In the heart of Reykjavik, Fosshotel Reykjavik offers an upscale retreat with a coffee shop, bar, and on-site restaurant serving breakfast to dinner. With perks like dry cleaning services and luggage storage, guests appreciate the helpful staff who ensure a seamless stay.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Microbar - 7 min walk
Kröst - 4 min walk
Bjórgarðurinn - 1 min walk
Reykjavík Roasters - 5 min walk
Wake and Bake - 6 min walk
About this property
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Restaurant Haust, which serves breakfast and lunch. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
320 rooms
Arranged over 16 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
On-site self-parking (ISK 11020 per day)
On-site parking is limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (1076 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2015
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Fridge
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Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Restaurant Haust – This bistro serves breakfast and lunch.
The Beer Garden – On-site brewpub. Open daily.
Lobby bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 4500 for adults and ISK 2250 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for ISK 7650.0 per night
Parking
Self-parking costs ISK 11020 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Fosshotel Reykjavik offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fosshotel Reykjavik does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fosshotel Reykjavik?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Fosshotel Reykjavik?
Yes. Self-parking costs ISK 11020 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fosshotel Reykjavik?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Fosshotel Reykjavik and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Fosshotel Reykjavik?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Restaurant Haust.
What's the area around Fosshotel Reykjavik like?
Fosshotel Reykjavik is in Laugardalur, a short 1-minute walk from Laugavegur and 15 minutes' walk from Hallgrimskirkja. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Fosshotel Reykjavik Reviews
Reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The breakfast buffet was consistently described as excellent, good, and very good with a wide variety of options. (54 reviews)
The property's dining options were excellent, with great restaurants, a beer garden, and a buffet restaurant offering delicious food and beverages. (17 reviews)
A designated bus stop for the airport shuttle was conveniently located right outside the property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Good location, nice hotel, good restaurants
Kurt
Kurt, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2025
Quiet, comfortable great restaurant and brewery, close to downtown and a great pick up and drop off for tour buses
Janelle
Janelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Close walk to everything and our tour bus pick up was at the hotel.
Janelle
Janelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
Excellent
Great hotel, clean, modern, good location and easy to walk to city centre, close to nightlife. Friendly staff.spacious room with good storage and complimentary coffee.
Rory
Rory, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sep 2025
Great location. Very walkable area. Rooms were comfy but very warm.
Charlene
Charlene, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Jun 2025
Good place to stay, can walk into town.
Helga
Helga, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2025
Great stay!
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Aug 2025
Nice stay in a great location
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking near by which was good for the car rental. Breakfast was pretty good too. Very short walk to the city center. Overall a great stay
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Service and food were excellent
Eduardo
Eduardo, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Wonderful hotel and service. Great last night stay of our Iceland adventure
Natallia
Natallia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2025
Great location- lovely view
Monique
Monique, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
19 Sep 2025
A nothing special hotel for tourists
The hotel is quite expensive. Not near the main streets of Reykjavik; about a 25 minute walk. The breakfast is crowded and overcooked. The room is hot, no ac and the window is small and provided little cool air.
Overall, it's just ok
Leah
Leah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2025
Very nice hotel. The staff was very friendly and helped you with everything you wanted.
eva
eva, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2025
Great breakfast, comfortable room and bed.
Leo
Leo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
Exactly what we needed after a long flight! Perfect place to center yourself for a visit to Reykjavik
Phylicia Hanson
Phylicia Hanson, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2025
Everything was perfect during our stay.
Mauricio
Mauricio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun 2025
Hotel staff were very friendly and welcoming! I had several questions about the area and they were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Amazing! The staff was lovely and made our honeymoon extra special.
Muhammad
Muhammad, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2025
Great location and one of the tallest buildings in the city so great views from higher floors, great customer service from front desk
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2025
great place
Rose
Rose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
Great location, clean, friendly - perfect for our short break!
Charlotte
Charlotte, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jun 2025
The comfort of the bedrooms and the restaurant were great. We didn't use the beer garden which seems to be great too.
Nicolas
Nicolas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Great off the beaten path but still very close to downtown
ian
ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jul 2025
Great Stad
Fantastic service and great breakfast. The rooms are clean and tidy. The bathroom is a bit outdated
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 May 2025
This hotel was pretty great. The only downfall was parking.