Reykjavik is a metropolis all the time on the rise, combining a novel, laid-back vibe with a love of partying and a really sharp sense of fashion – which shines via in its fashionable, design-forward motels. From quirky boutiques to Insta-worthy stays, listed here are my favourite spots on the town…
1. Eyja Guldsmeden Resort
It is 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 comfortable and really ‘hygge’ vibe!
My visitor room (an ordinary sized double) was compact however it was fantastically embellished with a beautiful four-poster mattress, picket 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 favored the placement which in probably the most vibrant central neighborhoods of town – only a block away from Laugavegur, the primary procuring avenue which I discovered was lined with outlets, eating places, and sights.
My favourite highlights…
- All of the attentive particulars reminiscent of complimentary espresso and a spread of natural teas being out there within the foyer all day (with varied plant-based milk choices too).
Tackle: Brautarholt 10, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
This designer spot is situated within the downtown space close to the outdated harbor, near the colourful metropolis life at Laugavegur Road and the Harpa Live performance and Convention Heart.
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 comfortable palette of earth tones, wool materials, and wooden accents spotlight the pure magnificence and merchandise of the land. Flooring-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 known 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 glossy and horny design resort! Situated proper within the middle of town amongst some nice bars and eating places, the fashionable boutique was initially a printing manufacturing unit courting from the Forties.
Within the current day, this hip joint makes the proper base for procuring and sightseeing, in addition to providing nice facilities reminiscent of an upscale restaurant, a cool bar, a health middle, and a spa.
The decor mixes the fashion and class of the Forties with a recent Icelandic design to kind a very distinctive and trendy look. Deluxe rooms characteristic beds laden with cream and white chunky materials, stark white partitions, and artwork gallery prints on the partitions, in addition to mod cons reminiscent of free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.
Black and white disguise rugs and reclaimed wooden furnishings give the Resort a placing look that completely suits with town’s fondness for the artistic! The employees was very welcoming, and a bonus is that breakfast was included within the room charge.
One of many latest boutiques on the town it provides 52 rooms furnished with the attractive Guldsmeden’s signature design. The main focus is sustainability with native and natural merchandise.
Resort Von has the same sense of fashion to its huge sister resort – the Eyja Guldsmeden, simply across the nook.
These motels are within the excellent 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 Heart Inns
A cheerful model of commercial stylish defines the fashion at Grandi by Heart Resort, situated close to the outdated harbour. The fish processing vegetation 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 Resort’s quirky design touches and clear, easy traces are totally consistent with the neighbourhood’s really feel. Rooms overlook streets with colourful homes, for which the realm is known, or the broad sweep of the encircling water.
Inside, you’ll discover all the mandatory 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. Heart Inns Laugavegur
Heart Inns Laugavegur is situated within the metropolis middle on the primary avenue. All the key sights, procuring, and eating places are simply out the entrance door, and the harbor is a brief stroll away.
Combining up to date fashion with fashion, the foyer has excessive ceilings, giant home windows that look out on the busy avenue, snug seating, and a hearth.
The sunshine-filled rooms have easy, trendy traces and decor in calm neutrals with touches of vibrant colour, and the deluxe rooms have non-public balconies with views over 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.
Situated 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 motels.
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 encircling sea and mountains.
The resort homeowners have scoured vintage outlets to discover a assortment of very fascinating items and have created their uncommon fashion by pairing vibrant flower wallpaper and classic prints with vibrant seats and low lighting.
Bedrooms observe this cool kind of retro Nordic fashion but in addition add a nod to the maritime historical past for good measure.
Different fabulous options are the balconies providing sea views, showers powered with geothermal sizzling water, a health room, and even the occasional reside leisure.
8. Oddsson Resort
In Iceland, every part is a little bit stunning and surprising, and the highly-rated spot is not any completely different – this can be 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 fashion.
Situated within the harbor only a 10-minute stroll from all of the craziness of downtown, is that this attractive, moderately priced price range boutique.
This place has an excellent history- the historic constructing has been refurbished from its authentic objective as a Forties warehouse. It’s recognized for its patronage of the humanities and music.
Bike excursions can be found for company to discover 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 Resort
As soon as named the ‘Main Boutique Resort within the World’ in a prestigious journey award, this can be a lovely, intimate and ultra-hip boutique. Situated 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 superb spa full with a sizzling tub and a steam room.
The cool decor on the 4-star, extremely rated 101 Resort is subtle and immaculate, and visitor rooms characteristic 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.
If you happen to can bear to tear your self away, there’s additionally a glossy and trendy bar and a restaurant to calm down and dine downstairs.
Additionally, count on loads of arty options, together with excessive ceilings, giant 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 fireplace – great!
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10. Exeter Resort by Keahotels
Staying on the Exeter Resort by Keahotels offers a contemporary resort expertise in a spot with plenty of historical past. The primary constructing is a home initially in-built 1904 for storage!
Now, it’s related to extra trendy buildings and has 106 resort rooms with a recent but industrial fashion.
It’s located simply 550 yards from Harpa’s live performance corridor, which is good for those who’re attending an occasion. However it’s additionally within the Previous Harbour space, which may be very lovely and has a number of wonderful 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 resort within the metropolis centre that may be a little completely different from the usual. It contains solely eight rooms on one ground. Nonetheless, 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 town via your telescope.
The ground-to-ceiling home windows show you how 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 Resort 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 glossy life-style resort that mixes impeccable fashion with consolation. You may stroll or journey 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 Resort 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 enormous 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 incredible morning breakfast and regional beers, spirits, and snacks all day and evening.
13. Kvosin Downtown Resort
The 4-star, exceptionally rated Kvosin Downtown Resort 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 fantastically providers the wants of the fashionable traveller.
Spacious studio to two-bedroom flats provides free WiFi, kitchenettes, Nespresso machines, sensible 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 group that can assist you benefit from your time in Iceland.
14. OK Resort
Don’t be delay by the title; the highly-rated OK Resort is far more than simply OK. The funky, eco-friendly Resort’s mini flats have kitchen services, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docking stations. Some flats 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 vibrant colours splashed throughout the inside, which supplies the Resort an eclectic and retro vibe.
Situated in a central location alongside Laugavegur, town’s essential avenue, different fab services embody a wide range of tasty Korean dishes served up on the Okay-bar (the place company can get pleasure from discounted costs), barbeque services, bike rent and a concierge who is just too completely happy that can assist you arrange journeys.
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15. Kex Hostel
While 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 in-built a former biscuit manufacturing unit, and like all biscuit barrel, you’ll discover a wide range of flavors, shapes, and tastes!
Sharing a constructing with artists’ studios, it has a really fashionable industrial really feel. The designers have fantastically mixed reclaimed classic decor with trendy touches to create a mode you’re unlikely to see wherever else.
Kex Hostel provides 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 just a few 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 need to discover a severely good cause to go away! Additionally, don’t miss their common music, comedy, karaoke, and open-mic occasions.
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