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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
€90* Per night/room 5 May - 6 May

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Quadruple Room

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they enjoy the helpful staff at Kex Hostel Reykjavík. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Laugavegur. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.

  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at Sæmundur í Sparifötunum
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, meeting rooms and a gift shop
  • Guests speak favourably about the area's walkability and the helpful staff
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Laugavegur and 9 minutes on foot from Hallgrimskirkja

Kex Hostel Reykjavík ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.7 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Everyone (2) Couples (1)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 27 Sep 2019

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2 out of 5

Posted by on 14 Jan 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Mar 2023 by KEX Team

Thank you for taking the time to rate the hostel.

4 out of 5
Die Mitarbeiter und die Einrichtung sind toll, jedoch ist es ein altes Gebäude, man hört also alles. Vor allem das schliessen jeglicher Türen ist sehr laut, frühes einschlafen ist hier nicht möglich.

Posted by on 15 Jul 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Jul 2021 by KEX Team

Thank you for your review! Warm regards

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour or ticket assistance are also featured at Kex Hostel Reykjavík.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fridge
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers 43 accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Blackout curtains
  • Heating
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Sæmundur í Sparifötunum – This gastropub specialises in local and international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare.

DRINX – On-site gastropub. Open daily.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2000 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Kex Hostel
  • Kex Reykjavík
  • Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reykjavik
  • Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik

You should know

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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