Apótek Hotel Reykjavík by Keahotels

Hotels
9.2 (507 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 507 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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marcus solo_traveller de
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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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John couple us
9
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
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Anne couple au
9
Love this hotel in central Reykjavik
Pros:

Loved the location, staff were brilliant and room very comfortable

Cons:

Almost no storage space in the room, just a few coathangers in the wardrobe.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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RichieVee Couples
10
A Perfect Place to Stay in Reykjavik!
Pros:

Our stay at Reykjavik's Apotek Hotel was enjoyable, with a perfect location near restaurants and shops, and Luis (at the front desk) was very helpful in straightening out a taxi's failure to pick us up from the airport. Our room was fine, and the breakfast was great (although we wish it would open a half-hour earlier than 7:00 am). We loved the crisp bacon, the hotdogs, the pancakes/waffles, the pastries, and (especially!) the chocolate-filled donuts.

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor
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svein265 Business Trondheim Municipality, Trøndelag, Central Norway
8
10.-12. june
Pros:

The staff in bar/restaurant was of a very high standard. The staff in resepsjon lacked a little bit charm, got the feeling they where more guards than service minded resepsjonists. Room was very nice. Location of the hotel is excellent.

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor
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lauramA937UN NONE
10
Lovely hotel
Pros:

Such a lovely hotel. The Apotek restaurant is amazing. This hotel is centrally located to everything in the town. Staff is amazing

2026-06-17 via Tripadvisor
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424emanuelez Family
8
Very nice
Pros:

Beautiful hotel whit restaurant

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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anne239 Couples Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
10
Loved this hotel in the heart of the city
Pros:

We ended up checking in to this lovely hotel three times during our journey through Iceland and loved it! The location is central in easy walking distance to all the major attractions. Even though it’s in the heart of the party district, the rooms were so quiet. We were never disturbed by all the people in the bars etc. outside.

The rooms are clean, modern and comfortable. They could do with some more storage space as there’s really only a small wardrobe with a few coat hangers, so nowhere to unpack, but that was the only flaw.

Bed was comfortable with nice linen, great shower, and we highly recommend the restaurant: not cheap but Iceland is generally expensive, so it was about the same as others where we ate.

I cannot speak highly enough of the staff who were all so wonderful – Johann, Daniel, Luis, Emilija, Diana and probably others whose names I can’t remember. They were incredibly helpful and went above and beyond the call of duty when I had a parcel delivered to the hotel that was inadvertently sent to the post office. The staff picked it up on our behalf or we would have missed it, so many thanks to you all, particularly Emilija, for all your help with that. It’s so appreciated.

If you are staying in Reykjavik, we highly recommend this fabulous hotel – you won’t be disappointed!

2026-06-14 via Tripadvisor
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Ahaimeg Family
4
Light sleepers beware
Pros:

The hotel itself is lovely, and our first night (Thursday) was excellent. The room was comfortable, well-appointed, and we were very happy with our stay initially.

Unfortunately, everything changed on Friday evening. Around 6:00 PM, the noise from the pubs below became extremely noticeable in our room. We assumed it would quiet down later in the evening, but the music, heavy bass, and crowds of people outside continued well into the night. The bass vibration and noise from intoxicated patrons were so loud that sleeping became nearly impossible.

When I called the front desk to ask when the pubs closed, I was told that the noise could continue until approximately 4:00 AM. As a result, everyone in our room got only about four hours of sleep.

If you’re a heavy sleeper who plans to enjoy the nightlife, this may not be an issue. However, if you’re a light sleeper, traveling with children, or hoping for a restful weekend stay, I would strongly recommend requesting an interior-facing room or considering a DIFFERENT HOTEL ALL TOGETHER. The property itself is wonderful, but the weekend noise level is a significant drawback that prospective guests should be aware of.

2026-06-13 via Tripadvisor
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J2480RCsamanthab NONE London, England
10
Great Location to Explore Reykjavik
Pros:

The Apotek is a beautiful boutique hotel in the center of Reykjavik. It was easy to walk to the restaurants, bars, and attractions. There is a parking garage nearby (although it doesn't open until 7 am). The hotel is clean, with a comfortable bed and a nice shower with Molton Brown products. The breakfast had ample options to choose from, including eggs, bacon, and sausage.

2026-06-11 via Tripadvisor
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Carolyn extended_group us
10
Lovely spot in central Reykjavik
Pros:

Great location, nice property, fantastic front desk staff.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Brinker couple us
9
Pros:

The room was very nice but was also small. Fortunately there was a closet to put my things into and park my suitcase because there was only room for one suitcase to be laid out flat to open. The buffet breakfast was included with our tour and it was very nice, with a huge selection of food. They were very helpful in storing our luggage after checkout until later in the day.

Cons:

We stayed a couple extra days after our tour but chose not to add the breakfast because of the cost.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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WrldTrvler0000 Solo travel Fairfax, Virginia
10
Comfortable room in a great location city center
Pros:

The location of this hotel is perfect for exploring all over Reykjavik. The staff is welcoming, professional and very pleasant. The room for a solo traveler was very comfortable. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone exploring Reykjavik for the first time and if I return, I'll definitely stay here again. There is a park across the street and near so many restaurants and shops. Loved having the food hall next door.

2026-05-31 via Tripadvisor
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S5100PRsuep NONE
8
Traveling with Overseas Adventure Travel
Pros:

We enjoyed the hotel, its location, and especially the lovely breakfast each morning. We chose not to have daily housekeeping, and the room remained quite nice.

2026-05-30 via Tripadvisor
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Kc1333 NONE Round Rock, Texas
10
Luxury in Reykjavik
Pros:

Wonderful hotel stay, walking distance to everything, great staff, comfortable rooms. Loved everything about it.

2026-05-29 via Tripadvisor
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DTM5_17 NONE North Vancouver, British Columbia
10
classy iconic hotel
Pros:

beautiful building, excellent restaurant, wonderful service. amenities were great - use of the gym and see in a neighbouring hotel worked very well

2026-05-27 via Tripadvisor