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Reviews of Kex Hostel

Skúlagata 28, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

#65 of 79 hotels in Reykjavík

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Review Score

Based on 2387 hostel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free Wifi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: June 29, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostel was good, also because no hostel in the whole country has a lower rate. The building is very old. The sofas are torn. The building is very dilapidated. But I was so upset that someone picked up my food bag from the kitchen. Including my medicine and my cardless headphones. I'm very sorry about that. But one thing that is very special is that the management of the hostel is very good. And it was great to meet their customers

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostel was good, also because no hostel in the whole country has a lower rate. The building is very old. But I was so upset that someone picked up my food bag from the kitchen. Including my medicine and my cardless headphones. I'm very sorry about that. But one thing that is very special is that the management of the hostel is very good. And it was great to meet their customers

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I had things stolen from the dorm. not the hostels fault, as lockers are provided, just not ideal!

    the beds are really comfy and the staff very helpful. the location is good too. black out curtains on the windows in the dorm were very welcome!

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2022

    8.0
    excellent value for money hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    beds are quite close together

    clean rooms lots of bathroom and kitchen facilities, very good location

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2022

    8.0
    Prime location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room and beds are hostel-like ones so dont expect much comfort.

    Ver friendly and helpful staff. Nice bar and location, location, location.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2022

    9.0
    Super nice hostel, ideal for few nights in Iceland, the view is just amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing honestly, I think that it was one of the most lovable hostel I've ever been in!

    Really lovely hostel, quiet and super chill at the same time. Super in the centre, so it was super easy to move around.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Showers splashes quite into bathroom section.

    Good evening activities around the bar. Rooms on 3rd floor spacy.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2022

    9.0
    Friendly, clean hostel with reasonable prices for Iceland
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    They do not provide towels. They sometimes have concerts on weekends which is great, but also can be heard in the rooms, which may not be ideal if you have an early flight.

    The breakfast was very reasonably priced (1200isk), which came with a good range of buffet options. Everything was really clean, and my room looked onto the water. Entertainment in the evening was also a cool addition!

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I don’t know if it’s possible but maybe more variety on food options. Also there was one day where there was no toilet paper in either stalls which was not fun.

    Atmosphere was great. All the live events they had some nights were very cool. The dining area is very cute and retro.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2022

    8.0
    Good!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    One of the receptionists (an old lady with green eyes and greyish hair) can barely speak English and could be rude when she doesn't understand you, which is NOT nice.

    Bar, location, room

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2022

    8.0
    nice spot close to the heart of Reykjavik. loads of travelling. nice bar
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    wanted to cut the trip one night short and requested to change it with 48 hours notice. wasn’t permitted a refund. reception insisted it was full, but there were several empty beds

    very affordable, cool place close to the centre of Reykjavik. big dorm rooms, buffet breakfast, bar and pizza

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2022

    9.0
    very good hostel and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    upper bed don't have power plug charging

    Good breakfast just ISK1200, solo traveller lover hostel. provide a lot bathroom & toilet, convenient area city center just by walk

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2022

    8.0
    One word: perfect :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There was nothing I really disliked. After all, considering the hostel's capacity, everything was perfect.

    The location was the best as all places of interest were very easy to reach :)

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2022

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wi-Fi weak in my room. Hostel dark in kitchen and bathroom

    Location is great

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed sheets are very used and had holes in them. it is loud if you can’t sleep through noise it will be hard to fall asleep.

    The area was perfect, breakfast was very nice and the facilities were as mentioned.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2022

    8.0
    great location and affordable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the doors were heavy and loud when people didn’t consider closing then slowly so not really the hostel but just the positioning on the beds next to the door

    location was great with amazing views.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2022

    8.0
    Excellent value, comfortable beds with a good atmosphere and facilities inside.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Some of the bathrooms could maybe do with a deep clean to get rid of the smell, but they were still clean compared to a of hostels.

    The bed was comfortable, the showers were good, and the main lounge/bar area was very enjoyable with cheap beer (for Iceland) and good pizzas.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Big hostel full of groups which made it a little bit harder to meet other travelers. Kitchens were small and very basic. At night it was really loud and there was music playing until midnight. Bathrooms were a little bit gross simply due to the high ratio of guests to bathrooms but clean enough.

    Easy to find, walkable to Reykjavik highlights, convenient (paid) parking outside, nice bar area, very chill staff.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2022

    8.0
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one pillow and beds weren’t very comfy

    I loved the hostel and everything about it cleanliness and location just the beds were a little uncomfortable and could have done with another pillow

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2022

    9.0
    Fun, clean but loud
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very loud, not a place to go if you need to rest, definitely a party hostel

    Great fun, lovely bar

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: June 4, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The women's bathroom on the 3rd floor was out of toilet paper the evening of the 29th and the next morning. Yes, there were other bathrooms available, but it seems silly not to replace the toilet paper in the bathroom just because there are other bathrooms.

    Breakfast was great! I was really impressed by the cleanliness on my first stay, which was Wednesday, May 25th.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2022

    9.0
    Good value accommodation in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think for the money everything was pretty good. It would be better if towels were provided but I can't really fault this place.

    Great location with nice communal areas and a great bar. Good for meeting people if you're a solo traveller. Staff were super helpful and friendly. I'll definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2022

    7.0
    Good but I will reconsider staying there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I know its a hostel and its our second time there (the first was in early 2020) and the vibe was so different. It was noisy even at 10pm, there were people all over the place and plenty of locals come to the bar for a drink. Probably just too messy for me. But then again, its the new age so things have changed.

    Reception staff was excellent and room was comfy enough. Concrete floor was freezing cold though so bring your own slippers.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2022

    7.0
    A lovely bar atmosphere and clean and safe place.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 42-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Reception stuff could be friendly and polite (i think need improvement), no shower gel on the bathrooms available, very very small towels ( instead of towel i got a face towel... upsss), Reception staff not flexible at all ( i asked several times to ask for changing the bed (even was free for days).

    Nice and friendly atmosphere, great bar with terrace, clean bathrooms. Big fridge's and many cutleries, every bad have lap. City maps available at the reception.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Great location, good value. Had pizza and beer every night at the bar. Enjoyed the morning breakfast- we were able to make sandwiches for lunch for our day tours.

    Stayed in May 2022

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