KEX Hostel and Hotel | Hostel in Reykjavík

7.9 (4627 Reviews) |   176 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  43 Guests
Downtown Hostel | KEX Hostel and Hotel

176 Bedroom Hostel in Downtown, Reykjavík

Set just 820 feet from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 0.6 mi away. A seating area and a wardrobe feature in all rooms at KEX Hostel and Hotel. Some rooms have a private bathroom with shower. Guests have access to a communal kitchen on site. A buffet breakfast is available each morning, while other meals are served at the in-house Flatus Restaurant. Drinks can be enjoyed at the on-site Drinx Bar with musical events happening every Thursday to Saturday. Leisure options include a communal lounge and a heated outdoor terrace. Hostel Kex offers free luggage storage. Whale watching trips depart from Reykjavik Harbor, a 20-minute walk from the hostel.

KEX Hostel and Hotel is located in Reykjavík.

This 176 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Transportation/Shuttle, Guest Services, Child Friendly, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 4627 reviews with the average score of 7.9 . Coming to Reykjavík and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 176 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Reykjavík. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • Tour desk
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Internet
  • Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

When booking 5 beds or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply, please note that guests under 16 years old are not allowed in shared dormitories.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.03
Location:
9.15
Staff:
8.71
Facilities:
7.94
Comfort:
7.81
Cleanliness:
7.83
Valéria
Aug 24, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   6
USA
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Property was big, well decorated.
Negative: The staff was very dry.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 13 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 13 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 17 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Towels, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 30 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Towels, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 62 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 21 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 115 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Economy Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Walk-in shower, Toilet, Towels, Shower

Media & Technology

TV

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Double Room

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Walk-in shower, Toilet, Towels, Shower

Media & Technology

TV

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Shower

Media & Technology

TV

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Family Suite
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
3 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Shower

Media & Technology

TV

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
Deluxe Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Walk-in shower, Toilet, Towels, Shower

Media & Technology

TV

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

General

Key card access, Reading light, Trash cans, Earplugs, Heating, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow
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