ODDSSON Midtown hotel
Reykjavíkurborg, Reykjavík
Hotel in Reykjavík, Iceland
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ODDSSON Midtown is a low-friction Reykjavik option that books easily year-round, with rates that drop significantly outside the June–August peak. The midtown address at Grensásvegur 18 suits returning visitors and business travellers more than first-timers who want walkable access to the 101 centre. Book in shoulder season; May or September; for the best rate-to-experience ratio.
About ODDSSON Midtown hotel
Quick Verdict
ODDSSON Midtown is an easy booking; no waiting lists, no three-week lead time; which makes it a practical choice for Reykjavik stays where flexibility matters. The property sits at Grensásvegur 18 in the 108 postal district, outside the dense 101 core, so expect a quieter surrounding mood than you'd get at a city-centre option like Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre or Apotek Hotel by Keahotels. If you've stayed here once and are weighing a return, the key question is whether the midtown location still works for your itinerary or whether a switch to the 101 district makes more sense for your next trip.
The Case for Booking
Reykjavik hotel rates move significantly by season. The summer window, roughly mid-June through August, carries the highest rates across the city as demand from midnight-sun visitors peaks. If you're returning to ODDSSON Midtown, booking outside that window gives you meaningfully better rate-to-experience value. The shoulder months of May and September offer reasonable daylight and noticeably lower pricing across most Reykjavik hotels. Winter travel, particularly November through February, brings the northern lights window and the lowest nightly rates of the year, useful context if the aurora is on your agenda. For a broader view of what's available across the city at any budget level, see our full Reykjavik hotels guide.
The midtown location at Grensásvegur 18 places you away from the immediate noise of the Laugavegur strip, a practical advantage if a calmer ambient feel is more useful to you than walking-distance access to bars and restaurants. That said, you'll need a bus or a short drive to reach most of central Reykjavik's dining and nightlife. If you're planning to use Reykjavik as a base for ring-road or South Coast excursions, a midtown position is often easier for early morning departures than the tighter streets of the 101 district. Check our Reykjavik experiences guide for day-trip logistics from the city.
Who Should Book
ODDSSON Midtown suits returning visitors who already know the city and want direct, low-friction accommodation without the premium that comes with a 101-district address. It is less suited to first-timers who benefit from walking access to Reykjavik's restaurant scene and bar options. Business travellers working in the eastern business corridor will find the address more convenient than most city-centre hotels. For northern Iceland trips, compare against properties like Eleven Deplar Farm in Ólafsfjarðar or Hotel Rangá in Hella if your itinerary takes you beyond Reykjavik.
Know Before You Go
- Address: Grensásvegur 18, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland
- Booking difficulty: Easy, no significant lead time required
- Leading rate timing: November–February (low season) and May, September (shoulder season)
- Peak pricing period: Mid-June through August
- Location note: Midtown district; not within walking distance of the 101 city centre
- Leading for: Return visitors, business travellers, ring-road base
- Explore more: Full Reykjavik hotels guide | Reykjavik restaurants | Reykjavik bars
How It Compares
See the comparison section below for how ODDSSON Midtown stacks up against 101 hotel Reykjavik, Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, and other city options.
Planning details
- Location
- Grensásvegur 18, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland
- Website
- oddssonmidtown.is
- Phone
- +354 419 0200
The take
The Take
The Vibe
ODDSSON Midtown presents as a practical, low-key Reykjavik base rather than a centre-of-town spectacle. Its mid-ring address in a residential and commercial strip signals a quieter, more functional urban rhythm: this is a place where daily life happens, not a concentrated tourist hub. The hotel’s location reshapes expectations — it isn’t primarily about late-night bustle on Laugavegur, nor about dramatic city-centre theatre. Instead, the tone is relaxed and unassuming, appealing to travelers who value calm between excursions and a neighbourhood that feels like a local cross-section of Reykjavík life.
Best For
This property best serves itineraries that extend beyond Reykjavík’s inner core. The description explicitly notes shorter drives to aurora-watching routes and geothermal destinations southeast of the capital from this mid-ring location, so it suits guests prioritizing day trips, nature excursions, or aurora-chasing drives. Conversely, if a stay is focused on concentrated evening dining and nightlife along Laugavegur and Bankastræti, a central hotel may be a better fit. Business travelers who need straightforward access to the city’s working districts will also find the mid-ring position convenient.
Stay Tips
Weigh location trade-offs when booking: choose ODDSSON Midtown if your plans include excursions outside the capital or overnight routes that benefit from shorter drives to southeastern geothermal sites and aurora-chasing areas. If your priority is concentrated evening dining, bars and pedestrian nightlife in the Laugavegur–Bankastræti corridor, consider a city-centre alternative instead. The property’s mid-ring placement is neither a selling point nor a drawback on its own — factor it into transport and nightly plans to ensure the hotel supports the practical shape of your itinerary.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed, playful, and spacious with cozy communal spaces and modern, well-lit rooms.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Amenities
Accessibility
About the Stay
- Rooms
- 77
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
- Property Style
- Modern Self Check in Hotel with Community Feel
- Design Style
- Modern Minimalist with Playful Elements
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- 101 hotel Reykjavik; Notable alternative
- Ion City Hotel; Notable alternative
- Apotek Hotel by Keahotels; Notable alternative
- Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre; Notable alternative
- Hilton Reykjavik Nordica; Notable alternative
Hotel context
Against 101 hotel Reykjavik, ODDSSON Midtown trades central location for easier availability and, typically, a lower nightly rate. The 101 hotel sits inside the city's most walkable district and carries a design premium that justifies its pricing if address matters to your trip. For visitors who primarily want a base and plan to drive or use transport anyway, ODDSSON Midtown's position is less of a disadvantage than it looks on a map.
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica is a closer geographic peer; both sit outside the 101 core; and offers a larger, more service-heavy operation for roughly comparable or higher pricing. If brand infrastructure and on-site amenities matter more than boutique character, Nordica is the stronger choice. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre and Apotek Hotel by Keahotels both command a location premium for their central addresses; book those if walkability to Laugavegur dining and nightlife is a priority, accept you'll pay for it in peak season.
For travellers choosing between ODDSSON Midtown and an out-of-city property like ION Adventure Hotel in Nesjavellir or The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland, the calculus is straightforward: if your trip centres on Reykjavik itself, stay in the city; if the landscape is the point, relocate your base entirely. ODDSSON Midtown works best as a city-focused stay where rate and availability matter more than either a prestige address or a dramatic natural setting.
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Compare ODDSSON Midtown hotel
| Venue | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| ODDSSON Midtown hotel | Easy | No published awards |
| 101 hotel Reykjavik | Unknown | No published awards |
| Ion City Hotel | Unknown | No published awards |
| Apotek Hotel by Keahotels | Unknown | No published awards |
| Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre | Unknown | No published awards |
| Hilton Reykjavik Nordica | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to book ODDSSON Midtown hotel?
Book outside the mid-June to August window if price is a factor. Summer rates across Reykjavik spike significantly, ODDSSON Midtown is no exception. The shoulder seasons; May and September; offer the most practical balance of cost and daylight. Unlike many city-centre competitors, there is no lengthy lead time required, so last-minute bookings in off-peak months are genuinely viable here.
Is ODDSSON Midtown hotel family-friendly?
ODDSSON Midtown is a workable choice for families who prioritise low-friction logistics over resort-style amenities. Its location at Grensásvegur 18 in the 108 postcode puts it away from the most tourist-dense areas, which can be a practical advantage with children. That said, families expecting dedicated kids' facilities or a central Old Town position should compare against Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre, which sits closer to main attractions.
Which room category is best at ODDSSON Midtown hotel?
Specific room category data is not available in the current record, so a definitive ranking is not possible here. Generally at Reykjavik properties in this segment, rooms on upper floors with northern exposure tend to offer better light conditions relevant for aurora viewing in winter. Check directly with the property for current room configurations before booking.
Is ODDSSON Midtown hotel good for business travel?
For business travellers who need a clean, no-complications base without paying a premium, ODDSSON Midtown is a practical option. The Grensásvegur 18 address is in the 108 postcode, positioned reasonably close to commercial and government districts. It lacks the conference infrastructure of Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, which is the more direct competitor for corporate stays requiring meeting facilities. If the trip is meetings-heavy, Nordica is the stronger call.
