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Center Hotels Arnarhvoll in Reykjavik

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Iceland, Reykjavik, Islandiya
● Center: 1.4 km
🌞 Beach - 46 min
☎ Phone: +354 595 8540Show

Easy access to city centre with nice harbor views Clean, warm rooms and well-equipped facilities Friendly and helpful staff offering local recommendations Sauna and relaxation area for unwinding after cold days Close proximity to whale-watching pier and Harpa Concert Hall Good breakfast described as plentiful and tasty Convenient bus stop nearby for airport and city travel Some rooms are small with limited bathroom space, especially wash basins Thin walls lead to noticeable noise disturbances Front desk service varies; some guests found it less helpful Room 108 is noisy due to location near cleaning areas Shower water temperature inconsistent in some rooms Limited parking spaces at the hotel (5 spots), street parking requires fees
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Rooms and prices

2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
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Deluxe Single room
Deluxe Single room
Wireless internet, minibar and shower
Beds:
451 USD
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Double room
Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
Beds:
497 USD
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Deluxe Double room
Deluxe Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
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553 USD
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Double room with sea view
Double room with sea view
Wireless internet, minibar and private bathroom
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Deluxe Double room with sea view
Deluxe Double room with sea view
Wireless internet, minibar and private bathroom
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Description

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll is a 4-star hotel constructed in 2007, located on a street corner in Reykjavik’s Midborg district. It offers a range of rooms including Double, Deluxe Single, and Deluxe Double rooms, some with sea views that provide scenic vistas of the harbor and the nearby Harpa Concert Center. The hotel maintains a high standard of cleanliness and amenities, rated 9/10 in guest reviews. Its facilities include a restaurant, bar, sauna, fitness center, and a terrace, along with business services like meeting rooms and a business center. Free parking and WiFi are available, making it a convenient option for travelers arriving by car. Guests appreciate the warm, clean environment and the helpfulness of the staff, who provide local dining suggestions and assistance with tours. Breakfast is offered as a Western-style buffet from 7:00 to 10:00 daily. The hotel’s heated, non-smoking rooms come with modern conveniences such as air conditioning, safety deposit boxes, and express check-in/check-out options.

Location

The hotel is situated at Ingólfsstræti 1, just 2 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). It stands close to the waterfront, offering quick access to the harbor and whale-watching tour departure points. The Icelandic Phallological Museum lies only 266 meters away, and the Harpa Concert Hall is directly opposite the hotel. The nearby bus stop for line 5 is convenient for airport transfers and city travel. Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach is 3.1 km from the hotel, providing a natural swimming experience. For dining, Restaurant B5 is 321 meters away, known for its lively atmosphere and live music nights. The central location places you within walking distance of Reykjavik’s main attractions, cafes, and restaurants.

Tips

  • If you’re sensitive to noise, avoid room 108 and request a higher floor to minimize disturbances.
  • Consider booking a sea view room on upper floors for better harbor vistas.
  • Parking at the hotel is limited to five cars, so if arriving by car, plan for possible street parking nearby which may incur fees.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
  • Breakfast: To add breakfast, please contact the property. If available, you can pay for it on-site. Option: Buffet Cuisine: Western Opening hours: [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, JSB
  • Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 10:00.
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour reception
  • Elevator/lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Ticket assistance
  • Television in lobby
  • Terrace
  • All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Cable TV
  • Minibar
  • Hairdryer
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower/Bathtub
  • Linens
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features
Services and amenities
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Safe-deposit box
  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Telephone
Meals
  • Bar
  • Coffee/tea for guests
  • Diet menu (on request)
  • Breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Vending machine
  • Packed Lunches
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet access
Transfer
  • Airport transportation
  • Transfer services
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Italian
  • Multi-language staff
  • Polish
  • Turkish
Tourist services
  • Tour assistance
Recreation
  • Sun Deck
Pool and beach
  • Spa tub
  • Beach/pool towels
Business
  • Business center
  • Fax and copy machine
  • Meeting and presentation facilities
  • Conference Hall
Beauty and wellness
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • First Aid Kit
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 3100 m. It takes 46 minutes To the beach!

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Reviews

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09.02.2026 Massimo
The hotel sits on a street corner, with easy access to the city centre and a nice view of the harbour. Clean and warm, with enjoyable breakfast. The sauna and relaxation areas are not huge, but offer a nice opportunity to unwind after a long day out in the cold weather. The staff are friendly and happy to help with eating suggestions and deals available. I would definitely go back in the future.
05.01.2026 Kendo4
Hotel is in a great location (close to bus stop 5 which you'll get why knowing bus stop numbers is ideal as this is where you wait for yours to pick up or bus to the airport).
Breakfast is good and close to harbour means nice views.
Just come with an idea of spending more than you think as that is how Iceland is!
Blue Lagoon is a must...!
15.12.2025 Tiantututututu
The room facilities are complete and the space is quite large. It's very close to the pier, making it a great choice if you're planning a whale-watching trip. The hotel's hygiene is good, and it's super close to Boss Zhu's restaurant, highly recommended!
01.07.2025 Guest
The location is excellent, within walking distance to the city's popular attractions, restaurants, cafes, etc. The room is relatively small, but comfortable. The bathroom is relatively small, especially the wash basin. The so-called buffet breakfast is not bad, but there is not much choice of food. The hotel service and staff are very friendly and helpful.
07.06.2025 Catylina
Right opposite Hapa Concert Hall
08.04.2025 Missus
Great hotel but service at the front desk can be better.
10.02.2025 Guest
Pretty good, oceanfront with Northern Lights views.
28.01.2025 Niallt
Great stay good location very central to get to places in the city.
20.01.2025 Guest
Right at the city centre, close to tours gather point. However, the wall is thin and noise is noticeable
15.01.2025 Guest
Really nice hotel, clean and lovely staff, close to the Center, would definitely go back
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POIs near hotel

museum
The Icelandic Phallological Museum (4 min)
Reykjavik's unconventional museum houses the world's largest collection of phallic specimens from mammals, featuring over 200 preserved examples across multiple floors.
Tickets: Phallological Museum: Entry Ticket, 24 EUR View
museum
Reykjavik Art Museum (7 min)
Iceland's largest art museum showcasing contemporary and historical Icelandic works across multiple downtown locations. Collections span painting, sculpture, and photography reflecting the nation's artistic heritage.
Tickets: Iceland: Perfume Creation Workshop, 174 EUR View
museum
Reykjavik Museum of Photography (8 min)
Icelandic photography museum showcasing historic and contemporary works reflecting the nation's visual heritage and artistic traditions.
Tickets: Iceland: Perfume Creation Workshop, 174 EUR View
artwork
The Black Cone, Monument to Civil Disobedience (8 min)
Stone cone in central Reykjavik commemorating Iceland's 1944 independence declaration and protest against Danish sovereignty.
Tickets: Golden Circle & Kerið Crater: Grand Tour from Reykjavik, 76 EUR View
museum
The Settlement Exhibition (10 min)
Archaeological museum displaying Viking-age turf house ruins and artifacts from Reykjavík's 9th-century Norse settlement, established through radiocarbon dating.
Tickets: Reykjavík: Small-Group Northern Lights Tour, 146 EUR View

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
Restaurant «B5» (5 min)
Bankastræti 5, 101 Reykjavík
Reviews
23.10.2017 Emmelene
My friends and I touring Iceland came here on a Sat night around 9pm. It was still early enough where they had an acoustic guitarist singing cover songs. It wasn't that busy and had available seating at the time. It was nice and chill and we got to sing along too! However sometime later they started taking away the tables and chairs and more and more and MORE people started pouring in! Young crowd too. We got super lucky bc a group of people left their booth table which ended up being right by the DJ. At this point the it was a packed club (which I didn't expect at all lol). As with any packed club, it was very hard to get drinks and to move anywhere in the bar, and there was a long line for the bathroom to which my friends also added that 2 chicks got in a fight (sounds kinda interesting actually). They played American Music the rest of the night and even with the negative aspects of busy clubs, I still had a grand time, but of course alcohol helps lol.
01.10.2017 RustlingMedusa
Top quality sound system, my wife and I heard the music (and revellers) extremely clearly in my hotel over 50 metres away and all night long to boot! The set was top notch with good flow and a good selection of various upbeat music, the sound system made it so clear I could "shazam" over 80% of the DJ's set!
What an experience!
11/10 would definitely not sleep again!
13.09.2017 Rohith
Don't even think of going there. The worst club I have ever been to. 200 people cramped in a place where it can hold maximum 50 People spilling beer all over the place, drunk fightings, I can go on and on.
08.05.2017 Anton
Great place, been there several times. Always great service and nice staff. Their MangoTango is phenomenal

Frequently asked questions about Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Does Center Hotels Arnarhvoll have rooms with sea views?

Yes, the hotel offers Double rooms and Deluxe Double rooms with sea views.

Is breakfast included with the room rate?

Breakfast is not automatically included; it can be added by contacting the hotel and paid for on-site. The buffet is served from 07:00 to 10:00.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

No, pets are not allowed at Center Hotels Arnarhvoll.

How close is the hotel to Reykjavik Domestic Airport?

The hotel is approximately 2 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).

What wellness facilities does the hotel have?

The hotel features a sauna and a fitness center for guest use.

Hotel prices for: July - August 2026 calendar

The average hotel price this month is 587 USD The best time to book is July 23, with rates starting from 587 USD

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