After spending 8 days road tripping around the Westfjords of Iceland, my partner and I were excited to wrap up our trip with two nights in Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavik.
We wanted to spend our last two nights in Iceland in a comfortable, well-located hotel that was mid-range in price, and so we headed to the Oddsson Midtown Hotel. They invited us to spend 2 nights in one of their triple rooms.
Oddsson Midtown Hotel is a modern and comfortable self-check-in hotel, located in the midtown of Reykjavik. Their vision is to offer excellent, affordable accommodations to guests in a location that is convenient for accessing downtown Reykjavik, as well as day-tripping outside the city.
Read on to learn about our experience staying at the Oddsson Midtown Hotel.
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About the Oddsson Midtown Hotel in Reykjavik
The Oddsson Midtown Hotel in Reykjavik has 77 rooms, which range in size and room type. They offer single rooms, family rooms (some with bunk beds!), and rooms that include a kitchenette.
Included with every room is free WiFi, a daily buffet breakfast, and access to virtual reception services and a virtual tour desk. You also have access to their restaurant and bar, which is open every evening.
Oddsson Midtown Hotel has a small parking garage that has 16 parking spots that guests can use for free. Because spots are limited, parking can’t be guaranteed – but there’s plenty of other options near the hotel.
Arriving early or departing late? No worries! Oddsson Midtown Hotel also offers a luggage storage room, free of charge.
It’s simple to transfer between Oddsson Midtown Hotel and Keflavik Airport. The easiest and most affordable way is through Flybus. The transfer takes about one hour, and costs about $30 to $40 CAD per person. You can book your Flybus airport transfer in advance, here.
Our Experience at the Oddsson Midtown Hotel
In October 2024, my partner Luke and I spent 8 days road-tripping throughout the west of Iceland. After spending 8 days in our camper van, we wanted to wrap up our Iceland road trip with a few days in the capital city, Reykjavik.
Oddsson Midtown Hotel was the perfect home base to explore the city from. We arrived at the hotel just after check-in time, which is 3:00 PM. The hotel’s parking garage does have limited spaces, but because we arrived in the afternoon, there were quite a few spaces available.
We parked our van and headed straight up to our room. Because Oddsson Midtown Hotel is self-check-in, we had received our room number and key code in advance. There was no need to stop at a desk, which made checking in a breeze.
Oddsson Midtown Hotel hosted us in one of their triple rooms, which included a kitchenette. The room was spacious, bright, and very clean. The beds were comfy with plenty of pillows, and of course, the king-size bed had two individual duvets – this is common in Iceland, and we love it!
The bathroom was spacious, with a large shower stall and basic bathroom amenities (soap, shampoo, body wash). The kitchenette was a useful feature for us because we had food leftover from our road trip. It was outfitted with all the basic cookware and utensils, with a microwave, mini-fridge, tea kettle, and a dining table.
The kitchenette is a great amenity if you are spending several days in Reykjavik and don’t want to dine out every meal (which gets expensive). There are several grocery stores within walking distance of the hotel, so it’s convenient to go out and pick up whatever food you need.
On the ground floor of the Oddsson Hotel is a common area that also serves as seating for the breakfast buffet, restaurant, and bar. There’s plenty of comfortable lounging areas, with communal games like chess.
Oddsson Midtown Hotel’s Location
It’s important to note that Oddsson Midtown Hotel isn’t in the center of Reykjavik. It’s located in midtown, which is just outside the city center. From the hotel to the city center it is about a 40 minute walk.
You also have the option of taking the public bus (a 15- 20 minute ride), or a taxi (10 to 15 minutes) to Reykjavik’s center. If you have a car rental, you can also drive into the center – just be ready to have to find parking.
Central Reykjavik is divided into four parking zones, each with different rates. Parking fees are typically applied between 09:00 – 21:00 on weekdays and Saturdays and between 10:00 and 21:00 on Sundays.
Your final option for getting around is by electric scooter! All around Reykjavik you will notice electric scooters parked on the streets. These scooters can be rented using an app. There are a couple apps to choose from – we used Hopp’s scooters.
It took just a moment to download the Hopp app and connect our credit cards. Then, you simply scan the QR code on the scooter you want to use, and you’re good to go. These scooters can be used all throughout Reykjavik. When you complete your trip, the app will provide you guidance on how and where to park it for the next person.
We used Hopp scooters to transit from Oddsson Midtown Hotel to the center of Reykjavik several times. The trip by scooter took around 25 minutes, and was fun! There’s a well-maintained bike path you can take almost the entire way there – it runs alongside route 49.
Nearby Oddsson Midtown Hotel you’ll find plenty of shops and dining options. If you’d like to shop Iceland’s famous outdoor brand, 66°North, you’re in luck! There’s a large store just 10 minutes from Oddsson Midtown Hotel.
The dining options nearby are pretty varied. Unfortunately there aren’t many Icelandic options, but we enjoyed a meal at BK Kjúklingur – it was reasonably priced, too!
Breakfast at Oddsson Midtown Hotel
One of the highlights of our stay at Oddsson Midtown hotel was the included continental breakfast. The breakfast buffet is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on the ground floor of Oddsson Hotel.
The buffet had a wide selection of options, ranging from oats and Skyr yogurt to bacon and eggs. The coffee was fresh, hot, and strong, and there were baked goods and fresh fruit to choose from, too.
If you have any special dietary requests, you can contact the on-site staff during breakfast hours, and they will do their best to accommodate your needs. I have a severe peanut allergy, and they were able to tell me exactly what was safe for me to eat, and what to stay away from.
What not to do in Iceland? Skip trying herring! Like in Scandinavia, herring is a popular dish in Iceland, and so you’ll find it at Oddsson Hotel’s buffet breakfast. Try it with a piece of bread!
Oddsson Hotels’ Virtual Tour Service Desk
Oddsson Hotel not only has virtual self-check-in, they have a virtual tour desk, too! At the virtual tour desk you can find a selection of handpicked tours, by trusted tour operators.
Whether you’re wanting to do a city tour of Reykjavik, chase the Northern Lights, visit a thermal lagoon, or go on a Golden Circle excursion, you’ll find plenty of options to choose from.
If you select Oddsson Hotel as your tour pick-up location, the tour buses will pick you up and drop you off directly in front of the Oddsson Hotel. Pick-up times typically occur 30 minutes before the scheduled start of the tour.
Final Thoughts: Oddsson Midtown Hotel
The Oddsson Midtown Hotel is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enjoy Reykjavik comfortably and conveniently. Offering a blend of modern amenities and a strategic location, the hotel provides everything you need for an enjoyable stay.
With spacious rooms, virtual services, and an excellent buffet breakfast, you can relax and recharge after exploring Reykjavik and the surrounding area.
Whether you’re winding down after an Iceland road trip or using Reykjavik as your home base for your Iceland travels, Oddsson Midtown Hotel combines affordability, comfort, and accessibility.
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I want to thank Oddsson Midtown Hotel for hosting my husband and I as media. All opinions are completely our own.
Erin has been traveling for over a decade, both solo, and with her partner. She’s now traveled to countries across 6 continents, and has lived in 2 countries abroad. Erin also hosts the travel podcast, Curious Tourism, where she interviews travel industry thought leaders and experts about responsible tourism. Learn more about Erin, and get in touch with her, here.
