Reykjavik Residence HotelvsSand Hotel
Both hotels are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Reykjavik Residence Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Sandhotel. Reykjavik Residence Hotel is ranked #16 in Reykjavik with accolades from 3 publications such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Hverfisgata 45, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $130/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Plush city-centre living feels just right in these two converted historic mansions."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Reykjavik Residence Hotel provides relaxed apartment-style living near Reykjavik's downtown attractions." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"This alluring apartment hotel, which occupies two separate but nearby locations in downtown Reykjavik, is pitched as a home away from home." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Plush city-centre living feels just right in these two converted historic mansions." 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