Thingholt by Center HotelsvsSand Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, CenterHotel Thingholt ranks significantly better than Sandhotel. CenterHotel Thingholt has a TripExpert Score of 83 with approval from 5 publications like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Jetsetter.
Thingholt by Center Hotels
Thingholtsstraeti 3, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $269/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"This owners of this property call it a boutique-hotel, and it fits the bill for that." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"With a great central location in Reykjavik’s '101' downtown area, this smart four-star is a solid choice of accommodation." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 52-room CenterHotel Thingholt is an upscale boutique property around the corner from the city's main shopping street and a short walk to cool cafes, restaurants, and bars." Full review
Jetsetter
"A 1940s printing factory-turned-design-forward hotspot near Reykjavik’s main shopping hub, Laugavegur." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
7.0
"The sleek, clean guest rooms display natural elements and modern designs, and in-room amenities...the hotel houses a full-service spa that offers various treatments and is equipped with two hot tubs." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Compact rooms feel cosy with atmospheric lighting, stylish dark-grey flooring and black-leather headboards and furniture. Some have sleek tubs in the bedrooms." Full review
Sand Hotel
Laugavegur 34, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $132/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Mr & Mrs Smith
"The team behind Reykjavik's Sandhotel pretty much perfected the cinnamon bun, so they whipped up the city’s cosiest stay." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Sandhotel is situated in the heart of Reykjavik's hip shopping street, Laugavegur, and is bordered by Iceland's oldest gentleman's tailor and a cult bakery." Full review
Independent
"The 67-room Art Deco-style Sand Hotel is built around three historic buildings on Laugavegur Street"
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"When the folks behind one of Iceland's best bakeries open a hotel, you know it's going to be great." Full review
Michelin Guide
"It’s a remarkably forward-looking affair, and is easily one of the most stylish hotels...there’s a bistro and bar on site, and a few of the city’s finest restaurants are right on this street." Full review