Fosshotel Rauthara, Reykjavik

Fosshotel Rauthara - A 3-star Reykjavík hotel with on-site dining and brewery heritage

Located in the heart of Norðurmýri, this 85-room Reykjavík hotel occupies a building that once housed the city's first brewery, with guest rooms featuring historical memorabilia. The property stands three minutes from Laugavegur shopping street and 1640.4 ft from both Reykjavik Art Museum Kjarvalsstadir and Sundhollin Public Baths. Fosshotel Rauthara provides rooms in multiple configurations, from single units to family suites, each equipped with cable TV, electric kettles, and free WiFi. The renovated Raudara Restaurant serves traditional and modern Icelandic cuisine, while a spacious breakfast room offers daily complimentary hot and cold dishes. The 24-hour front desk features multilingual staff and a computer station for guest use. The property maintains safety with carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and window guards. At 0.5 miles distance stand The Sun Voyager sculpture and Hallgrimskirkja church, while Harpa Concert Hall sits 1 mile away.

Pros

Historical brewery memorabilia displayed throughout guest rooms

Rare free parking availability in central location

Six restaurants within 1640.4 ft, including Hlemmur Matholl food hall

Multilingual staff provides local dining and sightseeing recommendations

Cons

20-minute walk required to reach downtown center

40-minute drive to Blue Lagoon