Fosshotel Baron, Reykjavík

3.5 (22 reviews) · Standard
Historic hotel within walking distance of the harbor with comfortable rooms and a generous breakfast

Overview

Fosshotel Baron is in Reykjavík, near the seafront and just a short walk from the city's harbor. Its prime location allows you to enjoy a scenic walk by the seaside, visit the prestigious Harpa Concert Hall, or try some of Reykjavík's great restaurants and cafés, all within a stone's throw from the hotel. You'll also be within walking distance of Laugavegur, Hallgrimskirkja, and Reykjavík Harbour, making exploring the city's attractions easy.

The hotel offers 120 air-conditioned rooms, each featuring a flat-screen television, free WiFi, and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. While the rooms may be a little simple, they are clean and comfortable, and some can accommodate up to five guests. 

Fosshotel Baron's friendly and helpful staff, free parking, and great location make it an ideal choice for staying in Reykjavík. You'll also enjoy a generous breakfast each morning and happy hour in the evenings. 

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +354 5623204
Hotel address icon Barónsstíg 2-4
Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Prime Location

The hotel is located in a great area for walking around Reykjavik, close to the waterfront, shopping, art museums, and more. Many guests appreciated the ease of exploring the city without needing a car. (11 mentions)

Gretchen
“This hotel is in a great location for walking in Reykjavik.”  — Gretchen W.
Anna L
“Close walking distance to waterfront, shopping (clothing, bookstores, wool, galleries) art museums, and more.”  — Anna L C.
J
“Great location - you can walk and don't need a car.”  — Jessica A.
Adequate Breakfast

The breakfast received mixed reviews but was generally considered good. Guests appreciated the generous portions and variety available in the breakfast buffet. (6 mentions)

Connie
“Breakfast was good though.”  — Connie P.
Anna L
“Generous breakfast each morning”  — Anna L C.
Holly
“The breakfast buffet was decent.”  — Holly R.
Parking Availability

The hotel offers free parking, which many guests found convenient. However, some found the onsite parking expensive and opted for cheaper nearby options. (4 mentions)

Jessica
“The onsite parking was outrageously expensive (would have been about $55/per day.”  — Jessica R.
Jessica
“Thankfully we were able to park in a garage down the block for a more affordable rate.”  — Jessica R.
K
“we appreciated the free parking”  — Katherine g.
Friendly Staff

Numerous guests mentioned that the staff were friendly and helpful, enhancing their overall experience at the hotel. (4 mentions)

Gretchen
“The staff was helpful and friendly.”  — Gretchen W.
Holly
“The staff were super friendly.”  — Holly R.
P
“The staff was friendly and helpful”  — paul B.

Traveler Reviews

22 total ratings, 17 with reviews
3.5
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Authenticity & Character
3.6
Location
4.4
Staff
4.3
Cleanliness & Comfort
3.4
Kara
Kara D.
Madison, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023
Lovely modern hotel in great location. Read more

Lovely modern hotel in great location.

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The lighting in the room and location of the outlets could be improved. Our room had two small beds vs. a queen bed.
Stayed in November 2023
Jessica
Jessica R.
Hybla Valley, VA | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023
The first room we were put in was very small, had a very low/slanted ceiling and a shower so tiny we wouldn’t have fit. After nicely asking to be moved, the next room was better; felt more like a hotel room rather than a guest room in an attic. The onsite parking was outrageously expensive (would have been about $55/per day. Thankfully we were able to park in a garage down the block for a more affordable rate. Still not our favorite stay of our trip. Read more

The first room we were put in was very small, had a very low/slanted ceiling and a shower so tiny we wouldn’t have fit. After nicely asking to be moved, the next room was better; felt more like a hotel room rather than a guest room in an attic. The onsite parking was outrageously expensive (would have been about $55/per day. Thankfully we were able to park in a garage down the block for a more affordable rate. Still not our favorite stay of our trip.

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Stayed in October 2023
Jon
Jon A.
Akron, OH | Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023
The Fosshotel Baron in Reykjavik was a typical tourist hotel. They often booked a lot of retiree buses and it was pretty crowded. But I was on one of the upper floors and it was very quiet. The lobby was crowded, but I didn't spend a lot of time there. Overall, it was a decent place to stay. Read more

The Fosshotel Baron in Reykjavik was a typical tourist hotel. They often booked a lot of retiree buses and it was pretty crowded. But I was on one of the upper floors and it was very quiet. The lobby was crowded, but I didn't spend a lot of time there. Overall, it was a decent place to stay.

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Stayed in September 2023
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Tracy F.
Milton, GA | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
Very dirty and stained carpet in the two rooms we rented. Extremely small rooms. We loved other Fosshotels but this one missed the mark. Read more

Very dirty and stained carpet in the two rooms we rented. Extremely small rooms. We loved other Fosshotels but this one missed the mark.

Authenticity & Character
Remodel needed
Location
Great location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in September 2023
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marjorie r.
Panama | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
The floor was covered in stains. Very dirty throughout. The shower was so unsafe only my husband dare to use it. Tracy and I felt we would take a chance and end up on the ground. Read more

The floor was covered in stains. Very dirty throughout. The shower was so unsafe only my husband dare to use it. Tracy and I felt we would take a chance and end up on the ground.

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The mattress is like a board and the pillow is a flat pancake.
Stayed in September 2023
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Diane V.
West Orange, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 30, 2023
Dirty, crowded, one elevator for too many people. Horrible shower. No views. Small rooms. Read more

Dirty, crowded, one elevator for too many people. Horrible shower. No views. Small rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
In a city like Reykjavik, there are other options.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Less than one star. Please install hardwood floors or new carpet
Stayed in August 2023
Krista
Krista D.
Fayetteville, AR | Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023
The hotel was fine. It is definitely older. I did not feel like it was real clean. I would probably pick a different hotel if I was going to stay in the area again. Read more

The hotel was fine. It is definitely older. I did not feel like it was real clean. I would probably pick a different hotel if I was going to stay in the area again.

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Stayed in August 2023
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paul B.
Tysons Corner, VA | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
This hotel was perfectly adequate with easy parking and good location for getting around. The staff was friendly and helpful. The only issue was the quality of tap water; the hot water had a sulfur smell. It was not terribly bad and the water was safe to drink, but we never encountered this at any other place during our trip. Read more

This hotel was perfectly adequate with easy parking and good location for getting around. The staff was friendly and helpful. The only issue was the quality of tap water; the hot water had a sulfur smell. It was not terribly bad and the water was safe to drink, but we never encountered this at any other place during our trip.

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Stayed in June 2023
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Jennifer M.
Raleigh, NC | Reviewed on Aug 06, 2023
The room is really small/tight. There were stains on the carpet and sheets. The shower is super small too. Read more

The room is really small/tight. There were stains on the carpet and sheets. The shower is super small too.

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Stayed in July 2023
Christina
Christina R.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2023
Great location Read more

Great location

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Stayed in June 2023

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +354 5623204
Hotel address icon Barónsstíg 2-4