CenterHotel Thingholt is 4 star hotel with 52 rooms and the facilities of Bar and Family Rooms.
CenterHotel Thingholt has
4.50 mark for overall hotel rating at TripTake. (4.70 for Location, 4.30 for Rooms, 4.40 for Service, 4.60 for Value).
The hotel is recommended for
Honeymoon.
This is a pretty hotel with the rates from
116 USD to
143 USD.
CenterHotel Thingholt is one of the recommended hotels
from 100 USD to 200 USD near
Hallgrimskirkja, it is also not far from
Arbaejarsafn and
Laugardalur.
CenterHotel Thingholt details:
This stylish hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Reykjavik’s main shopping street, Laugavegur. It offers free Wi-Fi and rooms with unique Icelandic art, satellite TV and a tea/coffee maker.
At CenterHotel Thingholt, the work of local artists is found throughout. The individually designed rooms feature a minibar, modern bathroom facilities and guest bathrobes. Some rooms offer views of the city and harbour.
A free internet computer is found in the lobby. The neighbouring restaurant Domo serves Asian- and French-flavoured dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.
Reception staff will happily recommend popular activities such as the Life of Whales sea safari. Tours depart just 10 minutes’ walk from Thingholt CenterHotel.
CenterHotel Thingholt is a brand new hotel located in Reykjavík’s city centre, housed in a renovated printing factory. At CenterHotel Thingholt there’s a strong focus on quality modern design inspired by Icelandic nature.
Inside you will find original and unique modern art by Icelandic artists. Currently, the hotel has commissioned local artists to create individual pieces for each of the rooms, making each one unique.
During your stay you will be treated to a friendly and personalised service and are assured of serene and restful accommodation in a refined atmosphere.
Restaurant Domo is located on the ground floor of the hotel. Domo specializes in Asian-European fusion cuisine.
The hotel has 3 bars:
- one in the hotel's lobby where you can have coffee 24/7
- one in the basement of the Domo Restaurant where there is regular live music and a dance floor.
- there's also a bar on the ground floor of the restaurant
Location
Located next to Reykjavik’s main shopping street, Laugavegur, the hotel offers an ideal location for exploring the historic centre; shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, nightlife and main attractions can all be found within easy walking distance.
Within 500 m of the hotel the following attractions can be found:
- The old harbour where you can go on a whale watching trip (April-October).
- The flea market, Kolaportið, open Saturdays and Sundays.
- Hallgrímskirkja church, one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks. You can climb up to the church tower and enjoy a spectacular view of the city.
- The Culture House, which houses Iceland’s Medieval Manuscripts, amongst other artefacts.
Within 3 km of the hotel the following attractions can be found:
- The National Museum.
- The Pearl - one of Reykjavík’s landmark, where you can get a great view over the city, visit the Saga Museum and dine at the revolving restaurant at the top.
- Kringlan shopping centre, with over 60 shops.
Rooms
The design of the rooms is modern, yet classic, and natural materials and colours have been used.
Some rooms on the 3rd and 4th floor have excellent views over the city centre, the harbour, the bay and nearby mountains.
Facilities
General: Heating, Parking, Non-Smoking Rooms, Shower, TV Remote Control, Design Hotel, Television with Cable, Luggage Storage, King Bed, 24 hour security, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled, Gay Friendly, Hair dryer, Breakfast Buffet, Sitting Area, All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking, Fire Alarm with Light, Elevator, Air conditioning, Bath Tub, Safety Deposit Box, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Restaurant, Telephone, Cribs Available, Television, Bar, Mini bar, Guest Laundromat, 24-Hour Front Desk, Smoke Detectors, Modem in Room
Activities: Fitness Centre, Lounge, Spa & Wellness Centre, Sauna
Services: Maid Service, Fax/Photocopying, Airport Shuttle, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Ironing Service, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Security, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Shoe Shine, Phone Service, Packed Lunches, Car Rental, Tour Desk, High speed internet access
Location: City Centre, Ocean View
Dining
Breakfast is served from 07:00 until 10:00.
Lunch is served from 11:30 until 15:00.
Dinner is served from 18:00 until 22:00.
Hotel policies
Cancellation
In case of no show or late cancellation the first night will be charged on your credit card.
Children
All children are welcome.
All children under 7 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All children from 7 to 12 years are charged EUR 25.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Pre-pay
No deposit will be charged.
Extra charges
7 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
No parking available.
Dining
Breakfast is included in the room rate.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
What Travellers Like
- Hotell mitt i centrala raykjavik, bra service och skön säng. . Read review
Posted: Feb 11, 2011 - La decoración muy moderna y excelentes instalaciones. . Read review
Posted: Jan 29, 2011 - Fint hotel og god service. Dejlige senge. . Read review
Posted: Feb 12, 2011 - Its location is excellent and decor is great. The staff are very friendly and helpful, the Internet connection is fast, the breakfast in the morning is fine - continental. Icelandic are good-looking. . Read review
Posted: Mar 19, 2011 - In terms of location was perfect, the Centerhotel Thingholt was a fantastic hotel and the staff was very helpful in
telling us activites were great. Room was very nice and breakfast was good. . Read review
Posted: Mar 19, 2011
Travellers Reviews
Nice Decor But Still Snags / Teething ProblemsPosted: Sat, Nov 24 2007Location:
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Read entire review Posted: Sat, Mar 19 2011Location:
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4Location is excellent basically a few minutes walk from the shops, the Hotel is very nice and the bedrooms have large leather sofas. ...
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4Other than that the location is perfect and this hotel is also close to traveler information center. The beds are comfortable. ...
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2In a really good location and great design. Friendly staff and fantastic shower. Nice bar, large breakfast. ...
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2.5Location was great and there were few hotels that were better placed. Staff were helpful, power shower was excellent and breakfast was simple starchy pastry. ...
Read entire review Posted: Sat, Mar 19 2011Location:
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2Very central in the town, within walking distance of great shopping and the staff were knowledgeable about the area. The decor was nice and david at the front desk was incredibly helpful - one of the best front desk. The bed was large and breakfast was good. ...
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3.8Location is perfect and good pick-up place for tours. The breakfast is included in the room price is great. ...
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4.5Good location to "old"reykjavik, fantastic design and wonderful modern interiors. Some very helpful staff, great room and near all the bars. Hot drinks. ...
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4.6The views from the room were fantastic, the hotel had a great location and the staff were very helpful. Furthermore the bathroom was excellent, breakfast was very good. ...
Read entire review Posted: Sat, Mar 19 2011Location:
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4Thingholt is actually located pretty close to everything: Laugavegur and the hotel is exactly that beautiful in person. Rooms are clean. ...
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4The location couldn't have been better and some great places to eat very close by. The rooms are extremely well glazed, the breakfasts are good. ...
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Located next to Reykjavik’s main shopping street, Laugavegur, the hotel offers an ideal location for exploring the historic centre; shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, nightlife and main attractions can all be found within easy walking distance.
Within 500 m of the hotel the following attractions can be found:
- The old harbour where you can go on a whale watching trip (April-October).
- The flea market, Kolaportið, open Saturdays and Sundays.
- Hallgrímskirkja church, one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks. You can climb up to the church tower and enjoy a spectacular view of the city.
- The Culture House, which houses Iceland’s Medieval Manuscripts, amongst other artefacts.
Within 3 km of the hotel the following attractions can be found:
- The National Museum.
- The Pearl - one of Reykjavík’s landmark, where you can get a great view over the city, visit the Saga Museum and dine at the revolving restaurant at the top.
- Kringlan shopping centre, with over 60 shops.
Travel information
CenterHotel Thingholt can be reached by car, Flybus or taxi from Keflavik International Airport (45 km).
By car:
From Keflavik International Airport:
- from the airport, take the first right at the roundabout
- continue in the direction of Hafnarfjörður
- follow signs for Reykjavík
- join the coast road Saebraut
- follow Saebraut until you arrive in Reykjavík’s city centre, where Saebraut changes its name into Kalkofnsvegur
- at the traffic lights turn left into Laekjargata
- turn left onto Bókhlöðustígur
- take the first turning on the right and you will be on Thingholtsstraeti (written Þingholtsstræti in Icelandic) where CenterHotel Thingholt is, number 3-5 in 2 buildings, one grey and the other white.
Flybus information from Keflavik International Airport:
The Flybus offers a very convenient transportation service from Keflavik International Airport to the hotel and back. It operates in connection with all arriving flights. You will find it immediately on your right when you leave the airport building. The Flybus takes passengers to the bus terminal in Reykjavík. From there passengers are taken to the hotels in Reykjavík in smaller busses. Just tell the driver that you are going to CenterHotel Thingholt. When you go back, just let reception know the day before your flight at what time it is and they will figure out which Flybus departure would be best for you. The Flybus picks up at the hotel, brings you to the bus terminal where you switch to a bigger bus and then takes you to the airport.
The price is 1200 ISK per person one way.
Taxi information from Keflavik International Airport:
Taxis are available right outside the airport building. The rate for a taxi from the airport to Reykjavík is approximately 8500 ISK for a single journey. For the trip back to the airport a taxi can be booked from CenterHotel Thingholt’s reception.