It's a hostel with shared facilities. But that's understood.

Great location and atmosphere

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing- it was perfect!

Excellent location, close to harbor and sun voyager, clean, comfortable beds and bedding, updated bathroom, property had a great friendly vibe.

Stayed in August 2025

The shared kitchen is good for visitors who would like to cook by themselves.

Stayed in July 2025

The shared kitchen is good.

Stayed in July 2025

Boiled eggs at breakfast were a bit too over cooked.

Kex Hostel was exactly as expected. We were just looking for a place to sleep and shower and it was perfect for that. We stayed in a private room for 2 people. Rooms were basic but clean and gave just enough space to be able to move around. Bathrooms were modern and clean. There was some construction outside but we were warned before arriving and they have ear plugs at the front desk for guests. The common room/ bar area was nice to hang out in and staff were very welcoming. We had breakfast 1 morning and it was okay. We left full but opted to try some other places for the rest of our time in Reykjavik. We rented a car during our time in Iceland and there was parking around the hostel. Parking in the nearby parking garage was a bit pricey but Iceland is pricey overall. We felt safe walking around at night and felt that we were close enough to shops, cafes, restaurants, and key spots like Harpa Concert Hall. I would stay here again if returning to Reykjavik.

Stayed in August 2025

Rooms were small and not ultra clean, I have stayed in cleaner places. Lockers in the room are practically impossible to use due to shape and size. Most bags didn't fit under beds either, so room became crowded. Not such a friendly vibe. Kitchen areas were dark and not enough seating for the number of people. Lighting in bathrooms also very dark.

Funky hostel in old biscuit factory. Some nice communal areas and great laundry facilities. Kitchen areas well equipped. Staff were welcoming and efficient. Beds were comfortable, had privacy curtains, own charging spots and clean.

Stayed in August 2025

Location is excelent

Stayed in August 2025

The sheet on the extra bed was dirty and we had to ask for it to be changed.

Good location, nice bathroom

Stayed in July 2025

More flat shelf space in the bed area.

The location is walking distance to very good food choices, tour bus stops, and tourists interests. Front desk and cleaners were all very professional and helpful. Breakfast, good and the social area is attractive and comfortable. The bed was comfortable and the curtain did a good job of blocking the sunlight through the night.

Stayed in July 2025

Not enough choice in the buffet breakfast. Lack of kettle in our room or in common area.

Close to city center, everything can be done by foot. Possibility to let our luggages before and after our stay. Quiet room even with construction noise. Well decorated room and common areas.

Stayed in August 2025

comfortable room, very attentive staff

Stayed in August 2025

There was a weird smell in the floor, like in a burger kitchen.

Was a verz nice Stay, the style of the rooms and entrance is amazing. Next time again

Stayed in August 2025

There’s no elevator to the upper floors, which can be inconvenient with luggage. Also, breakfast is quite expensive—though that seems to be the norm in Iceland.

Excellent location and beautifully designed facilities. Everything feels new and thoughtfully decorated, creating a very welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. You truly feel like you're staying somewhere special.

Stayed in July 2025

No elevator, wash cloths and facial tissues.

It was near Bus Stop#9, the grocery store, & coffee shops. Domino's Pizza and a burger place are across the parking lot. The Sun Voyager and Harpa Concert Hall were only a few minutes walk. The tap water is drinkable. Near the cruise port.

Stayed in July 2025

Would be nice to have an elevator for those bringing large suitcases. Other than that all good.

Good breakfast, comfy rooms.

Stayed in July 2025

The shared shower design with no privacy

The atmosphere and price

Stayed in July 2025

Kitchen lacked cutlery and cooking pots making it hard to cook if more than one party was using the kitchen. Some guests having loud, personal and long conversations on their phones in the shared areas made it a little awkward to share the space.

Location, cleanliness , creative and retro decor, big spaces, super helpful staff.

Stayed in July 2025

Good place, but difficult to park the car.

The athmosphere was great and we specially liked all the books available. Breakfast was ok . A nice surprise was the possibility to wash and dry clothes.

Stayed in June 2025

I stayed here for practical reasons, arrived very late and left early. Rooms with 42 beds are not my kind of thing but it was well organized and managed and there fore feasible

Very convenient if you need just a place to sleep, probably best budget option in Reykjavik. Central location. 24h reception is very practical for late and early arrivals (because nothing opens before 9 on weekends in Reykjavik). Well organized and relatively clean seen the huge rooms...

Stayed in July 2025

Still a little bit hot for me

Excellent at all level. Feel very comfortable

Stayed in June 2025

It would be awesome to have USB chargers available somewhere in the hostel if not at every bunk.

The hostel is very stylish and cool — they have tons of photography and books and art up everywhere. Staff were kind and helpful. Wifi worked well, bathrooms were plentiful, and sleeping in the dorm wasn’t too bad.

Stayed in June 2025

The kitchen could be better stocked. No spoons or much cutlery.

We stayed in a double room and it was very cosy with a view over the bay. Staff was very professional and helpful. Did not have the breakfast but it looked nice.

Stayed in July 2025

Clean and maintained very good

Stayed in July 2025

The cleanliness of the bathrooms needs improvement, as well as some lacking in toilet roll. More availability of private showers on each floor would also make this hostel better.

The location of the hostel is great being just a 5 minute walk from the main area. Staff were very friendly and are able to store any luggage securely prior to check in. The bar area is comfortable and a nice social area. The beds were comfortable with bed linen, pillow and plug sockets and a lamp next to each bed. The bottom bunks had a lot more privacy than the top ones with a curtain and privacy screen.

Stayed in June 2025