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Loft - HI Hostel & Bar vs Reykjavik Residence Hotel

Both Loft HI Hostel and Reykjavik Residence Hotel are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Reykjavik Residence Hotel ranks slightly better than Loft HI Hostel. Reykjavik Residence Hotel comes in at #16 in Reykjavik with accolades from 3 sources such as Oyster, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.

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
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
7 / 10
Hverfisgata 45, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
From $130 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Free Parking
  • Multilingual
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Plush city-centre living feels just right in these two converted historic mansions."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Reykjavik Residence Hotel provides relaxed apartment-style living near Reykjavik's downtown attractions." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"This alluring apartment hotel, which occupies two separate but nearby locations in downtown Reykjavik, is pitched as a home away from home." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Plush city-centre living feels just right in these two converted historic mansions." Full review