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Hotel Borg by KeahotelsvsCenter Hotels Arnarhvoll
Both Hotel Borg by Keahotels and Centerhotel Arnarhvoll are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Hotel Borg by Keahotels scores significantly better than Centerhotel Arnarhvoll. Hotel Borg by Keahotels comes in at #1 in Reykjavik with recommendations from 9 publications like Jetsetter, Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Borg by Keahotels
Fodor's
Jetsetter
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Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
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Posthusstraeti 11, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "In contrast to the ultra-modern glass and chrome architecture around Reykjavík, the Borg—the city's oldest hotel—is pure 1930's art deco." Full review
Jetsetter "A slice of 1930s Art Deco glamour and old-school elegance in downtown Reykjavik." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Steps from the National Cathedral and City Hall, this 1930's Art Deco hotel was restored to its original splendor in 2006." Full review
Star Service "Situated on historic Asuturvollur Square, next door to Reykjavik's cathedral and the national Parliament building, this much-beloved hotel is a few minutes' walk from the major shopping." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Although Reykjavik is currently in the middle of a hotel boom, the Hotel Borg was the city’s first luxury hotel—and it’s still the most beloved." Full review
Afar Magazine "Hotel Borg, commissioned and built by Icelandic wrestler Johannes Josefsson in the 1920s, was Iceland’s first high-end hotel." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Merges high-end Art Deco elegance with modern flair and a range of amenities that span a dedicated spa, restaurant and bar." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Hotel Borg is an upscale Reykjavik property built in 1930, and it's since been restored to its original splendor with elegant Art Deco details." Full review
Frommer's "The hotel’s castlelike features and prominent location overlooking Austurvöllur Square make it one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks." Full review
Independent "Located in the heart of downtown, the 99-room Art Deco Hotel Borg has set the standard for Reykjavik luxury hotels since it opened in 1930"
Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
Insight Guides Travel + Leisure Star Service The Telegraph Oyster
Lonely Planet
Ingolfsstraeti 1, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $126/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides "One of the city’s newest hotels, Arnarhvoll is cool, clean, and has stunning views across the bay. Five minutes’ walk from the bar-and-restaurant action on Laugavegur."
Travel + Leisure "The new hotel in downtown’s 101 district features modern rooms (slate palette accented with red and chestnut brown) come with views of Mount Esja." Full review
Star Service "Similar to its sibling properties in town, this harbor-front hotel in the heart of town offers the basics at an exceptional price." Full review
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One of the most unique services here is that the staff will provide a wakeup call, upon request, if the Northern Lights come into view.
The Telegraph8.0
"Stylish and comfortable guest rooms, a whirlpool tub and sauna, and a classy restaurant and bar are some of the draws at this centrally-located three star hotel." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The 104-room Centerhotel Arnarhvoll is a stylish, modern, mid-range hotel just a three-minute walk from Reykjavik's main shopping street and in walking distance of most of the city's sights." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A sleek hotel on the waterfront, Arnarhvoll offers unimpeded views of the bay and Mt Esja in the distance." Full review
