Name: Hotel Orkin
Address: Braurarholt 29, Reykjavik, 105, IS

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2026

Anna

Staff and facilities were excellent

Friends_and_family Friends

4/10

Poor

11 Jul 2026

John

I hardly ever write reviews but we were very frustrated by our experience with Hotel Orkin. While the staff is generally professional and considerate, we found several issues very frustrating. First, the hotel shower had a strong sulphur smell making it almost unusable in our opinion--I think this is a common issue in this hotel (check other reviews). This is not disclosed on their website. Second, there are no blackout curtains, and the curtains there do not sufficiently block out the light making it difficult to sleep. Third, you have to open your window to get any airflow and it can be noisy outside to sleep. Last, while the hotel is marketed as a short walk from city center, we did not in our opinion think that was the case (too far for us for an easy walk) and we had to drive down to eat each night.

One other issue occurred as well--Hotel Orkin substantially dropped rates (by over 50%) since we originally booked. We narrowly missed the window for changing to get the better rate. Expedia was willing to let us change the rate, but Hotel Orkin management refused even after repeated requests. Therefore, we found that our customer service experience was quite unsatisfactory.

A final tip is this-- if you decide to you want to risk this hotel despite the issues above, make sure your reservation cancellable as late as possible and check the rate multiple times (including the final day you are allowed to). There may be a good chance you can get a better rate.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Bethany

Nice, clean room, lovely breakfast and helpful staff. Plus, a great location that allowed us to walk anywhere we wanted to go.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

MING

good location and very good breakfast

Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2026

MING

good location and very good breakfast

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Mark

The staff were super helpful and friendly. They even lent us an adapter when we couldn't locate our own. Check-in/check-out were a breeze. Though the room might be considered basic for some, it was very cozy, very clean, and well kept. We were travelling in a group of 3, which can limit your choices in Reykjavik, but Orkin was perfect for us. Perfect location to walk into downtown. A huge grocery store/Bonus is literally a block away. When hotels offer a free breakfast, this can be hit-and-miss, but that was not the case at Orkin. Breakfast had a great variety of delicious and filling food. Very handy to have a parking lot as well. Great value for price; we would definitely stay again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Jason

A little dated but fantastic location, breakfast, and staff. Rooms are a little older so not pristine, but they are very comfortable.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Khoa

This was our first stop. We enjoyed the breakfast. The room was as advertised. Hotel was family friendly with piano, ping pong table and axe throwing to entertain. The loft style room made fitting 5 of us in not too tight:

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

Robin

We had a pleasant stay and found the property to be a good base for exploring the area. We stayed in the two-story, five-bed suite, which provided ample space and a comfortable setup for our visit. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the check-in process was straightforward.

We appreciated having hot tea and coffee available throughout the day and night, which was a nice touch. The common areas were comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was quiet and relaxing. Having access to shared amenities to include a rooftop terrace accessible from the second floor, made the stay convenient without feeling crowded.

The location worked well for our travel plans, and the property offered good value for the price. Overall, it was a comfortable place to stay, and we would consider staying here again if visiting the area in the future.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2026

Shu-Chu

Not too far from the attractions. Easy parking lot right out front. Staff was very nice and we enjoyed the standard Icelandic breakfast buffet. They also served afternoon cake/coffee. Higher up floors can have a beautiful view of the mountain and the sea.

It's an older building with an interesting loft layout. Bathroom was very small and cramped. If you have big luggage you'll have to take two trips in the small elevator. There should be a fan in the rooms otherwise it gets stuffy. We had to keep the window open and ended up hearing noise from the street.

Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2026

Sheila

Staff was awesome - so helpful and friendly.
Breakfast was great too!!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Evelyn

Excellently located for a 15 min walk into town. Ensure parking was so houseful. Reception ( especially Evelyn’s) was very helpful. Good beds and a nice breakfast

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Minhuang

Amazing

Friends

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2026

Gerard

Room was too hot. Instructions how to lower the temperature

Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2026

Sara

The parking was right outside the hotel. I like that there was a free breakfast, and that the loft room accommodated our family of 5.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Jeffrey

Excellent staff.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Jeffrey

Helpful and friendly staff.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Jerome

Easy parking and walkable.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2026

Eunice

Overall cozy hotel. Mountain view. 20 min walk to downtown. No mini fridge in room. Breakfast was 1 out of 5.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2026

GABE

Parking easy. Had everything my family needed and nothing more. Great breakfast!!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Megan

Clean room, easy parking, quiet and good breakfast.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2026

JEAN-FRANCOIS

Great staff, easy check in

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2025

KENNETH

GREAT staff. Room comfortable. Price fair.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Charlotte

Very cozy, great location, Adriene at front desk was very helpful.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

02 Oct 2025

Julie

Nice hotel off the city center but walkable. Room comfortable enough for 4 people. It was like a duplex with 4 comfortable twin beds. Bathroom kind of small. Room did have some hot springs odor that was not pleasant but nothing overwhelming. Staff nice and courteous. Breakfast was very simple continental but lacked more types of bread or danishes.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Sep 2025

Wendy

We had a room for four adults with a loft and private bath. There was a mountain view which was nice. Bathroom was small but clean and met our needs. The continental breakfast that was included was very good. Lots of variety and everything tasted good. Would recommend this property.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

22 Sep 2025

Geoffrey

Lobby and breakfast were great. One room was not clean and needed refreshing before we could stay in it. The other was fine. Hotel staff did great to rectify the situation. They do not have a shuttle to the airport.. just an expensive shuttle service that will stop by… a little misleading from their booking ad.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2025

Jose

Nice hotel

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2025

Samuel

This is a clean, comfortable hotel in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of Klambratún park and the Kjarvalsstaðir art museum. Parking is very convenient in a lot next to the hotel. The staff is helpful and friendly.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Sep 2025

Jasmine

The rooms were clean, staff was welcoming, but the bathroom had a bad smell and you had to let the hot water run for a while for the weird smell to go away. Smelled like something rotten.

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

29 Aug 2025

Rachael

I like the location but not the staff

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

Elisa

Excellent choices of breakfast; very helpful staff; close location to center city.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2025

zhongkui

Parking was very convenient, and the staff were super nice. Breakfast was okay, but there weren’t many choices. I especially liked the freshly baked breaf for the breakfast in this hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2025

Molly

Nice Place!

Hotel Orkin was lovely. Our room was bigger than expected, which was unexpected and honestly very nice. The tv in the room allowed us to all watch a movie together in the evening, which was all we wanted to do after a long day of traveling. The breakfast was also very pleasant. Overall, I would recommend staying here.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2025

Alan

The staff was lovely. Convenient to downtown and very reasonable prices.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2025

Ka-Wing

Friendly staff and easy access to the city attractions.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2025

tom

Fantastic experience. 2 bed room apartment that was clean and spacious. Breakfast provided was delicious, coffee 24 hours was a great perk. Easy parking.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2025

Tamara

Overall good but not the most comfortable sleep

The hotel is very nice but I found the room itself a bit uncomfortable. The beds were firmer than I like with only one thin pillow ( I asked for a second pillow and they brought it up immediately!) there were very few outlets and not placed in logistical areas so that I would use my backup battery to charge on the bedside overnight and then recharge the battery during the day. The shower was very small and the curtain would billow in and cling to you while showering—no way to get away from it!

Parking was free and ample but it isn’t super close to the downtown area where best restaurants and shops are. We didn’t find the 1.3 mile walk a problem (rather nice in the summer when the sun doesn’t set!) but most probably would drive downtown and need to pay for parking. The area felt very safe.

Breakfast I think is typical for what hotels here served and saved us money on eating out. Very robust and tasty food (bread with lots of spreads, yogurt, granola, soft boiled eggs and cold cuts)

Overall despite not being one of the more comfortable places I’ve ever stayed it is the “devil you know” and I would stay here again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2025

Marion

Great central location for a Reykjavik visit, staff was great and extremely helpful, breakfast was wonderful and plenty. Only negative was the room was a little warm with no A/C, and faucet and shower water had strong sulphur smell that filled the room, which made taking a shower unpleasant. All else was perfect for us .

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Daniel

Great place for families near central downtown with great daily breakfast.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

01 Jul 2025

Kris

Room book was not room received. Smaller, not so nice. Staff not empathetic in any way.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Verified traveler

Breakfast was amazing, location was great. We had an apartment. Very comfortable.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Stacy

Very helpful at the front desk. Great tea cakes in the evening and a good breakfast in the morning. Clean rooms with comfortable beds.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2025

Diane

Very friendly staff and convenient location it is dated but quaint.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2025

Laura

Comfortable Stay

Comfortable stay. Friendly staff. Delicious breakfast. Ample parking. We would stay here again!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2025

Mashea

Nice little quiet place to stay. Very friendly staff & very helpful. I didn't like the smell of rhe water.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2025

camryn

So friendly! Smooth easy check in!

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2025

Kristin

A lovely very comfortable hotel that had exactly what we needed - comfortable bed, lovely breakfast and great service. Not a luxury hotel but exactly what we needed - and perfect for our trip.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2025

Bethany

Enjoyed the loft room and large windows. Parking very easy. FYI the elevator is super small.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2025

Jose

Water smells badly in the bathroom

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2025

Kelly

Great location, and lovely little hotel. Staff were very helpful, and breakfast was good. Not fancy, but would definitely recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2025

Fiona

For a family of 5 this was a reasonably priced hotel for Reykjavik. The room was small but everyone had their own bed and it was fine for a one night stay. The breakfast was included and was great, lots of choice. The parking was onsite, free and easy. The town was in walking distance, took about 15 - 20 minutes to reach.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Apr 2025

jeannine

Property was beautifully renovated, room was large with all amenities needed. Staff was very friendly

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

19 Apr 2025

jeannine

This Hotel was sufficient.. needs some renovations..rooms were a good size and clean .. pillows are horrible …breakfast was quite good and included …but the water smells .. and that was an issue for us.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2025

Steve

Great staff. Great breakfast options. Comfortable room! Thanks!

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

15 Mar 2025

Cyrus

The bathroom was a little small

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

05 Mar 2025

Meagan

This hotel is good if you need a quick cheap stay but the rooms were small, hair all over the bed and the bathroom floor was dirty, not sure if cleaned. There are better hotels for a good price! But this hotel did its job with my 4 days here, would not come back tho.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2025

Stephen M

Wonderful

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2025

Martyn

Would stay again

Very well located. Excellent service and we appreciated being able to get a cuppa late into the evening. Excellent buffet breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2025

julie

Quaint spot in Reykjavik

We stayed at the apartment within Hotel Orkin..it was an absolutely lovely stay! The staff were beyond helpful, kind, and welcoming. Location was great - easily walkable and within close proximity of main attractions. The apartment was a lovely, comfortable space - we hope to visit again in the spring/summer amd will definitely look to stay again at Hotel Orkin.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2024

Joseph

Really nice stay and breakfast, thank you

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Dec 2024

Jorge

This Hotel is a proper hotel, very close to the city. The staff is extremely nice, and patient. I enjoyed the grounds, and comfort of the room.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2024

Frank

The hotel is nice but the staff is better. I felt always welcomed, any inquiry was answered in the best way possible.
Very good and hearty breakfast, I highly recommend this hotel. It is only a 10 minute walk to the downtown area.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2024

Karen

Good rooms for family of 5. 2 beds on one floor, then mezzanine with another 3 beds

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

26 Oct 2024

Chester

There were so many problems I don't even want to take the time to go through them all.
Find a location slightly closer to the center.
The only positive was free cake and unlimited coffee and tea and cappuccinos from the machine until midnight.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Oct 2024

Louis

Hotel is in decent condition. Bathroom is a bit old, but clean. Staff are great. Breakfast are ok. With cake and coffee serving at 5pm is kind of nice. Location is convenience. I would recommend this hotel.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

19 Oct 2024

Parag

The room was too small and the water had a stink

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2024

Verified traveler

4 stars

The staff was very helpful for us to book shuttle bus tickets.

Breakfast is ok for travelers. Location is acceptable, 15-25 min to reach our interested places.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2024

Mary

I liked how personable the staff was. They even made cakes and desserts for us!
Rooms were clean, but i did find a pill on the floor, and not enough hand towels. Shower in my room was pretty small, but sufficient.
I would stay there again

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2024

Irene

Hotel Orkin is within walking of downtown and a nice hotel for the cost. Staff were very friendly, rooms clean, and breakfast good. Coffee and cake in late afternoon was a nice treat!

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2024

Lisa

Great, helpful staff. Super clean and cozy. Delicious smorgasbord for breakfast.

8/10

Excellent

05 Oct 2024

Alan

Good location

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2024

Bonny

We stayed here for 2 nights for a stopover from London. Great hotel with friendly staff! They helped with bus transportation to Blue Lagoon, and with dining options in area. Clean rooms, nice breakfast and evening cake & coffee. We will stay here again!

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2024

Melissa

Staff was very nice. Bathroom smelled terrible, moldy floors and shower curtain. Sheets were ripped. No extra blankets or pillows. Only one hand towel for two people; no washcloths.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2024

Debra

This is such a warm and inviting spot! The people and room were great. The evening cake was the sweetest touch. I especially loved that the tables, morning and evening, had little candles burning. Such a beautiful sight.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2024

helen

Clean room, very helpful staff.

6/10

Pleasant

15 Sep 2024

Claudia

Location to downtown Reykvik good.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2024

Sharon

We have stayed at this hotel twice now and couldn't be better value for money. Excellent breakfast choices, fabulous cake from 5pm and tea and coffee when you want it. Easy walking distance to Reykjavik centre and good size free parking.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Sep 2024

Samuel

Small room. Shower area not very clean. Not far from downtown. Breakfast ok as it is free.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2024

Kimberly

I hope the owner knows s/he has a gem in Nina. Could not have asked for a more accommodating, welcoming person. All interactions with personnel were friendly and helpful. A wonderful experience and we already plan on returning.

6/10

Pleasant

05 Sep 2024

Margaret

Drain in our bathroom was smelly any time water was running, couldn't have a shower because the smell was so bad. Lack of sockets in room. Blood stain on my bed linen. Staff were lovely and helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2024

Stanka

Very nice and helpful staff, breakfast was good, beds comfortable

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2024

Shilpi

Love the location and near major things to do in the city such as Perlman just 5 min drive. There is Bonus supermarket and happy hut vegan restaurant

Business_and_leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

31 Aug 2024

Christine

Good

Basic, clean rooms. Good continental breakfast, nice to have afternoon cake! Bonus grocery store down the street. A bit of a walk to the high street and shopping, restaurants. Pick up for the inside the volcano tour 2 mins walk away.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2024

Shilpi

Very good rooms and perfect for all group sizes. Very close to major destinations in city center. Close to Bonus 10-20 store

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2024

Verified traveler

Clean, basic room with decent breakfast at a good price. We did have a sewage smell in the bathroom until we poured water in the shower drain. The only toiletries were all-in-one body wash. Stay on top floor if you don't want to hear people walking on hard flooring. Staff was very friendly and helpful, and I would stay here again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2024

Thomas

Helpful staff. Comfortable area to relax while waiting for room to be ready

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2024

Sharon

Not excellent, but a very good stay. Quiet, comfortable, very helpful staff.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

15 Aug 2024

Charles

Small, somewhat outdated rooms. Great staff and breakfast.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2024

Peggy

It was very nice. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. The cake served at 17:00 was excellent!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2024

Jacqueline

Wonderful front desk service

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Aug 2024

Charles

Staff was excellent and quickly resolved an issue.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2024

Yang

Quiet and nice breakfast

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2024

Janna

Nice place to stay

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jul 2024

Mary

Breakfast was great.
This is a very basic hotel--you get what you pay for.
Front desk personnel were very helpful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2024

Sandy

Overall a nice stay. Convenient parking, good breakfast & nice staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2024

Emily

Clean, nice, classic hotel. Great set up for it family. Easy drive to all destinations. The community side was a huge bonus for our kids.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2024

Theresa

Welcoming basic hotel

Great Starting point for our family tour of Iceland. Easy parking and 20 minute walk to downtown. Yummy afternoon cake with tea and plentiful healthy breakfast. Courteous front desk attendant provided best dinner recommendation. The room is basic and a bit worn with poorly insulated windows so we heard a lot of traffic noise, but good deal for hotel with room for family in Reykjavík.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2024

Alyssa

Our room was a great fit for 2 adults and 2 teens. Everything was clean and comfortable; the staff were friendly and helpful. We stayed only one night and had to leave just before breakfast the next day, but we saw the breakfast layout and were impressed with the options. Hoping to go back to Reykjavik in the near future, and this is the first place I'll look for lodging.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2024

Margaret

Staff was very helpful and friendly the breakfast in the morning was amazing as was the cake at 5pm. We had an issue with our booking and the hotel manager Monica made sure to give us a room and even saved us some cake.

Leisure Family