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About the Hotel

Skulagata 28, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101
Great
8.2
8.3
/10
3.8
4.0
/5

Waterfront hostel in downtown Reykjavik, 250 m from Laugarvegur shopping street

Rooms & Accommodations

Kex Reykjavík offers private rooms and dormitory-style rooms, all with free Wi-Fi. Some private rooms include a private bathroom with shower; others share well-maintained bathroom facilities. Each room comes with a seating area and wardrobe, and dormitory beds are equipped with privacy curtains, individual reading lights, and USB charging ports.

Dining & Nightlife

Guests can start the day with a buffet breakfast served each morning at the in-house Flatus Restaurant. The on-site Drinx Bar serves drinks and hosts musical events every Thursday to Saturday. A communal kitchen is available for guest use across multiple floors, stocked with utensils, pots, and refrigerators.

Amenities & Services

The hostel provides a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and lockers for secure storage. Laundry facilities and daily housekeeping are available. Guests can use the shared lounge, heated outdoor terrace, and borrow board games or puzzles from the common area.

Location & Transportation

Kex Reykjavík sits 250 meters from Laugarvegur, the main shopping street, and 1 km from Harpa Concert Hall. The waterfront promenade is directly across the street, and bus stop #9 is a 5-minute walk away. Reykjavik Harbor, where whale watching trips depart, is a 20-minute walk from the hostel.

Entertainment & Social Spaces

Musical events are held at the Drinx Bar every Thursday to Saturday. A communal lounge and outdoor terrace provide spaces to relax or meet other travelers. Board games and puzzles are available for guest use in the common areas.

Highlights

Location: 250 m from Laugarvegur shopping street, across from waterfront promenade

Rooms: Private rooms with private bathrooms and dormitories with privacy curtains

Dining: Buffet breakfast at Flatus Restaurant, drinks at Drinx Bar

Entertainment: Musical events Thursday-Saturday, board games, communal lounge

Amenities: 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, lockers, heated outdoor terrace

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Kex Reykjavik Hostel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bed 4-Bed Dormitory Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Board games

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Kex Reykjavik Hostel Location

Skulagata 28, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101
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Skulagata 28, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101
Nearby
Art object
The Sun Voyager
1200 ft
Museum
Icelandic Phallological Museum
1600 ft
Mall
Laugavegur
1800 ft
Snorrabraut 37 Austurbaer
Tales from Iceland
1200 ft
Baronsstigur 45a
Sundhollin Public Baths
1700 ft
Restaurants
Svarta Kaffid
1200 ft
Laugavegi 54
Coffeecart
700 ft
Hverfisgata 82 og lindargata 64 Vitatorg
Reykjavik Chips
1000 ft
Vitastigur 10
Raektin
1100 ft
Laugavegi 74
Lemon
1100 ft
Sudurlandsbraut 4
Kaktus Espressobar
1100 ft
Vitastigur 12
Braud & Co
1800 ft
16
Reykjavik Roasters
2000 ft
Karastigur corner of Frakkastigur
Getting around
City Centre
Reykjavik15 min  ·  4000 ft
Airports
Reykjavik (RKV)5 min  ·  1.9 mi
Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF)76 min  ·  31.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 1 per hour.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 18 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
176
Former name
kex hostel and hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Kex Reykjavik Hostel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1433 verified reviews
7.9/10
Very good
78%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Staff
8.9/10
Value for money
8.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 997 reviews
4/5
based on 4161 reviews
8.2/10
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