Hotels in Reykjavik

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

Reykjavik

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel 1

Axel’s take

Choose Holt for character, helpful staff and walkability, not contemporary luxury.

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Axel’s rating: 8.5/10 · A traditional, art-filled 4-star boutique hotel in central Reykjavik

Hotel Holt is a traditional 4-star boutique hotel whose Icelandic art collection and leather-armchair bar give it real personality. It’s a strong pick for travelers who prefer an intimate, old-school base to a sleek modern hotel. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the helpful reception team, clean rooms, breakfast and quiet location within walking distance of central Reykjavik. Free parking, subject to availability, adds practical appeal.

The trade-off is age: guests across sites describe dated furnishings, and some bedrooms and bathrooms feel tight. Standard double/twin rooms are around 18 square meters, so choose carefully if space matters. The restaurant is closed for regular dining and now hosts private events; breakfast continues, while the bar has limited opening days. We’d skip Holt if you expect contemporary four-star polish or full-service dining every evening.

Rooms
Traditional furnishings; standard double/twins are around 18 square meters, with some small bathrooms.
Cleanliness
Generally praised across sites; the hotel says room cleaning requires advance request.
Service
Helpful, welcoming reception staff are a consistent strength in recent reviews.
Amenities
Icelandic art, lounge, breakfast buffet and bar; regular bar hours run Tuesday through Saturday.
Fees and surprises
Breakfast costs extra unless included; free parking is subject to availability, and early or late checkout carries a surcharge.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

Bergstadastraeti 37, Reykjavik

Quiet central neighborhood, within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and Hallgrimskirkja.

Amenities and check-in

Icelandic art, lounge, breakfast buffet and bar; regular bar hours run Tuesday through Saturday.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • No pool
  • Breakfast (extra charge)
  • Bar
  • Parking (free)
  • EV charger
  • Airport shuttle (extra charge)
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Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel — Reykjavik, Iceland

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel is a traditional, art-filled 4-star boutique hotel in central Reykjavik in Reykjavik, Iceland.

Address: Bergstadastraeti 37, Reykjavik. Property ID: 1219102.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/reykjavik/hotel-holt-the-art-hotel-1219102

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$416$493 on Booking.com$77 less (16%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Axel private rates

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Total price: $531 USD

2026-12-02 to 2026-12-05 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-05$224 for 1 night · 2 nights $566 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-06$342 for 1 night · 2 nights $564 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-07$222 for 1 night · 2 nights $425 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $407 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$204 for 1 night · 2 nights $407 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $404 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$201 for 1 night · 2 nights $419 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$218 for 1 night · 2 nights $488 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$270 for 1 night · 2 nights $579 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$309 for 1 night · 2 nights $522 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$213 for 1 night · 2 nights $416 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $418 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$215 for 1 night · 2 nights $418 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $423 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$220 for 1 night · 2 nights $423 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $406 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $379 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$176 for 1 night · 2 nights $358 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$182 for 1 night · 2 nights $364 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$182 for 1 night · 2 nights $349 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$167 for 1 night · 2 nights $416 · up to 14 nights priced

Axel's take: 8.5/10

Choose Holt for character, helpful staff and walkability, not contemporary luxury. A traditional, art-filled 4-star boutique hotel in central Reykjavik, scored for what it is.

Hotel Holt is a traditional 4-star boutique hotel whose Icelandic art collection and leather-armchair bar give it real personality. It’s a strong pick for travelers who prefer an intimate, old-school base to a sleek modern hotel. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the helpful reception team, clean rooms, breakfast and quiet location within walking distance of central Reykjavik. Free parking, subject to availability, adds practical appeal.

The trade-off is age: guests across sites describe dated furnishings, and some bedrooms and bathrooms feel tight. Standard double/twin rooms are around 18 square meters, so choose carefully if space matters. The restaurant is closed for regular dining and now hosts private events; breakfast continues, while the bar has limited opening days. We’d skip Holt if you expect contemporary four-star polish or full-service dining every evening.

  • Best for: Art lovers and traditional-hotel fans; Couples exploring Reykjavik on foot; Road-trippers wanting central parking

  • Watch out for: Dated decor and some compact rooms; Restaurant closed for regular dining; Housekeeping must be requested

  • Location: Quiet central neighborhood, within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and Hallgrimskirkja.

  • Rooms: Traditional furnishings; standard double/twins are around 18 square meters, with some small bathrooms.

  • Cleanliness: Generally praised across sites; the hotel says room cleaning requires advance request.

  • Service: Helpful, welcoming reception staff are a consistent strength in recent reviews.

  • Amenities: Icelandic art, lounge, breakfast buffet and bar; regular bar hours run Tuesday through Saturday.

  • Fees and surprises: Breakfast costs extra unless included; free parking is subject to availability, and early or late checkout carries a surcharge.

Axel's opinion of Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 4-star hotel
  • Bergstadastraeti 37, Reykjavik
  • Guest rating: 4.5/5 on Google from 450 reviews (location 4.5/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV): 6 min by taxi · Keflavík International Airport: 48 min by taxi · The National Gallery of Iceland: 4 min walk · Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach: 6 min by taxi · Saga Museum: 6 min by taxi · The Icelandic Phallological Museum: 11 min walk
  • Amenities: No pool, Breakfast (extra charge), Bar, Parking (free), EV charger, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Meeting rooms
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Reykjavik

Room types

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Economy Single room

Economy Triple room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Standard room

Standard Duplex room

Standard room with view

Standard room with balcony

Standard Single room

Standard Single room with balcony

Standard Single room with balcony and with view

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with sea view

Standard Triple room with view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with sea view

Standard Quintuple room

Standard Family room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Single room with balcony (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with view (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Family room (sofa)

Comfort room

Comfort Single room

Comfort Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Business room

Business Single room with balcony

  • Room features: Balcony

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior room

Superior Single room

Superior Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds

Deluxe room

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Family room

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Executive room

Executive Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Classic room

Classic Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Classic Family room (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa

Junior Suite

Junior Suite with city view

Junior Suite with balcony

Junior Suite with balcony and with city view

Single Junior Suite

Single Junior Suite with balcony

Triple Junior Suite

Triple Junior Suite with balcony

Quadruple Junior Suite

Quadruple Junior Suite with balcony

Family Junior Suite

Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Double Junior Suite with city view (full double bed)

Double Junior Suite with balcony (full double bed)

Double Junior Suite with balcony and with city view (full double bed)

Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)

Twin Junior Suite with balcony (twin beds)

Triple Junior Suite

Quadruple Junior Suite

Quadruple Junior Suite with balcony

Standard Junior Suite

Standard Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Business Junior Suite

Business Junior Suite with balcony

  • Room features: Balcony

Grand Junior Suite

Grand Junior Suite with balcony

  • Room features: Balcony

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Single Suite

Triple Suite

Quadruple Suite

Family Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with city view (full double bed)

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Standard Suite

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Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 1

2 Bedrooms Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 2

3 Bedrooms Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 3

Studio

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