Reykjavik is a metropolis at all times on the rise, combining a singular, laid-back vibe with a love of partying and a really sharp sense of favor – which shines by way of in its fashionable, design-forward accommodations. From quirky boutiques to Insta-worthy stays, listed below are my favourite spots on the town…
1. Eyja Guldsmeden Lodge
This can be a romantic boutique gem! Inside, I discovered distinctive decor which blended Nordic minimalism with Balinese-inspired deco that includes reclaimed wooden, retro-modern furnishings and eco-friendly touches and I immediately felt a comfy and really ‘hygge’ vibe!
My visitor room (a regular sized double) was compact nevertheless it was superbly adorned with a stunning four-poster mattress, wood flooring, Guldmeden’s very personal natural toiletries, and gorgeous views of Esja mountain.
There was additionally on-site restaurant which served up native and natural (and loads of veggie and vegan) choices, a pleasant bar, a contemporary health centre and bicycle rent.
I additionally actually preferred the situation which in some of the vibrant central neighborhoods of the town – only a block away from Laugavegur, the primary procuring avenue which I discovered was lined with retailers, eating places, and points of interest.
My favourite highlights…
- All of the attentive particulars resembling complimentary espresso and a variety of natural teas being obtainable within the foyer all day (with numerous plant-based milk choices too).
Tackle: Brautarholt 10, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
This designer spot is positioned within the downtown space close to the outdated harbor, near the colourful metropolis life at Laugavegur Road and the Harpa Live performance and Convention Middle.
The design attracts inspiration from the nation’s moniker “Land of Fireplace and Ice,” with the glass exteriors creating an iceberg impact and flooring of volcanic basalt and flamelike lighting framing the jewel-like interiors.
The rooms with a mushy palette of earth tones, wool materials, and wooden accents spotlight the pure magnificence and merchandise of the land. Ground-to-ceiling home windows body gorgeous views of the harbor, Mt. Esja, and the Snæfellsjökull glacier, and a few rooms have non-public terraces.
I like that additionally it is a vacation spot in itself, and the Tides restaurant by Gunnar Karl Gíslason, Iceland’s first Michelin-star Chef, is legendary for its trendy Icelandic delicacies. The Rooftop lounge and bar, the TÖLT bar, and the foyer bar all serve rigorously crafted cocktails and snacks, whereas the Tides Cafe has espresso, baked objects, and to-go meals.
3. CenterHotel Thingholt
I beloved this modern and attractive design lodge! Positioned proper within the middle of the town amongst some nice bars and eating places, the stylish boutique was initially a printing manufacturing unit courting from the Forties.
Within the current day, this hip joint makes the right base for procuring and sightseeing, in addition to providing nice facilities resembling an upscale restaurant, a cool bar, a health middle, and a spa.
The decor mixes the model and class of the Forties with a up to date Icelandic design to type a extremely distinctive and classy look. Deluxe rooms function beds laden with cream and white chunky materials, stark white partitions, and artwork gallery prints on the partitions, in addition to mod cons resembling free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.
Black and white cover rugs and reclaimed wooden furnishings give the Lodge a placing look that completely suits with the town’s fondness for the artistic! The workers was very welcoming, and a bonus is that breakfast was included within the room fee.
One of many latest boutiques on the town it presents 52 rooms furnished with the attractive Guldsmeden’s signature design. The main focus is sustainability with native and natural merchandise.
Lodge Von has an analogous sense of favor to its massive sister lodge – the Eyja Guldsmeden, simply across the nook.
These accommodations are within the good location for a procuring journey, as Laugavegur is the preferred avenue within the metropolis. The Sofar Solar Voyager and the Hallgrimskirkja Church are additionally across the nook.
5. Grandi by Middle Inns
A cheerful model of commercial stylish defines the model at Grandi by Middle Lodge, positioned close to the outdated harbour. The fish processing crops and shipyards of the neighbourhood have been changed with museums, artisans’ workshops, boutiques and hip eating places, with loads of outside artwork and murals.
The Lodge’s quirky design touches and clear, easy traces are solely consistent with the neighbourhood’s really feel. Rooms overlook streets with colourful homes, for which the realm is legendary, or the broad sweep of the encompassing water.
Inside, you’ll discover all the required comforts, together with wooden paneling, cozy chairs and bathtubs. The restaurant Héðinn Kitchen & Bar is a favourite with vacationers and residents alike, and the every day breakfast buffet is extremely well-liked.
6. Middle Inns Laugavegur
Middle Inns Laugavegur is positioned within the metropolis middle on the primary avenue. All the most important points of interest, procuring, and eating places are simply out the entrance door, and the harbor is a brief stroll away.
Combining up to date model with model, the foyer has excessive ceilings, massive home windows that look out on the busy avenue, comfy seating, and a fire.
The sunshine-filled rooms have easy, trendy traces and decor in calm neutrals with touches of brilliant shade, and the deluxe rooms have non-public balconies with views over the town and the mountains past.
There are a number of choices for onsite eating, together with the Lóa Restaurant with a diverse Icelandic and worldwide menu and the Road Meals Station with worldwide avenue meals. Breakfast is served each morning, and for those who want an early begin, they’ll pack some so that you can take alongside.
Positioned within the downtown harbor district (nestled into the marina and solely an 11-minute stroll from the Harpa live performance corridor), the 4-star exceptionally rated spot is likely one of the capital’s trendiest accommodations.
The café, bar, and funky industrial-style restaurant are the hubs of this enjoyable abode. With cuddle-up cozy seating, tasteful quirky options, and roaring log fires all overlooking the encompassing sea and mountains.
The lodge homeowners have scoured vintage retailers to discover a assortment of very attention-grabbing items and have created their uncommon model by pairing brilliant flower wallpaper and classic prints with brilliant seats and low lighting.
Bedrooms comply with this cool kind of retro Nordic model but additionally add a nod to the maritime historical past for good measure.
Different fabulous options are the balconies providing sea views, showers powered with geothermal scorching water, a health room, and even the occasional reside leisure.
8. Oddsson Lodge
In Iceland, all the things is a little bit shocking and sudden, and the highly-rated spot isn’t any totally different – it is a place that actually dances to its tune.
With the motto of Joie de Vivre, it’s an area that brings a various group of minds collectively to expertise the off-beat Icelandic tradition however nonetheless with lashings of favor.
Positioned within the harbor only a 10-minute stroll from all of the craziness of downtown, is that this attractive, moderately priced funds boutique.
This place has an incredible history- the historic constructing has been refurbished from its unique function as a Forties warehouse. It’s identified for its patronage of the humanities and music.
Bike excursions can be found for company to discover the town, and also you’ll additionally profit from gorgeous views over Faxafloi Bay – a fabulously hip spot to totally immerse your self within the quirky Icelandic tradition with out breaking the financial institution!
9. 101 Lodge
As soon as named the ‘Main Boutique Lodge within the World’ in a prestigious journey award, it is a lovely, intimate and ultra-hip boutique. Positioned in a central location solely an 11-minute stroll from the harbourfront, it boasts its personal on-site artwork gallery, health club, well-regarded restaurant, and a wonderful spa full with a scorching tub and a steam room.
The cool decor on the 4-star, extremely rated 101 Lodge is subtle and immaculate, and visitor rooms function a silver-clawed freestanding bathtub, blanched-oak flooring, rows of crisp white warmed towels, Aveda toiletries, books, a BOSE iPod sound-dock, and to maintain you toasty within the cool Icelandic temperatures – underfloor heating.
For those who can bear to tear your self away, there’s additionally a modern and trendy bar and a restaurant to chill out and dine downstairs.
Additionally, anticipate loads of arty options, together with excessive ceilings, massive partitions of glass that give the place an open really feel and bespoke handmade items like tables fabricated from tree trunks fittingly nestled by a roaring log hearth – great!
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10. Exeter Lodge by Keahotels
Staying on the Exeter Lodge by Keahotels offers a contemporary lodge expertise in a spot with a lot of historical past. The principle constructing is a home initially inbuilt 1904 for storage!
Now, it’s linked to extra trendy buildings and has 106 lodge rooms with a up to date but industrial model.
It’s located simply 550 yards from Harpa’s live performance corridor, which is good for those who’re attending an occasion. Nevertheless it’s additionally within the Previous Harbour space, which could be very lovely and has a number of glorious eating places.
The Exeter additionally helps you ebook day excursions, so you may journey immediately from there to go sightseeing or go to the Blue Lagoon.
11. Tower Suites
The Tower Suites is a brand new, non-public upscale lodge within the metropolis centre that could be a little totally different from the usual. It includes solely eight rooms on one ground. Nevertheless, all eight stylish rooms are high-design penthouse suites on the twentieth ground, providing gorgeous, panoramic metropolis views.
The expertise is like no different. You’re greeted with a glass of bubbly after which taken to your suite, the place you may get pleasure from a 360-degree view of the town by way of your telescope.
The ground-to-ceiling home windows assist you to soak within the surroundings, and in some rooms, even the bathtubs face these home windows so that you can bathe with a view.
Luxurious runs all through the Lodge with a top-of-the-range health suite, wellness spa, and suites geared up with Apple TVs, iPads, Nespresso espresso machines, a complimentary minibar, and walk-in wardrobes.
12. Cover by Hilton Metropolis Centre
This spot is within the coronary heart of downtown, a modern life-style lodge that mixes impeccable model with consolation. You possibly can stroll or trip a free bike to the eating places and bars and store on Laugavegur Road.
From the inviting foyer to the rooms in pure colors impressed by the ocean and volcanic basalt, the Lodge is anchored within the sense of place, with native paintings, music and a library of Icelandic literature.
The rooms and suites have unique bedding, mini-fridges, filtered water for eco-conscious travellers, and huge home windows that look out over the neighbourhood, the ocean, and, for those who’re fortunate, the aurora borealis.
Within the evenings, you may catch a wine tasting or get pleasure from dinner on the subtle Geiri Good Restaurant, the place you may get pleasure from native seafood, meat, and produce accompanied by cold-climate wines.
The Cover Central Bistro & Bar serves a improbable morning breakfast and regional beers, spirits, and snacks all day and evening.
13. Kvosin Downtown Lodge
The 4-star, exceptionally rated Kvosin Downtown Lodge is housed in a historic early 1900s constructing within the metropolis centre. It boasts neighbours just like the parliament constructing and the Previous Downtown Church.
With tradition and custom oozing from each nook of this boutique, which was established on the flip of the 19th century, it now superbly companies the wants of the trendy traveller.
Spacious studio to two-bedroom residences presents free WiFi, kitchenettes, Nespresso machines, good TVs, and a cool Scandi décor.
Upgraded rooms provide rooftop views and balconies too. Can it get any higher? Sure! There’s additionally an on-site industrial-chic wine bar that includes ambient lighting, avenue views, and an award-winning concierge workforce that will help you benefit from your time in Iceland.
14. OK Lodge
Don’t be delay by the identify; the highly-rated OK Lodge is way more than simply OK. The funky, eco-friendly Lodge’s mini residences have kitchen amenities, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docking stations. Some residences even provide a balcony and acoustic guitar – very cool!
All rooms at this hipster-friendly lodging are uniquely designed with cool artwork plastering the partitions and brilliant colours splashed throughout the inside, which supplies the Lodge an eclectic and retro vibe.
Positioned in a central location alongside Laugavegur, the town’s principal avenue, different fab amenities embody quite a lot of tasty Korean dishes served up on the Ok-bar (the place company can get pleasure from discounted costs), barbeque amenities, bike rent and a concierge who is simply too comfortable that will help you manage journeys.
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15. Kex Hostel
Whenever you enter the doorways of this much-loved and highly-rated distinctive Iceland abode, you’re instantly transported right into a splendidly retro and eclectic world.
Unsurprisingly, this kitsch hostel has shortly develop into an establishment within the metropolis. It additionally boasts an outstanding central location with Atlantic sea views, solely an 11-minute stroll from Harpa live performance corridor (and solely a 3-minute stroll from a bus cease). Kex—the Icelandic phrase for biscuit—is a social hostel inbuilt a former biscuit manufacturing unit, and like every biscuit barrel, you’ll discover quite a lot of flavors, shapes, and tastes!
Sharing a constructing with artists’ studios, it has a really fashionable industrial really feel. The designers have superbly mixed reclaimed classic decor with trendy touches to create a mode you’re unlikely to see wherever else.
Kex Hostel presents dormitory beds and personal rooms. The cafe serves home-baked biscuits, and there’s a visitor kitchen for those who fancy making an attempt your hand at a couple of Icelandic dishes.
With a heated outside patio, WiFi, on-site vintage-style hairdressers and barbers (full with a 1933 barber’s chair), and an old-school health club (with retro boxing gloves), you’ll must discover a significantly good motive to go away! Additionally, don’t miss their common music, comedy, karaoke, and open-mic occasions.
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