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Loft - HI Hostel & BarvsSand Hotel

Loft HI Hostel and Sandhotel are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Loft HI Hostel ranks marginally higher than Sandhotel. Loft HI Hostel has a TripExpert Score of 77 with endorsements from 2 publications such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph.

Loft - HI Hostel & Bar
8/10
Bankastraeti 7, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $31/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundy Room
  • Family Friendly
  • Multilingual
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Perched high above the action on bustling Bankastræti, this modern hostel attracts a decidedly young crowd, including locals who come for its trendy bar and cafe terrace." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The Loft is one of Reykjavik’s leading hostels." Full review
Independent Independent
"The Double Deluxe Rooms are basic but cosy, with large windows overlooking Laugavegur, soft beds and small-but-functional tiled bathrooms. Guests also have access to the top-floor balcony cafe."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This lively, HI-affiliated hostel with a clean, minimalist vibe has become something of a hub of backpacker activity in Reykjavík. Most come for the four-, six-, and eight-bed dorm rooms." Full review
Sand Hotel
7/10
Laugavegur 34, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $132/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Mr & Mrs Smith 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 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 Independent
"The 67-room Art Deco-style Sand Hotel is built around three historic buildings on Laugavegur Street"
Lonely Planet 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 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

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