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Thingholtsstraeti 3-5, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

Thingholt By Center Hotels - Boutique hotel with spa and live music near Harpa Concert Hall

Located in downtown Reykjavik, a 5-minute walk from Harpa Concert Hall and Laugavegur shopping street. The hotel features an on-site Ísafold Restaurant serving Icelandic and international dishes, a bar with cocktails and live music, and an Ísafold spa with a steam room, hot tub, and massage treatments. Designed by Icelandic architect Gulla Jonsdottir, the property includes a boardroom and a meeting room with projectors and free Wi-Fi. Staff can arrange day trips to the Blue Lagoon, snowmobile safaris, and whale watching. The hotel has been nominated for World Travel Awards' boutique hotel of the year.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free breakfast buffet

Dry cleaning and laundry services

Car rentals on-site

Outdoor patio area

Live music performances at Jörgensen Kitchen & Bar

Rooms

The hotel offers 52 rooms in four types: Standard, Deluxe, Junior Suites, and Loft Suites. Some rooms on the 3rd and 4th floor have views of the city center, harbor, bay, and nearby mountains. All rooms feature a minibar, modern bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Suites include a seating area and bathtub.

Other conveniences

Free Wi-Fi

Safe deposit box

Wardrobe

AM/FM alarm clock

Satellite channels

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

305 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Reykjavik1400 ft

Airports

Reykjavik (RKV) 1.6 mi

Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF) 31.7 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Internet

Internet access

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Internet access
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Happy hour

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Facial
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Full body massage

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Hotel Location

Thingholtsstraeti 3-5, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

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Thingholtsstraeti 3-5, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101

City landmarks

Church

Hallgrimskirkja

2300 ft

Museum

National Museum of Iceland

3700 ft

Event hall

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

2200 ft

Museum

Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum

2300 ft

Art object

The Sun Voyager

3100 ft

Museum

Icelandic Phallological Museum

3500 ft

Public Building

Rathhus

2300 ft

Museum

Saga Museum

4000 ft

Landmark

Volcano House

2200 ft

Museum

Reykjavik Museum of Photography

2100 ft

Landmark

Perlan

1.3 mi

Museum

The Reykjavik Maritime Museum of Vikin

4300 ft

Museum

Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center

4100 ft

Landmark

Solfar Sculpture

1.4 mi

Museum

Whales of Iceland

5200 ft

Landmark

Nordic House

4500 ft

Landmark

Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool

1.0 mi

Landmark

Tales from Iceland

3500 ft

Landmark

Sundhollin Public Baths

3400 ft

Nearby

Museum

The Settlement Exhibition

1600 ft

Market

Kolaportith

1600 ft

Mall

Laugavegur

1600 ft

Tjörnin 101

Lake Tjornin

1300 ft

Marina

Old Harbour

1000 ft

Museum

The Icelandic Punk Museum

500 ft

Park

Austurvollur Square

1200 ft

Museum

National Museum

1400 ft

Museum

Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus

1700 ft

Public Building

The Culture House

900 ft

Public Building

The Parliament House

1200 ft

Restaurants

Sushi Social

200 ft

101 Thingholtsstraeti 5

Solon Bistro & Bar

300 ft

Bankastraeti 7a

Primo Ristorante

300 ft

Thingholtsstraeti 1

Islenski barinn The Icelandic Bar

500 ft

Ingolfsstraeti 1a

Spanski

400 ft

Ingolfsstraeti 8 101 Reykjavík

Prikid

400 ft

Bankastraeti 12

200 ft

Bankastraeti 5

Petersen svitan i Gamla Bio

500 ft

Ingolfsstraeti 2a 3rd Floor

Mama Reykjavik

500 ft

Laugavegi 2

Kitchen and Wine

600 ft

Hverfisgata 10 101 Hotel

Hard Rock Cafe

700 ft

Laekjargata 2A

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

86%

loved it & would return

great location

Nordic design

limited dining options

Wi-Fi not included

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.7

Service

8.7

Dining

7.8

Herbert

United States, May 2024

9.0/10

The hotel is perfectly located in the center of Reykjavik, just off the main shopping street, offering a Nordic touch in its rooms with great bathrooms and even a bath for relaxation. The service is top-notch, with room service, tour assistance, and more. The location is superb, near Bus Stop 6 and everything in the city center. The dining experience with Spanish food is included and delightful. The facilities are impressive, making for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with views over Reykjavik were beautifully designed with a Nordic touch and the bathrooms were excellent.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, offering a range of conveniences from room service to tour assistance.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated just off the main shopping street in the center of Reykjavik, making it convenient to explore the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience with Spanish food was a delightful inclusion, adding to the overall experience.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided added great value to the stay, enhancing comfort and convenience for guests.

great location

limited dining options

Harold

United States, January 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers fantastic rooms with great views over Reykjavik and all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The service is top-notch with an array of convenient options available. The dining experience is superb with natural products served. Overall, the hotel provides a luxurious experience with a few drawbacks to consider.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are beautifully designed with a great temperature and stunning views over Reykjavik.

Service

9.0

The service here is exceptional with various options like room service and tours available.

Location

7.0

Situated directly over a nightclub, the location may be noisy for light sleepers.

Dining

8.0

Dining experience is fantastic with natural products offered at all times.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts modern facilities ensuring a luxurious stay for all guests.

Henry

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is ideally located just off the main shopping street in the center of Reykjavik. The rooms offer great views and come with all necessary amenities, but they lack sufficient storage for cases or clothing. The service is outstanding, with room service available and helpful staff. The location is convenient for exploring downtown Reykjavik but can be noisy due to nearby nightclubs. Dining options include barbecue and breakfast served at 6.00am. The facilities are adequate, offering various services like car hire and laundry.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms have great views and are equipped with all necessary amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, and the staff was very helpful.

Location

7.0

The hotel is just off the main shopping street in the center of Reykjavik, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

6.0

The dining options include barbecue and early breakfast at 6.00am.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers various services such as car hire and laundry, making the stay convenient.

Samuel

United States, August 2023

9.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Reykjavik, surrounded by numerous shops and attractions. The rooms feature a charming Nordic touch with ample storage for clothing and cases along with modern bathrooms equipped with freestanding baths. The service offered includes room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, tours/ticket assistance, and even a happy hour. The hotel's central position, just off the main shopping street, Bus Stop 3, makes it incredibly easy to explore the vibrant city. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including delicious cured meats. Overall, the facilities provided enhance the guest experience, ensuring a memorable stay.

Rooms

9.0

I loved the cozy Nordic touch in the rooms, and the bathrooms were simply fantastic with the freestanding baths.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was exceptional, offering a wide range of amenities and assistance. From car hire to room service, everything was top-notch.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is superb, right in the middle of downtown Reykjavik. It's a perfect starting point to explore all the city has to offer.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially the selection of cured meats which was a real treat.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides a wide range of facilities that cater to every guest's needs, making the stay comfortable and convenient.

Lovely Nordic touch in rooms

Limited dining options

Peter

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable but had a not great view. The service was decent with room service available. The central location was convenient, close to the main street for easy access to shops and tours. The dining options were good with early breakfast offered. However, the facilities were just average.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable with all necessary amenities, although the view was not great.

Service

7.0

The service was decent with room service available.

Location

8.0

The central location was convenient, close to the main street for easy access to shops and tours.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good with early breakfast provided.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were just average.

John

United Kingdom, April 2023

9.0/10

The hotel offers a relaxing stay with great spa access, albeit with a not-so-great view. The rooms come with all necessary amenities and a nice bathtub, making for a comfortable experience. However, there might be room for improvement in the scenic views. The service is top-notch, offering various conveniences like room service, car hire, and laundry. The location is superb, situated in the center of Reykjavik close to the main street, making it convenient for exploring the city. The dining experience is terrific, especially with the included stewed partridge, adding a culinary delight to the stay. The facilities are well-maintained, enhancing the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are well-equipped and come with a nice bathtub.

Service

9.0

The service is impeccable, offering a range of conveniences.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located in the center of Reykjavik close to the main street.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience is exceptional, especially with the included stewed partridge.