Reykjavik hotels where a family of four can share one room
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/where-to-stay/reykjavik/rooms/family-of-four
Updated October 20, 2026
For the lowest-cost option, choose Hostel B47 in Laugavegur & Hallgrímskirkja, accepting shared bathrooms. Hotel Fron in the same neighborhood offers two bedrooms and a kitchen within one apartment. Hotel Orkin in Hlemmur & Borgartún provides four singles and useful space. The Reykjavik Edition in Old Town & Harpa suits central sightseeing with two queens. For nearby buses and free parking, consider Hotel Ísland in Laugardalur, but expect a longer journey downtown.
How to choose
- Choose Hostel B47 if Choose Hostel B47 if low cost and central sights matter more than a private bathroom.
- Choose Hotel Fron if Choose Hotel Fron if you want separate bedrooms and a kitchen within one apartment.
- Choose Hotel Orkin if Choose Hotel Orkin if everyone wants a separate bed and you need free parking.
- Choose The Reykjavik Edition if Choose The Reykjavik Edition if you want two queen beds beside Harpa and walkable downtown sights.
The rooms, best first
1. Hotel Fron: Axel's take 8.3/10
- Neighborhood: Laugavegur & Hallgrímskirkja (#2 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Two-bedroom Apartment, One double and two single beds
- Cribs: Free for ages 0–2, on request · Rollaways: Ask the hotel
- Rate: $260 a night for four with Axel (median of 2 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: One double and two singles sleep four across two bedrooms, with a kitchen for family meals; confirm the bed arrangement because descriptions differ.
- Accept: Weekend street noise, one shared shower bathroom, and steps in some buildings.
- For families: Two separate bedrooms let parents and children sleep separately within one apartment.; Private kitchen with a stove, microwave, refrigerator and utensils for preparing family meals.; Sundhöllin public geothermal pool is a few minutes' walk away; there is no pool at the hotel.
2. Hotel Orkin: Axel's take 8.3/10
- Neighborhood: Hlemmur & Borgartún (#4 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Quadruple Room, Four single beds, about 366 sq ft
- Cribs: Ask the hotel · Rollaways: Ask the hotel
- Rate: $218 a night for four with Axel (median of 5 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: Four single beds sleep four without a sofa bed in approximately 366 square feet; breakfast and parking are included.
- Accept: Some rooms have mezzanine stairs; central sights are roughly 20 minutes away on foot.
- For families: Breakfast included.; Free parking is useful for families with a rental car.; Shared lounges and a games room provide space outside the bedroom.
- Neighborhood: Old Town & Harpa (#1 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Guest Double Queen, Two queen beds, about 300 sq ft
- Cribs: Free on request · Rollaways: Nightly fee; confirm permission in this room
- Rate: $468 a night for four with Axel (median of 14 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: Two queen beds accommodate four beside Harpa, making downtown walks easy; the approximately 300-square-foot room faces the courtyard.
- Accept: Compact for four, with no bathtub; the paid spa is adults-only.
- For families: Beside Harpa and steps from Laugavegur, making downtown sightseeing and meals easy on foot.; On-site laundry is listed among the hotel amenities.; Breakfast options include pancakes, waffles, fruit and pastries; the café serves sandwiches.
- Neighborhood: Old Harbour & Grandi (#3 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: STUDIO 6 Room, King-size bunk bed and sofa bed, about 258 sq ft
- Cribs: Ask the hotel · Rollaways: Ask the hotel
- Rate: $270 a night for four with Axel (median of 3 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: King-size stacked bunks sleep four without using the sofa bed; a mini-fridge and small seating area help in the 258-square-foot room near harbour tours.
- Accept: Confirm upper-bunk suitability; the room is compact, and road-facing rooms can be noisy.
- For families: Mini-refrigerator for drinks and snacks.; Small seating area in the room.; Old Harbour location close to downtown Reykjavík.
5. Hostel B47: Axel's take 7.7/10
- Neighborhood: Laugavegur & Hallgrímskirkja (#2 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Economy Quadruple room with shared bathroom, Two twin bunk beds, about 161 sq ft
- Cribs: Ask the hotel · Rollaways: Ask the hotel
- Rate: $192 a night for four with Axel (median of 7 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: Two twin bunk beds give four people their own sleeping places in a private room, with a shared kitchen and free parking.
- Accept: Shared bathrooms, very limited floor space, guest noise, and limited on-site staff.
- For families: Shared kitchen for preparing meals.; Free parking is included for this room.; Bed linen and towels are included.
- Neighborhood: Laugardalur (#5 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Superior Room, Two queens or queen plus twins, about 323 sq ft
- Cribs: Ask the hotel · Rollaways: Ask the hotel
- Rate: $363 a night for four with Axel (median of 5 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: Two queens or a queen and two singles accommodate four in approximately 323–431 square feet, with a small refrigerator; confirm your bed layout.
- Accept: Downtown is a 30–40-minute walk; the spa excludes children under 16.
- For families: Four people sleep in proper beds, without a sofa bed.; A small refrigerator can hold snacks and drinks.
- Neighborhood: Laugavegur & Hallgrímskirkja (#2 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Quadruple Room, Four singles or double plus twins, about 269 sq ft
- Cribs: Free on request · Rollaways: Not available
- Rate: $304 a night for four with Axel (median of 6 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: Four singles or a double and two singles accommodate four without a sofa bed, in approximately 269 square feet near Laugavegur and the waterfront.
- Accept: Confirm the beds; rooms can feel dated, and housekeeping must be requested.
- For families: Close to the waterfront and Laugavegur for walks, shops and places to eat.; Laundry and dry-cleaning services are available.; Breakfast buffet available; check whether your booking includes it.
8. Hotel Cabin: Axel's take 6.9/10
- Neighborhood: Laugardalur (#5 of 5 in Reykjavik)
- Room for four: Standard family room, Double/twins, overhead bunk and convertible bench
- Cribs: Ask the hotel · Rollaways: Ask the hotel
- Rate: $254 a night for four with Axel (median of 3 rates, last 60 days)
- Why it works: A double or twins, overhead bunk and convertible bench accommodate a maximum of four; an in-room cooler and free parking cover practical needs.
- Accept: One person sleeps on a converted bench; thin walls can disturb sleep.
- For families: In-room cooler for drinks and snacks.; Free parking.; Breakfast included when booking directly through the hotel's website.
How this list is made: of the 38 hotels Axel ranks in Reykjavik, 8 sell one room for four. Each room here was checked against the hotel's own pages; each rate is the median of the one-room, four-guest rates Axel saw in the last 60 days. Pick dates on a hotel's page for live rates.
Questions families ask
Which rooms have two queens rather than doubles, bunks or sofa beds?
The Reykjavik Edition’s Guest Double Queen has two queen beds and accommodates four. Hotel Ísland’s Superior Room can have two queens, but another layout uses one queen and two singles, so confirm yours. Hotel Orkin offers four singles. Reykjavik Marina’s STUDIO 6 uses stacked king-size bunks, not two side-by-side double beds.
Which option gives a family the most usable space?
Hotel Fron offers two bedrooms and a kitchen within one apartment, though its floor area is not confirmed. Among rooms with published measurements, Hotel Ísland’s Superior Room ranges from approximately 323–431 square feet, while Hotel Orkin’s Quadruple Room is around 366. Marina’s capacity for six does not mean spaciousness: STUDIO 6 is approximately 258 square feet.
Can we add a crib or rollaway?
Free cribs are listed at The Reykjavik Edition and Fosshotel Barón; Hotel Fron offers them on request for infants aged 0–2. Fosshotel Barón does not offer rollaways. Edition lists rollaways for a nightly fee, but permission in the Guest Double Queen is unconfirmed. Ask the other hotels directly, and confirm whether a crib fits alongside your family’s beds.
How much more does a room for four cost than a room for two?
There is no confirmed same-night comparison here between each hotel’s cheapest double room and its room for four, so a reliable family-room premium cannot be stated. Hostel B47 is the lowest-cost option among these choices, followed by Hotel Orkin. Compare the exact four-person category and check breakfast, parking and bathroom arrangements rather than relying on a hotel’s starting rate.
Which neighborhood makes a family stay easiest?
Laugavegur & Hallgrímskirkja puts shops, meals and sights within walking distance; Hotel Fron can have weekend nightlife noise. Old Town & Harpa suits central sightseeing, while Old Harbour & Grandi works well for boat tours. Hlemmur & Borgartún offers Hotel Orkin’s parking and a longer walk. Laugardalur has bus connections but sits outside the main sightseeing core.
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