Sand Hotel by Keahotels

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

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Gym
Meeting facility
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Staircase
Gym

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Laugavegur 36, Reykjavik, IS-101
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Sand Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room (Small)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 840 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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
  • Iceland Phallological Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Harpa - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

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

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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 buffet 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 5.44 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: 11:00 AM
  • 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
Sand Hotel Keahotels
Sand Keahotels Reykjavik
Sand Keahotels
Sand Hotel by Keahotels Hotel
Sand Hotel by Keahotels Reykjavik
Sand Hotel by Keahotels Hotel Reykjavik

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Hotel by Keahotels on Jan 4, 2026 start from $222.28, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 Iceland Phallological Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, there isn't parking at this 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

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

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels have a hot tub?

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 buffet 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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sand Hotel by Keahotels.

Sand Hotel by Keahotels Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 780 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Richard

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, the staff is very helpful and friendly...a big shout out to Liam at the front desk. He was excellent. Nice breakfast... healthy with a good variety of options. Parking is not easy but there is a place behind where you can unload your luggage. Then the tricky part is finding parking around. Download the Parka app... very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, great continental breakfast, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hayes

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Very friendly and competent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the room and the hotel. Excellent location for our stay. The only thing i would add is for better lighting around the dressing area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

joann

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

Great location!

This was our second stay at this property. The location is perfect! Situated right on the main walking street- step out of the hotel and you are right there!! Can be noisy at night if your room faces the street. Rooms are on the smaller side, but very comfortable and clean, only slight signs of wear and tear, but nothing that would keep me from staying there again. Staff is friendly. Breakfast buffet is good, limited options, but just enough. The seating is a bit tight, and my only complaint is the staff starts to take food away before the buffet ends- so you do feel a bit rushed to eat, they do not mess around to get you out, so keep this in mind if you are the type that shows up late to breakfast! There is a great bakery/cafe right next to the hotel "Sandholt", so this is also an option, and I do highly recommend this place. Parking is a challenge if you have a rental car. There is a parking garage about a 5 minute walk from the hotel. It is not super convenient, and not cheap, but it serves its purpose. The hotel allowed us to park our car behind the hotel for a few minutes the day we checked out so we did not have to drag our bags to the parking garage, so this was very nice! If it is your first time in Reykjavik and you will have a rental car, I highly recommend you familiarize yourself with the city parking situation- there are a few apps you can download, we used "Parka". Overall, I highly recommend Sand Hotel- I will for sure stay there again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. The public areas and rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful. The staff was helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Staff was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everywhere. Hotel breakfast was great. I will come back again to sand hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a king suite and it was an excellent room. Breakfast was complimentary and was very good. The location was great and within walking distance of plenty of restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Staff was great and breakfast option diverse. Would use again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated and breakfast buffet was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian Roderick, Gurnee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I dont like that it has no parking area. Breakfast was really good. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atsushi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Staff are extremely helpful. Will cone back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

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

Nice place

Lovely, will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel as it was very convenient to walk around downtown as well as walk to car parking. The breakfast included with the room was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIGAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location at the expense of parking, but it’s not too far.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

Highly recommend the location

We really enjoyed our stay here The location was perfect although we didn’t understand straight away it’s a street without car access but once we figured that out it was awesome Very helpful staff and a great driver to take us to the airport too Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maneesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was top notch!! The location is central to a plethora of shops, restuarants and bars. The breakfast choices were of a very high quality and served until 10am, which is great if you want a leisurely start to the morning. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

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

Horrible

Worst hotel in Iceland, I would never recommend this place. It’s gross and super unfriendly! Stay away!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025