Unwind with art and inspiration at every turn. Enjoy exceptional service from helpful staff while you explore this stylish hotel near Reykjavik Harbour.
In the heart of Reykjavik, Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel offers a haven of comfort and culture. Explore the library, warm up by the lobby fireplace, or indulge in a continental breakfast.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Session Craft Bar - 5 min walk
Café Loki - 7 min walk
Reykjavik Street Food - 5 min walk
Einstök Bar - 5 min walk
ROK - 7 min walk
About this property
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
When you stay at Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English, German, Icelandic, Norwegian, Polish, Spanish, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
42 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free off-site parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Whale watching nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1965
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Fireplace in reception
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.45 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 21 December and 26 December.
Policies
This property uses geothermal energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Holt Reykjavik
Hotel Holt
Holt Reykjavik
Holt Hotel Reykjavík
Hotel Holt Art Museum
Hotel Holt The Art Hotel
Holt The Art Hotel Reykjavik
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel Hotel
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel Reykjavik
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel Hotel Reykjavik
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between 21 December and 26 December.
Does Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course.
What's the area around Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel like?
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 3-minute drive from Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) and 15 minutes' walk from Reykjavik Harbour. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 January 2025
Perfect Location
Very helpful front desk charming and recommended places to visit
Warren
Warren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
So great we stayed there twice during our trip
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Hotel Holt is a charming, cozy unique hotel in a great location. The art is spectacular. My room was small but clean and well appointed. Very comfortable bed and nice bedding. Breakfast buffet was great. I would definitely stay here again.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 August 2024
Great location, clean place, the breakfast was super good as well.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2024
Excellent hotel in city center.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2024
Great location, very quiet.
Monica
Monica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Amazing place to stay & walking distance to shops & restaurants.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2024
Fantastic place, can’t recommend it enough
Amy
Amy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Great location, wonderful stay
Spent two nights here while in Iceland and it was wonderful. The room was very comfortable, and the front desk was extremely helpful, providing recommendations for dinner and how/where to see the northern lights. Would absolutely recommend/stay here again.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Great place close to many areas of interest. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Christopher Lee
Christopher Lee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
Beautiful hotel
Randi
Randi, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
We enjoyed our stay! Recommended!
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2024
Fantastic and unique hotel
Melanie
Melanie, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
Excellent breakfast and good space.
Jaime
Jaime, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
All around nice , big rooms . Large bathrooms, great breakfast,excellent front desk staff, close to downtown, walking distance,
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Unique hotel. Loved all the art
Donald
Donald, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff, beautiful art work and features inside. Perfect location for being quiet yet easy walkable access to shopping and eating areas. Would definitely come back.
Deane
Deane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2024
Great hotel.
Timothy
Timothy, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 August 2024
Hotel is excellent - the lounge areas are awesome and staff was amazing! You can walk to everything from the hotel. It is an excellent place to stay!!!
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Exceptional staff were very helpful upon arrival. The lounge area is amazing and we saw multiple parties including ourselves taking advantage of the space and enjoying the art work. Great breakfast as well.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
Very pretty, good location and beautiful art work.
Cheri
Cheri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2024
Loved this hotel. Close to everything, clean, quiet, friendly and helpful staff.
Bronwyn
Bronwyn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2024
Great hotel overall
Very good hotel in a quiet environment yet close to city center. Would highly recommend.
Mukesh
Mukesh, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
Great proximity for walking to major shopping streets, restaurants & museums. Excellent breakfast buffet. Love the authentic art throughout the hotel. Bar & library are classic & very enjoyable places to relax or socialize. Housekeeping service excellent.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Amazing property. The hotel is very unique with art everywhere and it has a very cool vibe. It is walkable to everything. Great location. The staff was very helpful.