Aparthotel

Reykjavik Residence Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly aparthotel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living area | 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Superior Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker
Front of property
Reception
Suite | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Vatnsstígur 2, Reykjavik, Capital Region, 101
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬
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Room options

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Economy Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds OR 6 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Royal Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Studio

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Economy Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Two-Bedroom Two-Bathroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Reykjavik

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, Reykjavik Residence Hotel is adjacent to Laugavegur and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Harpa. This 4-star aparthotel has 93 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

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–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kaffibrennslan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loo.koo.mas - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Reykjavik Residence Hotel

Family-friendly aparthotel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Reykjavik Residence Hotel enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ISK 23000 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly aparthotel include a computer station, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
Each apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels. Pillowtop beds sport down comforters and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include an espresso maker, free local calls, and a safe.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (ISK 2,500 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free crib

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Work spaces

  • Computer station

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Mobile key entry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • 93 units
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1914
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofing
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 23000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: ISK 2500 per day (164 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Residence Reykjavik
Hotel Reykjavik Residence
Residence Hotel Reykjavik
Residence Reykjavik
Reykjavik Residence
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Reykjavik Residence Reykjavik
Reykjavik Residence Hotel Reykjavik
Reykjavik Residence Hotel Aparthotel
Reykjavik Residence Hotel Aparthotel Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Reykjavik Residence Hotel?

Reykjavik Residence Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Reykjavik Residence Hotel?

This aparthotel is situated in Downtown Reykjavik within a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Harpa. You'll also find Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this aparthotel?

No, this aparthotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Reykjavik Residence Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Reykjavik Residence Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Reykjavik Residence Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this aparthotel.

Is Reykjavik Residence Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this aparthotel include a pillowtop mattress, a kitchenette, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Reykjavik Residence Hotel?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Reykjavik Residence Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Reykjavik Residence Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Reykjavik Residence Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Reykjavik Residence Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at this aparthotel?

No, this aparthotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Reykjavik Residence Hotel?

The closest major airport to Reykjavik Residence Hotel is Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), which is 1.8 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF), which is around 23.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Reykjavik Residence Hotel?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Reykjavik Residence Hotel.

Reviews

Reykjavik Residence Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2542 out of 3114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 463 out of 3114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 3114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 3114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 3114 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Expensive, nice, but not worth the price.

This hotel has room in several buildings, spread out around several blocks. They advertised a bar in the hotel. They did not explain on the web site description that that the bar was several blocks away from the reception desk and it was well hidden. It woudl be good to have a map of the layout of the buildings, rooms available in each building, which building has a "functioning" hot tub and which building is closest to the bar. When we checked in they were very nice and said our room was not ready but could drop off our bags and they call us when it was ready. That was very handy. Too bad they did not explain that the hot tub was not working or that that the bar was several blocks away or that we get a 15% discount. We had a very nice apartment with a full small kitchen. The street in front of the building where the reception desk is located is still on a torn up street (as of August 2025), making the walk to the reception desk pretty difficult. When we requested more TP, extra towel, and an extra pillow they were delivered promptly. Even though we chose to re-use our towels, they still changed them and kept the extra towel. This was a very nice place and located in a fun district, but it as very expensive and a bit convoluted to find some of the the amenities. Too bad the roof top hot tub was not working. In retrospect, we should have asked for a discount. Thanks to the reviews on Hotels.com we knew we were in for a bit of walk to the reception desk and to park in Zone 3.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet and very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very well run, welcoming hotel. The front desk staff were extremely friendly and efficient. The room was clean with comfortable beds. A kettle, coffee machine, toaster and microwave were provided. The breakfast basket contained a good mixture of fresh fruit, ham, cheese, yoghurts, milk and fruit juice. Fresh bread from the local bakery was delivered daily. The apartments are just off the main shopping street and there is a Bonus supermarket up the road. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ke

Cons: I'm surprised that we got a room located in the basement of the building and the room is next to the street. There's a strong smell of mold in the room. Unfortunately, the hotel is fully booked so we can't change room and they offered a 10% discount. Pros: the room is very practical with a kitchen and everything you need to cook for a small meal on a trip. The bed mattress is comfortable. I also like the breakfast sourdough, which is freshly baked from the popular bakery in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good enough

This hotel is clean and the rooms are very big but I didn’t like that the buildings are separated from the lobby and there are no amenities. It was very quiet though and close to many sites and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun Hung

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is historic, well maintained, and the staff are so great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Winters

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, great facilities, excellent food basket each day. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful rooms, great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nosheen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this hotel. Staff was really responsive and catered to all our needs. Family suite was spacious, clean and had all required amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, large room. Very friendly, helpful staff. Hotel is in a perfect location in the middle of the city within a 15/20 minute walk of many highlights, restaurants and the harbor. The breakfast basket and daily sourdough bread were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda, Toledo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has several buildings spread over a large area that makes it hard to know in advance how far things will be. An example is if you book pick up for tours or Flybus. There are three pick up locations close depending on where your room is. My review of the hotel would have been excellent except our room was in the Tannery right over the courtyard/entrance to the wine bar. It was noisy and it is the smoking area for the bar. You have to close the windows to keep the smoke out and it is then warm and stuffy. One night there was a large party in the courtyard and it was impossible to keep the smoke out even with everything closed. I would recommend requesting a room away from the wine bar when making a reservation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely hotel in heart of downtown!

Such a lovely little hotel right in the heart of downtown! We stayed in a suite which was extremely spacious, beautifully decorated and stocked with cereal/milk/juice/coffee for breakfast. We were only booked for 1 night but wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

FLORA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The people in charge were nice but the bathroom drains smelled horrible. The blackout curtains only worked in the rooms so whoever stays in the living room on the sofabed has no blackout option so it was hard to sleep. We ran out of toilet paper and it was not refilled so we had to go get our own. The other properties from The Residence Reykjavik looked much nicer than the one we got. Wished they would let you know which “house” you will end up in because I would not have picked that one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 4 days with family. Enjoyed our stay. Hotel room was clean and spacious. Lot of room to sleep and move around. Located in downtown area, close to key attractions, shopping, food etc., and the bus stop was literally at the entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Chandler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting Iceland!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa,

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I recently stayed at the Reykjavik Residence Hotel for 8 nights in a 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment. The unit was very nice, clean and comfortable with a small kitchen/dining area. Although the apartment was about a 5 minute walk from the reception building, this did not cause any problems for us, as the staff was just a phone call away. All the staff was very nice and helpful. They called a taxi for us a couple of times and the taxi arrived within 5 minutes. Since our room was facing the street, there was some noise at night when trucks or loud cars would drive by. But overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The city is very walkable from the hotel with many restaurants, sights and grocery stores close by. We would highly recommend Reykjavik Residence Hotel and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful recently remodeled room with kitchenette. Outstanding location downtown. Absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FEDERICO, Miami

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located. Very nice rooms full of premium amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel in amazing location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025