Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Hotels
Centerhotels
8.4 (2933 reviews)
Ingolfsstræti 1 , Reykjavík , is

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Small rooms
Noise issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
General sentiment was positive, but some guests noted issues with noise and small room sizes.
Service
9.15
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful during the stay.
Location
9.19
Well-rated for its proximity to the sea and city center, with easy access to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.64
Small room sizes were a downside, but cleanliness was highly praised.
Amenities
8.17
Spa and dining options were decent, but some amenities appeared lacking compared to other hotels.
Value for Money
8.13
Reservations noted that while some aspects were costly, the central location and service offered value.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Breakfast quality was positively highlighted, and dining options were generally well-received.
Overall Experience
8.55
Guests had a memorable stay with most aspects meeting expectations, despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:04

Property Description

Modern Nordic Design and Free Internet Access
Center Hotels Arnarhvoll boasts a stylish ambiance with modern Nordic design elements. Enjoy complimentary internet access throughout the property, ensuring you stay connected during your stay.

Panoramic Views from Top-Floor Restaurant and SKÝ Bar
Indulge in breathtaking city views from the top-floor restaurant while savoring delicious meals. SKÝ Bar offers a perfect spot to unwind with discounted drinks and snacks, all while enjoying stunning vistas of the ocean, Harpa Concert Hall, and mountains.

Relaxation at Hot Tub and Sauna
Unwind and rejuvenate at the hotel's leisure facilities, which include a hot tub and sauna. After a day of exploring Reykjavik, pamper yourself with a relaxing session at the spa.

Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and scenic beauty at Center Hotels Arnarhvoll. Book now to secure your stay and explore the wonders of Reykjavik!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KEF

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children from 2 years old to 12 years old stay for € 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for € 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2933 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 7.64
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Letícia couple br
10
Localização, custo benefício, limpeza e cama boa.
Pros:

Localização, custo benefício, limpeza e cama boa.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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daryl solo_traveller ca
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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adam couple gb
7
loved Iceland
Pros:

location, sky bar

Cons:

the size of student accommodation,

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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LEONARDO couple it
6
L'hotel ha caratteristiche interessanti ma non ha decisamente soddisfatto le aspettative.
Pros:

Posizione ottima. Vista mare ed harpa concert hall, e ad un passo dalle vie principali della città. Posizione decisamente buona. Anche la colazione, in una bella sala con vista all'ottavo ed ultimo piano è decisamente apprezzabile.

Cons:

Ho preso una stanza "vista mare" ma di mare si vedeva molto poco. Le foto dal sito mostrano la vista dalle camere veramente fronte mare. La mia stanza era laterale e di mare si intravedeva un piccolissimo pezzo, come si vede dalla foto. Decisamente diverso da quanto ci si aspetta guardando il sito che mostrano la vista delle stanze rivolte direttamente sul mare... Altro problema la temperatura; la stanza era sempre abbastanza fredda. Altro problema l'armadio praticamente inesistente. Due mini ripiani, tipo mensole, su cui era decisamente mettere i vestiti portati. Lo "zerbino" all'ingresso della stanza, su cui appoggiavamo le scarpe entrando in stanza, naturalmente sporco (fuori c'era le neve), il secondo giorno l'abbiamo trovato ripiegato nel bagno e non sostituito. Non ci siamo proprio.

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Heike couple de
8
Etwas enttäuschend
Pros:

Ich habe dieses Hotel bereits 2024 mit 10 Punkten bewertet. Dies kann ich nicht aufrecht halten. 2024 hatte ich ein Zimmer mit Meerblick in der 6. Etage. Diesmal war es die 2. Etage, wobei es sich um das Stockwerk handelte, das in Deutschland die 1. Etage wäre. Der Meerblick war hier vordergründig der Blick auf die Straße. Das Hotel sollte sich wirklich überlegen, ob man diese Zimmer bereits als „seaview“ anbieten kann.

Spektakulär ist natürlich weiterhin der Blick aus dem Frühstücksraum in der 8. Etage.

Cons:

Die Räume sind recht abgewohnt. Das Zimmer hatte extrem schmutzige Fenster.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Mascia couple it
8
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple us
9
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
H
Heinz couple de
10
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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E. Pick couple de
4
lautes überschätztes Stadthotel = nicht wieder!
Pros:

+ Sehr freundlicher Empfang (hilfsbereite Mitarbeiter)
+ Parken am Hotel kostenlos (allerdings: Es gibt nur 5 Parkplätze = wir hatten Glück)
+ Frühstück noch ok (bei 4-**** erwarte ich aber mehr!!!)
+ gute Beleuchtung (auch im Bad)

Cons:

- Ausstattung vom Hotel eher einfach ("Desniger-Sessel" zum Sitzen ungeeignet)
- Dusche im BAD unmöglich (Halbkreis aus Plastik = das gesamte Bad wird nass )
- renovierungsbedürftig (Teppich auf dem Flus abgewohnt) = keine 4-**** Ausstattung (max. 2!))
- Preis-/Leistung einfach ungenügend - vor Ort praktisch keine Parkplätze verfügbar
- lautes Umfeld (die ganze Nacht fahren Autos)
- vom Hotel wird man mit E-Mail vollgemüllt (10 Stück = Unverschämtheit)

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
R
Roz family_with_children gb
9
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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eddaogsmari couple is
9
Pros:

Staðsetningin er frábær

Cons:

Ekkert sem truflaði mig

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
F
Frank couple us
8
A great location and helpful and friendly staff
Pros:

It was clean and convenient to our needs

Cons:

The room was too small

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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E. Pick couple de
4
lautes Stadthotel = für Autofahrer ungeeignet + Umfeld nervig laut
Pros:

siehe Bewertung vom 01.03.2026

Cons:

siehe Bewertung vom 01.03.2026

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Christina couple gb
8
Lovely position, excellent staff, great for a short stay
Pros:

The location was good - right by the Old Harbour, opposite the Harpa Concert Hall, near bus stops and a short walk from the main shopping street. Breakfast was good with quite a lot to choose from. All the staff were friendly, efficient and helpful. Wonderful views from the bar.

Cons:

The room was small in spite of being the largest category they had. The view would have been lovely of the harbour but the windows of our room were filthy on the outside. Breakfast is held in the bar and was busy and cramped - difficult not to bump into others. Also quite difficult to find breakfast items as they were put out on and around the bar. The toilet in our top of the range room had a crack in it and the bathroom looked tired. The hotel is by the harbour but you do have to cross several busy roads to get waterside.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Alessio couple it
9
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Gudmundur couple is
8
Pros:

Staðsetning frábær þar sem ég var að fara á viðburð í Hörpu. Nýtti mér ekki morgunverð svo ég get ekki dæmt hann.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Jen couple gb
7
Good base for a short stay but probably would look for a cheaper option next time.
Pros:

Great location and views from the restaurant/roof terrace. Hot tub on the spa was heaven after a day in the cold.

Cons:

Rooms were very small for the price, not really anywhere to put anything.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Nicolle extended_group gb
9
Helpful, friendly staff and great location.
Pros:

The location was incredible and really is perfect for watching the northern lights. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The room was spacious with a great view and very clean. We only wish we’d had more time to try the hotel bar and spa.

Cons:

Sadly, our bath had a leak so flooded the floor. However, these things do happen and the staff were incredible. Once we had reported it, we were given plenty of towels to mop it up and the issue was resolved in less than 20 hours.
We were also let down with a pre-booked taxi and the hotel staff arranged one for us.
They were truly fantastic and turned something that could’ve been a negative into a positive.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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MARIA IMACULADA couple pt
10
Pros:

Hotel bem localizado, com uma vista muito agradável, excelente pequeno almoço, simpatia dos funcionários, cama confortável, etc.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Bastian solo_traveller de
9
2026-03-11 via Nuitee