The Best Hotels in Reykjavík

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and coolest hotels in Reykjavík. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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The Reykjavik EDITION

Rated 9.1 in 547 reviews

Set in Reykjavík, 600 metres from Solfar Sun Voyager, The Reykjavik EDITION offers accommodation with a fitness centre… See more

Set in Reykjavík, 600 metres from Solfar Sun Voyager, The Reykjavik EDITION offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

The units at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Reykjavik EDITION also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a city view. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels.

Guests at The Reykjavik EDITION can enjoy a continental breakfast.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and Reykjavik Old Harbour. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from The Reykjavik EDITION.

Rooms from $438

Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel

Rated 9.0 in 2362 reviews

Located next to Hlemmur Square, this hotel is just off Laugavegur, the main shopping street in Reykjavík. It offers a… See more

Located next to Hlemmur Square, this hotel is just off Laugavegur, the main shopping street in Reykjavík. It offers a view over the city and Esja Mountain.

Balinese-style furnishings and 4-poster beds are featured in all rooms at Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel. Each also has a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with Guldmeden's own organic toiletries. Some rooms have a view over the sea, mountain or city.

The on-site restaurant offers local and organic options. Guests can also enjoy a bar at Eyja Guldsmeden, as well as a fitness centre and bicycle hire.

The area is popular for cycling. Hallgrímskirkja Church is 1 km away, while Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre, the National Museum of Iceland and Reykjavík Domestic Airport are all within 2 km of the hotel.

Rooms from $169

Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Rated 9.0 in 1495 reviews

Set on a square behind Reykjavík Cathedral and the Icelandic Parliament, this hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi… See more

Set on a square behind Reykjavík Cathedral and the Icelandic Parliament, this hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi access and Nespresso coffee machines. Lake Tjörnin is 1 minutes’ walk away.

Dating back to 1900, the modern Kvosin Downtown Hotel offers rooms with a seating area, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Most rooms have a kitchenette with a dining area, fridge and cooking hobs.

Aldamot Bar is located on the ground floor of Kvosin Downtown. A continental breakfast is served each morning at the hotel. We now serve breakfast in your room with two types hot or cold and it can also be served at the bar.

Views of the cathedral and parliament can be enjoyed from the ground-floor terrace. The 3rd-floor terrace overlooks the city lake.

Austorvollur Park is 50 metres away. Laugavegur shopping street is a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Rooms from $196

Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

Rated 8.9 in 758 reviews

Located just a 2-minute walk from Laugavegur Shopping Street, Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre in Reykjavík boasts… See more

Located just a 2-minute walk from Laugavegur Shopping Street, Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre in Reykjavík boasts a number of amenities including a fitness centre and a bar. The hotel is 500 metres from Harpa Concert & Conference Centre.

Each room features minimalist Icelandic design and comes with a coffee machine. The tiled bathroom has walk-in shower and free toiletries. A desk or seating area come standard. WiFi is free.

A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik. You can taste locally inspired menus at the hotel restaurant.

The fitness centre is open 24-hours and includes cardio machines, weights and yoga mats for a varied work out.

The hotel is around a 6-minute walk from Hallgrímskirkja Church, while Parliament House and the city lake Tjörnin are a 10-minute walk away. Lækjartorg Square is 350 metres away from the hotel.

Rooms from $218

Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Rated 8.8 in 760 reviews

Sandhotel offers accommodation along Laugavegur shopping street in Reykjavík. The boutique hotel has a terrace and views… See more

Sandhotel offers accommodation along Laugavegur shopping street in Reykjavík. The boutique hotel has a terrace and views of the city, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.

Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Certain units have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer are included.

You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Sandhotel features free WiFi throughout the property.

Hallgrímskirkja Church is 300 metres from Sandhotel, while Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre is 900 metres away. Lækjartorg Square is 550 metres away.

Rooms from $226

Tower Suites Reykjavík

Rated 9.7 in 298 reviews

Located on the 20th floor of a contemporary glass tower, these stylish penthouse suites are in central Reykjavik and… See more

Located on the 20th floor of a contemporary glass tower, these stylish penthouse suites are in central Reykjavik and feature panoramic views of the city or sea. Free WiFi is included.

Each room has floor-to-ceiling windows, a complimentary minibar and Nespresso coffee maker. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Additional features include a telescope and an iPad.

Restaurants and coffee shops are located on the ground floor.

Harpa Concert Hall is 1.7 km from Tower Suites Reykjavik. Restaurants, bars and shopping are within 0.5 km walking distance at Laugavegur shopping street area. Hallgrímskirkja Church is 1 km away.

Rooms from $524

This hotel is located about 5 minutes' walk from Harpa Concert Hall. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection By… See more

This hotel is located about 5 minutes' walk from Harpa Concert Hall. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton in Reykjavík features a bath house and complimentary fitness centre. This hotel also has a wine room and lobby bar.

The rooms include a private bathroom. All rooms are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

A continental breakfast is served daily at the property.

Solfar Sun Voyager is 700 metres from Consulate Hotel Reykjavik, Curio Collection By Hilton. Lækjartorg Square is just a minute's walk from the hotel.

Rooms from $254

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Rated 9.3 in 3493 reviews

Reykjavik Residence combines hotel services with self-catering apartments that offer flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and… See more

Reykjavik Residence combines hotel services with self-catering apartments that offer flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and modern kitchen facilities.

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel provides soundproofed accommodation just around the corner from the city’s main street, Laugarvegur. All options include tea/coffee makers and microwaves. Communal laundry facilities are also available.

Shopping, restaurants and a lively nightlife are easily accessed, and guests can ask the 24-hour reception staff for recommendations.

Keflavík International Airport is a 50-minute drive away, and Residence Reykjavik offers a pick-up service for an additional fee.

Rooms from $216

Well situated in Reykjavík, Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness… See more

Well situated in Reykjavík, Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 1.1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 1.2 km from Solfar Sun Voyager, the property provides a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk. The units in Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast.

Popular points of interest near Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton include Reykjavik Old Harbour, Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and Laugavegur Shopping Street. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from the hotel.

Rooms from $260

Hótel Reykjavík Saga

Rated 9.0 in 164 reviews

Hótel Reykjavík Saga features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Reykjavík. With free WiFi, this… See more

Hótel Reykjavík Saga features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Reykjavík. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is less than 1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, and within 1.1 km of the city centre.

The units at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. At Hótel Reykjavík Saga all rooms come with bed linen and towels.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast.

Hótel Reykjavík Saga offers a sauna.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Solfar Sun Voyager, Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and Reykjavik Old Harbour. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 1 km from Hótel Reykjavík Saga.

Rooms from $212

Exeter Hotel

Rated 8.9 in 3655 reviews

This contemporary design hotel is set in Reykjavík's Old Harbour area, 500 metres from Harpa Concert Hall & Conference… See more

This contemporary design hotel is set in Reykjavík's Old Harbour area, 500 metres from Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. It features free WiFi, an in-house restaurant and a bakery, as well as a sauna and fitness room.

Each room at Exeter Hotel is designed with industrial décor, modern furnishings and wooden floors. Every room has a smart TV, refrigerator and Nespresso coffee machine. Some also feature a sea/mountain, or city and/or garden view.

Staff can help organise tours and activities for guests. Solfar Sun Voyager and Hallgrímskirkja Church are both within 1 km. Other popular points of interest near the hotel include the Settlement Exhibition, Laugavegur shopping street and National Gallery of Iceland.

Rooms from $165

Apótek Hotel Reykjavík by Keahotels

Rated 8.8 in 355 reviews

Found in central Reykjavík, this boutique hotel is set in a listed-building, designed by former state architect Gudjón… See more

Found in central Reykjavík, this boutique hotel is set in a listed-building, designed by former state architect Gudjón Samúelsson in 1917. Its brightly decorated rooms include free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Laugavegur shopping street is just 2 minutes’ walk away.

A seating area, minibar and work desk feature in all rooms at Apotek Hotel. Each room has a tiled bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries.

Guests can enjoy a meal at the in-house restaurant and a drink in the hotel bar. Several other restaurants, bars and shops are found in the surrounding area.

Hallgrímskirkja Church is a 10-minute walk away. Reykjavík Harbour is 650 metres from Hotel Apotek Reykjavík.

Rooms from $226

Located on Laugavegur shopping street, ION City Hotel, Reykjavik, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation in… See more

Located on Laugavegur shopping street, ION City Hotel, Reykjavik, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation in Reykjavík, with a fitness centre and restaurant. The Einar Jónsson Museum and Hallgrímskirkja Church are 500 metres away.

Certain units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Certain rooms feature views of the sea or city. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is offered.

There is a 24-hour front desk and on-site bar at the property. Shopping, restaurants and bar are within walking distance in the area.

Solfar Sun Voyager is 400 metres from ION City Hotel, Reykjavik, a Member of Design Hotels, while The Pearl is 2 km away. Lækjartorg station is 500 metres away.

Rooms from $229

Hotel Borg by Keahotels

Rated 8.5 in 674 reviews

The elegant Art Deco-style Hotel Borg by Keahotels enjoys a central location in Reykjavik, overlooking the historic… See more

The elegant Art Deco-style Hotel Borg by Keahotels enjoys a central location in Reykjavik, overlooking the historic Asuturvollur Square. It offers brightly decorated rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen, Smart TVs.

All rooms at Hotel Borg feature quality beds and Philippe Starck fittings. Each also has wooden floors and stylish art deco furniture.

Guests can enjoy an in-house spa and gym that features a hot tub, sauna and steam room. It is also possible to book massages.

The staff can help with bookings of tours and assist with car rental.

Laugavegur shopping street is less than 200 metres from the hotel. The Life of Whales boat safari terminal is a 5-minute walk away.

Rooms from $245

Center Hotels Laugavegur

Rated 8.6 in 1952 reviews

Situated in Reykjavík and with Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach reachable within 3 km, Center Hotels Laugavegur features… See more

Situated in Reykjavík and with Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach reachable within 3 km, Center Hotels Laugavegur features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 800 metres from Solfar Sun Voyager, and within 1.2 km of the city centre.

At the hotel rooms include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms have a kettle, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also boast city views. At Center Hotels Laugavegur the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or vegetarian options.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hallgrímskirkja Church, The Pearl and Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from Center Hotels Laugavegur.

Rooms from $141