Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Kex Hostel Reykjavík offers 43 accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Kex Hostel Reykjavík features a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Reykjavik hostel also offers gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden.
Kex Hostel Reykjavík is a smoke-free property.
Languages
English, Icelandic
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Books
Concerts/live shows
Games
Library
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
On the bay
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
4 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private or shared bathroom
Towels provided
Food and drink
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
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 cribs/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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Kex Hostel
Kex Reykjavík
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reykjavik
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjavik
Kex Hostel Reykjavík Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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The area around the hostel is under construction, which was very loud and sometimes difficult to navigate. There was a distinct smell of mildew in the bathrooms, which were typically dirty. Beds were comfortable, but very loud if you moved in your sleep. The bar downstairs had loud music until midnight that shook the building.
Easy and central location, so close to the waterfront and for pick ups for excursions- bus stop 9 is close by. And it’s also a 25min walk to the bus terminal. Super easy. Pleasant stay albeit for one night
The hostel sign needs to be bigger or more noticeable because at first glance, it looks like one is walking into a construction site.
Raymond
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Ashley
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good hostel, has a quirky bar and a lot of people hang around there throughout the day. The beds were clean and comfy. Stayed in the 16 bed and it was all groovy. Staff were ok, standard scad service - no nonsense or small talk - that’s all good for me as I’m a quieter person. The bathrooms could’ve been cleaner but that’s more the customers fault not the staff as it gets cleaned daily. Didn’t use the kitchen except to get water but it was a decent size space to make meals if you’re into that kinda thing. Also it’s in a good location. Center of most things - bus, church, food, bars.
location is very convenient.
the website is very useful
Lanyu
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Shirley
Traveled with family
Aug 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved my ocean view room. Appreciated the wool blanket and duvets. Game room lounge was nice to have. Enjoyed the breakfast on site.
My room was fine. People traveling with me who stayed in the tiny room complained of mildew smell.
I could tell the place was undergoing renovation, but the parts that were open were super great. I would look forward to staying here again, especially when all the fixes are in place in the future. Staff was very friendly and the Kex is at a great location and has excellent views of the bay. Great bar as well.
That's perfect there is a bar in there
Everyone can enjoy themselves with the books etc
They have live music sometimes thats 😍
Olcay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Obioma
Jul 28, 2024
Obioma
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Raymond
Jul 28, 2024
Liked: Room comfort
Mostly acceptable.
The rooms were fairly clean. The bed and linens were fresh. The kitchen and the bathrooms were rather messy. Tourists are really not doing their fair share.
Cute hostel with clean beds and easily walkable to town and the bus station. Unfortunately the smell in the hallways was really off putting; also the bathrooms could’ve been cleaner and lacked paper towels and any kind of surface to put your stuff down on while you showered.
Had to get up early for a flight and the employee at the counter was very helpful and answered all my questions with patience. Nice spot, nice people working there.