Apotek Hotel by Keahotels in Reykjavik
✅ Staff described as wonderful, attentive, and helpful, with specific praise for front desk agent Daniel ✅ Clean, comfortable rooms with updated bathrooms and good sound insulation ✅ Excellent breakfast buffet and restaurant meals noted in multiple reviews ✅ Convenient central location close to key attractions and public transport ✅ Additional services such as luggage storage, concierge, and car hire appreciated ❌ Rooms are generally small with limited space to move around ❌ Early check-in fee of €50 considered unusual and costly by some guests ❌ Noise from the hotel bar late at night disturbed at least one guest ❌ Some guests found the shower controls difficult to operate ❌ One review reported poor customer service and rude staff, though this was a minority opinion
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Description
Apotek Hotel by Keahotels is a four-star property housed in a historic building constructed in 1917, combining classical architecture with modern amenities. The hotel offers a range of room types including Small Single, Standard Double, Superior Double, Deluxe Double, Double Junior Suite, and Double Tower Suite, catering to diverse guest needs. Its facilities include a spa and wellness centre with sauna and massage services, a fitness centre, and meeting rooms, alongside conveniences like free parking, car hire, and a business centre. The on-site Apotek Restaurant serves a well-regarded buffet breakfast and dinner. Guests have noted the hotel’s clean and comfortable rooms with updated bathrooms and praised the attentive, helpful staff, especially at the front desk. While rooms tend to be on the smaller side, they are quiet and well sound insulated. Early check-in is possible but carries an additional fee. WiFi is available throughout, and the hotel supports guests with concierge, laundry, and currency exchange services.
Location
Located at Austurstraeti 16 in central Reykjavik, Apotek Hotel is within easy walking distance to major landmarks. The Icelandic Phallological Museum is only 191 meters away, and the Reykjavik Art Museum is 214 meters from the hotel. Several highly rated restaurants such as Matarkjallarinn (215 m) and Fish Company (228 m) are nearby. The hotel is close to bus stops, including bus number 2, facilitating airport transfers with Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) just 2 kilometers away. For beach lovers, Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach is approximately 2.9 kilometers from the hotel. Its central position allows guests to access Reykjavik’s main shopping and entertainment areas on foot.
Tips
- Expect small but clean and quiet rooms, so plan accordingly if you prefer more spacious accommodations.
- If you arrive early, be prepared to pay a €50 fee for early check-in.
- For a good meal, try the hotel’s restaurant which guests often recommend for both breakfast and dinner.
- If you have a car, use the free parking but note that city parking options may be limited beyond the hotel lot.
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: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Television in lobby
- Fire Extinguisher
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Reception desk
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Bathrobe
- Linens
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Iron and board
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car rental
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Spa tub
- Beach/pool towels
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Doctor
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Babysitting and childcare
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 2930 m. It takes 44 minutes To the beach!
Hotel view
Video: Apótek Hotel Reykjavík by Keahotels, Reykjavík, Iceland
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Reviews
Hotel itself is on a strange one way that Google Maps has a hard time directing to. Visited here in mid February so it was quiet and lots nearby to walk to. There are a lot of nearby bars and restaurants so I could see this being a popular spot.
The reason I can’t give a 5 because the room itself was small though, we had a double twin-bed room, there was one small closet and a small table and there was barely any space to move. Also, we reached early and asked about checkin - they immediately said the room was ready but we would be charged €50 for early checkin which we thought was odd, as if they were prepared to gouge tourists.
It seems to be an old building. the wodden floor in the room is not perfect, but since it is old it is okay. it was verry clean.
Breakfast was extremely good and there was a big variety in the buffet. 10/10.
The rooms were quiet and well sound insulated. it smelled good. hand soap, body wash, hair shampoo and conditioner was good.
The fuse for the Lights went out once, staff was kind and helped fast. the hotel has no parking but the big city parking is like 6minutes to walk.
The only negative point: the handle/ knob/ tab to turn on the water in the shower had no grip. my hands were full of conditioner and i could not turn the water back on... i had to get creative. i walked to the sink and grabbed a face wash towel to turn back on the shower.
Our room needed a bit more brighter lights, but the bed and shower were excellent; there is also a fridge in the room and a small coffee maker. Good coffee within a block too.
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Frequently asked questions about Apotek Hotel by Keahotels
What types of rooms are available at Apotek Hotel by Keahotels?
The hotel offers Small Single room, Standard Double room, Superior Double room, Deluxe Double room, Double Junior Suite, and Double Tower Suite.
Is there parking available at the hotel?
The hotel provides free parking for guests.
Are pets allowed at Apotek Hotel?
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are permitted.
Does the hotel have a restaurant and what meals are served?
Yes, there is a restaurant serving buffet breakfast daily from 07:00 to 10:00, as well as dinner.
How far is Apotek Hotel from Reykjavik Domestic Airport?
The hotel is approximately 2 kilometers from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).
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Hotel prices for: May - June 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 380 USD The best time to book is May 26, with rates starting from 292 USD