This stylish and original hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Reykjavik’s main shopping street, Laugavegur. It offers free WiFi and rooms with a satellite TV and a tea/coffee maker.

At Thingholt by Center Hotels, the individually designed rooms feature a minibar, modern bathroom facilities and guest bathrobes.

A free internet computer is found in the lobby. The hotel’s Ísafold Restaurant offers a combination of Icelandic and internationally inspired dishes. The bar features modern lighting and a hip atmosphere for enjoying cocktails and company.

Staff can help arrange day trips to the Blue Lagoon, snowmobile safaris, whale watching trips and other activities.

This is our guests’ favourite part of Reykjavík, according to independent reviews.