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Last updated: 13 December, 2022
Expert travel writer: Oliver Berry

This practical city hotel offers a decent base for exploring Reykjavik.

It’s a little way east of downtown, just off the main thoroughfare of Laugavegur, and while the building isn’t much to look at – a boxy, concrete block that’s typical of so much of Reykjavik – inside you’ll find plenty of designer style, including in the chic open-plan bar and attached restaurant.

Rooms are surprisingly cosy, with timber furniture, frilly fabrics and sheepskins giving them the feel of a rustic B&B out in the country. There are some handy amenities here, too, including free parking and on-site bike hire.

Surrounding area

This isn’t the liveliest or prettiest part of Reykjavik, but that has the advantage of meaning street noise and traffic is kept to a minimum.

The hotel is surrounded by similar concrete buildings that look rather like office blocks, but there are views from front-facing rooms across the city to Mount Esja, the mountain range to the north of Reykjavik.

It’s about a 30-minute walk into the city centre and to the harbourfront, or you can hire a bike and be there in ten. Alternatively, there’s a decent range of bars and restaurants within easy walking distance of the hotel.

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Key facilities

Airport transfers*
Beach: None
Creche
Fitness centre
Fitness classes
Golf course
Hot tub
Parking: On-site (free)
Pool (adults only)
Pool (indoor)
Pool (outdoor)
Pool (kids)
Spa
Tennis courts
WiFi: Free
Yoga

Food & drink

All inclusive
Kids menu
Restaurant on-site
Self catering
*
Additional charge

Room types

Apartments
Bedrooms
Cabins
Suites
Tents
Villas
Yurts

Room facilities

Air conditioning
Flat screen TV
Jacuzzi (private)
Pool (private)
Tea & coffee making facilities
WiFi

Bedding options

2+ bedrooms
3+ beds
Connecting rooms
Rollaway/sofa bed

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Perlan Museum

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Best for ages: 4+ | £25 | 1 night

Whale-watching in Iceland

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Once-in-a-lifetime trips to see migrating humpback and minke whales up close, as they pass by on their annual north–south migration. Tours from Husavik, Akureyri and Reykjavik can be arranged.

Best for ages: 4+ | £70 | 3-4 hours

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Kjarvalsstadir art museum
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Kjarvalsstadir art museum

Reykjavik, Iceland[0.5 miles]

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Best for ages: 13+ | £12 | 1 night

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front view of the Hallgrimskirkja
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Hallgrimskirkja

Reykjavik, Iceland[0.9 miles]

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Best for ages: 13+ | Free

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Asmundarsafn art museum
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Asmundarsafn art museum

Reykjavik, Iceland[1.1 miles]

An art museum and sculpture collection featuring white Viking figures and curvaceous shapes, housed in the former studio of Icelandic sculptor Asmundur Sveinsson. One of three museums that officially make up the Reykjavik Art Museum. Open daily.

Best for ages: 13+ | £12 | 1 night

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Exterior of the Hafnarhus art museum in Reykjavik
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Hafnarhus art museum

Reykjavik, Iceland[1.8 miles]

An art museum on the Reykjavik waterfront showcases the work of pop artist Erro alongside new installations by local and international artists. One of three museums that officially make up the Reykjavik Art Museum. Open daily.

Best for ages: 13+ | £12 | 1 night

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Destination guides including or relevant to this place to stay

Iceland

Iceland

From volcanoes and glaciers to black beaches, geothermal pools and the Northern Lights, Iceland is one of the world’s wildest, weirdest destinations. A paradise for adventurous travellers.

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