Hotel
Hotel Borg
Historic Art Deco hotel on Austurvöllur square, opened in 1930 as Iceland's first luxury hotel, with 99 rooms, a Tower Suite and the Borg Spa.
The Reykjavik EDITION
Five-star harbourfront hotel beside Harpa with 253 rooms and suites, the TIDES seafood restaurant, a rooftop bar and a social spa looking out over the bay.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury harbourfront hotel
- Area
- Old Harbour / Austurbakki, Reykjavik, Iceland
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Hotel class
- 5-star
- Official site
- editionhotels.com
Good to know
- 253 rooms and suites
- Spa
- Gym
- Rooftop bar
- Seafood restaurant
- Meeting and event spaces
Why we recommend it
The Reykjavik EDITION is a five-star hotel on the waterfront at Austurbakki, right next to Harpa concert hall and a few minutes' walk from the Old Harbour and Laugavegur, the main shopping street. It belongs to the EDITION brand, and its modern building makes the most of its position between the old town and the sea.
The hotel has 253 rooms and suites. Many look out over the harbour, Mount Esja or, on clear days, the Snæfellsjökull glacier on the far side of the bay, and some have private outdoor terraces. Bathrooms come with enclosed rainfall showers and Le Labo toiletries. At the top of the range, the Penthouse on the sixth floor has panoramic views over the city and the water.
Eating and drinking are a big part of the EDITION's appeal. TIDES is the main restaurant, focused on seafood and with its own entrance from the harbourside, and TIDES Café next door serves more casual meals. The Lobby Bar is the social centre of the ground floor, while THE ROOF is a rooftop bar with views over the harbour and mountains, a memorable place for a drink during the long summer evenings. The hotel also lists Tolt and SUNSET among its venues. The spa is described as a social spa, a place to relax with others rather than in silence, and there is a gym.
The hotel suits couples on a special trip, travellers who want polished service and design, and business visitors, who can use the meeting and event spaces. It is not the place for a budget stay, but the location is hard to beat: Harpa is next door, the Old Harbour's whale-watching boats are a short walk away and the restaurants and bars of the centre are all within ten minutes on foot.
Keflavík International Airport is about 45 minutes away by car, so a taxi or private transfer is the simplest option after a long flight, while the scheduled airport buses also serve the city centre. Book well ahead for summer and for weekends around the winter holidays, and reserve a table at TIDES or a spot at THE ROOF in advance if you want to eat or drink there at a popular time.
The Reykjavik EDITION FAQs
Where is The Reykjavik EDITION?
The hotel is at Austurbakki 2, 101 Reykjavik, on the waterfront next to Harpa concert hall.
How many rooms does the hotel have?
The Reykjavik EDITION has 253 rooms and suites.
What restaurants and bars are at the hotel?
The hotel's venues include TIDES restaurant, TIDES Café, the Lobby Bar, THE ROOF rooftop bar, Tolt and SUNSET.
Is there a spa?
Yes. The hotel has a spa, described as a social spa, and a gym.
What views do the rooms have?
Many rooms look over the harbour, Mount Esja or the Snæfellsjökull glacier, and some have private terraces.
How far is the hotel from the airport?
Keflavík International Airport is about 45 minutes away by car.
Is the hotel close to the main sights?
Yes. Harpa is next door, and the Old Harbour and Laugavegur are a short walk away.
How do I contact the hotel?
The hotel's phone number is +354 582 0000.