Sand Hotel by Keahotels

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Reykjavik Harbour

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Lounge
View from room
Free daily continental breakfast
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

Superior Twin Room

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

Single Room (Small)

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

Standard Double Room

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

Superior Double Room

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

Deluxe Room

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

King Suite

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

Family Quadruple Room

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Sand Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double

  • Sleeps 2

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
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Reykjavík - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kiki Queer Bar - ‬2 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
  • Continental 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 continental 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 5.59 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 Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Hotel by Keahotels on Oct 19, 2025 start from $240.23, 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 continental 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. 791 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1022 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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nanjappa

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Plainsboro

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location in the center of Reykjavik. Short walk to shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and lively location. The breakfast was delicious, and its staff was charming and helpful. One caveat in the rooms: our bathroom had granite floors and walls. There were no rails or grab bars. Although beautiful, it was VERY slippery when wet. Be extra careful! We would stay here again without hesitation and recommend The Sand Hotel to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful night at the Sand and an even better morning because their breakfast was amazing! A little hard to find the entrance because it’s tucked away off the street but other than that we had a wonderful stay! Staff was so helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, breakfast and room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

STAY AWAY!!!!

The worst hotel experience I have ever had. I never write reviews but need to warn others to stay away from this hotel. We flew in overnight from New York and had booked 2 rooms for our family. Our room #229 was located in a wing of the hotel that backed up to a bar that played constant very loud live music . The room was shaking from the music and it continued late into the evening. It was impossible to sleep despite being exhausted after being awake for nearly 36 hrs. The representative said that it had been a problem for a while and that other guests had complained as well. They had no other rooms and would not refund us for the room as we had to leave the hotel that night and find another place to stay. They should not be renting out these rooms in this condition or at the very least warning guests prior to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahlet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Sand Hotel. The staff were friendly, and the rooms were spotless.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Mayhew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent breakfast, very comfortable and friendly helpful staff… Thank you! Drew & Kate
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sand Hotel was a "last minute" addition to our Reykjavik trip. This hotel did not disappoint. The rooms were spotless, modern, and super comfortable. Black out blinds were perfect and the beds were some of the best in Iceland. Super close to shopping, several restaurants and desert locations. I bit of walk (8-10 minutes) to the airport transfer pickup but it is all down hill so it is not a hard walk. Did I mention front desk staff here are amazing! Highly recommended.. Stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXTREMELY convenient location for food, shopping, bus pick up, rainbow street, etc. very clean, nice hotel. Very friendly and polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is lovely. The breakfast is excellent. The location is unbeatable. The staff was kind, courteous and informative. The temperature regulation and shower in the room were not ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Macy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

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

Highly recommended

The hotel was nicely located in a central area making it safe and easy to walk to shop or eat. The free breakfast was amazing and had some of the best food we had on our trip. There was a new bartender (young gentleman whose name I can’t remember) that was super friendly, gave us wonderful referrals for close by attractions and made our stay even better.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025