Located in Reykjavik, Old Town Reykjavik is in the city center. Reykjavik Pond and Seltjarnarnes Peninsula Jogging Path reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching and Þjóðmenningarhúsið. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Laugardalsvollur or Laugardalsholl. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Reykjavik travel guide
2 Kirkjustrati, Reykjavik, 101
What's nearby
Parliament House
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Reykjavik City Hall
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Laugavegur
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Reykjavik Harbour
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Harpa
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
6 min drive
Restaurants
The Laundromat Cafe
3 min walk
Fjallkonan
2 min walk
American Bar
2 min walk
Skúli Craft Bar
1 min walk
Hja Joni
2 min walk
About this property
Old Town Reykjavik
Hotel near Reykjavik Harbour
Close to Harpa and Hallgrimskirkja, Old Town Reykjavik has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews speak highly of the central location
Room features
All 52 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Old Town Reykjavik pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Old Town Reykjavik?
As of 2026/9/22, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Town Reykjavik on 2026/10/14 start from NT$3,225, 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.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Old Town Reykjavik?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Old Town Reykjavik?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Old Town Reykjavik located?
Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Austurvöllur and Laugavegur. Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Old Town Reykjavik Reviews
7.4
Good
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I loved my stay here! The location in the heart of the Old Town is amazing, and you can easily walk to all the beautiful sights. The rooms were spotless and the atmosphere was so warm and cozy.
There is no staff, but the key codes work well, and the coffee is sometimes working. And the place is well located close to the center of fun in the capital city. And close to bus stop number one, which was super convenient for tours.Highly recommend this place.My room was cozy and comfortable, and the wash room was close by!
It was a great location. Very central. 15-20 minute walk to bus station and right downtown. It was really helpful to have the luggage storage room - for no extra charge. Rooms were clean and the beds comfy.
I was here a total of 5 nights both before and after a tour. Twice there was no t.p. In bathrooms, once the coffee machine wasn’t working, a couple of days the tea wasn’t replenished and there was never milk for the coffee.
However that is minor and I would stay here again.
Room was small but functional and clean. Only staff we really saw was the cleaning staff, but knew this going in with self check in. Coffee and specialty teas available in the common area. 4 floors and no elevator, but this is common in Europe. Bag storage on main floor was a life saver, not having to bring our large bags up to the fourth floor. This hotel is in a very good location for the downtown amenities! I recommend for a budget stay in Reykjavik.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jie
2026/6/29
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room is clean,Good location for travelling to other areas, older building without wash/bath room.
So this was a fantastic property. It was centrally located to just about everything in Reykjavík. It was more than a hostel, and the private rooms were well worth the price.
I would definitely stay here again on my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Ronald
2026/9/18
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We stayed here on two separate nights during a two week vacation in Iceland. It is self check in. There was no staff that we know about. The rooms were adequate and the room that we had was big enough for myself and my two adult boys (early to mid 20's). Room was clean. The location was perfect, right downtown and not too too far from the bus station, a short ride by scooter. On our second night though we were awakened by a fire alarm at 2 am. Based on how long it took us and many others to get out of the hotel and onto the street, well, all I can say is that it was a good thing it was a false alarm. That whole ordeal ate up about an hours worth of time before someone from the alarm company arrived and shut off the alarm and allowed everyone back into the building. All of that aside, I'd stay here again. You cannot beat the location and the price was reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Daryl
2026/8/12
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There are no staff or check in reception. You’ll get an email with an entry code and a room door code. For longer stays with luggage. There are only stairs. Each floor has a shared toilet and shower’s. There is little room for luggage in the room. For younger groups who basically just need a clean bed to sleep this would be great. The location is outstanding. A short walk from great restaurants, nightlife and shopping. It’s not the best choice for older people who may enjoy larger storage for luggage and clothing or their own bathroom.
The location is excellent, and I really liked the free coffee and tea station. There is also a spacious seating area where you can charge your phone. My room was clean when I arrived, and the communal showers were also mostly clean.
However, during my three-day stay, my room wasn’t cleaned at all, and I didn’t receive any fresh towels despite messaging the property to request some.
I also had to contact Expedia because the hotel didn’t send me the access codes needed to enter the building/room.
However, as a solo female traveller, I felt safe, and I would stay here again.
Clean. Comfortable. It was not loud while we were there. Clear instructions on how to get in even though we did not see staff. Nice sitting area with coffee and tea machine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
2026/1/7
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean! Loved the coffee station and relaxing common rooms. My room was cozy and warm. Great location for exploring the city and getting buses and shuttles for airport and excursions
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Anne-Maarit
2026/3/10
Showers were really dirty and some were clogged. Bathrooms were mostly clean
The room was clean, albeit a bit small. The walls are practically paper thin so bring a pair of noise cancelling headphones. Despite the noise, it is a perfectly nice place to stay and relatively inexpensive, as well as being in a great location. If you are on a budget, then it is worth staying here.
This place was exactly what we needed. We stayed for about five nights, spending most of our time on road trips and visiting lagoons, so we didn’t need anything overly luxurious for our home base. Despite having shared showers and bathrooms, everything was consistently very clean.
Interestingly, I never saw a staff member during our stay, yet the property was clearly well maintained. The showers were always available when we needed them, with no waiting.
The location was also a big plus—many key parts of Reykjavík were just a short walk from the front door. I’d definitely stay here again. 10/10. Also, a lot of close by parking that you can finagle overnight with good timing :)
Thanks for having us!! Hope to come back soon!!