Small Boutique hotels in ICELAND

101 hotel is a boutique hotel situated in the heart of Reykjavik. In a land of purity, pure air, pure water, pure vegetation with a commanding presence in the oldest postal code of Reykjavík, 101 hotel neighbours the city's administrative buildings and the icelandic opera house.Though the exterior reflects the strength and character of its Icelandic history, the interior communicates refined elegance, a stylish sense of comfort pervading throughout. The highlight of the decor, however, will be the guests themselves. Those who enjoy a balance of body and mind will appreciate 101 hotel's proximity to the business district, nightlife and geothermal pools, as well as the attentive amenities and services. Whether you are drawn to Reykjavík for work or play, 101 hotel is purely about you.Located in the basement guests can enjoy the comforts of a spa and a gym where they can rebuild and freshen up after a long flight, a good day's work or a night out in Reykjavik. On the ground floor there is a lounge as well as the casual restaurant/café "101 Cafeteria", offering a combination of modern Icelandic and international cuisine. Lounge bar 101 serves cocktails and ambient music.

Apotek Hotel is set in a carefully restored heritage building, originally designed 1917 by Guðjón Samúelsson, the former State Architect of Iceland. This well known landmark in the centre of Reykjavík was formerly the location of the Reykjavíkurapótek pharmacy, and now houses a fabulous new four-star boutique hotel, offering luxurious accommodation and fine cuisine in a privileged central setting. Standing on the corner of a pedestrianised street, Apotek Hotel is ideally located for easy, relaxing visits to this fascinating, buzzing city, and is within walking distance of a fabulous variety of art galleries, cafés and restaurants, along with many of Reykjavík's most important monuments and attractions, including the Hallgrímskirkja church, the harbour and the Culture House. The famous Laugavegur shopping street is just a three minute walk away. Apotek Hotel also boasts a fine restaurant, serving delicious fusion cuisine, and a comfortable, trend-setting lounge bar where guests can enjoy excellent cocktails and drinks prepared by the hotel's expert barmen and mixologists.

This charming property is located in a meticulously renovated fish factory, in the centre of the village of Borgarfjörður eystri. Blábjörg Guesthouse offers comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation and spa facilities in a fabulous fjord-side location. Ideal for exploring this spectacular region of Eastern Iceland, Borgarfjörður eystri is a member of the EDEN - European Destinations of Excellence, a project promoting sustainable tourism. The area around this tiny, unspoilt fishing village boasts a spectacular landscape, along with unique wildlife. A paradise for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, Borgarfjörður eystri is the starting point for 27 well-marked hiking routes, ranging from short walks to day-long excursions. Maps and guides are available in the village. About 10.000 pairs of puffins nest in Borgarfjörður in the spring and summer, and Borgarfjörður Marina is connected to a small island where these fascinating sea-birds can be observed at very close range. There are a small number of restaurants and cafés in the village, where visitors can enjoy delicious local cuisine based on the freshly caught fish from the harbour. After a busy day's hiking or sightseeing, guests can wind down in one of the hot tubs - both indoor and outdoor, or enjoy the sauna and take a plunge into the Arctic sea. A hearty Icelandic breakfast is served every morning in the kitchen of the guest-house.

Standing just 200 metres from Reykjavík's old harbour, Black Pearl Apartment Hotel is a new build design property set in a striking modern building. This fabulous property offers exclusive boutique style accommodation and a range of bespoke services in a highly central city location. Black Pearl Apartment Hotel is ideal for both business and pleasure visits to Reykjavík, and is within easy walking distance of many of this fascinating, buzzing city's most important landmarks and attractions, including the Culture House, the spectacular Hallgrímskirkja church and the charming Laugavegur shopping street. Perfect for visiting the rest of the island, guests can go whale-watching, fishing, horse riding or sightseeing to many of the natural wonders nearby. In winter, there are two ski-stations within harf an hour's drive of the city. Black Pearl Apartment Hotel offers luxurious, exclusive accommodation in just 10 modern, individually designed suites. Spacious and elegantly decorated, the suites are equipped with everything necessary for both short and long stays. A unique range of bespoke concierge services are also offered, covering everything from baby-sitting to exclusive dining, and hair-dressing to gift services.

This charming hotel is located on the shores of the Fáskrúðsfjörður, in the village of the same name, and is set in a carefully restored and renovated historic property. Originally built in 1903, the house was used for many years as a hospital for French fishermen. After previously being moved to another location, it was returned to its original site in 2008, and since 2014 offers luxurious boutique accommodation and fine cuisine in a spectacular lakeside setting. Perfect for visiting this spectacular corner of Iceland, famous for its magnificent nature and landscape, Fosshotel Eastfjords is especially recommended for hikers and other outdoor sports enthusiasts. It is also ideal for observing the Aurora Borealis, and Fosshotel organise exclusive Northern Lights tours and packages. Featuring many periood details, including the cosy timber flooring and wall cladding so typical of the region, rooms at Fosshotel Eastfjords are spacious, light and airy, and are elegantly appointed with custom-designed furniture and cosy fabrics. The hotel also boasts a French inspired restaurant, L'Abri, and a museum devoted to the French fishermen.

Recently having undergone a thorough renovation and rebuild, Fosshotel Vatnajökull is set in a purpose built design hotel, offering fabulous views of the Vatnajökull glacier and the surrounding landscape. With a new, avant-garde building, opened in late 2014, Fosshotel Vatnajökull offers luxurious boutique accommodation and fine cuisine in a spectacular, secluded setting. Perfect for relaxing, carefree visits to this beautiful region, Fosshotel Vatnajökull features avant- garde architecture and natural materials - carefully polished timber floors, cosy fabrics and custom built furniture. Guests can take guided trips to the glacier, or go on boat trips to Jökulsárlón, with its spectacular glacier and lagoon. Featuring floor to ceiling panoramic windows, Fosshotel Vatnajökull's restaurant serves a fascinating range of Icelandic and international cuisine, all with the splendid backdrop of the glacier. For moments of quiet relaxation, guests can enjoy a fine range of spirits, wines and beers in the elegant, comfortable lounge bar, while business visitors are sure to appreciate the hotel's fully equipped conference room and auditorium.

Modern minimalist style Hotel Berg by Keflavik Airport is located on the outskirts of the city near the marina. Each bedroom features free Wi-Fi Intent and its own private bathroom. As a hotel located near the airport, Hotel Berg may offer special additional services such as an early breakfast or an airport drop-off to catch your flight out. Ask about their restaurant and activity recommendations. Try the little heated rooftop sitting pool open from early morning until midnight to enjoy the skies in Icelandic style.

This delightful property enjoys a remote,secluded location on the westernmost tip of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, at the edge of The Snæfellsjökull National Park. Set in a charming traditional-style Icelandic building, Hotel Búdir offers luxurious boutique accommodation, gourmet cuisine and fabulous activities in a spectacular estuary setting. The perfect spot for visiting Snæfellsnes and the Snæfellsjökull glacier, world famous as part of the setting for Jules Verne's Journey to the Centre of the Earth, guests at Hotel Búdir can enjoy a magnificent range of outdoor activities from the hotel, including hiking, horse riding, fishing, seatours and snow-mobile trips on the glacier. Golf enthusiasts con choose from no less than four courses on the Snaefellsnes peninsula. Long one of the highlights of Hotel Búdir, the restaurant is renowned for its unique seasonal menus, with the emphasis in the highest quality locally sourced produce, fish and seafood. The cosy, elegant dining room offers magnificent views of the glacier, while the hotel's bar is a delightful spot for moments of quiet relaxation by the roaring fire, with a glass of wine, beer or whisky from the hotel's extensive collection.

Hotel Egilsen is set in a lovingly restored historic mansion, originally built in the 1860's, and enjoys a delightful location by the harbour in the fishing village of Stykkishólmur, on the coast of Breiðafjörður (Broad Bay), the bay of thousand islands. This charming property offers cosy boutique style accommodation and delicious home cooking in a friendly, intimate atmosphere. Ideal for exploring this charming little town and this beautiful region of western Iceland, Hótel Egilsen is within easy reach of all the most important landmarks and attractions in Stykkishólmur, including the Library of Water, the Volcano Museum, and the swimming pool, with its Fresenius certified water. The town is also close to the Snæfellsjökull National Park, with its mysterious Snæfellsjökull glacier, Jules Verne's entrance to the centre of the earth, and there are ferry services to the Westfjords and the Flatey islands. Hotel Egilsen has just 10 small but very bright and comfortable rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom with an overhead power shower, iPad, and COCO-MAT beds. The hotel's cosy lounge offers traditional hospitality and a delicious range of home cooked delights. In the mornings, a hearty, healthy breakfast is served, with fresh organic eggs from local farmers, while guests can enjoy delicious home-made soup and sandwiches at lunchtime. Home baked waffles, pies and ice-cream and are available in the afternoon.

Enjoying a fabulous, tranquil location near the village of Hella in south Iceland, Hotel Rangá is set in a newly-built lodge-style hotel. This luxury boutique-style hotel offers exclusive accommodation, gourmet cuisine and a fantastic range of activities and services in a unique natural location. The perfect spot for enjoying the magnificent scenery of this beautiful area of Iceland, guests at Hotel Rangá can choose from an immense range of activities offered by the hotel, in all seasons of the year. These include hiking and mountaineering, glacier tours, bird-watching, kayaking and super 4X4 tours, to name but a few. Golf is available just three kilometres from the hotel. Hotel Rangá is also ideally located for viewing the Northern Lights. Due to its rural location, there is no light pollution, and the hotel provides optimal conditions for viewing the sky at night. A recent addition is the unique Astronomical observatory, equipped with a roll-off roof and high quality computerised telescopes. The restaurant at Hotel Rangá is an acclaimed gourmet restaurant overlooking one of Iceland's finest salmon rivers, the East-Rangá River. Firmly committed to the concept of the "Farmers Market" - using predominantly local ingredients of the highest quality and freshness following seasonal availability, the chef and his team create fabulous menus inspired by modern Nordic cuisine with a Mediterranean twist.

Set in the center of a small town on a northern fjord in Iceland, this quirky place features a restaurant, hot tub, and an eclectic mix of styles. Simple clean Nordic charm with homey retro elements and international guests make this guesthouse more than a youth hostel. There is a range of cozy bedrooms to choose from. From a simple single dorm with a shared bathroom to the four person bedroom, each is unique. Enjoy the long summer days in this historic fishing village. A nearby swimming pool, golf course and the local culture provide civilized amusements while the surrounding natural environment is something to behold.

Perched at the bottom of a hill by the lava fields of Nesjavellir, close to the Hengill Volcano and lake Þingvallavatn, ION Luxury Adventure Hotel is is set in a fabulous avant-garde structure, created to offer the finest views of the spectacular Icelandic volcanic landscape. This award winning property offers exclusive boutique accommodation and gourmet cuisine in a dramatic, secluded setting. Although just a 45 minute drive from the centre of Reykjavík, ION Luxury Adventure Hotel could be in another world, seemingly light years away from the bustle of the city. Its quiet rural setting means that it is ideal for active holidays and romantic breaks alike, and guests at the hotel can enjoy a number of fantastic outdoor activities in the area, including visits to the Thingvellir National Park, hiking and mountaineering, horse riding and kayaking. The Silfra fissure in Lake Þingvallavatn is frequently rated as one of the finest diving sites in the world, and diving trips can also be booked from the hotel. The Silfra Restaurant and Northern Lights Bar are located in the spectacular frontal portion of the hotel, with its towering floor to ceiling windows, offering fabulous views of the surrounding landscape. In keeping with the architecture, the restaurant serves delicious menus based on new Nordic cuisine, with the accent firmly placed on proximity and the slow food ethic. The Northern Lights bar is a delightful, cosy spot for moments of quiet relaxation with a fine selection of beers, wines and spirits. According to the weather and the season, this venue is also an ideal spot for viewing the Aurora Borealis.

Kvosin Downtown Hotel enjoys a privileged location, standing on an elegant square beside Reykjavík cathedral and the parliament building. Set in a carefully restored and modernised building dating from 1900, Kvosin Downtown Hotel offers spacious, luxurious boutique accommodation in the heart of Reykjavík's historic centre. Kvosin Downtown Hotel has 13 large, comfortable rooms and one suite, and even the smallest room in the hotel is bigger than many other standard hotel rooms in the city. The rooms are airy and filled with light, and feature elegant parquet flooring, high ceilings and custom designed furniture. Many rooms have French windows opening onto balconies with delightful views of the cathedral, the parliament building and Jon Sigursson square. Guests at Kvosin Downtown Hotel can enjoy a hearty breakfast at the adjoining Bergsson Mathús restaurant, and the Klaustur Downtown Bar serves a carefully selected range of international wines, cocktails and beers.

Centrally located in the in the heart of Reykjavik's fashionable 101 district, Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel is set in a newly-restored and renovated listed Reykjavik mansion. This charming boutique property offers luxurious accommodation and full hotel service in a highly central location. Perfect for both business and pleasure visits to the buzzing, vibrant capital of Iceland,Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel is within easy reach of both Laugarvegur and Skolavordustigur, the city's main shopping streets, with a fantastic variety of stores, boutiques, restaurants, cafés, museums, nightclubs and art galleries. Many of Reykjavik's most important landmarks and attractions, such as the Museum House, the Hallgrímskirkja church and the Parliament building are also just footsteps away from the hotel. Accommodation at Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel consists of just 17 exclusive self catering apartments, with the luxury of full hotel amenities, which include 24 hour reception and room service. The Apartments are elegantly appointed and spacious, and come with a full range of high-tech amenities, including flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations. iPads are also available on request for a small rental fee, and all apartments are suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Newly built in traditional Icelandic rustic style with turf roofs, Torfhús Retreat is out in the countryside. Each comfortable bedroom is actually a free-standing house with free Wi-Fi Internet, its own living room, bathroom and bedroom. Some have a kitchen and dining area as well as a second bedroom. The shared areas include an onsite restaurant, in ground hot pools, and onsite parking. There is even a fully equipped venue for private events such as a meeting or wedding. Experience the summer midnight sun or winter northern lights from this sustainable rural retreat in Selfoss, Iceland. Discover the geysers, hot springs, and waterfalls. Take a tour of Langjokul Glacier. Ride an Icelandic horse. Try fishing in one of the many fjords, rivers, and lakes. Torfhús Retreat is happy to help organize activities to enjoy this enchanting land.