Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Nordic university conversion
Akureyri, Iceland
Opened
2011
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
BerjayaNordic university conversion
Converted from a university building, the hotel runs as an unfussy northern stopover for road trips beyond Reykjavik.
What it’s good at
Listed
Aurora Restaurant focuses on regional Icelandic dishes like smoked char and mountain lamb.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
But once you’re inside, you’re treated to some characteristically Nordic clean lines and blonde wood, warmed by industrial touches and artworks.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The town geothermal swimming pool sits directly across the street, and central Akureyri is an easy walk away.
The rooms
Blonde wood brightens the minimalist bedrooms, with larger layouts adding bunk beds or separate living rooms.
Aurora Restaurant
A photo mural of the northern lights over Mount Súlur overlooks tables serving Icelandic cod beside an indoor fireplace.
At the table
Filament bulbs glow over the stone bar counter, and a long wooden table sits beside built-in bookshelves.
How it began
Students once filled the halls when the building housed the University of Akureyri. Today, vintage photographs of the town line the walls.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.