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Centerhotel Miðgarður

Centerhotel Miðgarður

Reykjavík, Iceland

Centerhotel Miðgarður

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This contemporary hotel on Reykjavík’s main shopping street has an intimate and peaceful atmosphere in spite of its size.

All of the 170 minimalist rooms spread across two connected buildings have tasteful Nordic decor, calming hues, local artworks, and windows to allow for plenty of natural light. Modern amenities include flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, minibars, and en suite bathrooms.

For end of day relaxing, the modern and spacious Miðgarður Spa has an indoor soaking pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, cold showers, treatment rooms for massages, and small gym outfitted with cardio machines and free weights. There’s also a secluded garden, a relaxed bar that hosts live music performances on Thursday evenings, and a restaurant that serves Nordic fusion cuisine created with fresh and local ingredients. The hotel’s reception desk is open 24 hours and the concierge team are happy to help with sightseeing suggestions and tour bookings.

OUR OPINION:

This is a good value hotel in the heart of Reykjavík, ideal for city exploration.

OUR RATING: Medium

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  • Indoor hot spring, Centerhotel Miðgarður
    Indoor hot spring, Centerhotel Miðgarður
  • Centerhotel Miðgarður, Reykjavík
    Centerhotel Miðgarður, Reykjavík
  • Centerhotel Miðgarður, Reykjavik
    Centerhotel Miðgarður, Reykjavik
  • Terrace and hot spring, Centerhotel Miðgarður
    Terrace and hot spring, Centerhotel Miðgarður
  • Centerhotel Miðgarður, Reykjavík
    Centerhotel Miðgarður, Reykjavík

Rooms

Available in three categories, the 170 minimalist rooms spread across two connected buildings all have tasteful Nordic decor, calming hues, local artworks, and windows to allow for plenty of natural light. Modern amenities include flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, minibar, and safe deposit box. Please note that while all rooms have an en suite bathroom with shower, not all offer a bathtub. Upgrading to a Standard Plus or Deluxe room includes complimentary access to Miðgarður Spa for the duration of your stay.

Location

Given that the hotel is so close to Laugavegur, Reykjavík’s main shopping street, there’s a wealth of cafés, bars and restaurants within easy walking distance. The harbor area and the Harpa Concert Hall are within a 20-minute walk. For public transport links, bus stop 13 is located right outside the hotel.

Food and drink

Open daily for lunch and dinner, Jörgensen Kitchen & Bar serves Nordic fusion cuisine created with fresh and local ingredients. A full buffet breakfast is served every morning and includes regional delicacies as well as international options. There is also a relaxed bar that offers a selection of cocktails and local craft beer and hosts live music performances on Thursday evenings.

Families

While there are no connecting rooms or large suites for families, one extra bed or a crib can be added to the Deluxe room for an extra charge.

Facilities and activities

Open daily from 6am to 10pm, the modern and spacious Miðgarður Spa has an indoor soaking pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, cold showers, and treatment rooms for massages. There’s also a small gym outfitted with cardio machines and free weights. 

Accessibility

The hotel has several wheelchair-accessible rooms, available on request. Every floor is serviced by an elevator.

Tour ideas in Reykjavík

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Centerhotel Miðgarður as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

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    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.

    • Half day private tour of Reykjavík
      Reykjavík

      Half day private tour of Reykjavík

      Half day private tour of Reykjavík

      Explore Reykjavík’s landmark sights with a local guide. Visit the Hallgrímskirkja and Harpa concert hall, hear about elves and peace treaties, or see lava fields and historical houses as you learn about the city’s history, architecture and culture.

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    • Icelandic cooking class
      Icelandic cooking class

      Icelandic cooking class

      Icelandic cooking class

      Enjoy a morning in the company of an Icelandic chef and folklorist, sampling traditional ingredients, hearing about local food culture past and present, and learning to cook a traditional three-course meal, which you can then enjoy with a glass of wine.

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    • Privately guided northern lights tour
      Northern lights

      Privately guided northern lights tour

      Privately guided northern lights tour

      Take an evening trip outside Reykjavík with a private guide to observe the northern lights beyond the city glow. Get tips on taking photographs, find out more about how the phenomenon is caused and watch as the night sky is lit up.

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