We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Reykjavík, Iceland. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Very stylish. Unique. Superb breakfast. 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.Show full description
This is likely one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Reykjavík. It also has a highly rated breakfast and outstanding views!
Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. Comfortable beds. 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.Show full description
Great hotel with character and class. Nice interior design and a lovely bar.
Hip. Nice style. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. 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.Show full description
I think this is the coolest luxury hotel in Reykjavík.
Stylish. Great value. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. 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.Show full description
This boutique hotel has great affordability. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Reykjavík.
Apartment hotel.Great location. These luxury apartments in central Reykjavik are just 350 metres from Old Reykjavik Harbour. Each features free WiFi, contemporary furnishings, an iPad and city-view balcony. The bright and spacious suites at Black Pearl Apartment Hotel all have large windows, blackout curtains and heated, marble floors. Each apartment’s seating area has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Complimentary tea and Nespresso coffee are provided. In-suite breakfast package can be ordered and delivered directly to the apartment. Children can enjoy breakfast at a discounted price. Several restaurants and bars can be found in the surroundings, as well as the Reykjavík Art Museum and Volcano House Exhibition Cinema. Harpa Concert Hall is a 7-minute walk away, while Hallgrímskirkja Church and Reykjavik Swimming Pool are both 1.5 km from the apartments.Show full description
Cool. Great interior design. Good breakfast. Popular among women. 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.Show full description
The hotel is centrally located in Reykjavík and within walking distance to a great variety of dining and shopping experiences.
Charming. Romantic. Superb interior design. Popular among women. 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.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most well designed luxury hotels in Reykjavík.
Highly elegant. Rooftop bar. Great views.Opened October 2021. 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.Show full description
I rate this as the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Reykjavík. It also has a popular rooftop bar!
Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Overlooking Lake Ellidavatn, this hotel offers free parking, free Wi-Fi access and an in-house restaurant. All rooms have private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Central Reykjavik is 13 km away. A work desk and wardrobe are featured in all rooms at Hotel Kriunes. Most rooms include a seating area. Some feature tea/coffee facilities and lake views. Relaxation options include a sauna and hot tub. Guests can unwind on the furnished terrace or in the fireplace lounge. Boat, kayak and bicycle rentals are available on site. Breakfast is served each morning at Hotel Kriunes. The in-house restaurant offers home-made dishes based in local produce. Heidmörk Natural Park is just across the lake from the hotel. Kopavogur/Gardabaer Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most beautiful, relaxing and romantic luxury hotel in Reykjavík. It also has very cosy rooms! Soooo nice!
Historic property. Popular among women. 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.Show full description
I think this is the most HISTORIC luxury hotel in Reykjavík.
Lovely property. Historic. 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.Show full description
Cool. Good breakfast. Great value. Located in Reykjavík and with Solfar Sun Voyager reachable within 1.7 km, Grandi by Center Hotels provides 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. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom and a hairdryer, and certain rooms at Grandi by Center Hotels have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hallgrímskirkja Church, Reykjavik Old Harbour and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 3 km from Grandi by Center Hotels.Show full description
Elegant. Great location. Great value. Popular among women. 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.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Comfortable beds. Great breakfast. 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.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Hotel Von features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Reykjavík. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is 500 metres from Solfar Sun Voyager, and within 1.1 km of the city centre. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room is fitted with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer city views. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. An à la carte breakfast is available daily at Hotel Von. Speaking German, English, Spanish and Icelandic, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre and Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from Hotel Von.Show full description
Trendy. Charming. Great views. Set in the popular 101 harbour district of Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel offers free Wi-Fi access. All rooms include a flat-screen TV and either city or harbor views. Each room at Berjaya Reykjavik Marina Hotel has a private bathroom with shower. Studios include a sofa. Some rooms also have a balcony. Guests can relax beside the fireplace in the lobby area. Icelandic films can be watched at Slipp Cinema. Whale-watching tours depart right next to the hotel. Reykjavik Art Museum is less than 5 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Great location. Popular among couples. This stylish and original hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Reykjavik’s main shopping street, Laugavegur. It offers free WiFi and rooms with a satellite TV and a tea/coffee maker. At Thingholt by Center Hotels, the individually designed rooms feature a minibar, modern bathroom facilities and guest bathrobes. A free internet computer is found in the lobby. The hotel's Ísafold Restaurant offers a combination of Icelandic and internationally inspired dishes. The bar features modern lighting and a hip atmosphere for enjoying cocktails and company. Staff can help arrange day trips to the Blue Lagoon, snowmobile safaris, whale watching trips and other activities.Show full description
Opened November 2022. Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Reykjavík. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 1.2 km from the city centre and 1.1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton include Solfar Sun Voyager, Reykjavik Old Harbour and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened January 2022. 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.Show full description
Charming. Historic. Nice interior design. Step into a world of timeless charm at our boutique hotel, nestled in the heart of Reykjavik's historic neighborhood. With a 4-star legacy dating back to 1965, our hotel invites you to experience the rich history and captivating art of Iceland. Admire the country's largest privately owned art collection, featuring works by iconic Icelandic artists. Our 42 rooms, spanning four floors, offer a fusion of contemporary Icelandic decor and modern comforts, complemented by free parking and exceptional personal service available 24 hours a day. Whether you choose a cozy standard room or a spacious suite, you'll enjoy beautiful views of the city. Discover Reykjavik's past and present at our hotel—a place where history, art, and elegance come together for a truly unique and unforgettable stay.Show full description
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