Kvosin Downtown Hotel
Historic Nordic-minimalist boutique. Apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes, Sóley organic toiletries, and unique Icelandic folklore-inspired room names. Feels more like a private manor than a hotel chain — intimate, personal, grounded in the city's history.
Aldamót Bar happy hour runs 4–7pm — a great spot to unwind before heading out to dinner
Why It Matters
Occupies one of Reykjavík's earliest multi-family residential buildings, which also holds the distinction of being the first in the city to have central heating. The location is as central as it gets — facing the parliament square. Past tenants of the building include Iceland's first breweries, restaurants, travel services, and medical practices.
A 24-room boutique hotel inside the historic Kirkjuhvoll building on Austurvöllur square — right next door to Alþingi (the Icelandic parliament) and Dómkirkjan (Reykjavík's oldest cathedral). The building dates to 1901 and was carefully restored in 2013. High ceilings, hardwood floors, Icelandic folklore touches, and Nespresso machines in every room. The Aldamót Bar downstairs doubles as a breakfast room by morning and a cocktail bar with happy hour by evening.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Deluxe Room
At 38 sqm with a queen bed plus a sofa bed, the Deluxe Room is where the property starts to feel genuinely spacious. Well-suited for a small family or two friends travelling together. Separate living and sleeping areas, a full kitchenette, and the same heritage-rich details throughout. Accommodates up to 4 guests.
Queen + Sofa Bed · 38 sqm
Junior Suite
The Junior Suite adds a private balcony with city views to the spacious formula. Bright layout, room for up to 6 guests — works well for families or groups of friends who want their own outdoor perch. The balcony is a genuine selling point, especially in summer with Reykjavík's long days.
43 sqm
Roof Top Suite
The top of the building and the top of the room tier. At 60 sqm, the Roof Top Suite has a king bed, a twin-size bunk bed, and — the headline feature — two private terraces with sweeping views over downtown Reykjavík, including direct sightlines to the parliament and cathedral. Accommodates 4 guests. The two separate outdoor terraces make it uniquely suited for nights when you want to watch the northern lights or the midnight sun without leaving your room.
King + Twin Bunk · 60 sqm
Standard Room
The smallest room in the house — compact but well-considered, with a private terrace overlooking the square. Queen bed, clean design, all the essentials including a kitchenette with Nespresso, walk-in shower, and Sóley toiletries. Good for a couple who plans to spend most of their time out in the city.
Queen · 17 sqmSuperior Room
A step up in space and comfort. The Superior Room blends clean Nordic design with practical warmth — more room to spread out after a day of walking the city. The generous size makes it feel close to apartment living. Accommodates 2 guests.
Queen · 25 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hotel concierge arranges private airport transfers to/from Keflavik International Airport (approx. 45–60 min). Must be arranged at least 72 hours in advance.
Classic Icelandic Golden Circle tour (Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss) bookable through the hotel. Pickup from Bus Stop #1, one block from the hotel.
South Iceland day tour (Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, black sand beaches) bookable through the hotel concierge.
Seasonal puffin spotting tours from the harbour, bookable through the hotel concierge.
The concierge arranges whale watching boat tours departing from Reykjavík harbour, under a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and bar area. Reliable speeds reported by guests.
Snacks, essentials, and toiletries available for purchase at the lobby pantry. A separate cooler stocks beverages, beer, wine, fresh fruit, and cheeses. Books and games are available to borrow at no charge. Complimentary coffee and water also in the lobby.
Bathroom towel warmer included in rooms.
Individual in-room safe in all rooms.
All rooms include a kitchenette with marble counters, Nespresso machine, induction cooktop, full-size mini-fridge, sink, dishware, silverware, and cleaning supplies. Fridge items can be pre-ordered through the hotel.
Premium Sóley brand bath products, made with organic wild Icelandic herbs from a small village near the northern fjords. Full-size shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and hand soap in all rooms.
Common outdoor deck area at the rear of the ground floor. Individual room balconies on upper floors (Junior Suite, Roof Top Suite) and access decks across room entrances.
Laundry service available for guests.
Award-winning concierge team arranges airport transfers, whale watching, puffin tours, Golden Circle day tours, South Shore excursions, and other activities. Tour bookings handled through the hotel's tourdesk portal.
Staff available around the clock. Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00. Contactless check-in also available.
The hotel has no dedicated parking facility. Public street parking and a nearby parking garage are available. Small paid parking area is right in front of the hotel; free at night.
The historic building does not have a gym or fitness centre. The Sundhöllin public pool/baths are about 800m away.
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