Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

3.0 star property
Start the day with breakfast, explore Hallgrimskirkja or Laugavegur, then unwind at the cozy bar after Reykjavik adventures.

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Hotel Leifur Eiriksson, in Reykjavik's heart, warmly welcomes visitors with its multilingual staff. Steps from major attractions, it features a charming bar and earns praise for its hearty breakfast. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €151
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan

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Room options

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Church View Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Panoramic room with church view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Double/Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, a neighbourhood in Reykjavik, Hotel Leifur Eiriksson is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk. Harpa and Einar Jonsson Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Laugavegur and Skólavörðustígur. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Laugardalsvollur or Laugardalsholl. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs, whale watching and boat tours. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Skolavordustigur 45, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Laugavegur - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Iceland Phallological Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harpa - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Loki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Loo.koo.mas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Hotel near Reykjavik Harbour
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur, Hotel Leifur Eiriksson provides amenities such as a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson have amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 50 metres

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,500 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 7500.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2500 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 7500.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Eiriksson
Hotel Leifur
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Reykjavik
Leifur
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Leifur Eiriksson Reykjavik
Leifur Eiriksson Reykjavík
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Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Leifur Eiriksson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson on 29 Jan 2026 start from €151.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Leifur Eiriksson located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this hotel is steps away from Skólavörðustígur and Hallgrimskirkja. Laugavegur and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accomodating staff, clean rooms, and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Bariscan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Great location. Rooms were warm and clean also
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Great ambiance. Solid Breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nataliia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing kind of roof room, very cosy and warm; sulfur water heals you right away; very tasty breakfast with Icelandic products so yummy yummy! Loved my short stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. There's a free parking lot across the road, it's right at the edge of the downtown with lots to see. We had a room looking out to the church. Staff were great and the breakfast was good as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Good breakfast value. Great helpful people at reception. Small rooms. Our room had 2 twin beds. Be aware: there are very-very narrow, not a twin size you used to see in USA.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location. Very comfortable room and nice free breakfast. Coffee and water available all day in the cozy lounge area. Staff was friendly and helpful. Everything in the City Center is within easy walking distance for healthy adults. Access to public and tour busses is super close. The room with a view of Hallsgrmkirkja was worth the upgrade. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel. Howver, very small room and even smaller shower space. Limited breakfast options Overall, a really nice hotel, very clean in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Finding free parking close by during the day can be a bit tricky but the staff, breakfast, and room were all great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super nice and the front desk workers are very friendly. This is a great place to stay especially if you plan on seeing as much as possible in Reykjavik!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pratheesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - very close to Bus Stop #8 which is a common pickup/drop location for most tour operators as well as walking distance to shopping district and other spots. Decent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Across the street from the famous Church.

The breakfast was excellent and the wi-fi rock steady. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a convenient location. The staff were very friendly. Breakfast was lovely, good choice. Room was a little on the small side, however, had everything required. Coffee machine, TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and perfect for a few nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, efficient, professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at Hotel Leifur Eiriksson. The room was perfect for a rest between sightseeing and the hotel was very conveniently located near a bus stop and multiple sights. The staff was very welcoming and helpful, providing recommendations. I also appreciated the coffee and tea available in reception. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location, clean & tidy rooms, and excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location. No elevators. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boburjon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place was really convenient—centrally located and within walking distance of all the main spots. I mostly used it to store my things and get some rest since I spent most of my time on tours, and it worked perfectly for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imelda Derije

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. User-friendly. Directly across from Bus Stop #8 on the right side of Hallgrimskirja church (when facing it). Many restaurants and local shops nearby. Above all, very nice and friendly staff. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little family style hotel with a legendary view!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025