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Reviews of Exeter Hotel 4 stars

Tryggvagata 12, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

#15 of 78 hotels in Reykjavík

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Review score

Based on 1922 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    9.0
    Great location, friendly staff but a bit noisy in summer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Urban Superior
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staying in summer there is a problem (that is common in Iceland but more of a problem in the middle of a city) if you want to cool the room the only way to do this is to open the window which opened on to the busy street in front of the hotel which is quite noisy. Also, our room was directly above the bar which was also noisy

    The Exeter hotel is in a great location, walking distance of everything we wanted to see in Reykjavik. On arrival, and throughout our stay, the front desk staff were really friendly and helpful (even helping me with my first use of one of Iceland's car parking Apps that was needed to pay for parking on the street behind the hotel. The rooms are very smart and comfortable. We didn't have dinner in the hotel but had breakfast from the in hotel bakery shop which was excellent and reasonably priced (by Iceland standards).

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    10
    Great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lighting in lobby and rooms very low. Not good for reading or old eyes.

    Location great

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    9.0
    Good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing. We were out early and come back late.

    It serve our purposes. We only stay there for sleeping as we had days with activities. They gave us two keys, the room is small which is standard. Very modern, loft industrial. The wifi worked perfectly. Many people commented on the air conditioner in Iceland hotels. Yes no air conditioner but this practice is usual in very cold places. We went in July. and we did not feel hot in the room.You can open one of the windows from the balcony. Our room overlooked other houses and a small ally but rarely heard noises. The “balcony” was a square cube glass-interesting concept. All main attractions are walkable from the hotel. Downstairs there is a bagel shop that always was full (Im not a breakfast person) and one of the burger restaurant Le Kock is there. Keep in mind that Iceland restaurants close early, around 9pm kitchens close. There are plenty of plugs for your devices although we carry a multi modal one for traveling. For parking, there were plenty of street parking 7min walk or so on the streets close to the hotel. The hotel is in a main street close to the harbor. Remember to pay (we pay through the machines in the street).

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    9.0
    Great place in the middle of Reykjavik
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking difficult close by, although they have on site parking in the garage (35 EUR night).

    Great location near old port. Nice “industrial” design. Amazing bagels in lobby. Nice staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    10
    Excellent stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Harbour View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff was wonderful. Breakfast was outstanding! Location was great.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    8.0
    Overall an excellent stay. I would recommend the hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 1 night

    Would have preferred more vegetarian options at breakfast as well as oatmeal.

    There was no oatmeal at breakfast. Location was excellent. The room was fine. It was clean and well maintained. The heated towel rack was excellent. The bakery was excellent and the service was very friendly

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Urban Superior
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was well worth it.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    9.0
    Expensive but in Icelandic terms an excellent property
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bar below hotel standard

    Location perfect. Staff superb .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    9.0
    Enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Superior
    • Stayed 1 night

    Centrally located. Walking distance to downtown and not the noise at night.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    9.0
    A comfortable respite during a stressful episode.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Somewhat expensive

    Location, cleanliness, staff, amenities

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The most pleasant part of our experience was the staff, especially the receptionist, Clarek. He was extremely helpful, friendly, and left us truly grateful for his assistance.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. All great

    Very friendly, helpful reception, great location, excellent bakery downstairs.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    8.0
    Nice property with a modern and fun vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Harbour View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A fan in the room would be a welcome addition

    Very modern hotel across from the harbor. The rooms appear to be newly remodeled and nicely appointed. The beds were extremely comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. The bakery here is amazing!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    8.0
    Well located contemporary hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small rooms and view onto side street

    Nice contemporary hotel in an excellent location near the harbour - very clean

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Deluxe
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not enough light. Noisy bar at the entrance. No free parking nearby.

    Huge and quiet room. Close to the harbor.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    10
    We had a wonderful stay, can’t wait to return.!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Deluxe
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is around the block , nice walk though

    View of the pier Seagull sound Room design helps us sleep Gym and sauna Wonderful breakfast. Helpful and kind staffs Stone throw from city center .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    10
    Trendy hotel centrally located, with friendly staff and great onsite cafe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was centrally located. We walked everywhere. The breakfast was amazing. The decor is very trendy. We forgot our passports in the safe. They called us as soon as they found them and kept them for us until we returned back to Reykjavik a week later

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Superior
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel room was very clean. The bakery in the lobby is great and the staff was very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    10
    Great hotel, warm and friendly staff. Excellent location. Easy street parking nearby.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms are a bit small. Kitchen closed at 9

    Very helpful and friendly staff. Rooms are well appointed. Comfy bed

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    Can’t wait to return to the Exeter Hotel in Reykjavik
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Harbour View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything about the property

    Everything! Location, accommodations, cleanliness, great vibe, excellent staff. The harbor view was amazing

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    If its suitable to your budget just book it !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant/bar/bakery area can get super busy but once you get used to that its not a problem. If you need a quiet area just go to the reception or the covered area outside.

    This hotel is modern, has a super location, great bakery, fab restaurant/bar, well planned rooms but what must be mentioned is the amazing staff at reception. They were 5 star from the minute we arrived to the minute we left.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    9.0
    Great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location- very clean trendy- had great restaurants right in the bottom floor

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    Absolutely the BEST!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Loved everything! Restaurant and bar and bakery in the entrance were all excellent. The staff was so helpful and friendly. The room was very comfortable and extremely clean. There could not be a better location to get to excursion tours, shopping, and restaurants. We absolutely loved our 3 days there. Hope we get to come back sometime soon!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    10
    Loved my time there, will go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Urban Double
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was clean and the beds comfortable. I loved that Dieg was below and I enjoyed breakfast there each day.

    Stayed in May 2025

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