Must-see hotels in Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

  • Reykjavík Residence

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Plush city-centre living feels just right in this array of apartments set in six historic mansions. Linens are crisp, service attentive and the light a…

  • Alda Hotel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    A wealth of boutique touches lift sleek Alda well above the crowd: knitted lamp covers, a sauna and hot tub, and the free cell phones given to guests (all…

  • Loft Hostel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Perched high above the action on bustling Bankastræti, this modern hostel attracts a decidedly young crowd, including locals who come for its trendy bar…

  • Forsæla Apartmenthouse

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    A 100-year-old wood-and-tin house is the star of the show here. It sleeps four to eight people and comes with old beams and tasteful mod cons. Smaller…

  • Nest Apartments

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Four thoroughly modern apartments with neat antique touches make a superb home away from home on this central, peaceful street. Ranged over a tall…

  • Hótel Holt

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Expect a totally cool blast to the luxurious past. Built in the 1960s as one of Reykjavík's first hotels, Holt is decked out with original paintings,…

  • KEX Hostel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    An unofficial headquarters of backpackerdom and popular local gathering place, KEX is a megahostel with heaps of sociability and style (think retro…

  • REY Apartments

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    For those preferring private digs over hotel stays, REY is a smart choice thanks to its cache of modern, two- to eight-person apartments scattered across…

  • Grettir Apartments

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Sleeping here is like sleeping in a magazine for Scandinavian home design. The thoroughly modern studios and apartments boast fine furnishings and sleek…

  • 101 Hostel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The fabulously friendly family that runs this compact hostel is supremely proud of the heritage features dating back to the 1840s. Homey dorms have either…

  • Hótel Óðinsvé

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    There's a welcome sense of individuality and personality at Oðinsvé – in its 50 sunny rooms classic furnishings meet wooden floors and original art. Some…

  • Sandhotel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    When the folks behind one of Iceland's best bakeries open a hotel, you know it's going to be great. At Sandhotel art deco echoes meet Nordic design and…

  • Castle House Apartments

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Modern, self-contained apartments are satisfyingly central and commendably quiet. More personal than a hotel, they still come with room service: fresh…

  • CenterHótel Arnarhvoll

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    A glossy hotel on the waterfront, 100-room Arnarhvoll offers unimpeded views of the bay and Mt Esja. Cool, Scandinavian-designed rooms with clean lines…

  • Hótel Leifur Eiríksson

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Glorying in one of the best locations in Reykjavík, Hótel Leifur Eiríksson is set at the end of arty Skólavörðustígur just in front of Hallgrímskirkja –…

  • CenterHótel Þingholt

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Full of character, Þingholt was designed by architect Gulla Jónsdóttir, who used natural materials to create one of Reykjavík’s more distinctive hotels…

  • Sunna Guesthouse

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    All the various room and apartment configurations here are simple and sunny with honey-coloured parquet floors. Several have good Hallgrímskirkja views…

  • Galtafell Guesthouse

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The four one-bedroom apartments in this converted historic mansion have fully equipped kitchens, cosy seating areas and the use of a lovely garden. The…

  • Loki 101

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The location couldn't be better, in a quiet street to one side of Skolavörðustígur and with Hallgrímskirkja just steps away. Inside find simple rooms with…

  • Luna Hotel Apartments

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    A strong entry on Reykjavík's luxury-apartment scene, Luna maintains 15 excellent apartments in the streets near Skólavörðustígur. Locations are…

  • Hlemmur Square

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Rooms can be noisy and the quality is a little patchy, but friendly staff, a great location and an upbeat vibe more than compensate. Also a plus are the…

  • Óðinn

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Simple white rooms, stripped floors, large TVs and bright, fun artwork define these four swish apartments in a quiet but still central street. All come…

  • Hótel Frón

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    This hotel is excellently located overlooking Laugavegur (although this also means rooms at the front can be noisy at weekends). The newer wing has good…

  • OK Studios

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    A creative vibe pervades rooms kitted out in individual style and featuring cool mismatched furniture with La Giaconda art. Despite the upcycled air it's…

  • 101 Hotel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The 101 aims to tickle the senses – with yielding downy beds, a stark black-and-white colour scheme, Bang & Olufsen sound systems and glass-walled showers…

  • Baldursbrá Guesthouse

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Decent-sized comfy rooms with washbasins characterise this little guesthouse on a quiet street near Tjörnin. You'll also find a sitting room and garden…

  • Room With A View

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The location is superbly central, the design is pure luxe-Scandinavian and the trappings are tempting: kitchenettes, CD players, high-end toiletries and a…

  • Canopy by Hilton

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The elaborately comfortable rooms here are styled in tones echoing ocean, volcanic rock and ice and some have sea or mountain views. You also get loaner…

  • Opal Apartments

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Despite a work-a-day location beside a busy road, the eight cheerful apartments on the Hlemmur Sq end of Laugavegur are immaculate and fully equipped with…

  • Snorri's Guesthouse

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    The impeccably maintained rooms in this pebble-dashed building are decked out in muted shades. The more expensive ‘family’ rooms (from 30,100kr) and…

  • Skuggi Hotel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    King-sized beds, sleek furnishings, satellite TV and an excellent location just off Laugavegur make this a good bet. Plus there's free parking.

  • Centerhotel Klöpp

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    Scandi detailing borders on spartan at this central sleeping option. The facade’s rather worn, but rooms are a bit more fresh-faced; some sport water…

  • 4th Floor Hotel

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    At the Hlemmur Sq end of Laugavegur, this centrally located property offers accommodation ranging from tiny economy singles with shared bathrooms to…

  • Reykjavík Hostel Village

    Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur

    On the down side squeaky beds and scarcity of communal rooms and kitchen equipment; on the up side a reasonable location and cheap digs.