Apótek Hotel Reykjavík by Keahotels

Hotels
9.2 (514 reviews)
Austurstræti 16 , Reykjavík , is

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Clean rooms
Cons:
Rooms could be small
Noise from nearby bars on weekends

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
The rooms were spotless and everything worked properly.
Service
9.66
Staff were friendly, resourceful, and helpful.
Location
9.7
Centrally located, easy to walk everywhere.
Room Quality
8.65
Clean and comfortable rooms, but some were on the smaller side.
Amenities
9.18
Fantastic breakfast buffet and great facilities.
Value for Money
8.64
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Meals were delicious and filling.
Overall Experience
9.36
A lovely stay with many positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:22

Property Description

Historic Building with Modern Amenities
Located in central Reykjavík, the boutique Apotek Hotel offers a unique stay in a listed building designed by renowned architect Gudjón Samúelsson in 1917. Enjoy the blend of historic charm with modern comforts, including free WiFi and flat-screen TVs in every brightly decorated room.

Gastronomic Delights
Indulge in a culinary experience at the hotel's restaurant, offering delectable dishes, and unwind with a drink at the cozy hotel bar. For more dining and shopping options, explore the vibrant Laugavegur shopping street just a short stroll away.

Convenient Location
With Hallgrímskirkja Church and Reykjavík Harbour nearby, Hotel Apotek Reykjavík is the perfect base for exploring the city's attractions. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and convenience of this prime location.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Apotek Hotel Reykjavík!

Important information:

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

When booking more than 7 nights, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property.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: 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 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for € 59 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for € 73 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

9.2
Based on 514 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 9.36
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H9793YLelleng Solo travel Montreal, Quebec
8
Great location in downtown Reykjavik
Pros:

I stayed at the Apotek twice, my first night in Iceland and my last. (In between I traveled with a group). I booked a single room. The room was tint, the bed was a twin, but it was clean, and it had everything I needed including a great shower. Great location.

2026-07-23 via Tripadvisor
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kelli solo_traveller il
9
Pros:

המיקום, הצוות, השירות, ארוחת הבוקר היו מצויינים

Cons:

חדר לא גדול, אך מקסים

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
10
A great choice in the heart of town
Pros:

Classic and classy

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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citicat Friends getaway Oakland, California
10
Lovely Hotel
Pros:

Lovely hotel it a great location. The front desk helped me with several important things--the person was experienced unlike other hotels we stayed at. The breakfast was also much better than the others. Comfortable, decent-sized room and bathroom. The breakfast was also much better than the other three hotels I stayed at in other cities. Like most hotels there, the hallways are way overheated, so the room gets warm even when you turn off the room heat. If you prefer/need a cooler room when you sleep, ask for a room that doesn't face Austrurstraeli. Else you'll get a lot of street noise late into the night and a prolonged and very noisy street cleaning (all three mornings when I was there) around 5-6 am. If a warmish room doesn't bother you, it's very soundproof when the windows are closed. I would also request not to face Posthusstraeti (hotel is on the corner) although I heard it was way less noisy than the other.

2026-07-15 via Tripadvisor
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Anastasia couple us
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Anastasia couple us
9
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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MARYAM couple fr
6
Bien malgré tout car la déco n’allait pas impacter notre séjour !
Pros:

Rien d’exaltant! Lieu sans âme! Sans charme ! Très froid … j’ai tenté trouver les raisons de ses étoiles ! Disons c’était un peu nuageux 🤫

Cons:

La déco ! C’est très impersonnel !

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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161maureenk Friends getaway
6
Small room
Pros:

Small single with 2 twin beds pushed together. No dresser - ust a closet and 2 high shelves. Hard to unpack. Lived out of my suitcase.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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robertasO8428QZ Solo travel
10
The room was clean and had nice toiletries. Both a rain shower and a hand held shower
Pros:

The room was small but had everything you might nee.Breakfast was also very good

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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TERCEFALEX Couples Carmel, Monterey County, California
8
Nice Hotel, but Could Improve in Some Areas
Pros:

The Apotek is a nice hotel - friendly staff, great location & clean rooms. Our only complaints are the threadbare and frayed towels we were given and a dirty glass in the bathroom. The towels should have been thrown out and never placed in one of the hotel rooms. Housekeeping should be more diligent about inspecting cups and glasses before placing them in a hotel room.

2026-07-11 via Tripadvisor
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kelli solo_traveller il
9
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Deniz solo_traveller tr
10
Pros:

Çalışanlar, merkezi olup duraklara yakın olması, otelin temizliği çok güzeldi.

Cons:

Kahvaltı çok pahalı aynı fiyata daha güzel kahvaltı edebiliyorum, bir de odalar belki daha büyük olabilirdi.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple fr
9
Hotel fabuleux alliant charme de l ancien bien rénové , confort et accueil rafiné
Pros:

La
Localisation en plein centre , la décoration intérieure des chambres , l accueil très aimable et petit déj extra ordinaire

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Anne couple au
9
A lovely hotel in the heart of Reykjavik
Pros:

The staff were exceptional. They all went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure we had everything we needed.
We had three separate check-ins to the hotel and each of the rooms were clean and comfortable. The location is outstanding - right in the centre of town, but our rooms were still quiet.

Cons:

There was a lack of storage space in the room - just a few coathangers, but not shelving or drawers, so we couldn't unpack. On our last visit we had a suite, but despite having lots of space, there was still no area to put clothes etc. except for a small bit of hanging space.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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John couple us
9
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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marcus solo_traveller de
1
Nie wieder
Pros:

Beste Lage in Reykjavik

Cons:

Personal sejhr unfreundlich. Lautes Dauergeräusch bzw..Brummen von Versorgungsleitungen des Hotels.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Smolander solo_traveller fi
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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YALCIN couple tr
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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mikecolling Friends getaway
4
So disappointing
Pros:

This could have been great. great location just off the docks in Reyjavik. But the hotel fails on so many levels. Old uncomfortable mattresses. Inadequate black out curtains. No air conditioning, so windows need to be open to the thump of music at weekends until 0400, and then bin collection from 0600. Oh, and if you want your room cleaned you need to ask........

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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poroke NONE
10
Outstanding service and location In Reykjavik
Pros:

We stayed at Hotel Apotek 5 nights in mid June. The room and public spaces were very clean. Very helpful and friendly staff. Outstanding breakfast buffet- always well stocked and extensive choices. Location is central and hard to beat-walking distance to all of the sites. Highly recommend.

2026-06-21 via Tripadvisor