Fosshotel Baron, Reykjavik

Fosshotel Baron, located 5 km from Reykjavik, features 120 rooms with historic themes. Each room includes air conditioning, heating, tea and coffee facilities, a sitting area, free toiletries, an electric kettle, an AM/FM alarm clock, a flat-screen TV, a carpeted or parquet floor, and a laptop-compatible safe. Guests can choose rooms that are fully accessible. Room options include a spacious double room, a family room with four beds, a quadruple room and a suite with two separate bedrooms, one living room, a balcony and six beds.

The hotel restaurant serves breakfast consisting of cereals, pastries, fruit, cold meats, fish, cheeses, waffles, and hot and cold drinks. The breakfast buffet includes freshly baked bread, a waffle maker, and a variety of fish. There are no full menus for lunch or dinner. The bar serves drinks in the evenings. Guests can also try restaurants and cafés near the hotel.

Fosshotel Baron provides free internet computer access in the lobby. Excursions to attractions such as the Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss, and the Geysir can be arranged. Other activities include hiking and mountain biking. Safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards. Guests can view the Northern Lights between September and April.

Fosshotel Baron stands in the heart of Reykjavík near the seafront. It is a few minutes' walk from Laugavegur shopping street and the waterfront promenade. Nearby landmarks include Kolaportith (1 km), Hallgrimskirkja (0.5 km), Rathhus (2 km), the Icelandic Phallological Museum (0.5 km), Sundhollin Public Baths (0.5 km), Volcano House (1 km), The Sun Voyager (0.5 km), and Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre (1 km).

The reception staff can help with booking excursions and renting cars. They can also provide information on sights and nightlife. Standard check-in time is 3 p.m. local hotel time. Guests can see the Golden Circle, which includes Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss waterfall.