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We Love —
- Staying in a celebrated architectural treasure, a former apothecary-turned-hotel bursting with character and history.
- Witnessing the award-winning "pharmacists" mix together exciting artisan cocktails to suit every mood at Apotek Kitchen + Bar.
- The classy style, thoughtful touches and trendy vibe to the bedrooms of this boutique hotel.
Customer reviews —
9.2/10
18 reviews
Apotek Hotel 4* —
Find this character-filled four-star hotel located in central Reykjavík, within a stunning listed building. Designed by former state architect Gudjón Samúelsson in 1917, this is considered to be one of the city's most remarkable buildings and offers convenient access to the shopping, entertainment and cultural districts. Within this boutique hotel, you can also find a collection of brightly decorated rooms along with an on-site kitchen and bar. This is truly the ideal spot for a relaxing stay in Iceland's capital.
Your room —
Just for you:
- Complimentary upgrade from a Standard Room to a Superior Room
- Complimentary upgrade from a Superior Room to a Deluxe Room
Choose between a stay in a Superior Room or a Deluxe Room.
Superior Room (20 m²)
Stretch out in one of the hotel's Superior rooms, offering all the amenities as your standard room but with a bit more space and added comfort - ideal for a restful and relaxing stay.
2 Adults
or
1 Adult
+ 1 Child
Deluxe Room (25 m²)
Discover elegance in the Deluxe rooms at the Apotek Hotel, where tasteful decor meets modern amenities for a delightful stay. Enjoy captivating views of Austurvöllur Square or Austurstræti Street from every Deluxe room.
2 Adults
or
1 Adult
+ 1 Child
Your dining choices
Choose between an accommodation-only rate or a bed and breakfast stay.
The ground-floor restaurant, Apotek Kitchen + Bar is a true experience. Offering a beautifully curated menu of Icelandic and European cuisine as well as an Argentinean grill, this relaxed restaurant serves fantastic food in an atmospheric setting. Guests can also unwind during the day with a fresh coffee - or immerse themselves in the alchemy theme and sample something stronger at the bar.
Your time
Just for you:
- Northern Lights excursion included
The hotel is located in the heart of Reykjavík's most prestigious shopping, cultural and entertainment district. Overlooking Austurvöllur Park, the hotel is within walking distance of Reykjavik Cathedral, Parliament and the city centre with its shops, cafés, restaurants and much more.
Your included extras —
Northern Lights Tour
Our tour takes you to see a spectacular phenomenon. Viewing the glorious northern lights in Iceland is an absolutely unforgettable experience! Also known as the aurora borealis, the northern lights are caused by the interaction of particles from the sun with the upper atmosphere near the Magnetic Pole.
Please note: the northern lights can be seen from late August to mid-April.
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Whale Watching guided boat tour (for stays of 3 nights or longer)
Enjoy a sail out in one of the largest whale watching boats in Iceland and experience rich and thriving bird life, and a variety of sea-life, including minke whales, humpback whales, harbour porpoises and white-beaked dolphins among other whale species! Our focus is on comfort, unique experiences and personal service while making sure the environment is protected and respected in every way possible.
Our focus is on comfort, unique experiences and personal service while making sure the environment is protected and respected in every way possible. Enjoy a sail out in one of the largest whale watching boats in Iceland. Our big and sturdy whale watching boat Andrea, provides you with extra comfort, fantastic interior seating areas, large outside viewing decks, a safe family friendly environment and a café and souvenir shop on-board.
Our expert guides and friendly crew will welcome you aboard, share with you interesting information about different kinds of whales and seabirds you may expect to see on your tour and will teach you how to spot whales out in the bay.
With an on-board display of whale teeth, bones, baleen, plankton nets and a microscope, this tour truly is a hands-on floating Whale Watching classroom with educational & interactive focus! We proudly follow the IceWhale code of conduct to respect and protect the nature of Iceland.
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South Shore Adventure (for stays of 7 nights or more)
This South Shore Adventure tour is ideal for nature lovers of all kinds. We take you along the south coast of Iceland, one of the country’s most scenic regions, as far as Vík, a charming village surrounded by high beautiful bird cliffs. Witness nature's showstoppers - Eyjafjallajökull, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss and more!
Among the stops on this tour are the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. What makes Seljalandsfoss so famous and interesting is that you can walk behind it. Skógafoss is something of a film star, having been used as a backdrop in films such as Thor: The Dark World and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.
We will also stop at Reynisfjara black sand beach, with the Reynisdrangar rock formations and columnar basalt. Additionally, we stop by Sólheimajökull glacier and walk up to a small lake that has formed in front of the retreating glacier.
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Your optional extras —
Entry to the Sky Lagoon and hunt for the Northern Lights
Visit Iceland's latest geothermal spa, the Sky Lagoon, for a 7-step Skjól ritual and end your evening with a viewing of the Northern Lights and see the sky be illuminated by this breathtaking natural phenomenon.
Please note: The experts leading the Northern Lights expedition will decide where the best spot is, so the exact itinerary is not known in advance. It is a natural phenomenon so a sighting cannot be guaranteed.
Practical information:
Guided tour: yes, in English
Availability: daily from September to mid-April
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes (changing rooms and showers are adapted for people with reduced mobility. There are also facilities for wheelchair access to the lagoon.)
Accessible to pregnant women: not recommended for the Lagoon
Minimum age: 12 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 6 hours
Times: afternoon and evening. Precise times will be given to you by our partner.
Pick-up and drop-off point: at your hotel
The price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the Sky Lagoon
- Pure" entrance to the Sky Lagoon
- 7-step well-being ritual
- Bath towels
- Guided Northern Lights viewing bus tour
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not included in the price
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Optional Sky Lagoon Pass (from 12 years old only)
Immerse yourself in the warmth of an ocean-side geothermal lagoon as the dramatic North Atlantic stretches out before you. Join us for rejuvenation and inspiration at the edge of the world.
Relax your mind, body and soul with the 7-step Skjól ritual, a truly unique journey that's at the heart of Iceland's newest geothermal experience. Enjoy amber sunsets and stormy skies, and sometimes the dancing Northern Lights as you relax and unwind.
Please note: The 7-step Skjól ritual will not be available from May 15 to June 5.
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Boat tour - Northern Lights viewing
Discover the enchanting magic of the Northern Lights on an unforgettable boat trip in Iceland.
Accompanied by an experienced guide, you'll sail away from the city lights into the calm waters surrounding Iceland to admire this exceptional natural phenomenon.
Golden Circle bus tour
The Golden Circle bus tour takes you on a day trip to see the world-famous Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss, the queen of Icelandic waterfalls, as well as Thingvellir National Park.
The Geysir geothermal area boasts spouting springs, including Strokkur, the most active geyser in Iceland.
Gullfoss Waterfall:
At Gullfoss you are given the opportunity to stand next to the amazing waterfall, watching enormous quantities of water tumble violently into a deep, meandering gorge.
Thingvellir National Park:
Whether you take the morning or the afternoon tour, you will spend your time encountering a cross-section of Iceland's natural wonders and geological phenomena at Thingvellir National Park, an area of historical and geological significance.
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Golden Circle & Fridheimar
This best-selling tour of Iceland's most famous landmarks includes a visit to Friðheimar greenhouse. The classic Golden Circle with a sustainable twist! Witness the force of Strokkur Geysir, the magnificent Gullfoss Waterfall, and the geological wonder that is Thingvellir National Park.
After Fridheimar, we stop at Geysir Geothermal Area. The Strokkur Geysir shoots a column of water up to 30 meters (98 ft.) into the air every 4-8 minutes in a thrilling display of nature’s forces.
The visit continues with Gullfoss waterfall, created by the Hvítá river, which tumbles and plunges into a crevice some 32 m (105 ft.) deep.
We also visit the historical and geological wonder that is Thingvellir National Park. Here the American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart at a rate of a few centimetres per year. Thingvellir is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Golden Circle & Fontana wellness tour
This amazing day tour takes you around the Golden Circle to see three of Iceland’s highlights; Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area, and Thingvellir National Park, before heading to Fontana’s natural steam baths.
The original sauna was built in the 1920s and was little more than a shack with two compartments, built above the hot spring that bubbles and gurgles below the ground. Today, a modern complex welcomes you to relax with various hot tubs and steam baths naturally heated by Icelandic hot springs.
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Lava tunnel tour
Visit the lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir and witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption while you walk in the path of a lava that flowed thousands of years ago.
On this adventure, we visit the lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir located only 30 minutes from Reykjavík. The lava tunnel is one of the biggest in Iceland and gets up to 30 metres wide and 10 metres high. The lava tube ceiling has caved in near the entrance, which creates beautiful columns of light. The fantastic range of colours of the tunnel wall is caused by the different mineral types of the rock.
This is a tour for the senses. Experience a new world, hear the talk of the cave and sense the forces of nature like you have never done before. Learn new things and step out of your comfort zone. Scenes from the Hollywood movie Noah, with Anthony Hopkins, were shot in this lava cave. You walk around 350 metres into the lava tunnel and the temperature in the cave is around 4 degrees, although it can be warmer outside and usually water leaks from the ceiling when it rains and snows, so we recommend raincoats.
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Guided tour of Icelandic folklore in Reykjavik
Elves, trolls, and dragons... Discover Icelandic folklore through a guided tour of Reykjavik that will take you into the magical world of its tales and mythology, among other sources of inspiration for J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth.
Reykjavik Food Lovers Tour
Would you like to taste authentic local dishes and learn about Icelandic culture while you enjoy yourself? Choose this gourmet tour where you will taste at least 10 different traditional dishes and learn about local traditions from your expert guide.
Comfort Pass to the Blue Lagoon (with transfers)
Discover a unique place made up of a lava field covered in moss, with state-of-the-art facilities and a unique atmosphere. Enjoy silica mud masks and water to leave your skin feeling refreshed, and enjoy a drink of your choice from the bar.
Practical information:
Type of excursion: entrance ticket
Guided: no
Availability: daily
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes
Accessible to pregnant women: yes, with medical authorisation
Minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 4 hours
Times: several times will be offered by our partner
Group size: 50 people
Pick-up and drop-off point: your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point (wifi on board)
- Entry to the Blue Lagoon
- Mud and silica mask
- Loan of towels
- A drink of your choice at the bar (adults only)
The price does not include:
- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not included in the price
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Premium admission to the Blue Lagoon (with transfers)
Discover a unique place made up of a lava field covered in moss and state-of-the-art facilities. Feel rejuvenated with a silica mud mask and mineral-rich water for a unique and unmissable experience during your stay.
With the Premium package, you get entry to the Lagoon, a silica mud mask and a choice of two additional masks, the loan of a bathrobe and towel, a drink of your choice, and a table reservation with sparkling wine at the LAVA restaurant (if you opt to dine in).
Practical information:
Type of excursion: entrance ticket
Guided: no
Availability: daily
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes
Accessible to pregnant women: yes, with medical authorisation
Minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 4 hours
Times: several times will be offered by our partner
Group size: 50 people
Pick-up and drop-off point: your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point (wifi on board)
- Entry to the Blue Lagoon
- Mud and silica mask
- A choice of two additional masks
- Loan of towels and bathrobes
- One drink of your choice at the bar (adults only)
- Reservation of a table with sparkling wine at the LAVA restaurant (if you choose to eat there)
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not included in the price
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Your journey to Reykjavik —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Reykjavik —
As the northernmost capital in the world, Reykjavík enjoys a unique atmosphere few other capitals can match. Overlooked to the north by the volcanic range Esja, this picturesque city is the perfect place for a laid-back break or one filled with action!
Laugavegur is the beating heart of the city, a street brimming with bars, restaurants, and boutique shops - stop by one of the cosy cafés to try Icelandic favourites such as rye bread with toppings like herring or trout. If you’re looking to soak up some culture, visit the Reykjavík Art Museum to see modern art by Icelandic artists, or the National Museum of Iceland to dive into the city’s Viking roots.
Of course, Reykjavík is also the ideal starting point to discover the wild landscapes of this stunning island - join a tour of the popular Golden Circle, a 230 km route taking in Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and the breathtaking Gullfoss waterfall.
