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Reykjavik Marina vs Sand Hotel

Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina and Sandhotel are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina ranks significantly higher than Sandhotel. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 8 sources including The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.

Reykjavik Marina
Reykjavik Marina
8 / 10
Myrargata 2, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $116 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Attention to service, detail, and atmosphere defines this harborside hotel, which, thanks to its legendary cocktail bar and bistro, also serves as a popular dining and nightlife hot spot for locals." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"The Marina is Icelandair's newest hotel, and surely the most striking of its family of eight." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Despite the airline brand in the hotel's name, don't expect a pod hotel or a personality-free commuter spot for business travelers." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Marina Hotel is nestled snugly against the city's harbor, affording those with rooms that face it an excellent vantage point to watch the ships sail out to sea." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Set in a landmark historical building on the harbour, this funky hotel offers a splashy and fun interior, a variety of rooms, and a decent array of amenities." Full review
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Sand Hotel
Sand Hotel
7 / 10
Laugavegur 34, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $132 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"The team behind Reykjavik's Sandhotel pretty much perfected the cinnamon bun, so they whipped up the city’s cosiest stay." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Sandhotel is situated in the heart of Reykjavik's hip shopping street, Laugavegur, and is bordered by Iceland's oldest gentleman's tailor and a cult bakery." Full review
Independent Independent
"The 67-room Art Deco-style Sand Hotel is built around three historic buildings on Laugavegur Street"
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"When the folks behind one of Iceland's best bakeries open a hotel, you know it's going to be great." Full review