The mid-range Reykjavik Residence Hotel provides relaxed apartment-style living near Reykjavik's downtown attractions. Its contemporary Studios and One- to Three-Bedroom Apartments with kitchenettes cater to couples and families who want a bit of independence. Modern appliances are included and fridges are stocked with some free refreshments. Ground floor units can be noisy with the area's foot traffic, and the property lacks on-site facilities like a restaurant or fitness center, but the homey atmosphere and attention to detail are hard to top for apartment-style digs in the center of town. Travelers looking for a traditional hotel should consider CenterHotel Thingholt, which has industrial-chic style at lower rates.
The mid-range Reykjavik Residence Hotel provides relaxed apartment-style living near Reykjavik's downtown attractions. Its contemporary Studios and One- to Three-Bedroom Apartments with kitchenettes cater to couples and families who want a bit of independence. Modern appliances are included and fridges are stocked with some free refreshments. Ground floor units can be noisy with the area's foot traffic, and the property lacks on-site facilities like a restaurant or fitness center, but the homey atmosphere and attention to detail are hard to top for apartment-style digs in the center of town. Travelers looking for a traditional hotel should consider CenterHotel Thingholt, which has industrial-chic style at lower rates.
The 33-room CenterHotel Skjaldbried is a two-and-a-half-pearl property located on the city’s main shopping street and a short walk from lots of hip cafes and bars. Decor is sober throughout, with just a touch of color here and there. Rooms vary in size – some are small and some are more spacious – and all have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. The restaurant only serves a free continental breakfast, but there’s lots of dining options nearby. There’s a cozy lounge area with a single computer terminal for guest use. Keep in mind that the central location does translate into some intense weekend noise. Guests looking to splash out may try Hotel Borg, which has a sauna, spa and fitness center, but no free breakfast.
The 33-room CenterHotel Skjaldbried is a two-and-a-half-pearl property located on the city’s main shopping street and a short walk from lots of hip cafes and bars. Decor is sober throughout, with just a touch of color here and there. Rooms vary in size – some are small and some are more spacious – and all have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. The restaurant only serves a free continental breakfast, but there’s lots of dining options nearby. There’s a cozy lounge area with a single computer terminal for guest use. Keep in mind that the central location does translate into some intense weekend noise. Guests looking to splash out may try Hotel Borg, which has a sauna, spa and fitness center, but no free breakfast.
The 200-room mid-range CenterHotel Plaza is situated directly on the town square in the heart of Reykjavik in walking distance to restaurants, bars, and sights. The hotel is spread over three different (but adjoining) buildings, and room quality varies from small and dated to more spacious and modern. Common areas are sleek and modern and include plenty of lounge areas plus a bar with a daily happy hour. There's a decent free breakfast buffet, but the hotel lacks a proper restaurant. For a smaller spot with more consistent rooms, travelers may want to try the City Center Hotel across the square.
The 200-room mid-range CenterHotel Plaza is situated directly on the town square in the heart of Reykjavik in walking distance to restaurants, bars, and sights. The hotel is spread over three different (but adjoining) buildings, and room quality varies from small and dated to more spacious and modern. Common areas are sleek and modern and include plenty of lounge areas plus a bar with a daily happy hour. There's a decent free breakfast buffet, but the hotel lacks a proper restaurant. For a smaller spot with more consistent rooms, travelers may want to try the City Center Hotel across the square.
The 105-room Reykjavik Lights hotel is a mid-range property that offers modern and minimalistic decor with Icelandic-themed accents at a value price. Located a five- to 10-minute drive from Reykjavik's city center, this fresh property was built in 2012. Rooms are simple and compact but chic with light wood floors, colorful accent walls, Scandinavian furniture, and nice amenities including electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a stylish lobby lounge and small bar, and serves a free continental breakfast. The hotel has no fitness center or on-site restaurant, but is a good price for the quality -- as long as guests are willing to drive or take a long walk to the city center. Travelers that don't mind stay outside of the city center could also compare rates with the nearby Hotel Island.
The 105-room Reykjavik Lights hotel is a mid-range property that offers modern and minimalistic decor with Icelandic-themed accents at a value price. Located a five- to 10-minute drive from Reykjavik's city center, this fresh property was built in 2012. Rooms are simple and compact but chic with light wood floors, colorful accent walls, Scandinavian furniture, and nice amenities including electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a stylish lobby lounge and small bar, and serves a free continental breakfast. The hotel has no fitness center or on-site restaurant, but is a good price for the quality -- as long as guests are willing to drive or take a long walk to the city center. Travelers that don't mind stay outside of the city center could also compare rates with the nearby Hotel Island.
The Apotek Hotel is an upscale, historic boutique property in the center of Reykjavik. Its 45 elegant, understated rooms have high ceilings, sitting areas, parquet floors, and city views that overlook Austurvollur Square, but they lack storage space. White-tile bathrooms are large, and some include wet room-style showers. The design-centric restaurant bar on the ground floor showcases a backlit wall of pharmacy shelves, hinting at the building's past as an apothecary in 1917. The Apotek has neither a gym nor spa, but guests who book online can use the fitness center and spa at the club next door. Travelers might want to also check out the Alda Hotel, a similar property in the city center, which has a fitness center and chocolate shop on-site.
The Apotek Hotel is an upscale, historic boutique property in the center of Reykjavik. Its 45 elegant, understated rooms have high ceilings, sitting areas, parquet floors, and city views that overlook Austurvollur Square, but they lack storage space. White-tile bathrooms are large, and some include wet room-style showers. The design-centric restaurant bar on the ground floor showcases a backlit wall of pharmacy shelves, hinting at the building's past as an apothecary in 1917. The Apotek has neither a gym nor spa, but guests who book online can use the fitness center and spa at the club next door. Travelers might want to also check out the Alda Hotel, a similar property in the city center, which has a fitness center and chocolate shop on-site.
The mid-range Kvosin Downtown Hotel sits next to Iceland's Parliament, a short walk from some of Reykjavik's best shopping and dining. It's a boutique apartment hotel, ideal for tourists who value style over facilities, and families who will make use of the generous square footage in each of the 24 units. Even the smallest rooms have kitchenettes, with decor befitting a modern Scandinavian apartment. Free breakfast is offered at a cafe around the corner and the hotel has its own sharp wine bar, but few other amenities. The nearby Hotel Borg lacks an included breakfast, but has style to match the Kvosin plus a fitness center and spa at similar rates.
The mid-range Kvosin Downtown Hotel sits next to Iceland's Parliament, a short walk from some of Reykjavik's best shopping and dining. It's a boutique apartment hotel, ideal for tourists who value style over facilities, and families who will make use of the generous square footage in each of the 24 units. Even the smallest rooms have kitchenettes, with decor befitting a modern Scandinavian apartment. Free breakfast is offered at a cafe around the corner and the hotel has its own sharp wine bar, but few other amenities. The nearby Hotel Borg lacks an included breakfast, but has style to match the Kvosin plus a fitness center and spa at similar rates.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Leifur Eiriksson has the privilege of being the only hotel in Reykjavik with unobstructed views of Hallgrimskirkja church, which is just across the street. Many of the hotel's 47 simple rooms have great views of the city's most iconic landmark, though they're small and lacking in basic amenities like coffeemakers. Free continental breakfast is served in a welcoming bar and lounge adjoining a large outdoor patio, but there are no other on-site facilities. The Radisson Blu 1919, Reykjavik has more style and is more central, but its upscale rates are a bit higher.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Leifur Eiriksson has the privilege of being the only hotel in Reykjavik with unobstructed views of Hallgrimskirkja church, which is just across the street. Many of the hotel's 47 simple rooms have great views of the city's most iconic landmark, though they're small and lacking in basic amenities like coffeemakers. Free continental breakfast is served in a welcoming bar and lounge adjoining a large outdoor patio, but there are no other on-site facilities. The Radisson Blu 1919, Reykjavik has more style and is more central, but its upscale rates are a bit higher.
Room With A View Apartments is an upper-middle-range property in a stellar location, right on Reykjavik's main Laugavegur street. Proximity to hip boutiques, bars, and restaurants draws a mostly leisure-oriented crowd. The 44 spacious Studios and Apartments here are designed for the style-conscious and self-sufficient. They're contemporary and fully outfitted with kitchen and dining facilities -- handy, since the hotel has no restaurant, and eating out in Reykjavik gets pricey. Alongside a sauna and steam room, a rooftop hot tub offers sensational views, but there's no gym. Late-night noise is problematic here, but it's still a great city pick. Less stylish, but providing free breakfasts, CenterHotel Skjaldbreid is a more-affordable downtown alternative.
Room With A View Apartments is an upper-middle-range property in a stellar location, right on Reykjavik's main Laugavegur street. Proximity to hip boutiques, bars, and restaurants draws a mostly leisure-oriented crowd. The 44 spacious Studios and Apartments here are designed for the style-conscious and self-sufficient. They're contemporary and fully outfitted with kitchen and dining facilities -- handy, since the hotel has no restaurant, and eating out in Reykjavik gets pricey. Alongside a sauna and steam room, a rooftop hot tub offers sensational views, but there's no gym. Late-night noise is problematic here, but it's still a great city pick. Less stylish, but providing free breakfasts, CenterHotel Skjaldbreid is a more-affordable downtown alternative.
The Reykjavik City Hostel is a budget property near a thermal pool and popular camping site, a 30-minute walk from the city center. The bright, college dorm-like property has 43 private and shared rooms with plain furnishings and picture windows. There's a shared kitchen, and a buffet breakfast that's free for children age 13 and under. As an eco-conscious property, the hostel rents bicycles and encourages recycling and lowering energy use. It has a coffee bar, screening room, climbing wall, and game room with table tennis. And renovations are underway to add a restaurant (scheduled to be completed in 2016). Wi-Fi and luggage storage are free as well. Although guests enjoy the walk or 10-minute bike ride to downtown, travelers who wish to be in the city proper might prefer Reykjavik Downtown Hostel.
The Reykjavik City Hostel is a budget property near a thermal pool and popular camping site, a 30-minute walk from the city center. The bright, college dorm-like property has 43 private and shared rooms with plain furnishings and picture windows. There's a shared kitchen, and a buffet breakfast that's free for children age 13 and under. As an eco-conscious property, the hostel rents bicycles and encourages recycling and lowering energy use. It has a coffee bar, screening room, climbing wall, and game room with table tennis. And renovations are underway to add a restaurant (scheduled to be completed in 2016). Wi-Fi and luggage storage are free as well. Although guests enjoy the walk or 10-minute bike ride to downtown, travelers who wish to be in the city proper might prefer Reykjavik Downtown Hostel.
The 18-room, mid-range Hlemmur Square Hotel is situated on the fifth floor of a building that's also home to a third and fourth floor hostel. The two share a stylish lobby, elegant restaurant that serves international sausages, and casual bar with a large selection of craft beers and daily happy hours. Rooms are minimalist, but modern, and include comfortable beds, minibars, and small en-suite bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. Hlemmur Square is well-located on the shopping street of Laugavegur, within a 10-minute walk to the Sun Voyager Sculpture, but it's a 15-minute walk to the heart of downtown Reykjavik. For a competitively priced mid-range option closer to downtown, travelers may want to consider the CenterHotel Klopp, which has similar, but more generic, minimalistic decor.
The 18-room, mid-range Hlemmur Square Hotel is situated on the fifth floor of a building that's also home to a third and fourth floor hostel. The two share a stylish lobby, elegant restaurant that serves international sausages, and casual bar with a large selection of craft beers and daily happy hours. Rooms are minimalist, but modern, and include comfortable beds, minibars, and small en-suite bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. Hlemmur Square is well-located on the shopping street of Laugavegur, within a 10-minute walk to the Sun Voyager Sculpture, but it's a 15-minute walk to the heart of downtown Reykjavik. For a competitively priced mid-range option closer to downtown, travelers may want to consider the CenterHotel Klopp, which has similar, but more generic, minimalistic decor.