Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (1920 reviews)
Kirkjutorg 4 , Reykjavík , is

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Church bells chime at night
Limited seating in lounge
Street light brightness

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Mentioned as very clean in several reviews, indicating a high standard.
Service
10
Staff praised for their friendliness and helpfulness throughout multiple reviews.
Location
9.8
Conveniently located in downtown Reykjavik with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.94
Mentioned as comfortable but some reports of small and uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
8.79
Basic amenities mentioned, such as a kitchenette, but some complaints about loud appliances.
Value for Money
9.32
Perceived as good value, with an upgrade offered, but concerns about costs relative to room quality.
Food and Beverage
9.18
Breakfast is good but noted to be repetitive.
Overall Experience
9.83
Overall satisfaction noted, with many reviewers indicating they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:51

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Nespresso Coffee Machines and Free Wi-Fi
The Kvosin Downtown Hotel, nestled behind Reykjavík Cathedral and the Icelandic Parliament, offers modern rooms equipped with Nespresso coffee machines and complimentary Wi-Fi access. The perfect blend of comfort and convenience awaits you.

Aldamot Bar and Scenic Terraces
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at Aldamot Bar, located on the ground floor, and savor a continental breakfast served daily. Take in breathtaking views of the cathedral and parliament from the ground-floor terrace or admire the city lake from the 3rd-floor terrace.

Convenient Location and Kitchenette in Most Rooms
Dating back to 1900, this hotel boasts a prime location just a minute's walk from Lake Tjörnin and a short stroll from Laugavegur shopping street. Most rooms feature a kitchenette with essential amenities, providing a home-away-from-home experience.

Come experience the charm and comfort of Kvosin Downtown Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable Reykjavík getaway!

Important information:

At Kvosin Downtown Hotel, charges will be made in EUR according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

Please note that when booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 22 per day.

  • 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 free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1920 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 10
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 8.94
Amenities: 8.79
Value for Money: 9.32
Food and Beverage: 9.18
Overall Experience: 9.83
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Artem • couple • ua
10
Pros:

Уютный, красивый отель. Отличная локация. Дешево

Cons:

Завтрак слабенький, нету спа

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Marika • extended_group • it
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Esra • couple • tr
10
Pros:

Konumu çok güzel

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Guillaume • couple • fr
9
Hôtel très confortable idéalement situé en centre ville
Pros:

Chambre très spacieuse en version loft .

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Urška • extended_group • si
9
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • extended_group • za
10
Great inner city stay with good ambiance!
Pros:

Lovely family setting

Cons:

The shower linked to one bedroom.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Luanne • couple • us
9
Highly recommend this hotel because it was lovely to have a couch and small kitchen
Pros:

This was a great location near all the downtown restaurants but the bonus was that we were on a side street so it was quiet

Cons:

I was disappointed that the bar/restaurant was closed

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Chunhua • couple • cn
10
超出预期！完美！
Pros:

房间布置很漂亮！厨房可以简单烹饪，非常方便！位置优越！总之很舒适！

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • at
10
Super Ort für einen netten unkomplizierten Reykjavík Trip 🤩
Pros:

Tolle Lage und sehr sympathisch ausgestattetes Hotel 👌🏻

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Nils • couple • be
8
Joli hôtel mais nuit gâchée par les cloches de l’église à proximité.
Pros:

Hôtel très propre, confortable et staff adorable.

Cons:

Église à proximité qui sonne toutes les 15min, très difficile de dormir…

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Alison • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Very good location, big room.

Cons:

The room was a little sparse. No kettle although teabags provided .

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Ozan • family_with_children • us
10
It was a great stay. Couldn’t ask better location.
Pros:

It was close to everywhere, very modern and clean.

Cons:

Parking

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Piotr • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Vytautas • couple • lt
9
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • us
9
Just wonderful hotel and staff.
Pros:

Location, facility, quaint and welcoming

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • gb
10
Breakfast fab and very clean and warm rooms
Pros:

Great location, staff great and room lovely

Cons:

Na

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • couple • gb
7
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Gretar Mar • couple • is
10
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee