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Hotel Borg by Keahotels vs Loft - HI Hostel & Bar

Loft HI Hostel and Hotel Borg by Keahotels are both endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel Borg by Keahotels is the choice of most professionals compared to Loft HI Hostel. Hotel Borg by Keahotels comes in at #1 in Reykjavik with endorsements from 9 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.

Hotel Borg by Keahotels
Hotel Borg by Keahotels
9 / 10
Posthusstraeti 11, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $97 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"In contrast to the ultra-modern glass and chrome architecture around Reykjavík, the Borg—the city's oldest hotel—is pure 1930's art deco." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A slice of 1930s Art Deco glamour and old-school elegance in downtown Reykjavik." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Steps from the National Cathedral and City Hall, this 1930's Art Deco hotel was restored to its original splendor in 2006." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Situated on historic Asuturvollur Square, next door to Reykjavik's cathedral and the national Parliament building, this much-beloved hotel is a few minutes' walk from the major shopping." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
86.6
"Although Reykjavik is currently in the middle of a hotel boom, the Hotel Borg was the city’s first luxury hotel—and it’s still the most beloved." Full review
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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