Hotel Reykjavík Centrum

Every now and then a four-star earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Hotel Reykjavík Centrum, in Reykjavík 101, 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 four-star earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Hotel Reykjavík Centrum, in Reykjavík 101, 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 well-appointed; the touches travellers mention most are reliable wi-fi, and the comfort feedback has been consistently flattering. With well over 1,000 reviews on the books and a genuinely glowing average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Expect to pay something in the region of €331 a night, a premium entry on the board, especially when stacked against nearby alternatives. All told, Hotel Reykjavík Centrum reads as one of those Reykjavik addresses worth lining up against the obvious choices before booking.