Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Hotels
8 (2728 reviews)
Skolavordustigur 45 , Reykjavík , is

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
Allergy-free room
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional staff
Great location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Issues with room cleanliness
No elevators
Small bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Concerns about the bathroom and room cleanliness were noted.
Service
8.93
The staff was exceptionally kind and helpful, especially mentioned by guests.
Location
8.97
Fantastic location with easy access to nearby attractions and restaurants.
Room Quality
6.92
Rooms were noted as small and inadequately planned, with some concerns.
Amenities
7.95
Good amenities, including 24h coffee/tea service.
Value for Money
7.91
Standard quality for this hotel tier, reasonable for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Breakfast was good, but coffee quality was criticized.
Overall Experience
7.93
General positive feelings with some noted areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:25

Property Description

Central Location Opposite Hallgrimskirkja Church
Located in the heart of Reykjavik, Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offers a prime spot right across from the iconic Hallgrimskirkja Church.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at our hotel features private bathroom facilities, free Wi-Fi, and satellite TV for your entertainment. Enjoy a cozy stay with all the necessary comforts.

Convenient Services and Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast, relax with light meals and drinks at the snack bar, and benefit from our 24-hour reception. Everything you need for a pleasant stay is right here.

Ready to experience Reykjavik in comfort and style? Book your stay at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson now and make the most of your visit!

Important information:

The property and rooms are accessed via several flights of stairs in a building with no elevator.

The Hotel limits to maximum 5 rooms per reservation. For booking more than 5 rooms per reservation, please contact the Hotel Management.

Please note that there is no elevator in the building; the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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 charges may be applicable.

  • 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.
    People no matter the age 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
Based on 2728 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 6.92
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 7.93
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iida. • couple • fi
8
Loistava sijainti, pieni huone, ota korvatulpat
Pros:

Keskeinen sijainti aivan kävelykatujen vieressä kirkon edessä, kompakti huone, sopiva aamupala. Joustava sisäänkirjautuminen. Lähellä parin kadun päässä ilmaista parkkitilaa kadun varressa.

Cons:

Huone oli aika kompakti, kaksi matkalaukkua avattuna hankaloitti huoneessa kulkemista. Meidän huone oli kadun vieressä maan tasalla, yksityisyys ok, mutta kadun äänet kuului selvästi. Korvatulpat herkkäunisille tarpeelliset, aamulla ja illalla autojen ääni ja ohikulkijoiden puhe kuului ongelmitta sisään asti, vaikka yöllä olikin rauhallista. Käytävässä oli voimakas erikoinen hajusteen tuoksu, huone raikas. Kaikkialla Reykjavikissa suihku ja lämmin vesi tuoksuu rikille, sille ei voi mitään. Uloskirjautuminen melko aikaisin.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • couple • it
8
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • it
9
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • solo_traveller • dk
5
Pros:

Centralt beliggende

Cons:

Wifi var ustabilt, i lange perioder kunne det ikke skabes kontakt, det er noget møg når man skal sidde og arbejde

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Joâo • couple • pt
9
Amazing place to stay at the heart of the city!
Pros:

Amazing location: right at the heart of everything.
Lady in reception very friendly and helpful (Japanese Lady)
Very good breakfast and feeling of the hotel

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent view from the room of the cathedral

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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iris • solo_traveller • at
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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AGENZIA VIAGGI • couple • it
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Stefano • couple • it
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Yiran • solo_traveller • lu
8
Cons:

No lift

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Ron • extended_group • nl
7
Pros:

Bed en ontbijt

Cons:

Douche eeg klein en water uit de grond, stinkt en smaakt niet erg lekker

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Sean • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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PETER • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

WiFi strength was well below standard.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Steinthor • solo_traveller • is
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • extended_group • at
8
Alles bestens
Pros:

Super zentrale Lage
Kaffe in der Lounge gratis
Freundliches Personal

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • se
4
Pros:

The location of the hotel is excellent.

Cons:

The room we were given was situated in the basement of the building on the other side of the street, which meant that our windows faced the street at shoe level of the people walking past. Cars were also passing by just outside, making it feel like we were close to staying on the street.. The staff didn't really seem that interested in us as costumers, and the breakfast was ok but definitely not very impressive. You'd be better off having brunch at one of the local cafés. We had really hoped that this stay would have been a bit more satisfactory, but sadly we were honestly a bit disappointed.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Fabian • couple • ar
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Jane • extended_group • gb
9
Perfect for a few days visiting Reykjavik. Well placed and good value for money
Pros:

The single rooms were small but perfectly adequate. The bed was comfortable and the shower was good.
The breakfast was really good. A great choice of breads and cereals with fruit , yoghurt and meats and cheese.
Really appreciated the complimentary tea and coffee etc on offer.
The team were great, really helpful. I arrived really early and they managed to get me into my room early. There is a small payment but it was worth it.

Cons:

Only criticism was the shower room. The radiator next to the toilet was really grubby.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Izedin • solo_traveller • xk
10
Pros:

Very good location, comfy bed.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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JODY • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location and excellent staff. Slilka (sp) was WONDERFUL.

Cons:

SMALL ROOM BUT EXPECTED

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee