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Kex Reykjavik, Reykjavik
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About the Hotel
Skulagata 28,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
101,
Capital Region
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