Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Contemporary Icelandic boutique — clean Nordic lines, curated local artwork, warm materials. Not flashy, but notably well-designed for the price point. The lobby and restaurant feel genuinely inviting rather than corporate.
Ask the 24-hour front desk to call your room if northern lights appear — they actively do this for guests
Why It Matters
Listed on Tablet Hotels, Green Key certified (part of the first fully sustainability-certified hotel chain in Iceland), and one of the newer upscale boutique options in central Reykjavík. The Fröken restaurant and the top-floor rooftop terrace — useful for northern lights viewing in winter — set it apart from older downtown competition.
Hotel Reykjavík Saga opened in July 2022 on Lækjargata, one of central Reykjavík's older streets, and immediately punched above its four-star classification. The 130 rooms spread across a modern main building and a newly renovated historic annex house, finished in warm taupe tones with dark grid-patterned bedheads, gold detailing, and forest green accent cushions. Top-floor suites get dramatic pitched skylights. The Art Deco restaurant, Fröken Reykjavík Kitchen & Bar, does modern Nordic cooking with locally sourced ingredients, and two rooftop terraces plus a steam-and-sauna spa round out the offer.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Annex Family Suite
The largest annex option at 41–49 m², sleeping up to 3. The most spacious family option in the annex and good for those who want the historic house feel with room to spread out. No elevator — stair access only.
Double · 45 sqm
Annex Standard Room – Double
One of 8 rooms in the renovated historic annex house adjacent to the main building. At 19–21 m², similar in size to the main building Standard. No elevator access — you'll carry bags upstairs. The trade-off is more character from being in the older structure. Same amenity spec as main building Standards.
Double · 20 sqmAnnex Studio Room – Double
The Studio in the annex runs 31–39 m² — considerably more spacious than the annex Standard. A proper studio layout in the character-filled older building. Again, no elevator, but the extra space makes it a good pick for longer stays.
Double · 35 sqmDeluxe Family Room
At 27–40 m² and sleeping up to 3, this is the practical family choice in the main building. Bathtub included. Extra bed can be configured for a child. Same full amenity set as the Deluxe.
Double · 33.5 sqmDeluxe Room – Double
The Deluxe adds a bathtub to the walk-in shower — a meaningful upgrade given Iceland's bathing culture — and ranges from 27–38 m². More space than the Superior, and the wider size range means some units are considerably larger.
Double · 32.5 sqmExecutive Suite
The top-tier room at 64 m², and the one with the pitched skylights Tablet Hotels mentions. Separate bedroom and living room, bathtub plus shower, sofa seating area. A genuinely impressive amount of space for a downtown Reykjavík hotel. Sleeps up to 2.
Double · 64 sqmJunior Suite
At 34–38 m², the Junior Suite gains a balcony and an extra bed option — useful for families or anyone who wants outdoor space. Walk-in shower, full amenity set, all the finishes of the upper-tier rooms.
Double · 36 sqmStandard Room – Double or Twin
The entry-level room at Saga and honestly pretty functional for the price. Compact at 19–22 m², but soundproof windows, blackout curtains, and a well-specified bathroom with walk-in shower mean you won't feel shortchanged. Warm taupe palette with grid-patterned bedhead. Includes bathrobe, slippers, mini cooler, and Smart TV.
Double or Twin (2 singles) · 20.5 sqmSuite
At 48 m², these proper suites have a separate bedroom, living room, bathtub, balcony, and the works. Good for anyone who wants a real living space rather than just a bigger bedroom. Sleeps up to 3.
Double · 48 sqmSuperior Room – Double or Twin
Step up to 24–28 m² and you get meaningfully more floor space without jumping categories. Same quality palette and finishes as the Standard, just more room to breathe. Good pick for anyone staying more than two nights.
Double or Twin (2 singles) · 26 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel has a top-floor public deck specifically set up for northern lights viewing. The 24-hour front desk will call your room if auroras appear — guests report this actually happens. Best September through April on dark, clear nights.
Two large roof terraces with an outdoor patio and a glass atrium. Used for events and receptions but accessible to guests for city views and summer evenings.
The hotel has a tour/ticket assistance service to help book day trips — Golden Circle, whale watching from the Old Harbour, northern lights cruises, glacier snowmobiling, snorkeling at Silfra, and more. Many operators pick up at or near the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Main building is wheelchair accessible with elevator. The 8 annex rooms are not elevator-accessible.
Free WiFi throughout the property including all guest rooms.
Full breakfast buffet served daily 7am–10am at Fröken Reykjavík. American, full English/Irish, and vegetarian options with fresh pastries and local specialties. Often included in room rate depending on booking.
Available on request. Children 6 and above charged as adults.
Dogs are allowed. Must be requested at booking time in the comments box and confirmed with the hotel directly.
Available before check-in and after check-out.
Certified by FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education) since August 2024 — part of the first fully sustainability-certified hotel chain in Iceland. Runs on 100% renewable energy.
Dedicated coach access in front of the hotel — makes group and excursion logistics easy.
Paid shuttle service available. Useful for connections to Reykjavík Domestic Airport (2 km away).
No parking at the hotel. Public parking options and garages are available nearby but cannot be reserved by the hotel.
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