Day Dream Vesturgata 17 Reykjavik

Every now and then a condo hotel earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Day Dream Vesturgata 17 Reykjavik, in Vesturbær, is one of those. Geographically speaking it's barely a stroll from the centre of Reykjavik, and the strong location rating in guest reviews backs that up. Rooms feel…

Every now and then a condo hotel earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Day Dream Vesturgata 17 Reykjavik, in Vesturbær, is one of those. Geographically speaking it's barely a stroll from the centre of Reykjavik, and the strong location rating in guest reviews backs that up. Rooms feel modest; the touches travellers mention most are reliable wi-fi, and the comfort feedback has been uneven. There's a particular atmosphere to the place, neither overdesigned nor neglected. The numbers behind the reviews tell their own story, well over 1,100 reviews, scoring solid on balance. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Expect to pay something in the region of €115 a night, a strong-value entry on the board, especially when stacked against nearby alternatives. It's the kind of Reykjavik property that rewards a careful comparison, the spec sheet doesn't quite capture what makes it tick.