Center Hotels Skjaldbreið

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Historic stays on Reykjavik’s main street

On Laugavegur, this intimate boutique hotel keeps its former-pharmacy character front and center, from the distinctive wooden front door to the classic marble staircase. Rooms come in warm tones, with extra sound-insulated windows for calmer nights after a lively day in the shopping street. Mornings start in the sunlit “sun room,” and the third-floor atrium keeps complimentary coffee and tea flowing all day.
VIP Access

  • All-day lounge energy

    Settle into the third-floor atrium for complimentary coffee and tea throughout the day.

  • Breakfast that fits your schedule

    Start with the breakfast buffet, plus an early option for pre-dawn departures.

  • Laugavegur at the doorstep

    Step out onto a pedestrianized stretch of the city’s main shopping street.

Amenities

  • Northern Lights wake-up service, available overnight
  • Concierge help for tours and local plans
  • Deluxe rooms with big Laugavegur-facing windows
  • In-room mini-bar, stocked on request
  • Tea and coffee setup in every room
  • Lobby computer station for quick planning
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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a coffee maker, cups, and a tray of snacks.

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a wine bottle.

Standard Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a TV.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with bottles and glasses.

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Laugavegi 16, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Iceland Phallological Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Harpa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 5 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ægir Bar Taproom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Einstök Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavik Fish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lebowski Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sjávargrillið - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Center Hotels Skjaldbreið

  • When you stay at Center Hotels Skjaldbreið, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

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

Children

    • Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: ISK 800.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 3500 for adults and ISK 3500 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of ISK 6000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ISK 15000 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ISK 1500 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for ISK 7500.0 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses some geothermal energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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CenterHotel Skjaldbreid
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Center Hotels Skjaldbreið (Center Hotels Skjaldbreid)

Frequently asked questions

Does Center Hotels Skjaldbreið offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Center Hotels Skjaldbreið 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Center Hotels Skjaldbreið?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Center Hotels Skjaldbreið?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Center Hotels Skjaldbreið.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Center Hotels Skjaldbreið?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of ISK 6000 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ISK 15000 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Center Hotels Skjaldbreið and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking.

What's the area around Center Hotels Skjaldbreið like?

Center Hotels Skjaldbreið is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 12-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 7 minutes' walk from Hallgrimskirkja. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Center Hotels Skjaldbreið Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with a wide variety of options. (63 reviews)
  • The hotel offers a great location with plenty of restaurants and good food options nearby. (17 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice location close to shopping, restaurants, and bus stop (for easy tour pickup). Clean and quiet.
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean, spacious and the beds were very comfortable. The staff was helpful, and offered to help us arrange a taxi to the airport. The WiFi worked well. We stayed on a Saturday night, and since this street is a very popular place for young people to party, there was quite a bit of noise all night. It was a lively location with lots of good shopping close by.
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8/10 Very good

The room was large and clean. Lots of shops and restaurants near the hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location handy for bars restaurants and transportation which are all on the doorstep, friendly and helpful staff, did what it said on the box, would recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Great. Helpful, friendly staff, lovely clean room, delicious breakfast!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property with the perfect location in the center of Reykjavik!
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8/10 Very good

Great location especially if you are exploring downtown Reykjavik. Parking nearby. Room was a bit small but had everything we needed!
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10/10 Exceptional

Good service, well maintained and great access to local amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Staff very welcoming and considerate. I enjoyed breakfast, the selection was relatively simple but everything fresh and good quality. Nice calm breakfast room with lots of natural light.
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8/10 Very good

Location was great, room was clean
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8/10 Very good

Central Reykjavik location; overpriced; full breakfast buffet; vertical property, but there is an elevator; room small but bed comfortable; no AC but mostly not needed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was great. Front desk recommendations and help both excellent. When I had a question I was helped with good information.
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10/10 Exceptional

Communication before our visit was excellent and staff were always helpful. Staff were welcoming on arrival, helping us store our bags (we arrived very early in the morning). Check-in later in the day was efficient and again staff welcoming and interested in our day. The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. We had to leave very early so didn't try breakfast. In terms of position, it's perfect - lots of shops, cafes and bars right outside. As well as a large supermarket (Kronan) about 3 minutes walk away. A number of buses run from just a street away. If you are independent travellers who like to try cafes for breakfast and different restaurants in the evening then I'd highly recommend this hotel. We would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at this hotel twice during my two weeks in Reykjavik at the end of May and in early June. I had stayed at a different (a little higher end) Center Hotel last year and really like them so stayed again this year, trying another of their brand. Everything was fine, friendly and helpful staff, okay breakfast, very convenient for walking around Reykjavik. Only a block from the gelato shop and bars and restaurants, easy walk to Bus stop#6 to catch the day tours and the Flybus. I was very happy with my stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

The chap on reception went out of his way to be helpful to us which we really appreciated. The room was very clean and comfortable. A little noise from the street but not too bad and it stopped at a reasonable time.
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8/10 Very good

Location is super good and close to walking street. High CP value at this price point. The mattress is a bit soft which.my back feel not very comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

Location is really good. This hotel located of center of city
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and location.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The property clean and neat, Breakfast was good, The area around the hotel was beautiful to walk around.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, warm. Central location with amazing staff. Great breakfast offering. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and breakfast

Great location, helpful staff, super breakfast.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location for this hotel is great
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved all the breakfast options from hot to cold and a selection of everything
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and helpful staff
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel easily walkable to downtown attractions. Very helpful staff.