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4- and 5-star hotels in Reykjavik
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Reykjavik, gathered for travellers who want a well-rated base in the city, whether for a short break, a couple's trip or a work stay. Ratings here run from 4.5 to 4.8 out of 5.
Staying in Reykjavik
Reykjavik is a compact harbour city where most of what a visitor wants sits within a short walk: the old centre, the main shopping street Laugavegur, the old harbour and the landmark church on the hill. These hotels are spread across that small core and just beyond it. Several addresses sit right in the centre — Hafnarstraeti, Thorvaldsenstraeti, Adalstraeti, Smidjustigur and Lækjargata — while others line Laugavegur, and a few sit slightly outside the busiest streets, at Austurbakki, Brautarholt, Katrínartún, Tryggvagata and Mýrargata.
That spread suits different trips. Couples and first-time visitors tend to do best in the centre, where the bars, museums and nightlife are on the doorstep. Families and anyone wanting quieter surroundings can look to the outlying addresses, which still have the same 4-star facilities. Business travellers have Business Center access at several hotels. A short break works anywhere on this list, since the city is small and every hotel here is 4- or 5-star and rated 4.5 or higher.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Reykjavik Edition
Austurbakki 2, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereAt this 5-star hotel on Austurbakki, guests consistently rate their stay 4.6 out of 5 across 714 reviews. Rooms come with balconies and bathrobes, and the 24-hour front desk and concierge make arrivals and day plans straightforward. Bars and banquet space suit travellers who want a drink or an event on site. It fits visitors who prefer a full-service address and are happy to settle into a polished, well-reviewed base in the city.
See The Reykjavik EditionReykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton
Hafnarstraeti 17 19, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA 4-star address on Hafnarstraeti, this Curio Collection hotel earns 4.8 out of 5 from 437 guests. Breakfast is served and can also be brought to the room, and a business centre covers anyone mixing work with the trip. Babysitting service and 24-hour security make it practical for families. It suits guests who want a high-rated stay with everyday conveniences handled, whether travelling for work or with children.
See Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by HiltonHotel Rangá
Sudurlandsvegur, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSet on Sudurlandsvegur, Hotel Rangá holds a 4.7 rating from 693 reviews. Balconies and bathrobes appear among the room features, while banquet space and a business centre give it range beyond a simple overnight stop. Breakfast can be taken in the room. It is a 4-star choice for guests who want a calm setting with facilities for both celebrations and work, and who value consistently strong feedback from previous visitors.
See Hotel RangáHotel Eyja
Brautarholt 10 14, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereHotel Eyja on Brautarholt is a 4-star hotel rated 4.7 out of 5 by 604 guests. Balconies, a business centre and banquet space cover leisure and events, and cots are available for families. A bar and snack cafe handles casual refreshments without leaving the building. It fits travellers who want straightforward comfort with practical extras, from remote work to a small gathering, and who are reassured by the volume of positive reviews behind it.
See Hotel EyjaIceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton
Thorvaldsenstraeti 2 6, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThis Curio Collection hotel on Thorvaldsenstraeti is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 326 reviews. Breakfast comes as a buffet and can also be served in the room, and a business centre is on hand for working guests. Bathrobes and 24-hour security add to the comfort. It suits visitors who want a 4-star stay with meals made easy and a central address, whether the trip is for business or a short city break.
See Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By HiltonHotel Reykjavik Saga
12 Lækjargata, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Lækjargata, Hotel Reykjavik Saga is a 4-star hotel with a 4.7 rating from 252 guests. Breakfast is available and can be delivered to the room, and car rental service on site simplifies getting out of the city. A concierge and 24-hour front desk help with planning. It suits travellers who want to explore beyond Reykjavik by car and return to a well-reviewed base with practical support at the desk.
See Hotel Reykjavik SagaTower Suites Reykjavik
Katrínartún 2, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereTower Suites Reykjavik on Katrínartún is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 121 guests. Air conditioning and desks appear in the room features, and breakfast can be taken in the room or downstairs. Dry cleaning service and cots round out the practical side. This 4-star hotel suits guests who want a smaller, highly rated property with the conveniences of a longer stay, whether travelling for work or with a child.
See Tower Suites ReykjavikCanopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
Smidjustigur 4, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCanopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre on Smidjustigur draws a 4.6 rating from 1069 reviews. Breakfast is served as a buffet and can also come to the room, and banquet space is available for events. A bar and snack cafe keeps things easy in the evening. It suits visitors who want a 4-star hotel in the centre with a busy, well-reviewed atmosphere and flexible options for meals and gatherings.
See Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City CentreAlda Hotel Reykjavik
Laugavegur 66 68, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAlda Hotel Reykjavik on Laugavegur holds a 4.6 rating across 751 reviews. Balconies and bathrobes feature among the rooms, and a barber and beauty salon sits on site alongside bars. Banquet space covers larger occasions. The 4-star hotel suits guests who want a central address with grooming and refreshments handled inside the building, and who appreciate steady feedback from a large number of previous stays.
See Alda Hotel ReykjavikHotel Reykjavik Centrum
Adalstraeti 16, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHotel Reykjavik Centrum on Adalstraeti is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 721 guests. Breakfast is served, with a business centre and car rental service on site for work and onward travel. Banquet space and 24-hour security add to the setup. This 4-star hotel fits visitors who want meals, meetings and a hire car sorted from one address, and who value a long record of positive reviews.
See Hotel Reykjavik CentrumSand Hotel by Keahotels
Laugavegur 34, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSand Hotel by Keahotels on Laugavegur earns 4.6 out of 5 from 523 reviews. Breakfast is included in the offering, and a concierge helps with plans around the city. Cots and a bar and snack cafe make it workable for families wanting easy refreshments. It suits travellers who prefer a 4-star hotel with personal assistance at the desk and a central spot for exploring Reykjavik on foot.
See Sand Hotel by KeahotelsFosshotel Glacier Lagoon
Hnappavellir, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFosshotel Glacier Lagoon at Hnappavellir holds a 4.5 rating from 2387 reviews. Air conditioning, balconies and carpeted rooms are among the features, and breakfast can be served in the room. A bar and snack cafe provides evening options. This 4-star hotel suits guests who want a heavily reviewed property with comfortable room details and flexible breakfast arrangements, whether staying for one night or several.
See Fosshotel Glacier LagoonMidgardur by Center Hotels
Laugavegur 120, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereMidgardur by Center Hotels on Laugavegur is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 1723 guests. Breakfast can be brought to the room, and desks, cots and copy facilities cover work and family needs. Banquet space is available for events. It suits visitors who want a 4-star hotel with plenty of feedback behind it, practical in-room amenities and room to host a gathering without leaving the property.
See Midgardur by Center HotelsReykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Mýrargata 2, Reykjavik, Iceland
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereReykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland Hotels on Mýrargata holds a 4.5 rating across 1410 reviews. A breakfast buffet is served, and a business centre and banquet space handle work and events. A barber and beauty salon sits on site. The 4-star hotel suits guests who want a harbour-side address with services under one roof, from meals to meetings, and who are reassured by a large number of previous reviews.
See Reykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland HotelsExeter Hotel
Tryggvagata 12, Reykjavik, Iceland
Why stay hereExeter Hotel on Tryggvagata is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 740 reviews. Balconies and bathrobes feature among the rooms, and a concierge and 24-hour front desk assist with plans and late arrivals. Cots and desks cover families and working guests. This 4-star hotel suits travellers who want a central base with personal help at the desk and room details that make a longer stay comfortable.
See Exeter Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Reykjavik Edition | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 714 | Yes |
| Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 437 | Yes |
| Hotel Rangá | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 693 | Yes |
| Hotel Eyja | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 604 | – |
| Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 326 | Yes |
| Hotel Reykjavik Saga | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 252 | Yes |
| Tower Suites Reykjavik | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 121 | Yes |
| Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,069 | Yes |
| Alda Hotel Reykjavik | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 751 | Yes |
| Hotel Reykjavik Centrum | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 721 | Yes |
| Sand Hotel by Keahotels | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 523 | Yes |
| Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,387 | Yes |
| Midgardur by Center Hotels | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,723 | Yes |
| Reykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland Hotels | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,410 | – |
| Exeter Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 740 | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For central sightseeing
These five sit on central streets — Hafnarstraeti, Thorvaldsenstraeti, Lækjargata, Adalstraeti and Smidjustigur — putting the old centre, the main shopping street and the harbour within a walk. Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton and Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton are both rated 4.7 and 4.8 out of 5, so you are not trading quality for position.
Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton · Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton · Hotel Reykjavik Saga · Hotel Reykjavik Centrum · Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
For families
The Reykjavik Edition, Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton and Hotel Eyja all offer a cot, and the Konsulat adds a babysitting service. Tower Suites Reykjavik and Hotel Eyja have air conditioning, useful if you travel in warmer spells. All four carry ratings of 4.6 or above, and the Edition is the only 5-star on this list.
The Reykjavik Edition · Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton · Hotel Eyja · Tower Suites Reykjavik
For business stays
Hotel Rangá, Hotel Eyja, Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton, Hotel Reykjavik Centrum and Reykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland Hotels all list a Business Center, and each has copy or desk facilities alongside 24-hour front desk cover. Ratings range from 4.5 to 4.7 out of 5, so a working trip does not mean giving up a well-reviewed room.
Hotel Rangá · Hotel Eyja · Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton · Hotel Reykjavik Centrum · Reykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland Hotels
For the highest guest ratings
Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton and Tower Suites Reykjavik lead the list at 4.8 out of 5, from 437 and 121 reviews. Hotel Rangá, Hotel Eyja, Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton and Hotel Reykjavik Saga follow at 4.7, and all six offer breakfast. If reviews carry weight in your choice, start here.
Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton · Tower Suites Reykjavik · Hotel Rangá · Hotel Eyja · Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton · Hotel Reykjavik Saga
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Questions, answered
Which hotels here have a pool or spa?
None of the facilities listed for these hotels mention a pool or spa, so this shortlist cannot point you to one. Several do list a bath and bathrobe in the room, and Reykjavik Marina Berjaya Iceland Hotels and Alda Hotel Reykjavik list a barber or beauty salon.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
No parking facility appears in the data for any hotel on this list, so it is worth checking directly with the hotel you choose. What they do list includes 24-hour front desk service at most, and a car rental service at Hotel Reykjavik Saga and Hotel Reykjavik Centrum.
Which hotels allow pets?
Pets are not mentioned in the facilities for any of these hotels, so the data does not confirm a pet-friendly option here. If you travel with an animal, contact the hotel before booking. Hotel Eyja, Sand Hotel by Keahotels, Midgardur by Center Hotels and Exeter Hotel list a cot, which points to families rather than pets.
Which is the best-rated hotel on this list?
Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton and Tower Suites Reykjavik share the top rating of 4.8 out of 5, from 437 and 121 reviews. The Reykjavik Edition, the only 5-star hotel here, is close behind at 4.6 from 714 reviews.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Reykjavik?
By address, Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton on Thorvaldsenstraeti, Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton on Hafnarstraeti, Hotel Reykjavik Saga on Lækjargata, Hotel Reykjavik Centrum on Adalstraeti and Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre on Smidjustigur all sit on central streets.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton, Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton, Hotel Reykjavik Saga, Tower Suites Reykjavik, Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre, Alda Hotel Reykjavik, Hotel Reykjavik Centrum, Sand Hotel by Keahotels and Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon. Many also offer breakfast in the room.
Which hotels here are best for a city break?
The central addresses work best for a short break: Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton, Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton, Hotel Reykjavik Saga, Hotel Reykjavik Centrum and Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre. All are rated 4.6 or above and sit on streets in the historic core.
Do any hotels on this list have air conditioning?
Tower Suites Reykjavik and Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon list air conditioning. The other hotels on this shortlist do not mention it, so if this matters to you, choose between those two, keeping in mind that Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon has the largest review count here at 2387.