Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, ReykjavikvsAlda Hotel Reykjavik
Both Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik and Alda Hotel Reykjavik are recommended by experts. Overall, Alda Hotel Reykjavik scores slightly better than Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik. Alda Hotel Reykjavik has a TripExpert Score of 87 with recommendations from 6 publications such as The Telegraph, Star Service and Oyster.
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Posthusstraeti 2, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Downtown in one of Reykjavík's oldest and most famous buildings, this hotel opened its doors in the summer of 2005." Full review
Star Service
"The Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel derives its name from the date of its construction." Full review
i
A same-day laundry service operates, and ironing equipment is available in all the rooms (except standard rooms, where it can be delivered on request).
The Telegraph
9.0
"The Radisson Blu 1919 hotel is housed in a charming and historic building in downtown Reykjavik." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik is situated in a historic downtown building near the harbor, restaurants, and shopping." Full review
Jetsetter
"Scandinavian-sleek in a historic former shipping company building ideally located in vibrant downtown Reykjavik." Full review
Independent
"The 88-room Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel is set in a century-old building in the heart of downtown, within easy walking distance to visitor attractions such as the Harpa concert hall and Reykjavik Art Museum, as well as the city hall, parliament and the prime minister’s office"
Frommer's
"A favorite among business travelers, the hotel adds to its historic base with a modern Scandinavian design...rooms are more subdued but are big and airy, with hardwood floors and dark fabrics" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Although part of a large chain, a strong sense of style lingers here, thanks in part to the hotel's 1919 facade." Full review
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik IS-101, Iceland
From $290/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
Fodor's
"There isn't a shred of staleness in this lovely downtown hotel in the trendy Lighthouse Village area of downtown Reykjavík." Full review
Star Service
"The Alda Hotel, part of a Scandanvian chain, has a style of its own." Full review
i
The breakfast room is livened by an old turntable-style phonograph and a pile of old records—Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Mamas and the Papas—inviting the guests to choose a record to play.
The Telegraph
8.0
"Embodies the kind of sophisticated cool Icelanders achieve so effortlessly, and minutes away from pretty much the entirety of the small capital." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Opened in 2014, Alda Hotel is a refreshing departure from Reykjavik's many chain hotels and Airbnb accomodations." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 64-room Alda Hotel Reykjavik is an upper-middle-range hotel on the eastern side of the popular Laugavegur shopping street." Full review
i
Additional features include a fitness center and in-room massages upon request.
U.S. News & World Report
6.0
"Alda Hotel Reykjavik serves as an arctic oasis committed to putting guests first: From the helpful staff to the delicious dining options to the in-house barbershop, this property has..." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A wealth of boutique touches lift sleek Alda well above the crowd – knitted lamp covers, a sauna and hot tub, and the free cell phones given to guests (all local calls and data are free)." Full review