Race to Reykjavik
Iceland’s laid-back, diminutive capital punches way above its weight on pretty much every level
were at hand, a hotel fit for foreign heads of state, dignitaries, and celebrities was desperately needed in Reykjavik. Dignified and imposing, Hotel Borg overlooks the beautiful square of Austurvöllur, in the heart of Reykjavik, across from Althingi, the Icelandic parliament and the cathedral.
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STAY
HOTEL HOLT An established and well known luxury hotel in the heart of Reykjavik. The hotel has a good reputation due to the outstanding customer service, great location and luxurious rooms and
amenities.The property is located in a quaint little street close to the city centre with options for large suites, junior suites or ample double and single rooms. The hotel is known the world over for its art collection, which is the largest privately owned collection in Iceland, which makes the hotel even more unique.
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HOTEL BORG
Hotel Borg was originally built by Jóhannes Jósefsson, a famous strong-man and adventurer. After competing in the 1908 Olympics and travelling in America with Barnum & Baileys circus, he returned to Iceland in 1927 with one goal: a dream to build a luxury hotel. As the first millennium celebrations of the republic
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HOTEL 101 Occupying a historic 1930s building in downtown Reykjavik, overlooking stunning harbour views, this chic hotel is a stylish haven for travellers from all over the world. 101 Hotel’s sleek interior monochrome palette is the epitome of Nordic cool, with extraordinary artwork by Icelandic artists found throughout the public areas. The
attentive, professional staff invites you to relax and enjoy the comfortable interiors of rooms bathed in natural light, a restaurant and bar offering modern Icelandic and international cuisine, and amenities that include a luxurious spa.
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HÓTEL REYKJAVÍK CENTRUM Featuring a restaurant and allergy-free rooms, Hotel Reykjavik Centrum is located in the central Reykjavik 101 district. Designed across three buildings, the oldest section is from 1764, the remains of a Viking longboat found on-site plus the bones of Iceland’s oldest human remains from 870AD make this an incredibly important historical site as well as a wonderful hotel. The hotel’s bar and restaurants are relaxed, nicely presented and are perfect after a hard day pounding the streets and getting your little bit of culture. If you’re looking for a hotel away from the normal sterile business hotels then, you’ve found it. Plus, for Iceland - it’s great value.
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EAT
RSAEGREIFINN Lunch with a view of the harbour, nothing better. Obviously some kind of fishy soup is a must, with the lobster coming top of the locals’ favourite. A little touristic, but a great selection of crafts beer on tap. €€
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