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8.3

Excellent

130 reviews

130 reviews

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9.0

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Popular landmarks
The Sun Voyager - Solfar 270 m
Laugavegur 430 m
Hallgrímskirkja 530 m
The Settlement Exhibition Reykjavík 871 +/- 2 1.1 km
Volcano House 1.2 km
National Museum 1.4 km
Aurora Reykjavik 1.7 km
The Pearl (Perlan) 1.8 km
Arbaer Open Air Museum 5.8 km
Bruarfoss Waterfall 69.2 km
Nearby landmarks
Basalt 80 m
Gallery ART67 160 m
Gleraugnasalan 65 160 m
Arctic Photo 170 m
Kiosk 170 m
Verzlunin RAM 190 m
Storkurinn 190 m
JS Watch Company 200 m
Úðafoss Laundrette 200 m
Jor 210 m

Kex Hostel

Skúlagata 28, Reykjavík City Center, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Reykjavík City Center part of Reykjavik, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Hallgrímskirkja. As an added bonus, restaurant is provided on-site to conveniently serve your needs.

Highlights

700 meters to public transportation

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

280 meters to The Sun Voyager - Solfar

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Facilities

Airport transfer

Bicycle rental

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Luggage storage

Game room

Bar

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Reykjavik every 19 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.3
Location rating9.0
Nearest airportReykjavík Airport (RKV)
Distance to airport2.0 km

Rooms available at Kex Hostel

1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 13 m²/140 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 115 m²/1238 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed and 2 bunk beds
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 21 m²/226 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 62 m²/667 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed and 4 bunk beds
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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 bunk bed
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Double Room with Bathroom
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 queen bed
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Frequently asked questions

What sort of non-water sports and outdoor activities are available at Kex Hostel?

Kex Hostel includes non-water sport and outdoor activities such as bicycle rental for you to take joy in.

What interesting attractions are nearby Kex Hostel that are in walking range?

While remaining at Kex Hostel, jump start your holiday by exploring the nearest destinations that are within walking distance to the property which include Gallery ART67, Gleraugnasalan 65, and Arctic Photo.

What bars are in close proximty of Kex Hostel?

While residing at Kex Hostel, delight in your evening or night out at Thorvaldsen Bar, Dubliner, and Glaumbar to make the most out of your nightlife.

What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Kex Hostel?

Kex Hostel's policy regarding children's bedding considers guests age 15 years and older as adults, and therefore requires an extra bed which will incur an additional cost. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

How long do visitors generally stay at Kex Hostel?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Kex Hostel had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

At what time of the year is Kex Hostel most popular?

Kex Hostel's most popular month where verified visitors have stayed the most is in January.

What was the average room rate for Kex Hostel been in the past month?

The typical room rate for Kex Hostel in the past month is 47.29 EUR, compared to city's average of 247.55 EUR.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Kex Hostel's pet services?

100.0% of our past customer reviews have given a positive review and remarks about this property's pet services. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Kex Hostel down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Business travelers' have given to Kex Hostel?

Verified business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Kex Hostel an average rating of 8.1. You can look up more detailed customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Families with older children have given to Kex Hostel?

Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Kex Hostel an average rating of 7.9. You can search for more thorough customer assessments and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Kex Hostel?

The nearest train, metro, or bus station is BSÍ Bus Terminal, 1156.06 m away from Kex Hostel.

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What people love about Kex Hostel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Beds comfortable, pillows great, sheets clean."

    Mirjana

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    May 15, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The room is clean too."

    Pei-Hsiu

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    April 15, 2022

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Overall, it's good, near supermarket, easy pickup for tours."

    Vicki

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    November 17, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 417 Reykjavik properties
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Location score
9/10
Value for money score
8.2/10
Service score
8.3/10
Cleanliness score
7.8/10
Better than
91
%
of Reykjavik properties
Better than
89
%
of Reykjavik properties
Better than
87
%
of Reykjavik properties
Better than
86
%
of Reykjavik properties
Overall rating:

8.3

Excellent
130 reviews
Cleanliness
7.9
Facilities
8.1
Location
9.0
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What travelers say they love:
Would definitely recommend!
Phil from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
More about Kex Hostel

More about Kex Hostel

Kex Hostel

Whatever your reason for visiting Reykjavik, Kex Hostel is the perfect venue for an exhilarating and exciting break away. The true local flavors and culture of Reykjavik are yours with a stay at Kex Hostel, located just 530 m from the famous Hallgrímskirkja.
The superior services and facilities offered at Kex Hostel will make for a memorable stay. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. To help pre-arrange your arrival and departure, airport transfer services can be booked before you even check in. Parking is provided for guests by the hostel.
You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including concierge service and luggage storage. The hostel's tours can even help you book tickets and reservations for entertainment and explorations. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the laundry service offered at Kex Hostel. The hostel is entirely non-smoking.
Guests are guaranteed a comfortable stay while at Kex Hostel. To enhance your stay, some rooms at the hostel come with linen service. You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer, toiletries and towels provided in some of the guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Wake up with no worries at Kex Hostel, where breakfast can be provided in house. Throughout your stay, choose from a variety of delicious dining options at the hostel. Once there, be sure to check out bar for some in-house nighttime fun. The hostel even has in-house cooking amenities such as shared kitchen for its most selective guests.
Never let a day go wasted when you're at Kex Hostel with all the activities and facilities provided. No need to go anywhere after dinner -- play with friends or family at the library and shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

While in Reykjavik, take some time to venture outside of Kex Hostel. Spend a day and acquire some cultural knowledge at National Museum located 1.4 km away, where you can explore works of arts and cultural pieces.


Reasons to stay here

Spend less here on rooms than you would at 97% of other accommodations in the city.
Verified reviews for this hostel's food and dining options score it better than 97% of accommodations in the city.
This accommodation beats more than 96% of competition in the city on room comfort.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.1

Languages spoken
  • English
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Dart board
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • On-site entertainment
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • First aid kit
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Restaurants
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [charges apply]
Sports equipment rental
  • Bicycle rental
Available in all rooms
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Desk
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free bottled water
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Linens
  • Locker
  • Reading light
  • Safety/security feature
  • Seating area
  • Shower
  • Sleep comfort items
  • Smoke detector
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toiletries
  • Trash cans
  • Window

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine: Local
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

Skúlagata 28, Reykjavík City Center, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101
Exceptional
Location

9

Airports
  • Reykjavík Airport (RKV)
    2.0 km
  • Keflavík International Airport (KEF)
    39.5 km
Public transportation
  • Harpa
    690 m
  • BSÍ Bus Terminal
    1.2 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Lyf og heilsa
    610 m
Convenience store
  • University Convenience Store
    2.4 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    1.6 km

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • The Sun Voyager - Solfar
    270 m
  • Laugavegur
    430 m
  • Hallgrímskirkja
    530 m
  • The Settlement Exhibition Reykjavík 871 +/- 2
    1.1 km
  • Volcano House
    1.2 km
  • National Museum
    1.4 km
  • Aurora Reykjavik
    1.7 km
  • The Pearl (Perlan)
    1.8 km
  • Arbaer Open Air Museum
    5.8 km
  • Bruarfoss Waterfall
    69.2 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Basalt
    80 m
  • Gallery ART67
    160 m
  • Gleraugnasalan 65
    160 m
  • Arctic Photo
    170 m
  • Kiosk
    170 m
  • Verzlunin RAM
    190 m
  • Storkurinn
    190 m
  • JS Watch Company
    200 m
  • Úðafoss Laundrette
    200 m
  • Jor
    210 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-14 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 15 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Reviews of Kex Hostel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.3
Excellent
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities8.1
Location9.0
Service8.4
Value for money8.3
High score for Reykjavik
Rating
9+ Exceptional (19)
8-9 Excellent (12)
7-8 Very Good (7)
6-7 Good (10)
<6 Below Expectation (7)
Time of the year
Mar - May (17)
Jun - Aug (8)
Sep - Nov (14)
Dec - Feb (16)
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10.0
Exceptional
Phil from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Stayed 7 nights in October 2022

Fantastic Hostel!!”

Spent a week at KEX during the Iceland Airwaves fest and had the most amazing time Great space, wonderful staff, reasonably priced beer and food ( for Reykjavik) good facilities and brilliant location. Will be booking again for another trip next year. Would definitely recommend!

Reviewed November 07, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
MOHAMMED from Morocco
Solo traveler
Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
Stayed 3 nights in December 2021

Great hostel”

Very nice atmosphere, the staff are all very friendly and facilities are great and clean. The best value hostel I've found in Reykjavik to date.

Reviewed December 15, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Mirjana from Slovenia
Solo traveler
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (excl. towels & linens)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

The best hostel”

Very nice hostel. Beds comfortable, pillows great, sheets clean. Location excellent.

Reviewed May 16, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Chun from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (excl. towels & linens)
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

Good for backpacker”

The hostel is divided into 2 floor: Bar restaurant a living area and floor for bedroom shower kitchen WC. I like the spacious area for hanging all around the place. I would like to suggest the hostel to provide more lockers and facilities for dressup in shower room. Overall a good bargain

Reviewed October 05, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Vicki from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Twin Room (excl. towels & linens)
Stayed 5 nights in November 2022

It's a decent hostel but cleaning can be improved ”

There was one day, Saturday where the kitchen and toilets were not cleaned and filthy. And not the fault of the staff but there's are very inconsiderate guests who DO NOT clean up after themselves. It makes an unpleasant experience for everyone. Showers wise, 3rd floor showers are more communal (5 showers together separated by nothing??) 4th floor have more privacy. Overall, it's good, near supermarket, easy pickup for tours. There's also a fast food restaurant right outside too.

Reviewed November 17, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Pei-Hsiu from Taiwan
Solo traveler
shared bathroom
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Exceptional”

The common area is great. The room is clean too. The kitchen is a little bit dark but I enjoyed the stay.

Reviewed April 15, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Michael from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in August 2021

#Kex”

Great place for solo and accompanied persons! Staff was very friendly and helped out with travel needs (buses places to go etc). Highly recommend for a couple nights!

Reviewed August 05, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Kimberley from United States
Couple
Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in October 2021

Felt like staying with family”

Such a great place to stay. Excellent facilities, beautiful views, walking distance to everything.

Reviewed October 10, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
João from Germany
Solo traveler
Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
Stayed 6 nights in October 2022

Good central location ”

Very good location and facilities. They have a nice lounge/bar, also good kitchen. Just be aware of he size of the room. You might not be able to sleep pass 7am with people in and out. Door is blvery noise.

Reviewed October 11, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Katherine from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in June 2021

Best Hostel!”

I absolutely loved my stay in kex hoste! People were amazing, staff was great. The coolest thing about this hostel is the live music at the bar downstairs. It had a great atmosphere and is walking to distance to all the bars and clubs in Reykjavík. I hope to return again!

Reviewed June 28, 2021

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8.8
Excellent
serafin from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Bunk Bed with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in December 2022

Good Location”

Near the center and Boulevard. Accessible to everything.

Reviewed December 29, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
AIRI from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in January 2022

great value for money”

The Wi-fi didn't work in the room and often even in the common room, but except that, I highly recommend this property for especially backpackers.

Reviewed January 13, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Neil from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 4 nights in August 2021

Kex -Hostel,”

great vibrant place to stay in Reykjavik.

Reviewed August 08, 2021

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6.8
Good
Knud from Denmark
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 4 nights in August 2022

God beds and effort to clean the facilities”

Kex was better than I exspected, good beds and they did a grate attemp to keep the place clean, ecpecilly at bath and kitchen. However, not all guest apply with the rule to clean up after Them selfs and to be silent when other guest slept. Guys in a group at my room behave undiciplined like Friday night in town, and gave a shit about others. Ofcause they were annoid when I draw the curtain 9 o'clock next morning for packing. I was pay back time... I was disappointed about check out. I checked in at 3 o'clock a.m. and leaved the room and delivered the accesscard 11 o'clock on the departure day, but was not allowed to stay in the building for making lunch before leaving 2 o'clock. I went in anyway...

Reviewed August 19, 2022

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6.8
Good
LORI from United States
Solo traveler
Double room - Shared bath
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

Watch-out for Bad Service at Kex Hostel!”

I booked with Agoda for a single room, with no other roommates. When I got to KEX Hostel late at night the staff said that he only shows on the computer to place you in a dorm room, even though I showed him proof of my booking with Agoda for a single room. He stuck me in a Dorm room. Terrible way to treat customers that show proof of the correct booking!

Reviewed July 25, 2022

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6.4
Good
Chan from France
Solo traveler
Standard Shared 6-bed Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (3 Twin Bunk Beds)
Stayed 4 nights in October 2022

Not safe + very noisy”

My roommate's camera was stolen and the next day, my entire grocery bag was being thrown away by the cleaner. There was a night where the bar downstairs having a crazy night party and it was pass midnight they were still playing loud music and people shouting and talking

Reviewed October 28, 2022

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6.4
Good
JOHN from United States
Group
Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Good”

happening place best part about it

Reviewed September 27, 2022

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2.0
MD from Bangladesh
Solo traveler
Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Bad”

Never go there. The staff is rude

Reviewed November 19, 2022

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7.6
Very good
taiyu from India
Solo traveler
Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

Very good”

If you don't have money to stay in iceland, you should go back to your country or go home. stolen food from others in refrigerator is not respect you and everyone. Dont buy too much or high value food.someone will share yours.

Reviewed May 27, 2023

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8.8
Excellent
Jose from Spain
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

Great ”

Good hostel . I love it

Reviewed May 18, 2023

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