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Hotel Holt - The Art HotelvsCenter Hotels Plaza
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Hotel Holt ranks significantly better than CenterHotel Plaza. Hotel Holt has a TripExpert Score of 89 with praise from 5 publications like Fodor's, Star Service and The Telegraph.
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
Fodor's
Star Service
The Telegraph
Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
The Guardian
Bergstadastraeti 37, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $206/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "This quietly elegant member of the prestigious World Hotels group has impeccable service, an excellent restaurant (Gallery), and free Wi–Fi throughout the hotel." Full review
Star Service "This is a respected, classic hotel with a grand reputation, resting on a hilltop in a residential area in the old part of the city." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This upscale 4-star hotel enjoys a good location on a quiet street in downtown Reykjavik, a decent spread of facilities and one of the country’s largest privately-owned art collections." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Sits on a quiet street in central Reykjavik -- it’s a great location for exploring the city, as attractions like the Hallgrimskirkja Church and the
Harpa Concert Hall are within a 10-minute walk." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"A staple in downtown Reykjavik, Iceland for more than 50 years, the Hotel Holt cherishes and celebrates Icelandic culture in an unparalleled manner." Full review
Frommer's "The work of some of the country’s best-known artists, including Jóhannes S. Kjarval, adorn the rooms, lounges, library...rooms are rather classic, with leather chairs and dark wood furnishings." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Original paintings, drawings and sculptures adorn the rooms here (Holt houses the largest private art collection in Iceland), set off by warm-toned decor and rose-coloured carpets." Full review
The Guardian "It’s expensive, but it’s been around since the 1960s and filled with beautiful artwork by big names such as Jóhannes Sveinsson Kjarval"
Center Hotels Plaza Lonely Planet Star Service The Telegraph Oyster Lonely Planet
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $132/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "Business-oriented rooms with polished wooden floors, and great views from the higher levels." Full review
Star Service "Just a hop from Reykjavik's main shopping streets and famously exciting nightlife quarter, Hotel Plaza presents a stark modern exterior to a busy city square." Full review
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The staff is not the best when it comes to handling special requests, but they are happy to awaken guests when the Northern Lights are in view (a signature service of Center Hotels).
The Telegraph8.0
"With a plum location right on the city’s main central square, this breezy, functional three-star is a solid choice of hotel, offering good service, a decent bar, and comfortable, modern rooms." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The 200-room mid-range CenterHotel Plaza is situated directly on the town square in the heart of Reykjavik in walking distance to restaurants, bars, and sights." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of the blander members of the CenterHótel chain, with business-oriented rooms but great views from the higher levels. It's in an enviably central spot." Full review
