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Brautarholt 10-14, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
#13 of 78 hotels in Reykjavík
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 1230 hotel reviews
8.9Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.3
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Comfort
9.3
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Location
8.7
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Facilities
8.9
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Staff
9.3
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Value for money
8.4
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Free Wifi
8.6
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Reviewed: September 15, 2025
Robin
United Kingdom18 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Pleasant hotel on outskirts of town”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too far from the main centre of the town
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: September 15, 2025
Susan
United Kingdom4 Reviews9.0“Really enjoyed our stay , loved the city and hotel was perfect location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Found room very warm and bed hard
Had not intended having breakfast but glad we did, was just perfect and attentive staff
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: September 13, 2025
Emily
United Kingdom52 Reviews5 helpful votes10“Nice relaxing place to stay in Reykjavík”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Dirty windows
Friendly staff. Decorated nicely. Very relaxing place to stay in walking distance to central Reykjavík. We also enjoyed happy hour drinks. Great view from our room.
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: September 4, 2025
Eileen
New Zealand20 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Nice hotel with friendly staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The climb back up the hill from down town.
The hotel was nice and clean, in a convenient location. Downtown Reykjavik was about 10 minutes walk.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: September 2, 2025
Khalid
Canada9 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Superior Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathroom door is not private. Street Parking is free but difficult to find a spot at night. No issues during the day.
Location and clean
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: August 15, 2025
Richard
United States4 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No A/C and small room.
It was very clean. The room is small which we kind of expected.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Segal
Israel18 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Wonderful ambience, details should be upgraded”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Two single beds instead of a double bed, when asked reception to put them together I was told that this is the first time they were asked to do so and that was impossible which is curious. There was no hot water in the sink in the bathroom and the shower drainage was clogged. The kettle smelt of coffee!!
Great ambience, great staff. Good restaurant and breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Ana-klara
United States5 Reviews8.0“Just outside the busy sector of the capital but easier parking!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Superior Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not immediately in the touristy part of the capital. Made parking easy but we had to walk a bit.
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Thank you for the recommendation to eat at "Pots and Pans".
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 30, 2025
William13b13b
United States1 review9.0Wonderful- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
staff was great
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 30, 2025
Josh
United States4 Reviews10“We would definitely come back and stay at this hotel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We loved the hotel. The breakfast was amazing and the room was very relaxing.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 29, 2025
Amy
United States2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No complaints.
The room was clean, comfortable, quiet, relaxing. The lounge was a comfortable space to hang out. The variety of food at breakfast was wonderful; liked the rye bread and hot coffee. Parking.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Cynthia
United States44 Reviews3 helpful votes10“A warm welcome awaits…”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I could have booked a few more nights.
Everything here is wonderful, including the view to the waterfront. I chose this location on reviews about it being a ‘foodie’ location. It far exceeded expectations of the palate. The room was excellent, the staff, like old friends. We’ll be back next year when the sun is up and… well, stays up. :)
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Ken
United Kingdom22 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Good hotel for short stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fairly basic facilities. Expensive - but probably the norm in Reykjavik.
No surprises. Good breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 27, 2025
Jonghyeon
United Kingdom3 Reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
Nothing.
The staff, in particular Ella, Elsa and Jimmy, were very nice and provided a lot of useful info about Iceland. Room was clean and comfortable. Location was decent and near a bus stop. Food at the bar was great!
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 25, 2025
Océane
France5 Reviews10“Comfy, local and close by”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Sad I wasn’t able to get the two twin beds that I had requested but we had very good night sleeps nonetheless
The staff was very friendly, and the breakfast delicious!
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Joseph
United States9 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Just like most hotels in Iceland. There is no AC
Good location. Near restaurants and tourist attractions
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 18, 2025
Kelly
United States2 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Will recommend!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Just needs some detail work. Dragonfly sign on front was falling off, overhead light in bed did not work. Maybe add some fresh flowers in the pots outside.
The front desk clerk was excellent. He recommended the best restaurants and was patient booking excursions.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 15, 2025
Giulia
Italy14 Reviews6 helpful votes10“Great choice to visit the city”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Rooms could be bigger but thanks to the fornitures that isn't an issue at all. You can't completely open the windows of the room but this is an issue I've experienced everywhere in Iceland
I only stayed one night, but this hotel really surprised me in the best way. First of all, the location: although it’s in a mostly residential area that’s not particularly charming at first glance, it’s actually just a few minutes’ walk from the city center — very convenient. From the outside, the building isn’t eye-catching, but once inside, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with lots of wood and cozy colors. The reception staff were incredibly friendly and helpful — which is not always a given — and I loved the little touches like complimentary coffee and water available throughout the day. The common areas are beautifully designed, and although the rooms aren’t very big, they’re thoughtfully furnished, comfortable, and highly functional. All in all, I found it to be a great place to stay. If I come back to Reykjavik, I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: July 13, 2025
Sean
United States1 review10“One of the best hotel stays we’ve ever had.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location. Wonderful staff. Perfect stay.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 9, 2025
William
United States10 Reviews9.0“We stayed a total of five days with a break. So glad we came back after a trip around the golden circle”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Took a while to get hot water to third floor
Staff, especially Laura were very helpful and answered a million questions. The best dry white wine I had in the country! Great relaxing lobby area Parking
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: June 26, 2025
Ahter
Turkey46 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Although a 4 star hotel its missing some expected things like mini bar and an AC... Also the curtains in the room is arranged in a way that still lets light in. Light also comes from the semi-seethrough door of the bathroom.
Good location. Hotel reception area was nice and cozy. Good size of room.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 25, 2025
Elizabeth
United States3 Reviews10“Great location, quiet, comfortable, hip lobby.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The breakfast looked delicious but we didn’t get it because it was so expensive.
The bed was super comfortable.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 23, 2025
William
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Great hotel, will stay in it again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
en general, Islandia es caro, incluyendo el alojamiento
ubicación
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 21, 2025
Jacqueline
United States1 review9.0“Lovely accommodations, close to town!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower only had a half door so when you showered it spilled out onto the floor.
The room was very nice, with black out curtains. We had 21 hours of daylight! The staff were friendly. Check in and check out easy. Breakfast was good! Location was perfect to walk into town. Parking easy.
Stayed in June 2025
