Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (1985 reviews)
Kirkjutorg 4 , Reykjavík , is

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1985 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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Charlotte • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

De kamer is ruim en mooi gestyled. Ook fijn dat er verzorgingsproducten aanwezig zijn.

Cons:

Heel veel lawaai, van uitgaanspubliek, de kerkklok slaat ieder kwartier en het ligt onder de aanvliegroute van het vliegveld dus ieder half uur komt een vliegtuig laag over vliegen - tot laat s'nachts. Het ontbijt was ook matig, we waren redelijk laat en moesten overal om vragen.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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sara11112023 • Solo travel • Punta Gorda, Florida
10
Perfect location and accommodation
Pros:

I loved this hotel — after 8 nights there it felt like home! The room was spacious, clean and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly. The location was quiet and convenient for tour bus stop pickups and for easily walking around Reykjavik. I am so glad I chose this hotel for my extended stay, and I would 100% stay here again.

2026-07-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Dupalova • couple • cz
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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mathieu • couple • gb
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • hk
6
I left three days early.
Pros:

Room too cold

Cons:

Breakfast very limited and only one staff so tables always dirty

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Felix • couple • at
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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cali189400 • Family • Athens, Attica
6
OK downtown hotel for a few days in the city.
Pros:

Fantastic location. Minimum cleaning and tidying up. Basic amenities. There is no real breakfast. They prepare too little food and it finishes soon. They don't have enough personel to catch up with the clients and as a result 3 out of the 5 mornings we couldn't find anything to eat. The lady at the breakfast area rather indifferent.

2026-07-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Ali Salem • family_with_children • ae
10
Pros:

Thank you for being a wonderful host! Check-in was extremely easy, the instructions were clear, and everything went smoothly. I had a great stay. Highly recommended!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Cute lobby with free coffee and pastries. Excellent location in the heart of the city. Room was oversized and comfortable. It was a bit warm and of course no one in Iceland has AC, but all the windows could be opened.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Dr. Hans Josef • couple • de
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Yugender • couple • us
9
Nice hotel, in the middle of down town. Close to everything.
Pros:

Great Location, close to everything in downtown.

Cons:

Bathroom was too small

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Vinicius • family_with_children • br
4
Given any other choice, I’d recommend doing so.
Cons:

Bad smell from the water in the rooms. Very poor breakfast, tables were not ready for new guests, all were dirty, not enough plates, no coffee, just served fruit because we asked for. No blackout curtain in the room door.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Juetong • solo_traveller • cn
7
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Zsuzsa • couple • hu
10
Belvárosi, stílusos, kedves szálloda.
Pros:

A központban van, tágas, konyhával fölszerelt helyes, kedves szálloda.

Cons:

Nem volt ilyen.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Barmason • solo_traveller • ch
5
Pros:

Sehr freundlich. Gute Lage. Schönes Hotel

Cons:

Sehr laut, da Zimmer in Innenhof bei Restaurant gelegen ist. Bett war katastrophal, da Matratze komplett durchgelegen ist.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • us
9
Perfect location to explore Reykjavík
Pros:

Perfect location to explore Reykjavík. Nice roomy two bedroom suite. Kitchen was stocked ok for dishes. Needs one more smaller fry pan. Nespresso machine! Great little bar and walkable to everywhere.

Cons:

Two burner induction stove top was a bit finicky but worked well when figured out.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharlene • solo_traveller • ca
9
Excellent!
Pros:

I loved my stay at the Kvosin. It is very safe and very clean. The breakfast was excellent, I ate at Exeter Hotel(they offered this as an option), the sister hotel. Was great! The location is perfect, a short walk from the action but at the heart of town with restaurants and shopping close by. The room was clean, spacious and warm. The staff are super professional. The price is a bit elevated i.e. the bed is low but comfy, the towels/sheets are not luxury etc, but the place was great especially for staying on the long side. I liked not needing a key and using a code! Wifi is excellent!

Cons:

I have no words! No complaints :)

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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B6886VSlindan • Couples • Australia
10
Fabulous
Pros:

Really big room with kitchenette, fab location in the heart of town, staff great helpful. Clean. Bed was comfortable.

2026-07-02 • via Tripadvisor
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eleonora • solo_traveller • il
8
Pros:

The room was was big, but the bed not so big and not so comfortable.

Cons:

The stuff and the location. Also breakfast.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee