Reykjavik, IcelandMidborg
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Restored townhouse apartments
Restored townhouse apartments
Nine historic townhouses make up this decentralized stay, combining independent apartment living with round-the-clock front-desk service.
What it’s good at
Notable
Nine restored century-old townhouses encompass early twentieth-century bookbinderies, tanneries, and artisan workshops.
Notable
Apartments scattered across residential Midborg streets receive breakfast baskets with local sourdough bread.
Listed
Muted Nordic interiors set light timber floors alongside modern self-catering kitchenettes.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Its units are distributed among a small handful of buildings (including the former Prime Minister’s residence) just one street to the north of Laugavegur, the city’s main shopping avenue.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Tucked along residential side streets in Midborg, the buildings sit moments from local restaurants and the old harbour.
The rooms
Apartments feature quiet residential layouts with light timber floors and kitchenettes equipped with stovetops and cookware.
At the table
Port 9 serves international wines and small bites by candlelight in an intimate courtyard setting.
How it began
The addresses include the 1912 residence of Prime Minister Jón Magnússon and a workshop that once bound Icelandic sagas.
Reykjavik
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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.