Kex Reykjavik Hostel (Reykjavik, Iceland)

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Kex Reykjavik Hostel

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Overview

Located around 5 minutes' walk from the huge 1990 stainless-steel Sun Voyager Sculpture, the 2-star smoke-free Kex Reykjavik Hostel hotel gives easy access to various tourist attractions. Boasting a location in close proximity to the unique Icelandic Phallological Museum, this Reykjavik hostel features 176 rooms as well as a gift shop and a storage room.

Location

The hotel is centrally nestled in the shopping Reykjavik 101 district, 2.2 km from the domed fine Perlan Dining Restaurant. The Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus is not far from the Kex, and Reykjavik airport is 5 km away. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Frakkland, located only an 8-minute walk away. The property is situated within a 2-km distance of the endearingly bloodthirsty Saga Museum.

Baronsstigur bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is just around the corner from the Kex Reykjavik.

Rooms

Some rooms provide tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. Some rooms include a private bathroom. Guests can also use a walk-in shower, along with such amenities as hairdryers and towels.

Eat & Drink

The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. The bar area includes a lounge and an outdoor terrace. Svarta Kaffid offers a selection of dishes merely 350 metres from the Kex.

Leisure & Business

Active guests will also like whale watching arranged by this Reykjavik hotel.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 1 per hour.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

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.

Building

Number of rooms:176

Former name

kex hostel and hotel

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Rooms and availability

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Bed 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Room size:

13 m²
Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Shower
Heating

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Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Room size:

16 m²
Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Shower
Heating

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Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Room size:

21 m²
Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 1 per hour

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

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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Essential information about Kex Reykjavik Hostel

💵 Lowest room price	27 £
📏 Distance to centre	1.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport	3.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Reykjavik, RKV

Location

Address

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Skulagata 28, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

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Skulagata 28, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Church

Hallgrimskirkja

730 m

Museum

The Settlement Exhibition

1.4 km

Museum

Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum

820 m

Event hall

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

950 m

Museum

National Museum of Iceland

1.9 km

Market

Kolaportith

1.1 km

Landmark

Solfar Sculpture

2.0 km

Public Building

Rathhus

1.4 km

Landmark

Perlan

2.2 km

Landmark

Volcano House

1.4 km

Landmark

Lake Tjornin

1.4 km

Museum

Reykjavik Museum of Photography

1.3 km

Museum

The Icelandic Punk Museum

990 m

Park

Austurvollur Square

1.2 km

Museum

Saga Museum

2.0 km

Marina

Old Harbour

1.5 km

Museum

National Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus

1.3 km

Public Building

The Culture House

780 m

Landmark

The Statue of Leif Eiriksson

870 m

Landmark

Nordic House

1.9 km

Public Building

The Parliament House

1.2 km

Public Building

Hofthi

920 m

Museum

The Reykjavik Maritime Museum of Vikin

2.0 km

Museum

Whales of Iceland

2.3 km

Art object

The Sun Voyager

340 m

Museum

Icelandic Phallological Museum

460 m

Mall

Laugavegur

520 m

Snorrabraut 37 Austurbaer

Tales from Iceland

360 m

Baronsstigur 45a

Sundhollin Public Baths

510 m

Restaurant

Svarta Kaffid

340 m

Restaurant

Coffeecart

190 m

Restaurant

Reykjavik Chips

300 m

Restaurant

Raektin

320 m

Restaurant

Lemon

330 m

Restaurant

Kaktus Espressobar

310 m

Restaurant

Braud & Co

530 m

Restaurant

Reykjavik Roasters

590 m

Reviews of Kex Reykjavik Hostel

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FAQ about Kex Reykjavik

What points of interest can I visit while staying at Kex Hostel?

Landmarks nearby include the Lutheran Hallgrimskirkja Parish Church, located at a distance of 750 metres from Kex Hostel, as well as Old Iceland, which is nearly 5 minutes' walk away.

When is the check-in and check-out time at the hostel?

Guests of the hostel are expected to check in around 15:00 and check out till 11:00.

What is the price for a nights' stay at this hostel?

$35 Is the minimum rate for a one-night stay at this hostel.

Which payment methods does Kex Hostel accept?

Guests can pay for the stay at Kex Hostel with such payment methods:

American Express
Visa
Mastercard

Can we store our bags at the 2-star Kex Hostel hostel after the checkout?

Yes, the 2-star Kex Hostel hostel provides guests with baggage storage.

Which amenities does Kex Hostel hostel offer?

Facilities at Kex Hostel hostel include a gift shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and a luggage locker.

Which restaurants close to this property come highly recommended?

Guests of this property can dine at Early in the morning featuring European cuisine merely a 6-minute walk away.

What are the room types offered by Kex Hostel?

Kex Hostel offers such room types as Double Room, ladies - for your comfort and peace of mind, we offer female-only Mixed Dorm pax, and six-bed Dorm.

Does the 2-star Kex Hostel hostel have a kitchen?

Yes, at the 2-star Kex Hostel hostel a communal kitchen is available.

What kind of bathrooms does the 2-star property feature?

Private bathrooms with a bathtub and a separate toilet are provided in some of the rooms at the 2-star property.

Does Kex Hostel hostel offer parking options?

Kex Hostel hostel provides guests with a car park.

What interesting spots can I visit near the hostel?

Highly rated landmarks near the hostel include the Lutheran Hallgrimskirkja Parish Church (0.7 km), as well as Old Iceland, situated nearly 5 minutes' walk away.