Hotel Borg by Keahotels
Reykjavik
At a glance
Hotel Borg by Keahotels stands as a beacon of elegance and sophistication in Reykjavik. Known as Iceland's first luxury hotel, it has retained a sense of grandeur and charm that captivates visitors. Located on Pósthússtræti, the hotel is ideally situated in the bustling downtown area, providing easy access to prominent city landmarks such as Hallgrímskirkja and the Parliament House. This proximity places guests within walking distance of numerous cafes and restaurants, making it a suitable choice for avid explorers and urban wanderers alike.
The hotel features 99 rooms, ranging from singles to suites, each designed with spaciousness and comfort in mind. The interiors blend Art Deco elements, offering a blend of classic style and modern convenience. Guests can enjoy amenities like king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms, Nespresso coffee machines, wireless speakers, and flat-screen TVs, ensuring a comfortable stay.
An added allure of Hotel Borg is the Borg Spa, a haven of tranquility amidst the lively exterior of Reykjavik. Visitors booking directly can enjoy access to the spa's facilities, which include hot tubs and steam baths. Additionally, the spa offers a diverse range of treatments that cater to various relaxation needs, such as massages, facial treatments, and body therapies.
Beyond its accommodations, Hotel Borg is equipped with conference and meeting facilities, catering to business travelers in need of professional spaces. Free WiFi throughout the hotel ensures guests remain connected during their stay.
Reviews
Centrally located and close to bus stop 3, this was an excellent choice for a long weekend. They accommodate a request for two twin beds. The staff was friendly and helpful; the room was well appointed and clean.
Very close with park, nice bar and pubs. Quite strategic location, easy to walk to some point of interest in Reykjavik. Very clean Hotel, however its a quite old building i guess. Breakfast only open starting 7am sharp.
Cute art deco hotel conveniently located in Reykjavik. Rooms vary in size. The room I stayed in needed some upkeep: paint, replacing bulbs, fixture corrections. Niceties were a great breakfast spread, a comfortable bed, heated bathroom floor, and towel warmers. No on-site parking so prepare for paying for parking lots or garages with walks to/from the hotel. Bus stops nearby are frequently used by tour companies for pickup - specifically Bus stops #1 and #3 which are less than a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Overall a nice hotel - especially if you use tour companies exclusively. If you plan to roadtrip, finding parking can be challenging at different times of the year/day so do your research.
The Hotel Borg is perfectly located in central Reykjavik. Restaurants and grocery stores are super close. Breakfast was plentiful and very good. I liked the fact that they had traditional Icelandic foods and signs explaining it. There is no AC in the rooms and they run pretty warm. You can open the balcony doors, but there are no screens. Rooms are an ok size, but more on the smaller side. I had no issues during our stay, but the couple we traveled with had to change their room twice. Once because the room itself had a funky smell and the other was due to a mildew smelling shower curtain. There are only like four parking spots on the street in front of the hotel, so unloading is a bit of a challenge. Parking is available in the underground garage under city hall. It’s a short walk and recommend using the Parka app.
