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Sand Hotel by Keahotels

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Reykjavik Harbour

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Lounge
Restaurant
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Front of property
1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Laugavegur 36, Reykjavik, IS-101
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Sand Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Single Room (Small) | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Single Room (Small)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite | Dining room

King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 840 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Reykjavik

Seaside stay .At this Downtown Reykjavik hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja, both within a 5-minute walk. Leifur Eiríksson statue and Skólavörðustígur are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harpa - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loo.koo.mas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavik Fish - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sand Hotel by Keahotels

4-star luxury hotel near Reykjavik Harbour
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Sand Hotel by Keahotels.

This 4-star Reykjavik hotel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2017
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Sand Hotel by Keahotels offers 67 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Reykjavik hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (EUR 25 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 75 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.52 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day (82 ft away; open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 75 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sand Hotel by Keahotels to the airport?

Sand Hotel by Keahotels is 1.7 mi (8-min drive) away from the Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Hotel by Keahotels on Dec 2, 2025 start from $263.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sand Hotel by Keahotels.

How close is Sand Hotel by Keahotels to the beach?

This hotel is 2.3 mi (15-min drive) from Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels offer free breakfast?

Sand Hotel by Keahotels offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

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

Is there free parking at Sand Hotel by Keahotels?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels have a pool?

Sand Hotel by Keahotels does not have a pool.

Does Sand Hotel by Keahotels have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sand Hotel by Keahotels to downtown Reykjavik?

Sand Hotel by Keahotels is 0.5 mi away from Reykjavik.

Sand Hotel by Keahotels Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 779 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS, Mechanicsburg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalyn, SOUTH ORANGE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but very well equipped modern room . Loved the robes and slippers, but stayed one day so not much time in room. Breakfast was good but no hot food selections. Very convenient location for sightseein, market and restaurants. Hallways are dark.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bruce, El paso

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic 7 day stay. Everything from the service, location, and daily breakfast was top notch. One of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Gerard Stuart, Aberdeen

Traveled with family
Lovely hotel in the heart of a beautiful city
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating staff. Super clean. Lovely bathroom. Excellent variety for included breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent, front desk staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. The room was very warm. Needed to open a window to get some air circulation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. The breakfast buffet is amazing, room is small but has all one needs. The bathroom and shower are great, friendly staff, excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very charming place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aziza, Gainesville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and exceptionally clean. A delicious breakfast was offered each morning in the dining area. The staff were incredibly friendly and always helpful. The location was fantastic—close to everything you could need. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aziza, Gainesville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and exceptionally clean. A delicious breakfast was offered each morning in the dining area. The staff were incredibly friendly and always helpful. The location was fantastic—close to everything you could need. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Why do I need a title?

The room was small but comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Electrical outlets are poorly located, mostly inaccessible for use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresita L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great continental breakfast from bakery next door. It was very warm and hotel does not have air conditioning, nor fans and only one tiny portion of the windows opens. Very small shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresita L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice amenities in the hotel. Great continental breakfast with breads from bakery next door. The hotel does not have air conditioning and it was warm in the room and only one tiny window opens slightly so not enough air but plenty of noise from the street. Bathroom is also very small.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall very nice hotel on pedestrian mall. Nicely furnished but very small room. Windows need screens and updating. Very slow sink drain. Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Duavll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay here. We love the location and the breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accommodating and friendly. The location is ideal being close to shopping and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious with a lot of healthy options. We loved this hotel and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandeep

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel have no parking. No mention of that anywhere. Finding parking around is problematic and very expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025