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Hotel Borg by KeahotelsvsRadisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Hotel Borg by Keahotels and Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Hotel Borg by Keahotels is the choice of most reviewers compared to Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik. Hotel Borg by Keahotels is ranked #1 in Reykjavik with accolades from 9 sources such as Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.
Hotel Borg by Keahotels
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Oyster
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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"
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik Fodor's Star Service The Telegraph Oyster Jetsetter Independent Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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
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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 Telegraph9.0
"The Radisson Blu 1919 hotel is housed in a charming and historic building in downtown Reykjavik." Full review
OysterUpscale
"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
