Exeter Hotel

Iceland , Reykjavik
REYKJAVIK, Tryggvagata, 12
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100 reviews shown

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Johanna

The location is very central. The staff is great. The rooms are clean. We added the breakfast to our stay and it was excellent. They have free luggage storage and were very helpful calling us a cab when needed which came almost immediatly.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2026

corbyn

Parking is not great in the area. Front desk wasn’t so helpful

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Amy

Great hotel in a great location, just slightly outside the downtown core. Hotel has a cool industrial vibe that I liked alot. It is attached to Deig Bakery, which is a plus and close to lots of restaurants. Good room darkening blinds for the summer time (super important in Iceland), comfy bed and a great bathroom and shower.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Samantha

Stayed here just one night and loved it. The location is incredibly convenient and both the restaurant and bakery are great. The rooms are cozy and the spa is beautiful. We did use the parking garage (about $35/night) but it’s very small and only fits sedans and compact SUVs.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Jennifer

Great location, clean, comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Timothy

We had a very comfortable stay here. The staff were very helpful with booking tours and suggesting sites to see. It’s located right the harbour and is surrounded by things to do and places to eat. Our room had a very comfortable bed and was nice and quiet.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

Johanna

The rooms were clean and comfortable, although one of our rooms was too hot. Rooms that face the street get a bit of noise. The service was excellent and the breakfast wonderful.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

Lauren

The Exeter hotel exceeded our expectations when we arrived and we didn’t want to leave. The room was clean, amenities were great and he staff was incredibly nice. Great location to walk into the bustling area around rainbow street too. We utilized the free luggage lockers as well that fit two care ons, one large suitcase and two backpacks in two separate lockers. The bagel cafe is a must try as well. We got the Churchill and a vanilla donut that were exceptional. Highly recommend this hotel

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Matthew

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

John

Great hotel! Location is fantastic and desk staff incredibly helpful and friendly. The attached bagel place and cafe (Kock) are also quite good. When we return, we’ll stay here again for sure.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2026

Linda Rodarte

The room was fairly small but the location was excellent and we enjoyed the onsite cafe and bar.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

Luciana

Great location, helpful staff, nice sauna. Breakfast was also very good. Would definitely book again

Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

kayla

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Gloria

Friendly staff. Centrally located in the heart of the city. Although on-site parking is listed, there are limited 7 spots, and we end up having to park on the street.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2026

Sneha

Great location and comfortable stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Jenifer

Beautiful hotel and staff was excellent. So helpful and kind. Location was great. Breakfast was awesome.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Amy L

Highly recommend!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Kristen

Cool modern vibe. Great location. Great bakery and nearby restaurants. Our 2nd stay at the property and would stay there again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2026

Andrea

We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful, the bed was comfortable, and amenities were great. Our only complaint is our room was hot and there was no thermostat in the room to adjust the temperature .

Partner

2/10

Poor

28 May 2026

Jay

The hotel was very central to downtown and an easy walk to the Old Harbor. The staff was fantastic and very helpful. We also enjoyed the included breakfast each day.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Sheila

The Exeter Hotel met my expectations fully. Our room, though small, was comfortable. The breakfast was ample, varied and good. The attached Le Kock restaurant and Deig bakery enhance food choices and convenience. The bakery is fabulous.
Our location was convenient and within walking distance of many restaurants and the waterfront is across the street. Parking availability was good as well. I would stay there again.

Family

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2026

René

Bien situé, personnel courtois, prévoir stationnement dans rues avoisinantes.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

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Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Bjorn

Great location in Reykjavik. Everything important or interesting (except perhaps Perlan) within convenient walking distance. Great breakfast and bar. Restaurant is streetfood oriented so you may want to walk a few hundred meters for a proper dinner. On the expensive side but then what is not in Reykjavik.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

Christa

comfortable snd stylish stay!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Taylor

Clean room, fantastic location and amazing front desk people!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Mark

Small, modern rooms. Very quiet. Only thing was the modern vibe was a dimly lit room. Restaurant downstairs was good and convenient. Coffe and donuts in the morning were great. Locationn was good for dining and sightseeing. Parking was in a nearby lot and roughly 50 dollars for 48 hours. I enjoyed the location

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Brian

Room was nice and clean staff very friendly including helping with activities and plans for the day

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 May 2026

Victoria

This hotel was great for the price. The rooms were small and dark but clean. My favorite part

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

James

This hotel is amazing. We arrived and live jazz was playing in the reception. The staff was amazing from check in to check out. The place is so sleek and sexy. The luggage storage was even sexy if that’s possible. The housekeeping keep the rooms and common spaces spotless! The hotel and individual floors are ultra secure. For $20 more it was so worth it over Fosshotel. And it is so close to everything you want to see. I can’t say enough. We will be staying here every time we come to Reykjavík. Also, Dieg is in the lobby and has world renowned bagels and donuts. Do yourself a favor and just book it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Michael

This hotel was perfectly situated for all that we needed in Reykjavík. The fact that there is a bakery, a bar and restaurant connected to the hotel made for an exceptional experience. We also lucked into a night of jazz for free during our stay. Small things like the free chocolates and excellent coffee machines throughout the hotel as well as the beautifully appointed conference rooms and lounge areas just added to the experience. We highly recommend to any and all. The Executor is Excelsior.

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Hezron

Hotel is conveniently located near a FlyBus/ Tour Bus stop. Has a popular cafe/ restaurant/ bar on the ground floor. Has parking, gym and sauna. It’s walking distance away from most of the notable attractions in Reykjavik, ie museums, restaurants, sculptures, etc.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Pamela

Excellent bakery and good restaurant downstairs (limited menu). However, room was tiny, dark, and too warm.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2026

Kate

Great location. Lobby is always busy due to restaurant and bakery on site, which can be cumbersome for guests trying to get to the check-in desk. This property charges in Euros, which is unusual. Parking garage is TINY but convenient, especially if you have an electric car and need to charge. It’s very cheap, you just need to ask the front desk to use the charger.

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Pam

Great location on the harbor. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Room had everything we needed.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Niroshan

Had an amazing stay at the Exeter Hotel!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2026

Carolyn

First of all, the price was right! The location was perfect for what we needed… We did not use the room/maid service… Which you needed to tell the front desk if you wanted someone to come into your room… However, we had a coffee maker in the room, which was perfect. We did not opt for the breakfast option although I heard that was wonderful as well and having a bakery downstairs, the restaurant and bar would definitely have been a perk if we were around more. The staff that we did communicate with were lovely! I would most definitely return to this hotel it absolutely served our purpose!:)

Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Madeleine

Def recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

Heather

Fun hotel in the perfect location to experience Reykjavik. Our room was on the small side, but it was still comfortable. We enjoyed our little enclosed box patio off of the room. Shower was great. Limited TV, which is fine because you're probably going to explore the city. Real candles and flames in the lobby! Bagel/coffee cafe in lobby is brilliant. Our stay was quiet and relaxing. This hotel offers a gym, sauna, and nightly activities. For parking, we elected to use a P2 garage around the corner for 3500 ISK for about 24 hours.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Kent

Overall great stay; rooms are very stylish, modern, and clean. Though the keycard and lights situation confused us a bit (we had to call the front desk for it) it was a tad bit unintuitive if I’d say

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Stephen

This hotel is a hub of activity for locals, not just visitors to Iceland. The restaurant and bar are frequented by a mixed crowd. Monday and Friday nights feature live jazz music with no cover charge. The hotel is well situated to the harbour's activities that are a reasonable walk, within a few kilometres, including restaurants, bus stop/transfers, attractions, etc.. WiFi is a reasonable speed for those who need it.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Brittany

Loved the location of the Exeter! Regretted only being able to spend two nights there - definitely would have loved to have spent more time.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Helen

Really lovely find. Great location, great decor. Lovely bar and bakery!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2026

Edison

Clean room!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

arthur

It was great!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Sarah

Great location. Fantastic food. The staff was so nice and helpful. We stayed at the beginning and at the end of our trip. Had breakfast there, coffee and pastries, drinks during live music night. Walking distance to all the highlights. Right across the street from the bus stop to get you to/from airport and other attractions. The room is basic but has everything you would need. Loved the towel warmer!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2026

Scott

The hotel was great value, it was in an ideal location in Reykjavik. The bakery and bagel shop was an added bonus and was good value.
My only gripe is why do staff members have to be so rude as was my unfortunate experience because I would not let them into the hotel before opening time, yet I'm not a member of the hotel staff, I didn't deserve to be ridiculed and spoken to as such in front of other staff and customers

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Tracy

Fabulous hotel with fantastic staff - especially the lady who welcomes you to breakfast, ask her anything, if she doesn’t know ( which she probably does) she will find out.

Food was great and there is a popular bakery attatched - do try the amazing donuts!

Location was perfect, harbour across the road, town a 5 minute walk away with most attractions walkable or a short taxi ride away.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

David

They say first impressions count for everything and here it is really true. The 2 ladies on the reception were so incredibly friendly and helpful despite the fact we were 3 hours early to check in. One of them showed me the car park as I was a little unsure if I would be able to park a 4X4 down there (I could and did). They went above and beyond to help us.

The property itself is inviting and warm with very clean rooms (we stayed in a suite which included parking).

The bakery was incredible (DEIG) and so was the restaurant. We'd stay here again next time for sure

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Parker

We had the best time at Exeter - clean, modern, great location, good service. The Junior Suite was a nice treat!

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Xenia

We stayed here for five nights and it was amazing. The room is in excellent condition. The hotel was always clean. The receptionists were very professional and courteous. The breakfast was the usual continental breakfast. I really enjoys the food at the Le Kock restaurant. Jazz music on Monday nights..very entertaining. Highly recommended.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Douglas

Wonderful staff. Genuinely interested in our visit.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

philip

Great overall stay

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2026

Zakaria

Yes

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2026

Michelle

Clean nice room ,breakfast poor quality food cold

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2026

Shailey

This was an AMAZING STAY. Very convenient and up to date! Connected to wonderful restaurants, bagel place and bar. Highly Recommend!!!

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2026

Morten

Everything as alway top notch

Business

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2026

Alexis

Nice jazz music in the restaurant one night!

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2026

Nicole

Great hotel. Easy walking area. Clean.
Staff were excellent.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2026

Håkan

Great location, and nice atmosphere with a vibrant restaurant and bakery meeting you at the entrance.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Robert

Great location, room, and food.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Giancarlo

Fashionable hotel, trendy and chic with great amenities

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2026

Greg

Perfect location- convenient to everything. Handy parking garage, and incredibly helpful and friendly staff.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Mar 2026

Ackvinder

Great location, nice room could have had more storage for clothes, friendly staff.

8/10

Excellent

25 Feb 2026

Kellee

Yes

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

todd

The personnel was fantastic. Food was great and the amenities, including the sauna, we great

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2026

Alexander

Staff was awesome. Not fake nice. Just competent, relaxed, and helpful.

Breakfast was very solid. Skyr, good bread, real fuel before going out to freeze your face off. Rooms were clean, modern, efficient. Nothing excessive, just well done.

There’s a small but functional gym and a sauna, which honestly hits after a long day in Icelandic wind. You do not need a commercial gym. You need somewhere to move a little and then sweat.

And the real sleeper perk is Deig in the lobby. Elite bakery. It sells out for a reason. If you see something you want, commit early.

Would absolutely stay there again. Perfect basecamp for cold-weather adventures.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2026

Steffany

Amazing rooms, alot to do around the area, friendly and knowledgeable staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2026

chris

Great hotel and bakery, bar and surfer restaurant all on site - plus free sauna - very friendly staff too

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Alyssa

Staff was friendly and hotel was clean

Self

8/10

Excellent

08 Feb 2026

Abdullah

Was a really nice hotel

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2026

Matthew

Amazing staff. Loved our stay at the hotel. Room is a little small but that’s typical for Europe. The reception staff were exceptional! I can’t speak enough about the the tremendous service. Thank you!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2026

Jerry

Nice clean rooms. Beds were very comfortable. Front desk was helpful and super friendly. Great location to explore the city from.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2026

Isobel

Clean room, helpful staff, great location for accessing central Reykjavik and close to bus stop number 4 for tours.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2026

Christopher

Excellent stay overall. Very well appointed hotel, very helpful and accomodating staff, and great location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2026

Kurtis Henry

Honestly what an excellent hotel. Very friendly staff, welcoming and communicative. I couldn't really fault the hotel in any way, so unfortunately my feedback isn't that constructive! Just keep doing what you're doing because I loved it. The style, cleanliness and location are all perfect. The adjoined restaurant and bakery are beautiful, from the artwork to the food quality. Again the staff were all brilliant. If (when!) I come back to Iceland I will definitely be back to Exeter, Le Kock and Dieg. Keep an eye out for those two for the price of one doughnuts in the evening, which is rare as they usually sell out!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jan 2026

David

Room was clean but small. Breakfast just ok. Location a little far from center. I had to check out 1 night early due to massive snow storm in new york, the icelandair offered me to leave the day before to avoid getting stranded in iceland. However after explaining to front desk she said manager wasn't there but he will contact me. I haven't heard from anybody from the hotel, I wasn't expecting a refund but at least a credit. Customer service needs improvement.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2026

MARIA LISA

Had a very pleasant stay. The room was very clean. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I was to switch rooms to the same floor as my friends. The hotel is perfectly located near attractions, the harbor and grocery stores about a 10 min walk. I would definitely stay here again!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

Anna

Lovely room, really cool design and delicious bakery down stairs!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

Dom

Amazing hotel, it exceeded my expectations. The staff are super friendly and helpful.
I’m coming back to Reykjavík in 2 weeks and I couldn’t stay anywhere else

Business

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2026

William

Exeter staff are incredibly warm and helpful, rooms are clean and spacious enough for two, location is convenient to buses and tours, very walkable to the harbor area and its surroundings, and having Le Kock downstairs for breakfast buffet and its delicious burger menu and bar made for a fantastic stay. For a hotel in a semi-busy location with nightlife, no issues really with any noise outside the property. We stayed 2x at this hotel and would again if in Reyjkavik.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2026

William

Great location, easy walk everywhere, great breakfast.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2026

Bharat

Good view of harbour

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2026

Joseph

Room was spotless and really well maintained

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2026

Firas

Great hotel, frat service, amazing location!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2026

Marcella

Yes and it was delicious

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

William

The room was perfect
The staff was so helpful!!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2025

Ruth

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2025

Steven

Very nice staff.
Great weigh room. WiFi went out of me once during workout, but ran smooth the rest of the time. Quiet rooms.
Only complaint is room is a little too dark, but probably just a me issue.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2025

Steven

Great staff, nice hotel, friendly, good shower

Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Dec 2025

Dolores

Very friendly staff, heated floors.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2025

Dawn

Very happy with stay. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was nice. Bakery within the hotel was very good and lots of places to eat nearby. I would highly recommend.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2025

Julian

My 4th trip to Iceland and 3rd to The Exeter Hotel

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

Robin

We stayed at the Harbour Suite for 6 nights. A wonderful spacious suite with spectacular Mountain View’s. The room was spotless and the staff couldn’t do enough to make our stay fabulous. Breakfast was excellent. The heart shaped biscuits were sooo moreish! The hotel was perfectly placed to visit the many highlights within the city.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

Aurore

Great rooms, nice facilities, very well located centrally and very welcoming staff.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2025

Juan Sebastian

Good location, delicious breakfast

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Nov 2025

Janice

Staff was great. Location was great. Room and common areas were spotless.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2025

JEFFREY

The Exeter is in a perfect location for Reykjavik: close to everything you want to do but still quiet and cozy. They were having a Christmas Market in the garden with some great handmade items. The staff was incredibly helpful, including arranging for a taxi at 4:00 am for an early morning flight. The rooms are spare but very comfortable. The only thing I wish they had was more light.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2025

Lucas

The staff was pleasant, kind, friendly and welcoming, the hotel was clean and well-kept (as was the room), the restaurant was delicious, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed my time at Exeter Hotel. I loved how walkable everything was from the hotel. Annamaria, Justina, and Nadir were particularly helpful at the front desk, always answering any questions we had with great detail and providing us great recommendations for some great food in Reykjavik.

I would definitely recommend it to anyone traveling to Iceland!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

18 Nov 2025

Matthew

Sauna good and clean, otherwise facilities fairly basic (although didn’t use the gym). Room was quite small but had the essentials. Had more of a hostel feel than boutique hotel.

Leisure