Kex Hostel And Hotel, Reykjavik
About the Hotel
Rooms for All
Kex Hostel And Hotel, housed in a former biscuit factory in downtown Reykjavík, has dorms and private rooms for up to 215 guests. Dorms are bright and spacious, with comfortable bunks and lockers. Guests use access cards for dorm entry, monitored by staff. Mixed and women-only dorms are available, based on availability. Showers and toilets are located near each dorm. Private options include single, double, and twin rooms with made-up beds. These rooms have a pleasant vibe and many offer views of the ocean and mountains across the bay. Showers and toilets are located near each room. Hotel-style double rooms offer more space, plus a private WC and bathroom. Family rooms, ideal for 4-6 persons, have made-up bunk beds; baby cribs are available. The Tiny Room features a Queen size bed, shower, and private WC, offering a cozy space.
On-Site Dining
The hostel's ground floor features a bar and restaurant, alongside a lounge-library with leather sofas and Icelandic sagas. The dining room serves a breakfast buffet and turns into the Sæmundur gastropub in the evenings. Breakfast includes a simple selection of products, hot drinks, and juices for 2.000 ISK. Seasonal dishes include soups, fish and chips, lamb and chicken dishes, burgers, and vegetarian options. The on-site Drinx Bar hosts musical events every Thursday through Saturday. Flatus, a pop-up bar and restaurant, serves pizza; 10" pizzas are 2.300 ISK.
Gym & Tonic Hall
Gym & Tonic, a multifunctional hall styled like a boxing gym, accommodates conferences, gigs, and film screenings. It is equipped with a projector and large screen. Guests can also use guest kitchens for meal prep. A comfy lounge provides eclectic reading materials. KEX also features a heated outdoor patio.
Central Reykjavik Location
Kex Hostel And Hotel is in central Reykjavik, 5 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport. It is steps away from cafés, museums, shops, bars, music venues, and attractions. The city's nightlife, restaurants, shops, and cultural spots are within walking distance. The main shopping street, harbor, city center, main bus terminal, and swimming pool are all nearby. The city's main bus station connects to all points throughout the city and is a 2-minute walk.
Services and Amenities
Kex Hostel And Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, in-room lockers, secure luggage storage, and 24-hour access and security. Two guest kitchens and meeting rooms are available. The reception desk is located on the second floor. KEXLAND's tour experts provide assistance with Iceland adventures. The vintage RAXTUR salon offers haircuts and beard trims. A book exchange, called TEXT, has biographies, poetry, guide books, Icelandic Sagas, and old issues of National Geographic.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Board games
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Room decor
- Curtains
Location
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