Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Sauna
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Rooms could be small
Some issues with cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
While overall cleanliness was good, some reviews indicated issues with rooms being dark or needing additional maintenance.
Service
9.61
Multiple reviews reflected positively on the staff being friendly and helpful during the stay.
Location
10
The location received unanimous praise for its central placement and proximity to key attractions.
Room Quality
8.61
Several reviews mentioned room size as a concern, particularly with some rooms being small.
Amenities
9.63
Amenities like the onsite bakery and sauna were highlighted positively.
Value for Money
9.59
The overall services and facilities provided were deemed worth the price based on common feedback.
Food and Beverage
9.14
While food options were generally praised, there were a few mentions of breakfast being basic.
Overall Experience
10
The overall sentiment of the reviews was highly positive, with guests expressing satisfaction over their stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-13 19:55

Property Description

Modern Design & Prime Location
Experience contemporary design at Exeter Hotel in Reykjavík's Old Harbour, a stone's throw away from Harpa Concert Hall.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in free WiFi, a sauna, a fitness room, and an in-house restaurant with a bakery. Each room boasts industrial décor, a smart TV, Nespresso machine, and scenic views.

Concierge Services & Nearby Attractions
Let our staff arrange exciting tours while you visit Solfar Sun Voyager and Hallgrímskirkja Church, just minutes away. Explore the city's gems like the Settlement Exhibition and Laugavegur shopping street effortlessly.

Book now to elevate your Reykjavík stay at Exeter Hotel!

Important information:

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies may apply.
Please note that a new accommodations tax will enter into force on January 1, 2024.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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KEF

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • 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.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for € 95 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

9.4
Based on 3559 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 9.61
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.61
Amenities: 9.63
Value for Money: 9.59
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 10
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Helen • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Location versus food on equal par.
Breakfast buffet was excellent
Evening meal very tasty
Short walk in the snow was beautiful

Cons:

Parking area took a few minutes to sort.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Ara • couple • de
10
Pros:

Beautiful design , location and amazing bakery in the hotel with the most delicious bagels and doughnuts !

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • us
10
Wonderful, we will be back
Pros:

The staff at the Exeter hotel could not have been kinda to us during our visit. My husband suffered a heart attack while we were staying, and the stuff made it easy for me to not worry that we would have somewhere to stay that was secure and welcoming.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Good location

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • couple • gb
10
Would definitely stay here again.
Pros:

Modern, clean, fresh. Water available on demand plus milk and tea bags for hot drinks. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Recommended some great spots for drinks, food and live music - all of which weee excellent. More than happy to book taxis etc for us.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
• couple • gb
9
Pros:

Warm, comfortable beds and friendly staff

Cons:

No mirror over desk so have to take skin care and cosmetics etc into the bathroom to apply. The lighting could be a bit brighter.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
9
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Máirín Uí Mhuirí • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

The breakfast had a good variety of foods. The sauna was quiet. The location is ideal. It's across from bus stop 4. The burgers were going in the evening. The beds were comfortable. The place is clean.

Cons:

We didn't realise that you must request the cleaning service in order to avail of it. The lighting in the room is poor.
We were leaving on our last day before breakfast opened. They told us that they'd have a breakfast box ready for us. Unfortunately there was no box when we were checking out. We did manage to get two bagels before leaving after asking, although the bakery hadn't opened to the public yet

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • couple • us
9
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Leigh • couple • gb
10
Great Hotel
Pros:

Great location. Super comfy beds and clean. The hotel staff were friendly and helpful and we loved the bakery and restaurant. Close to bus stop pick ups and the town centre. Will definitely stay again.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Dan • extended_group • ca
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Great stay. Location was perfect
Pros:

Great location. Very cool trendy hotel with good facilities and loved the bakery and restaurant

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Vanness B • couple • ch
10
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Amandip • couple • gb
7
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • gb
9
Had a lovely time and would go back
Pros:

Very well designed. Mostly comfortable, can open door to cool room as heating is on high!
The hotel is a short walk from main shops and restaursnts/cafes.
Friendly, helpful staff.

Cons:

Would have appreciated the option of turning on a brighter light when packing.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Siobhan • couple • gb
9
Excellent hotel in a superb location
Pros:

A lovely hotel in an excellent location on the harbour, but still only a short walk from rainbow street. The staff are exceptional and were very patient in dealing with my many questions about tours and transfers (which they will book for you). The rooms are a reasonable size with smart TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The shower room is large with heated floors, and lovely Icelandic hair and body products are provided. The beds are large and very comfortable. Breakfast was not included with our room rate, but we paid extra to eat in the hotel a few mornings. There was plenty of choice to suit all tastes. There is also a bakery that sells superb pastries and bagels, which is a cheaper option. The on site restaurant, Le Cock, specialises in burgers and chicken. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.

Cons:

Lighting in the bedrooms is quite dim but this wasn't an issue for us.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nl
4
Geweldige dagen met m’n zoon op IJsland. Dus mag de pret niet drukken
Pros:

De plek is geweldig

Cons:

We zijn twee nachten geweest. Vervelend dat ze voor € 380/nacht niet even je kamer opruimen en schone handdoeken neerleggen. Ontbijt super. Maar prijs/kwaliteit. Hm. Uitkijk op een binnenplaatsje

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Chenling • extended_group • tw
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee