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Loft - HI Hostel & Bar vs 101 Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, 101 hotel scores significantly higher than Loft HI Hostel. 101 hotel scores 88 with positive reviews from 8 publications like Jetsetter, Afar Magazine and Condé Nast Traveler.

Loft - HI Hostel & Bar
Loft - HI Hostel & Bar
8 / 10
Bankastraeti 7, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $31 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundy Room
  • Family Friendly
  • Multilingual
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Perched high above the action on bustling Bankastræti, this modern hostel attracts a decidedly young crowd, including locals who come for its trendy bar and cafe terrace." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The Loft is one of Reykjavik’s leading hostels." Full review
Independent Independent
"The Double Deluxe Rooms are basic but cosy, with large windows overlooking Laugavegur, soft beds and small-but-functional tiled bathrooms. Guests also have access to the top-floor balcony cafe."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This lively, HI-affiliated hostel with a clean, minimalist vibe has become something of a hub of backpacker activity in Reykjavík. Most come for the four-, six-, and eight-bed dorm rooms." Full review
101 Hotel
101 Hotel
8 / 10
Hverfisgata 10, Reykjavik, Iceland
From $252 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Don't let the 1930s office block-style façade fool you: 101 Hotel is one of Reykjavik's most stylish accommodations." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"101 hotel is in the heart of Reykjavik, walking distance from National Cathedral and Harpa. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Parliament House and Reykjavik Pond. Make..." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The 101 aims to tickle the senses – with yielding downy beds... rich wooden floors and glass-walled showers – it may mean you skip the bars and opt for a night in instead." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"The hotel is within walking distance of the historic town center, the main shopping streets, and the mega-trendy 101 nightlife district—the hotel’s namesake." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Modern, art-focused property with 38 rooms. Stop by the lobby bar for Austrian rum–spiked hot chocolate by the fireplace." Full review
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