Hotel KriunesvsSand Hotel
Both Kriunes Hotel and Sandhotel are rated highly by professionals. On balance, Kriunes Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sandhotel. Kriunes Hotel scores 77 with approval from 2 reviews such as Frommer's, Oyster.
Hotel Kriunes
Vatnsenda, Reykjavik 203, Iceland
From $203/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Conferences
Frommer's
"If you want to stay in an idyllic country setting, this lakeshore retreat is a great option." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Emphasising personal service and a relaxed home-from-home atmosphere. As well as lots of activities and cosy rooms, there’s also a spa on site." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Hotel Kriunes is a family-owned guest house on the shores of Lake Ellidavatn, about a 20-minute drive from central Reykjavik." Full review
Frommer's
"Leading to a mish-mash of styles, though it’s still family-run and as quaint as ever. The parquet-floored rooms follow a classic theme...the property is also a good place to see the Northern Lights." Full review
Frommer's
"Mish-mash of styles, though it’s still family-run and as quaint as ever. The parquet-floored rooms follow a classic theme...the property is also a good place to see the Northern Lights." 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