Bayside hostel in Reykjavik with a 24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area and a fridge 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 on-site.
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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Kex Hostel Reykjavík's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Laugavegur. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus concierge services and laundry facilities.
Free WiFi
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
Just a 4-minute walk from Laugavegur and 9 minutes on foot from Hallgrimskirkja
As a guest of Kex Hostel Reykjavík, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Kex Hostel Reykjavík.
This Reykjavik hostel is smoke free.
Languages
English, Icelandic
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site 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 lift
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private or shared bathroom
Towels provided
Food and drink
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from 13 January 2025 to 1 April 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Exterior
Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
We should mention
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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Everyone was very friendly and respectful, the place is cozy and welcoming, and it’s right next to the shoreline! The only downside is the noise of the renovation construction in the morning, but it’s not a bother if you’re getting up early to go out for excursions. Greatly enjoyed my stay.
First time staying at a hostel and this was clean, safe and respectful. I was aware they were under construction on the ground floor when booking, however visually upon arriving this was more extensive than I realised but it never disrupted my sleep. Convenient location and part of the hotel drop off options for airport bus transfers which was great.
Clean rooms and shower. Thomas was very helpful and accommodating. Unfortunately the property is under renovation so not much to do. Bed was very clean and comfortable.
zico
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles
22 Oct 2024
Charles
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
19 Oct 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Rennie
15 Oct 2024
Liked: Amenities
When i originally booked my stay, i didnt know they were going to be doing renovations during that time frame. It was quite loud at times. The receptionist was excellent though. I forgot his name but the main guy that worked during the day gets 5 stars from me. He had reccomendations for excursions, food and was helpful with any issues that arrose.
The hostel was terrible. I met lovely people there, but that was the only good thing about the stay at that hostel. The bathrooms and washrooms are shared - which is terrible because it was dirty all the time; the kitchen was hardly cleaned and the surfaces were really sticky and dirty. The beds were very creaky, which disturbed all flatmates throughout the night. There was constant construction noise from downstairs. There was no proper hygiene and standards maintained; even the floors at the corridors and rooms were frequently just sticky.
I stayed at Kex Hostel for one day and it was amazing. I had to take a taxi very urgently to get to the airport, and the man at the front desk was very helpful! He explained my situation to the taxi driver so I was listed as a priority rider, and was able to get to the airport just in time. Would like to stay here next time when I visit Reykjavik :)
Sunwoo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Adam
12 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great solo stay
The building is undergoing a little construction, so was a little difficult to locate and initially a little off putting. However, staff are friendly, facilities are clean and the rooms are comfortable. Great solo stay at a good price! Would stay here again.
It was cute, clean in a great location to all the sites. Would definitely stay here again.
Marijana
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Mark Mahinay, Aurora
5 Oct 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I came in on a Friday evening, it’s under extensive renovation, dark rooms and relatively pack bunk beds about at least 20, and didn’t notice a vent, I just figured out where are the toilets and showers are. All the front desk said was “ it’s the door before the kitchen at the end of the hallway.”Other than that, it’s relatively inexpensive and quieter on Sundays. Decent parking garage nearby. I think it’s relatively safe anrea and close walk to the cathedral, the bay and the bus stop are steps away. Ample of restaurants.
Pana at the front desk, when I checked in, was an absolute dear and stored my luggage for me and gave me recommendations to go see a museum quite close by until it was time to Check-in. I enjoyed very much! I was on the 4th floor, but each floor has its own kitchen and refrigerator, and that was a great help as I traveled by myself and like to get my own food. Love the location and was able to walk over to the Bay and it's only like 3 blocks to the Sun Voyager, and to all of the bus stops that I needed to get to my tours. I would highly recommend this Hostel. It was under construction so there was no bar or restaurant while I was there but it was still absolutely a great experience and I would recommend it.