Reykjavik is a metropolis all the time on the rise, combining a singular, laid-back vibe with a love of partying and a really sharp sense of fashion – which shines by in its fashionable, design-forward accommodations. From my time spent exploring, and from quirky boutiques to Insta-worthy stays, listed here are my favourite spots on the town…
1. Eyja Guldsmeden Resort – A Romantic Eco‑Stylish Boutique with Mountain Views
This romantic 4-star boutique gem – a part of the Guldsmeden eco-hotel chain – completely charmed me, the decor was an distinctive mixture of Nordic minimalism and Balinese-inspired heat, creating an area that felt each elegant and extremely cozy.
With reclaimed wooden, retro-modern furnishings, and eco-friendly accents, to me the house felt immediately cozy and really ‘hygge’ – like a heat, fashionable retreat!
My visitor room (an ordinary sized double) was compact however cleverly designed and superbly embellished with a beautiful four-poster mattress, wood flooring, the lodge’s very personal natural toiletries, and the actually beautiful views of Esja mountain, which was my favourite function!
I additionally stumbled an on-site restaurant providing native, natural dishes with loads of veggie and vegan choices, a welcoming bar, a contemporary health heart, and bike leases which have been excellent for exploring the realm.
I cherished that it was tucked into one of many metropolis’s most vibrant central neighborhoods, only a block from buzzing Laugavegur Avenue, the place I loved searching indie boutiques, cozy cafés, and funky artwork galleries.
My favourite highlights…
I particularly cherished curling up with a comforting Hibiscus & Rosehip Tea within the plant-filled foyer after a breezy cycle across the close by harbor – it was the right strategy to unwind!
Handle: Brautarholt 10, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
I used to be actually gained over by this glossy and fashionable massive design 5-star lodge! I believed it had a complicated but inviting vibe, combining fashionable minimalism with Nordic influences. I discovered clear traces, heat wooden accents, muted tones, and expansive home windows showcased beautiful coastal and mountain views, which I believed created an area that felt each fashionable and comfortable!
My room (an ordinary King) got here with retro-modern furnishings, hardwood flooring and floor-to-ceiling home windows with a beautiful view of the harbour.
I cherished that the lodge felt like a vacation spot by itself. Tides restaurant, led by Iceland’s first Michelin-star Chef Gunnar Karl Gíslason, is well known for its fashionable Icelandic delicacies. The spa was one other spotlight for me and it featured Icelandic-inspired remedies and a cutting-edge health centre!
I discovered a classy rooftop bar which had excellent metropolis and harbour views, the TÖLT bar, and the foyer bar which served fastidiously crafted cocktails and snacks and the Tides Cafe had scrumptious espresso, baked items and to-go meals.
I additionally thought the downtown location was incredible and it was positioned close to the outdated harbor, the colourful metropolis life at Laugavegur Avenue and the Harpa Live performance and Convention Heart.
My private highlights…
I cherished unwinding in true Icelandic type of their mineral-rich geothermal plunge pool – it felt invigorating and really stress-free on the similar time!
Handle: Austurbakki 2, 101 Reykjavík
3. CenterHotel Thingholt – Moody, Stylish and Simply Steps from the Nightlife
Staying at this stylish and artistic lodge was an ideal selection! I believed it had a comfy, and cocoon-like vibe and mixed darkish tones, pure supplies, and touches of native artwork to inventive a putting boutique haven that includes black and white rugs and reclaimed wooden furnishings.
My visitor room (a Deluxe Double) got here with an enormous cozy double mattress, a putting monochrome design, retro-modern furnishings, massive window and artwork prints.
I additionally discovered a calming fashionable spa which got here full with a sauna, sizzling tub, and steam room, a trendy and comfortable bar and lounge space, a health heart, and a complimentary breakfast buffet (Icelandic type)!
The situation was actually superior too, it positioned me proper within the centre within the heart of the town inside strolling distance of vigorous bars, nightclubs and wonderful eating places!
My highlights…
I cherished how useful the workers have been with visitors attempting to identify the Northern Lights, I used to be provided a wake-up name when the lights have been seen exterior they usually sounded a bell in there too!
Handle: Þingholtsstræti 5, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
I believed this was a classy new small boutique lodge! I found a laid-back but fashionable environment with Scandinavian-inspired design and heat, earthy tones with custom-made furnishings, hardwood parquet flooring and fashionable artwork. It had an analogous sense of fashion to its massive sister lodge – the Eyja Guldsmeden which was positioned simply across the nook!
My visitor room (a Normal Double) got here with a design, fashionable design with gentle tones, a wood 4 poster mattress, Varmi natural toiletries, a big rainfall bathe and a ravishing granite stone sink (my favourite design function)!
I discovered the opposite facilities included a comfy lounge space, an inviting bar which served up each Icelandic and worldwide drinks, an excellent French-inspired restaurant and each day buffet breakfast constructed from domestically sourced components (I particularly cherished this)!
It additionally had an ideal central location which positioned me proper on Laugavegur Avenue, the town’s predominant procuring and eating hub. The Sofar Solar Voyager and the Hallgrimskirkja Church have been additionally simply across the nook!
My highlights…
Eating of their romantic onsite Bon Restaurant – I believed the chunky Truffle Fries and their candy (however not too candy!) Apple Tarte Tatin dessert have been simply divine!
5. Grandi by Heart Lodges – Industrial‑Cool Design with a Spa & Harbor Views
I believed this was a beautiful and eclectic spot! It has an upbeat and stylish city vibe with a contemporary industrial-chic design with playful Icelandic and retro accents. Inside I discovered daring colours, glossy traces, and uncooked supplies like uncovered concrete and metallic and native paintings.
My visitor room (an ordinary double) was spacious with lashings of wooden, vibrant retro-modern furnishings, a big double mattress with crisp white linens and a personal rest room full with a soaking bathtub.
I additionally discovered a contemporary spa with communal sizzling tubs, a sauna, and comfortable areas for rest. There was a welcoming bar and lounge space excellent for mingling with different visitors, a trendy restaurant serving Icelandic-inspired dishes, and a espresso store providing freshly brewed espresso and pastries – all the pieces set as much as really feel each vibrant and cozy!
I actually appreciated its location in Grandi Harbor District. The scenic waterfront views have been lovely and it was nice to be inside strolling distance of classy eating places, native artwork galleries, and wonderful eating places.
My favorite highlights…
Going for a calming anti-aging facial of their atmospheric onsite spa which was adorned with cozy fireplaces – I cherished the revolutionary peel-off biphasic masks (which left my pores and skin feeling very gentle!) which was a part of the therapy.
6. Heart Lodges Laugavegur – Stylish Rooms and Balcony Views on Reykjavik’s Most important Strip
Right here I found a trendy retro-modern retreat! It had a complicated but welcoming vibe with a glossy, modern design impressed by Scandinavian minimalism. I noticed clear traces, gentle lighting, cozy fireplaces, and earthy tones, which was actually enhanced by cool authentic pictures.
My visitor room (a deluxe nook room) got here with a classy monochrome design, floor-to-ceiling home windows and a personal balcony with metropolis views, a retro swing chair (which I cherished!) and a contemporary rest room with eco-friendly toiletries.
Strolling round I additionally discovered a comfy lounge bar serving Icelandic-inspired cocktails, in addition to a number of eating choices on-site. Lóa Restaurant featured a various menu with Icelandic and worldwide dishes, whereas the Avenue Meals Station provided tasty world avenue meals. Every morning, I dined on a tasty Icelandic-style buffet breakfast which used domestically sourced components.
It additionally had an ideal location on the primary procuring and eating avenue close to vibrant cafes, boutiques, vigorous bars and nightlife and I used to be inside a simple strolling distance of Harpa Live performance Corridor and Hallgrímskirkja Church.
My private highlights…
I cherished how useful the workers have been! One morning, I needed to go away early for a tour, they usually thoughtfully packed a breakfast for me to tackle the go – it was such a pleasant, private contact!
Handle: 95-99 Laugavegur 95 – 99, 101 Reykjavík
7. Reykjavik Marina Resort – Nautical‑Impressed Quirky Enjoyable Proper on the Waterfront
I actually appreciated this quirky medium-sized lodge! I found a laid-back but modern vibe with a playful, nautical-inspired design that completely mirrored its harbor-side location.
The type blended industrial-chic parts with vibrant colours, fashionable artwork, and distinctive maritime touches like ship ropes, boat-themed furnishings, and uncovered wooden and metallic particulars – making a enjoyable and classy environment which I cherished!
My visitor room got here with a snug double mattress, a classy fashionable design with playful prints, retro-modern furnishings, hardwood flooring and a personal balcony with beautiful harbour views!
I noticed that the café, bar, and stylish industrial-style restaurant have been the social hubs and got here with cuddle-up cozy seating, quirky design options, and roaring log fires all overlooking the encircling sea and mountains.
I cherished its location within the Outdated Harbor for its beautiful waterfront views and since it was inside strolling distance of all the favored sights, cafes, and cultural hotspots.
My highlights…
I cherished how my bathe was naturally heated by pure geothermal vitality! The water felt clean, nearly velvety with a faint mineral scent which jogged my memory of pure sizzling springs!
Handle: Myrargata 2, Vesturbær, 101 Reykjavík
8. Oddsson Resort – Playful Retro Fashion and a Make‑Your‑Personal Waffle Bar
In addition to being fashionable, I believed this was a enjoyable and playful mid-range spot! It had youthful and artistic vibe with colourful retro-modern design and many quirky design particulars. From the massive bronze palm bushes within the foyer to the retro desk soccer recreation (and chess board) I discovered all the pieces there was somewhat surprising however in a great way – I cherished the way it danced to its personal tune!
My room (a superior double) got here with a cool retro-inspired design, wood parquet flooring, soundproofing (I had a blissfully peaceable sleep!), metropolis views and a contemporary rest room full with a glass-encased rain bathe.
There was no onsite restaurant however I dined on a scrumptious heat buffet breakfast each morning, bike excursions have been additionally accessible.
I personally thought the situation was nice – it was nestled close to the town’s waterfront inside simple attain of vigorous bars, eating places, and cultural sights, making it an ideal base for exploring each the native scene and Iceland’s beautiful landscapes.
My private highlights…
I completely cherished the “Make Your Personal Waffle” station at breakfast! The fluffy Belgian-style waffles have been excellent for piling on all types of tasty toppings. My favourites have been the home made lingonberry jam and the Icelandic caramel syrup – each are native specialties and added an incredible flavour twist!
Handle: Grensásvegur 16a, 108 Reykjavík
9. 101 Resort – Award‑Successful Luxurious with Artwork, Fashion and a Beautiful Spa
This was as soon as awarded the title of ‘Main Boutique Resort within the World’! I discovered the vibe was upscale and artfully cool, with stylish, minimalist design with Scandinavian influences, with monochrome palette, polished black leather-based seating, outsized glass home windows, {custom} Icelandic paintings and furnishings and comfortable pure rugs.
My hypoallergenic visitor room featured silver-clawed freestanding bathtub, blanched-oak flooring, rows of crisp white warmed towels, plush bathrobes, natural Aveda toiletries, a patio with sea views, BOSE bluetooth audio system, soundproofing and underfloor heating (which was very welcoming)!
Strolling round I discovered it had its personal on-site artwork gallery, fashionable gymnasium, a well-regarded fashionable restaurant, a buffet breakfast (though this was an extra payment) a comfy bar serving inventive cocktails and a superb spa full with a sizzling tub, sauna and steam room.
It was positioned within the coronary heart of all of the motion in downtown, subsequent to vigorous bars, nightclubs and stylish eating places and artwork galleries.
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My private highlights…
Brunching on native specialties at their fashionable Kastrup restaurant was a deal with! I lastly bought to strive pickled herrings – with a twist. They have been curried right here, which added an surprising and scrumptious kick to the basic dish!
Handle: Hverfisgata 10, 101 Reykjavík
10. Exeter Resort by Keahotels – Industrial‑Stylish Vibes and a Bakery You’ll Love
I believed this medium sized lodge was each cozy and fashionable! I discovered that it had a trendy and welcoming vibe with a classy industrial-chic type with Icelandic design parts – uncovered gray concrete, reclaimed wooden accents, massive factory-style home windows, and comfortable textiles.
My visitor room (an City Double) featured darkish hardwood flooring, retro-modern furnishings, a view of the inside courtyard, a luxurious bathrobe, fashionable artwork, and a sensible TV.
I additionally discovered a trendy restaurant with Icelandic-inspired dishes, a comfy bar providing cocktails and domestically crafted beer, a classy bakery promoting contemporary pastries and low, in addition to bike leases, an onsite sauna, and a contemporary gymnasium – all the pieces I wanted for a snug keep!
It had a vigorous location in Grandi Harbor District, simply steps from the Outdated Harbor and I used to be additionally inside strolling distance of the well-known Harpa Live performance Corridor, the Solar Voyager sculpture, and downtown’s buzzing procuring and eating scene.
My highlights…
The divine house-made sourdough bread from their cute onsite bakery which was freshly baked to perfection! It was served heat with a sprinkle of sea salt, contemporary herbs, and a facet of tangy pickled greens – a deal with I saved going again for!
Handle: Tryggvagata 12, 101 Reykjavík
11. Tower Suites – Unique Penthouse Luxurious with Panoramic Metropolis Views
I believed the unique lodging, with its distinctive twist, provided a one-of-a-kind expertise that really set it other than an ordinary keep! It consisted of solely eight high-design penthouse suites on the twentieth ground of a glass tower and every had beautiful panoramic views of the town and its environment.
I found it was an intimate and high-end expertise with an excellent stylish design and hardwood parquet flooring, high-end marble accents, and comfortable Icelandic textiles.
My hypoallergenic suite featured floor-to-ceiling home windows with breathtaking mountain and sea views, a big bathtub, soundproofing, and considerate facilities like a well-stocked honesty mini-bar, an iPad, an Nespresso espresso maker, Apple TV, and walk-in wardrobes. Breakfast was served proper to my suite every morning which was an opulent begin to my day!
It was positioned within the bustling enterprise district, and I noticed incredible ocean views together with easy accessibility to wonderful eating, procuring, and cultural sights.
My private highlights…
The considerate touches – I cherished how I used to be greeted with a glass of champagne at reception after which taken to my suite by the pleasant workers. I additionally actually appreciated the lengthy, extending telescope and the way my bathtub confronted the home windows so I might gaze on the beautiful views – it made it an extra-special expertise!
Handle: Katrínartún 2, 105 Reykjavík
12. Cover by Hilton Metropolis Centre – A Vigorous, Scandi‑Stylish Gem within the Metropolis Centre
I believed this was a cool gem of a spot! I discovered the environment sociable and immersive, with the vibe of a real way of life lodge. The design actually wowed me – modern and concrete with a mix of Scandi-chic and retro aptitude. Heat wooden accents, native paintings, and enjoyable splashes of colour gave it a trendy but welcoming really feel!
My room had plush bedding, hardwood flooring, fashionable Nordic furnishings and an industrial-chic rest room full with matching bathrobes, floor-to-ceiling home windows and a espresso machine.
Every morning, I loved a scrumptious Icelandic artisanal breakfast buffet, and within the evenings, the unique onsite restaurant served inventive, seasonal dishes primarily based on contemporary native components, accompanied by cold-climate wines and handcrafted cocktails. I believed the bike rental service and fashionable gymnasium have been additionally tremendous handy because it made it simple to remain lively and discover!
It was additionally positioned within the coronary heart of the town centre near fashionable sights, wonderful eating choices, and buzzy bars and nightlife.
Handle: Smidjustigur 4, 101 Reykjavík
My private highlights…
Feeling like an area within the fashionable bar whereas sipping on very robust Icelandic Mule (which the barman instructed me was made with brennivín – Icelandic vodka!) and consuming freshly baked rye bread garnished with sea salt!
13. Kvosin Downtown Resort – Boutique Consolation with a High‑Rated Concierge Crew
I discovered that custom met tradition on this beautiful boutique! It felt fashionable however with a homely, welcoming vibe and the design was very charming with a Nordic-inspired design that includes heat wooden accents, gentle lighting, and retro patterns.
My visitor room, known as a ‘Massive Room,’ featured lovely wood parquet flooring, an outsized double mattress with a basic wood body, fashionable retro-modern furnishings, and an industrial-chic rest room. The room additionally included a handy kitchenette, full with a fridge, cooking hobs, and a Nespresso espresso machine – it was excellent for a snug and versatile keep!
I used to be an enormous fan of their cool industrial-chic wine bar which had ambient lighting, and the tasty continental breakfast which used domestically sourced components (though it wasn’t included within the room price sadly).
I additionally actually loved its historic centre location as I used to be near the Parliament, Harpa Live performance Corridor, and wonderful native eating and procuring spots.
My favorite highlights…
Their award-winning concierge group – in addition to being extremely welcoming in addition they helped me e book discounted excursions to the Blue Lagoon and Golden Circle and gave me native restaurant suggestions (one was for Apotek Restaurant which turned out to bc an superior suggestion)!
14. OK Resort – Quirky Self‑Catering Pads in Reykjavik’s Social Hub
For my part, the OK Resort was rather more than simply OK! This quirky, budget-friendly possibility provided eco-friendly, self-catering flats with a splendidly eclectic design. I discovered the decor mixed classic furnishings, vibrant colours, and artistic touches like uncovered brick, city artwork, and distinctive vintage finds, which created a enjoyable and classy house with a lot of character!
My mini-apartment had decor which was really a feast for the eyes with a heady mixture of classic furnishings, recycled supplies and native artwork plastered and outdated newspapers plastered all around the partitions! There was additionally a mini-kitchen, a flat-screen TVs and bluetooth audio system.
Positioned in a incredible central spot alongside Laugavegur, Reykjavik’s predominant social hub, I additionally discovered nice facilities resembling quite a lot of scrumptious Korean dishes on the Okay-bar, BBQ services, bike leases, and a concierge who was keen to assist me organize excursions!
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My favourite highlights…
I cherished the playful consideration to element this place had – I even discovered an outdated acoustic guitar tucked away within the nook of my house!
15. Kex Hostel – Boho‑Retro Price range Favourite with Luggage of Persona
This place is a much-loved metropolis establishment! I believed the vibe right here was like a cross between a hostel and a finances boutique lodge – it was buzzy, enjoyable, and tremendous sociable, with a daring, eye-catching design! I used to be immediately transported right into a boho-retro world crammed with classic finds, uncovered concrete, second-hand books, and reclaimed wooden!
My visitor room was compact with a shared rest room (it’s a budget-friendly possibility, in spite of everything!), however I cherished the hipster-friendly styling. It had classic decor, fascinating artwork on the partitions, retro furnishings, and even board video games and puzzles – a unusual private contact that I l actually made use of!
I additionally stumbled throughout a heated out of doors patio, an on-site vintage-style barbershop, an old-school gymnasium, and a comfy café serving home-baked biscuits. With a communal kitchen and common occasions like music, comedy, karaoke, and open-mic nights, it was actually very laborious to go away!
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My private highlights…
The unimaginable retro particulars which made it actually stand out – I cherished recognizing the genuine barber’s chair from 1933 and the retro boxing gloves within the gymnasium. It felt like a real inventive haven!
