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Sand Hotel by Keahotels

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Lounge
Front of property
Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Reception
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Laugavegur 36, Reykjavik, IS-101
  • Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Harpa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room (Small) | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Single Room (Small)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Double Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

King Suite

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Family Quadruple Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Interior

Sand Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Downtown Reykjavik
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 461 reviews
The price is $934
$835 nightly
$934 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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About the neighborhood

Reykjavik

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, Sand Hotel by Keahotels is adjacent to Laugavegur and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Hallgrimskirkja. This 67-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harpa - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lebowski Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavík Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪krua Thai Express - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
A 24-hour gym and free WiFi in public areas are features at Sand Hotel by Keahotels. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Espresso makers, safes, and phones are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Icelandic, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (EUR 25 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Sand Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 75 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.55 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day (82 ft away; open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 75 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Sand Hotel Keahotels Reykjavik
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Sand Keahotels
Sand Hotel by Keahotels Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

Sand Hotel by Keahotels provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Reykjavik, just steps from Laugavegur, and within a 10-minute walk of Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa. You'll also find Reykjavik Harbour and National Theatre of Iceland less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels feature a casino at the property?

No, Sand Hotel by Keahotels doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Sand Hotel by Keahotels a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include Champagne service, a down comforter, and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sand Hotel by Keahotels serves free continental breakfast at Sand Bar each morning.

Will Sand Hotel by Keahotels allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sand Hotel by Keahotels.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

The closest major airport to Sand Hotel by Keahotels is Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), which is 1.7 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF), which is around 23.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Sand Hotel by Keahotels.

Sand Hotel by Keahotels Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 798 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecile

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and location were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Evangeline

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Body wash bottle almost empty on my first day. Reported and requested to the front desk to have it refilled, not done until after my 2nd request, 3 days after.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Youssef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but parking was a little tricky.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location right in the heart of downtown. Walking distance to all city amenities. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, wonderful, attentive staff, clean spaces!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in downtown Reykjavik. Staff was friendly and communicative.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great centrally located hotel

A lovely hotel, centrally located on Laugevegur. Although we’d emailed ahead to pay for early check in, our room wasn’t ready when we arrived but we were able to leave our luggage in the luggage room and explore the city. Laugevegur is a pedestrian street in the part where the hotel is so it isn’t possible to be picked up or dropped off directly outside. The bus stop for Flybus (and tour pick ups) is number 14 at the bottom of a reasonably steep hill - getting the suitcases up was a challenge but it was easy to get them back down! The hotel was welcoming and very clean. Our room was spacious and had everything we needed. The free buffet breakfast was delicious and we appreciated the croissants, fruit and coffee left out for guests departing before the breakfast service at 7am. The hotel location is great for seeing the sights of Reykjavík and there are some lovely places to eat nearby. All in all, a great value hotel which was comfortable and conveniently located - just wish I’d known about the climb up the hill in advance!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for a base in Reykjavik

A couple of salient points to add to my review from last week: the room was warm but not as oppressively so. The bed was soft but not as ridiculously so. Overall the stay was therefore more comfortable. I discovered that the hotel can be accessed from both front and back by an alley which runs beneath a glass fronted staircase linking two parts of the hotel. From Grettisgata, where you can park on street, you are looking for an area of disabled parking set back from the street with steps down to the alley, which is covered by a glass fronted strip of building. Parking on street here is limited to 3 hour sections and is not charged 9pm-9am (10am at weekends). This time I was offered coffee or hot water for tea at breakfast. This filter coffee was part of the free breakfast, but cappuccino etc. was chargeable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 24 Dec for 3 nights. So comfortable and convenient for all the city sights, restaurants, bars and shopping. Quiet despite how busy it was. Gorgeous Molton Brown gift on arrival which was so thoughtful. I’d love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Elizabeth Soyka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located, delicious breakfast with so much variety, so kind and accommodating staff, arranged for airport transfers and suggested and booked the best tours! Our best trip yet and all because of Aiste’s patience and assistance to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff. Good standards
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice spot from which to explore Reykjavik

Check-in quick and pleasant. Communal areas have quite a chic, boutique, feel. Room decor didn't quite match up style- wise, though everything was clean and seemed quite new. For me the room was over heated and the bed was waaaay too soft, but I realise this would leave others in heaven. All four coffee pods (well done on having totally compostable ones) were full caffeine, which is this reviewer's heaven but will not please everyone. Breakfast was well organised so while the buffet area is small there was a decent choice available without much queuing. Very good selection of breads, including, i think, a gluten free option. Some pastries. Yoghurt. Cheeses and cold cuts. Sliced tomato, cucumber, melon. Hard boiled eggs, juices. Basically as you would expect, or hope. I wasn't offered any coffee though, or asked if i would like one, which is especially odd as the (Costa branded) drinks menu on the table implied that this would be chargeable. That may not be the case, as the breakfast area doubles as a cafe during the day, but either way not to be asked felt strange. Overall, the hotel offers good value and a convenient location. I'm booked to return next weekend and don't feel that is a bad choice. I'll review that stay if I'm left with anything different to say.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIHO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and clean. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very central and within easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. The staff are very friendly and ensured we enjoyed our stay. The rooms are spacious with good beds and linen. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel for short stay

This is a nice hotel in a great part of Reykjavik. The breakfast was excellent and I liked that they give you the option of whether you want housekeeping or not beforehand. The bed was way too soft and there was no noise protection at all. Every person walking by on the street outside was easily audible through the window :( but the room was clean and the staff were pleasant. It's a bit of a walk in the wintertime from the nearest bus stop but if you have a car it would be easy to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for exploring the area and close to tour pickup bus stops. Breakfast buffet was top! Would book here again anytime!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025