Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

3.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Reykjavik Harbour

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Interior
Front of property
Standard Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Cafe
Bar (on property)
In the heart of Reykjavik, Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offers a warm welcome with its charming bar and helpful multilingual staff. Guests rave about the central location and delicious breakfast, while in-room WiFi keeps you connected.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free parking nearby
The current price is $154
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Church View Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic room with church view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Skolavordustigur 45, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Laugavegur - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harpa - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Loki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavik Roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Babalú - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Reykjavik City Hall and Harpa are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 164 ft
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1970
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2500 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ISK 7500.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

Also known as

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Hotel Leifur
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Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Reykjavik
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Leifur Eiriksson Reykjavík
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Leifur Eiriksson offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Leifur Eiriksson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs.

What's the area around Hotel Leifur Eiriksson like?

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 3-minute drive from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) and 18 minutes' walk from Reykjavik Harbour. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.

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Reviews

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was fresh, good, and had a large and healthy selection of items. (37 reviews)
  • The property's location offers easy access to many nearby restaurants and dining options. (7 reviews)
  • Free parking is conveniently located across the street from the property. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Bathroom
Breakfast
Shower
Elevator
Churches
Bed
View

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Superb area for walking, room was small er than I expected but worked perfectly just for me.
Jasmine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Across the street from the famous Church.

The breakfast was excellent and the wi-fi rock steady. Great place to stay.
Kirk, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel in a great spot by the famous church

Very good. Spent 4 nights. The hotel happily relocated us to a double room from a twin with views of the church. Breakfast had variety and set us up for our trips. The room was snug and clean. The reception staff were helpful and kind.
Alastair, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is perfect!

The staff at the front desk were super helpful; Maria and Marico! Went above and beyond with all the information and directions I needed to make my Iceland experience a treasured memory.
Olabode, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We really struck lucky!

Fantastic hotel, so well positioned in the city. The staff were amazing and nothing was too much trouble. Very clean and welcoming hotel. Particularly liked the complimentary hot chocolate (and teas & coffees) in the lobby!
Calum, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Edgardo, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Elegant clean and quirky. Loved being in the middle of town
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good room, kind staff, good breakfast, next to the beautiful Hallgrimskirkja and very close to the towns center 🙂
Gerben, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Great location but no elevator. My room was on the 4th floor and I had to carry all of my bags up. Additionally, the bathroom was extremely small and very difficult to use shower.
Brianna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here twice on our trip we liked it so much! Right downtown can walk to anything and everything! Room was clean, beds were comfy and the hotel receptionist was very nice!!!! Would stay here every day if I could
Ryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2025 Culture Night

The three day stay in one of the hotels solo rooms on the 2nd floor was met my expectation. The staff help me find my way around the city and book a tour and bus to the airport. The location is central to walking around central city. The only disappoint was the small bathroom and shower.
Theodore, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding customer service. Sneakily good buffet breakfast. Perfect location. Would do repeat biz without hesitation.
Thomas, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place for young people on the go.

Nice and cozy hotel. Quite area, but close to city life. No elevator. Smal rooms. But sufficient for our trip.
Jarle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in the center of Reykjavik. Plenty of parking and quirt area.
Celine Ulseth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for first night in Iceland !!

Our room was tiny, but had everything we needed, and overlooked the majestic cathedral. We could watch the people come and go from our big windows, and hear the church bells ring every 15 minutes. This did not affect our sleep, everything was nice and quiet at the hotel. We had a great experience at hotel Leifur Erickson and I highly recommend it. It’s in a great location and parking is easy, across the street near the cathedral. Dining options are also easy to get to from the hotel, and it’s at the top of a very good shopping street.
Ariel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

wouldnt be my 1st choice

excellent location but shower was poor, decent sized room
Debbi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with great view of the church. Easy to get anywhere in the city by walking.
Jamy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and friendly staff.
Cesar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

After six stays, I found the perfect location for me in Reykjavik. Well situated near everything.
Nicole, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Stay at Leifur Eiriksson

Great stay in Reykjavík. This hotel is historic, so don’t expect the rooms to be really large. they are not. The staff was nice. They let us store our bags before checkin was available. Also, if there in the summer, as we were, know that the rooms do not have air conditioning. It was not a problem for us as the outside temps were pleasant and you can open windows for ventilation. The location is hard to beat, right in the middle of downtown near all of the sights! Overall, a pleasant experience.
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location Great staff Nice breakfast Weak wifi Low shower head water pressure No program on TV as not connected to antenna
Koon Yin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Totally recommended

Great hotel with excellent location, if you only have a day at Reykjavík this is the place to stay because all touristic spots are walking distance. The girl at the front desk during mornings and another lady named Sophie were so helpful. Breakfast was fresh and good (specially a black bread). The room was a little small but clean and cozy with a beautiful window view of Hallgrimskirkja.
Mixiel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Di, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, we could walk to most places within 10-15mins. Next to bus stop 8. Good selection for continental breakfast.
Andrew, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

I really like this location. The bus stop #8 for pick up tours is probably 2 mins walk from the hotel. Some attractions are in walking distance. It is so convenient that they have luggage storage. I got a single room and it is just enough to sleep.
Hilda, 1-night trip