Children allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Japanese garden
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
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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.
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 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 3763 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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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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julie • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Rooms weren't cleaned daily

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Excellent location and helpful staff.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Voyage52747495835 • Solo travel
10
A truly wonderful hotel experience
Pros:

I stayed six nights at Exeter. It was a wonderful experience. The Front Desk team is truly exceptional - a huge shout-out, equally, to team members Justina, Santa, Czarek, Zancis. They were kind, caring, professional, highly skilled, and always so helpful. Justina somehow obtained a ticket for me to a completely sold-out performance of the Icelandic Philharmonic concert.
The daily breakfasts were exceptional - another big shout-out to the breakfast team crew. The selection variety, quality, and presentation was superior to any that I experienced anywhere in Europe.
Another shout-out to the housekeeping team - the rooms and public areas were immaculate and the bed very comfortable.
Finally, Deig bakery located near the lobby area was terrific - their bagels were addictive and the Deig team members were so kind and courteous.
My stay at Exeter was totally pleasurable, thanks to its amazing team members.

2026-06-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Ronald • couple • us
10
Absolutely THE place to stay in Reykjavik.
Pros:

I loved this hotel. Certainly one of my top 5 out of scores of hotels I've stayed in. They do everything right: terrific breakfast, great room comfort/size/lighting, loved the location, design/decor vibe is great, paid parking has generously sized spots, jazz band plays in the bar weekly, room comes with more toiletry amenities than I've every seen anywhere, and to top it off the staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The only way it could be better is if it was free, or they paid you to stay there.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • us
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Henna • couple • fi
10
Pros:

Loistava sijainti! Erinomainen aamupala ☺️ Laadukkaat sängyt -selkä tykkäsi!!

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Very friendly and competent staff. Great location

Cons:

Rooms very poorly lighted

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Marco • extended_group • de
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • de
8
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Christiane • couple • de
5
Würde ich nicht wieder buchen
Pros:

Zentrum

Cons:

Viel zu laut, liegt an einer Hauptstraße.
Drei Straßen treffen sich dort.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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magdalena • couple • uy
5
No volvería a ese hotel. Lo elegí pensando que sería un buen cierre para nuestra semana islandesa y fue una desilusión.
Pros:

La ubicación era cómoda

Cons:

No me gustó el estilo dela decoración, un poco tipo fábrica, pero entiendo que sea un estilo .
El dormitorio de paredes negras y grises y con muy poca iluminación, era muy oscuro.
Nosotros dormimos con ventana abierta, estábamos sobre la calle en una esquina y los ruidos de los autos y motos eran muy fuertes.
El restaurante nos pareció , comparando todos los hoteles visitados en nuestros 10 días de recorrido, poco acogedor y la comida “ con poco cariño”.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Poj • extended_group • th
9
Nice location,
Pros:

Nice location, near many good restaurants and cafes.
Walk 2 minutes to ‘Whale tour’ station.
Very kind staff.

Cons:

No free parking.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Nina Maria • solo_traveller • de
4
Pros:

Die Lage ist super.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war zu dunkel, die Türen klatschen zu heftig zu, so dass ich nachts davon immer aufgewacht bin. Frühstück nicht mit inbegriffen. Alles sehr kühl (Ausstrahlung des Hotels).

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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ALEXANDER JC • couple • nl
8
Goed
Pros:

Ontbijt (€27pp!) is goed Locatie op loopafstand van het centrum en parkeergeldvrij parkeren.

Cons:

Je moet wel van betonlook houden. Kamers en gangen voor een grootste onbewerkt beton.
Verlichting in de kamer is baperkt

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Mark458a • Couples
10
Customer Service
Pros:

My wife and I visited to evaluate the hotel for a future visit. Van graciously showed us a room and answered our questions. We reserved a suite as a result.

2026-06-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Cosy hotel
Pros:

Nice location, restaurant was good. Handy lockers for storing luggage.

Cons:

Parking a bit of a problem, the reception staff could have been more welcoming.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Herbert • couple • de
9
Pros:

sehr gutes Frühstück, modern eingerichtet, kleine Bäckerei inhouse, ebenfalls ein Restaurant (leider nur Burger), für Stadtbummel in Reykjavik super Lage, alles schnell zu erreichen

Cons:

das Hotel verfügt über ganz wenige Parkplätze, entweder Straßenparken (viel Zeitaufwand, wenig Möglichkeiten), oder sündhaft teures Parken auf der anderen Straßenseite (öffentlich) - deshalb für Touristen mit eig. PKW nicht zu empfehlen

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee