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Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Reykjavik Harbour

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A buffet setup with various food items and hanging plants.
A modern kitchen with a large island, pendant lights, and a view of the city.
A cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs, a floor lamp, and a large window with a view.
A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and two leather chairs.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a yellow bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a window with a view of the outside.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Skolavordustigur 45, Reykjavik, 101
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Church View Room

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a mirror, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted picture.

Church View Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed artwork, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, a mirror, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Panoramic Room with Church View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Panoramic Room with Church View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a mirror, and two wall-mounted picture frames.

Economy Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with sheer curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a lamp, a door, and a window.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik stay.A stay at this Downtown Reykjavik hotel places you steps from Hallgrimskirkja and a 5-minute walk from Laugavegur. Skólavörðustígur and Leifur Eiríksson statue are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Laugavegur - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Iceland Phallological Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Harpa - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Loki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ægir Bar Taproom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

3-star hotel near Reykjavik Harbour
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson also features concierge services and a front-desk safe.

This 3-star Reykjavik hotel is smoke free.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offers 47 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (ISK 2,500 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,500 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 7500.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 2500 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: ISK 2500 per day (164 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 7500.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Leifur Eiriksson to the airport?

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) away from the Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $415, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Leifur Eiriksson have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson.

How close is Hotel Leifur Eiriksson to the beach?

This hotel is 1.9 mi (5-min drive) from Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach.

Does Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ISK 2500 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Leifur Eiriksson have a pool?

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Leifur Eiriksson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Leifur Eiriksson to downtown Reykjavik?

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson is 0.6 mi away from Reykjavik.

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1013 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room in an excellent location! Very walkable and the staff was super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a central location, close to everything Reykjavik has to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for everything and if you are taking Get Your Guide tours the pick up is just across the street. The bed was super comfortable after a long day touring. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Asheesh

Disliked: Cleanliness
Only good thing about this hotel is the location otherwise the property is very dated and not clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay convenient to all near all want we want yo go
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

April Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location. Older hotel but worth an inconveni
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location for exploring Reykjavik. Super friendly and helpful staff. Room space was small but well appointed and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at Leifur Erickson and found the staff to be very nice, helpful, and accommodating. The pillow and bed firmness could be improved but everything else was good. The location of this hotel is fantastic and I would recommend staying here while in Reykjavik.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accomodating staff, clean rooms, and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. Very close to restaurants, shops, and just across from Bus Stop #8.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean. Friendly staff. Had a great stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly, helpful staff and a fantastic location in the heart of downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chung Hin Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location right in front of the church. Great ambience and cute rooms that smell very nice. Good breakfast also, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sitara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the location is top-notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lovely staff and a great city centre spot with perfect views of the church. Room was a little on the small side but we were only there one night so it did the job
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Right across the street from Hallgrimskirkja and next door to ROK where I been several times during my visits to Reykjavik. Nice clean rooms. I like the bar area as well as my view of Hallgrimskirkja from my room.
Reception area
Sitting area on 3rd floor
My room
View from my room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keaton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Filipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location right by Hallgrímskirkja—super easy to walk everywhere downtown. The staff were really friendly, the room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. Breakfast was a great start to the day. Would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

IRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Wonderful and courteous staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wing Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, close to BSI bus terminal and shops. Clean room. Staff are very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026