My four nights in Reykjavik were based at the beautiful contemporary boutique 101 hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Reykjavik, the hotel is well situated for the major tourist attractions as well as dozens of decent restaruants, trendy bars and stylish shopping.
Editor's favourite bits
- Curling up on luxurious couches by the fire with a coffee table book at 2 am in the morning.
- Taking a dip in the gorgeous jacuzzi down in the basement. There's even a mini gym for those of you on a strict fitness routine.
- Staying in a hotel visited by Leonardo Dicaprio, Jude Law and Forest Whitaker.
- Huge comfy beds and crisp white towels in the room along with lovely Aveda products for an envigorating shower experience.
- The sheer design and aesthetics of the hotel. You couldn't feel anything but trendy visiting or staying here.
Would suit...
- A romantic escape
- Honeymooners
- City break base
- Anyone who appreciates good taste and design
- Celebrities
Reservations
Tel: +354 5800 101 or visit www.101hotel.is.
Rates:
Double rooms from approximately £236 per night, room only (breakfast available for £9).
Flights
Icelandair flies to Reykjavik from London Heathrow, Glasgow and Manchester with return prices from around £212 (incl. taxes). Book the best fare.
