Alva Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Reykjavik, a short walk to Laugavegur

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Hallway
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Exterior
Superior Studio Suite | Private kitchen
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
5 Ármúli, Reykjavik, 108

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harpa - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokyo Sushi - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ölver - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Lobby Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪VOX Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alva Hotel

Hotel near Laugavegur
Located close to Perlan, Alva Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Room features
All guest rooms at Alva Hotel feature thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and electric kettles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Alva Hotel Hotel
Alva Hotel Reykjavik
Alva Hotel Hotel Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Is Alva Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alva Hotel?

Alva Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Alva Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Alva Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alva Hotel located?

Located in Háaleiti, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Asmundarsafn and Laugavegur. Reykjavik Harbour is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Alva Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 353 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lea

This was such a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kk

It’s a great place to stay for a great deal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amabelle

Loved the hotel. It was modern, clean, and easy check-in and check-out access.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Just great, easy and quiet. A
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Nice Hotel. We really liked the view on the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

It’s a nice hotel conveniently located. Rooms were nice .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Clean and modern hotel In the city of REYKAVIK Very safe and clean Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Nice hotel, 2 miles from downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen

The hotel was great, with a nice, clean and well appointed room. Beds were very comfortable. Easy check in and out and free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Room was clean and in a great spot in Reykjavik. Great Value!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darla

Liked: Amenities
Worked good for a group of five
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Biviana

Comfortable beds and nice bathroom .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

The room was nice, and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amund

Clean, nice rooms, modern and good beds
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ameera

The Alva was a very nice hotel. It was relatively easy to get everywhere we needed. It was also very easy to park around there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ujwal

Parking lot is full but Hotel is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Friendly responsive staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

The room was very nice and modern, which I liked. Also the unique access into the building and the room was a nice feature to use while staying! Will consider another stay while visiting Iceland in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Staff was very responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Good quality for price. Nice room, no people at reception but communication of instruction and code prior to arrival was clear and easy. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Cheap but nice .. had the tours pick us up right across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

naveen kumar

Stayed night before we took flight back to USA. It was good and easy to check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vance

The checkin was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Alva Hotel was the perfect place to stay for the night before an early flight. It was affordable, modern, quiet and parking was free. Not having front desk staff was unique but the phone staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024