Exeter Hotel Reykjavík

Exeter Hotel is a harbour-front hotel on Tryggvagata, in the 101 postcode at the centre of Reykjavík. The Old Harbour sits at its edge, and the shops and restaurants of the city centre are a short walk beyond. Rooms range from Economy doubles to Harbour Suites, each with a private bathroom, rainfall shower, ironing facilities, a mini-fridge, and a workspace. Ground-floor Economy rooms face the street, fitted with blackout drapes and garment stands in place of closets. Reception runs around the clock, and daily housekeeping is standard, though guests can opt out as part of the hotel's green programme. A traditional Icelandic sauna is included for every stay. Downstairs, a bakery serves coffee and pastries in the lobby, and a restaurant and bar handle the rest of the day. You can hear the harbour traffic from the upper floors, where corner rooms take in views over the rooftops toward the water. Luggage lockers are free before check-in and after check-out, useful given many guests arrive early off overnight flights. It is a compact stay, built for a city that rewards walking. Meeting space is available for private groups, and the hotel arranges local tours and restaurant bookings through its front desk.