Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel is a three-star hotel at Tryggvagata 12 in the old harbour district of Reykjavik, Iceland. The street runs parallel to the waterfront and places the hotel close to the departure points for whale-watching and puffin tours, which leave from the old harbour a few minutes' walk away. The Harpa concert hall, the Sun Voyager sculpture, Ingólfstorg square and the Laugavegur shopping street are all within about 5 to 15 minutes on foot. The harbour area has developed into a lively quarter of restaurants, cafes, ice-cream shops and small museums, including maritime-themed attractions, so visitors can find meals and entertainment without leaving the neighbourhood. The hotel is a mid-range property with indicative double-room prices of about ISK 17,000 to 30,000 per night. Room types include Standard Rooms and Family Rooms, which are designed for short stays with modern basics. Listed amenities include Wi-Fi and a bar. There is no large restaurant listed, so dining is mostly found at the many cafes and restaurants in the harbour district, which range from seafood restaurants to casual bakeries. The service style is straightforward and practical, with reception staff able to help with tour bookings, whale watching, airport transfers and local advice. The hotel suits couples, families and independent travellers who want a convenient base for sightseeing and day tours and who prefer to walk. As the harbour front is exposed, winter wind can be strong, while summer brings near-constant daylight and the highest rates. Evenings are livelier than in residential districts, though the harbour is generally quieter than the bar-heavy streets near Ingólfstorg. Winter offers cheaper rooms and Northern Lights excursions from the city. Visitors planning a tour should book whale watching early in the day when the sea is calmer, and those arriving by coach from Keflavik airport can take a short taxi to the door, which saves carrying luggage along the exposed harbour front.