Best Luxury Hotels in Laugavegur

This is a new boutique hotel right in the middle of Reykjavik. Its strategic location offers the guests the pleasure of enjoying the lively Reykjavik cultural life. You will find numerous Icelandic natural marvels nearby when you choose to stay at the Sandhotel. They have decorated their rooms with a combination of art designs that explain the history of the surroundings and contemporary artwork that sets each room apart. The rooms are designed with only the guests’ comfort in mind. You will have some of the best moments when you spend a night or two there.

Another city-break favourite is Alda Hotel, on Reykjavik’s main shopping street. Although centrally located, the emphasis here is on tranquillity and calm, creating an oasis-like experience – the outdoor hot tub is perfect for winding down after some hectic sightseeing. 88 swanky guest rooms with L’Occitane toiletries all vary in shape and size, furnished in vibrant colour schemes, eye-catching artworks and designer furnishings. Alda is perfect if you like a stylish, laid back vibe, or are travelling with kids. Meals can be enjoyed at the casual Brass Kitchen & Bar, or you can explore the array of options in the vicinity.

The upscale Hilton chain has you covered on a trip to the heart of the capital at the Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik. The building was once a furniture factory, music and arts venue, repurposed across six interconnected areas forming this eclectic approach to hospitality. Guests are invited to peruse Canopy’s vinyl collection and take a portable record player back to one of their 112 rooms – a selection of which are fully accessible. Pet-friendly and 100% smoke-free, this isn’t the place to stay if you’re a smoker, but a literal breath of fresh air if you’re not.  It’s also home to several dining options, including Geiri Smart, an exclusive restaurant, where chefs prepare food based on the farmers and fishers’ offers of the day.

Looking out onto the pretty, colourful rooftops of the capital and mountains beyond, ION City Hotel is well-located to explore Reykjavik’s nightlife. One of two ION hotels, rooms feature saunas, recycled wood panelling, organic linens, Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speakers, mid-century furniture and Scandi style by design studio Minarc. Sumac, the hotel’s restaurant is the hip place to be. One of Iceland’s top chefs Hafsteinn Ólafsson, is at the helm, serving North African dishes in surroundings inspired by the Beirut of the past. Relax in the bar after your meal, with an unusual drinks list including Lebanese wine.