KEX Hostel and Hotel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.1

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Set just 250 meters from Laugarvegur shopping street, this central Reykjavik hostel offers guest rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Harpa Concert Hall is 1 km 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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Heating

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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Breakfast US$21
US$294 for 3 nights
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Economy Double Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 large double bed
US$369 for 3 nights
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Standard Double Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 large double bed
US$506 for 3 nights
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Superior Double Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 sofa bed and
  • 1 large double bed
US$550 for 3 nights
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Deluxe Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 sofa bed and
  • 1 large double bed
US$639 for 3 nights
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Family Room with Shared Bathroom
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Breakfast US$21
  • 2 bunk beds and
  • 1 large double bed
US$626 for 3 nights
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Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 bunk bed
US$100 for 3 nights
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Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 bunk bed
US$122 for 3 nights
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 bunk bed
US$135 for 3 nights
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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 bunk bed
US$141 for 3 nights
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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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Breakfast US$21
  • 1 bunk bed
US$157 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
Max persons: 2
US$98 per night
Price US$294
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  • Good breakfast US$21
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Economy Double Room
  • 1 large double bed
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$123 per night
Price US$369
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Standard Double Room
  • 1 large double bed
172 feet²
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$169 per night
Price US$506
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Superior Double Room
  • 1 sofa bed and
  • 1 large double bed
194 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$183 per night
Price US$550
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Deluxe Room
  • 1 sofa bed and
  • 1 large double bed
269 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$213 per night
Price US$639
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Family Room with Shared Bathroom
  • 2 bunk beds and
  • 1 large double bed
183 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 4
US$209 per night
Price US$626
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Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
1238 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
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US$33 per night
Price US$100
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Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
667 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$41 per night
Price US$122
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
226 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$45 per night
Price US$135
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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
172 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$47 per night
Price US$141
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  • Good breakfast US$21
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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
172 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$52 per night
Price US$157
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Guests who stayed here loved

Matteo
Iceland Iceland
“Always a good price-benefit combination while staying in Reykjavik. Moreover Kex has a nice pub and it was recently renovated”
Sakthi
India India
“Amazingly huge place and very spacious. Multiple lounges. Decorated by antiques. All the residents were respectful of each other. The staff very nice. The cleaning staff do an amazing work”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It's friendly, convenient, the staff are great, my roomies are always nice and it's so familiar now that its like going home. Love it.”
Angel
Spain Spain
“The beds are super comfortable, people are really nice at the lobby and the quality for the price I paid is amazing”
Weronika
Poland Poland
“Best location very close to downtown and possibility of accommodation late at night. The kitchen is on the same floor as the room - a plus.”
Marko
Iceland Iceland
“Everything was perfect. The room was spacious, warm and well decorated.”
Dante
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The style of the hostel, the common areas were really nice and the bar was also quite nice, I didn't try the breakfast but looked good aswell and the curtains is always a plus”
Prue
Australia Australia
“Location and staff were great! Lots of travellers so nice vibe”
Joyce
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The receptionist were amazing. The hostel is really cool, interior and design was really nice. Bathrooms are spacious and clean. Room are cozy. Definitely highly recommend.”
Clément
Iceland Iceland
“This is the best hostel for the price, amenities, good location. I can confirm that it is always the same feeling even after 4 times I stayed there, the parking is very nice also. KEX is a good place to stay for transit before or after a flight.”

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House rules

KEX Hostel and Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform KEX Hostel and Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.