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Hotel Overview

Laugavegur 16, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

Center Hotels Skjaldbreid - City-center hotel with wellness access near Hallgrimskirkja

Located in downtown Reykjavik, a 5-minute walk from Laugavegur shopping street and Hallgrimskirkja. The hotel features an on-site restaurant, Jörgensen Kitchen & Bar, serving Nordic cuisine with international flavors and hosting live music performances. Guests have access to Miðgarður spa or Ísafold spa, which includes bathrobes, slippers, and a glass of sparkling wine or soda. The property offers an intimate meeting room with free Wi-Fi, projectors, and stationary. Nearby landmarks include The Settlement Exhibition (0.5 km), Harpa Concert Hall (0.5 km), and Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden (0.5 km).

Additional perks of the hotel

Weekend brunch with a glass of mimosa included in select offers

Live music on Thursday nights in the restaurant garden

Proximity to vintage fashion store 'Gyllti kötturinn' and contemporary art exhibitions

Rooftop SKÝ Bar with city views

Rooms

Rooms include wooden furnishings, satellite TV, a minibar, and tea/coffee making facilities. The private bathroom has a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms feature a quiet street view, while others offer more space with a table and chairs. Select rooms include a bathtub in addition to the shower. No extra beds are available.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities and heating

Electric kettle and AM/FM alarm clock

Carpeted floor and free toiletries

Mini-bar in all rooms

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2 persons

24 m²

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1 King-size bed

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2 persons

14 m²

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1 Single bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

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2 persons

16 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Reykjavik600 m

Airports

Reykjavik (RKV) 2.9 km

Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF) 50.5 km

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Packed lunches

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

Laugavegur 16, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

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Laugavegur 16, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

City landmarks

Museum

The Settlement Exhibition

690 m

Museum

National Museum of Iceland

1.3 km

Event hall

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

760 m

Museum

Icelandic Phallological Museum

800 m

Art object

The Sun Voyager

700 m

Market

Kolaportith

620 m

Public Building

Rathhus

950 m

Museum

Saga Museum

1.4 km

Landmark

Lake Tjornin

630 m

Landmark

Volcano House

840 m

Museum

Reykjavik Museum of Photography

740 m

Landmark

Solfar Sculpture

2.1 km

Museum

The Reykjavik Maritime Museum of Vikin

1.5 km

Landmark

Nordic House

1.4 km

Museum

Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center

1.4 km

Museum

Whales of Iceland

1.7 km

Landmark

Perlan

2.5 km

Landmark

Tales from Iceland

820 m

Museum

Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus

690 m

Landmark

Sundhollin Public Baths

800 m

Public Building

The Parliament House

610 m

Park

Parc Hljomskalagardur

980 m

Nearby

Church

Hallgrimskirkja

510 m

Museum

Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum

520 m

Mall

Laugavegur

210 m

Marina

Old Harbour

390 m

Museum

The Icelandic Punk Museum

270 m

Park

Austurvollur Square

550 m

Museum

National Museum

580 m

Public Building

The Culture House

160 m

Restaurants

Joe & The Juice

70 m

10 Laugavegur

Block Burger

150 m

Skolavordustigur 8 Back house

101 Reykjavik Street Food

180 m

Ingolfsstraeti 2

Pho Vietnamese Restaurant

100 m

Laugavegi 3

The Deli

120 m

Bankastraeti 14

Cafe Babalu

260 m

Skolavoerdustigur 22a 101 Reykjavik

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

98%

loved it & would return

Friendly staff

Great location

Limited dining options

Payment verification delay

9.8/10

Perfect

Rooms

7.8

Location

8.5

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Jerome

United States, May 2024

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were so friendly and helpful, making my experience very pleasant. The location is fantastic with great local amenities nearby, though the dining options could use some improvement. The service was exceptional, and overall, it was a memorable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were well-kept and spacious, with the staff ensuring they were tidy and organized without cluttering the floor.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with the staff going above and beyond to accommodate our needs, despite a minor issue with the booking payment verification.

Location

8.0

The location is one of the hotel's main advantages, being near various attractions and having easy access to transport options.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, although there were some minor hiccups like running out of certain items.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities offered were convenient and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of the stay.

Friendly staff

Limited dining options

Ron

United States, April 2024

8.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but they were on the small side given the higher price we paid. The service was fantastic, with daily towel changes and helpful staff members like Pablo. The central location was a major plus, making it easy to explore the city. However, the dining options were limited, and the breakfast was basic. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were adequately sized, but the bathroom was a little small.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially from Pablo and the young lady. Daily room upkeep was a nice touch.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was very central, making it convenient for exploring the city and accessing transportation.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was basic but satisfactory, offering a decent selection with unlimited coffee and tea.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered essential facilities such as laundry services and tours/ticket assistance.

Central location

Small rooms

Mark

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.8/10

The hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the city on foot, offering clean and cozy rooms. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. However, noise from street parties on weekends can be bothersome. The breakfast is included and offers a basic variety.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are on the small side but clean and faced the street, which was a bit noisy.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and efficient, even providing a customized map with breakfast recommendations.

Location

8.0

The location is fantastic, right in the heart of the main street with easy access to shops, the sea, museums, and galleries.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast included in the price was basic continental style but satisfying.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers dry cleaning, laundry services, and tours/ticket assistance.

great location

noisy street parties

Stephen

United States, December 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offered a comfortable and clean stay. The staff was super friendly and helpful throughout my visit. The location was perfect for exploring the main attractions, although it was noisy at times due to nearby nightlife spots. The dining experience was decent, and the facilities met my needs.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable and clean, offering a basic setup with necessary amenities.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to assist us with early check-in, providing local tips, and storing our bags. They were super helpful and friendly.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, right on the main street with easy access to cafes, restaurants, and shops.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were decent and enjoyable. The continental breakfast was satisfactory.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provided essential facilities that met my needs during the stay.

John

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is conveniently situated halfway between uptown and downtown Reykjavik on the main shopping street, close to numerous bars and restaurants. The rooms were comfortable and clean, equipped with tea and coffee facilities, despite some noise from clubbers on Friday night. The service was top-notch with friendly and helpful staff available 24/7. The location offers easy access to the city center and is a short walk from various shops and restaurants, making it a perfect base for exploring Reykjavik.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and clean with tea facilities & coffee facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff were super friendly and helpful at all times, despite a minor hiccup with the payment confirmation.

Location

9.0

The hotel is ideally located on the main street, closed to cars during the day, making it very convenient for exploring Reykjavik. It is also very close to the coach pick-up point.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was reasonable with a good selection available.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers basic facilities but is well-situated for exploring the city.

George

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.8/10

The hotel's rooms were clean and very warm, which was great considering the snowy weather. The rooms, although compact, had everything we needed. However, the space outside the rooms was very small, with limited room for furniture and a tiny shower unit. The location was fantastic for exploring, being halfway between uptown and downtown Reykjavik on the main shopping street with plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and very warm, perfect for the snowy weather. They were compact but had all the essentials.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with very friendly and efficient staff who were super helpful with any requests.

Location

9.0

The location was awesome, right on the main shopping street in central Reykjavik, making it easy to access all the city has to offer.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, but could have offered more variety like scrambled eggs and sausages. The breakfast was not the best we had in Iceland.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered basic facilities but would benefit from more options for dining and relaxation.