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Kex HostelvsHotel Reykjavik Centrum
Both hotels are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Kex Hostel scores marginally higher than Hotel Reykjavik Centrum. Kex Hostel is ranked #20 in Reykjavik with endorsements from 4 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, The Telegraph and Afar Magazine.
Kex Hostel
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Independent
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
The Guardian
Skulagata 28, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $27/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
Condé Nast Traveler "Kex, which is Icelandic for "biscuit," is an upscale hostel in, naturally, a former biscuit factory." Full review
Afar Magazine "Meet the KEX Hostel, possibly the hippest hostel you’ll come across in your travels—well, at least, in Iceland." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This chic and breezy hotel-hostel offers a variety of dorms and rooms, a great location and an impressive spread of amenities that span a café-bar, a lounge that hosts concerts by local bands, and a gym." Full review
Independent "Offers a range of stylish accommodation options, including private doubles with en-suite bathrooms and ocean views. Ample communal space – a guest kitchen, gym, barbershop and heated outdoor patio"
Frommer's "Decorated mostly with found and salvaged objects, the sparse, clean accommodations with polished concrete floors are divided between private rooms, some with an ocean view and private bathrooms" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"An unofficial headquarters of backpackerdom and popular local gathering place, KEX is a mega-hostel with heaps of style (think retro Vaudeville meets rodeo) and sociability." Full review
The Guardian "A cheaper option is KEX Hostel (doubles from £125), in a former biscuit factory on the waterfront. There’s a bar on the main floor, where local musicians and DJs play."
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
Fodor's
Star Service The Telegraph Lonely Planet
Adalstraeti 16, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $115/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Rooms are decorated in pastel colors, and the common areas have lots of natural light from a glass ceiling over the lobby." Full review
Star Service "Along with the Radisson 1919 and The Plaza, this is one of the popular trio of hotels in the Old Town area." Full review
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Staffers are not the best in town and are often forgetful of special requests.
The Telegraph8.0
"Situated on one of Reykjavik’s oldest streets, this centrally located hotel has 89 charming, modern rooms, convenient access to an adjacent restaurant and a warm, hospitable ambiance." Full review
Lonely Planet "This central hotel has striking architecture – mezzanines and a glass roof unite two buildings, giving the whole place a spry, light feel." Full review
