Fosshotel Baron, Reykjavik
About the Hotel
Fosshotel Baron: Overview
Fosshotel Baron is a historical hotel standing prominently in the heart of Reykjavík, near the seafront. One part of the hotel sits within the first concrete building ever constructed in Reykjavík, built in 1898. The hotel is 5 km from Reykjavik, offering a central yet quiet location within a few minutes' walk of Reykjavik's main street, Laugavegur, and the waterfront promenade.
Rooms & Suites
Fosshotel Baron features 120 rooms in downtown Reykjavík. Some rooms are historically themed reflecting the history of the hotel. Room options include Standard Single Rooms (for 1 person), Standard Double or Twin Rooms (up to 2 persons), Deluxe Double Rooms (up to 3 persons), Quadruple Rooms (up to 4 persons), and Family Rooms (up to 5 persons). Family Suites are also available (up to 6 persons). All guestrooms at Fosshotel Barón feature perks such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Standard amenities in all rooms include televisions, coffee and tea-making facilities, and safety deposit boxes.
Dining
The hotel restaurant serves breakfast that consists of cereals, pastries, fruit, cold meats, fish and cheeses, as well as a waffle maker, and hot and cold drinks. The breakfast buffet includes freshly baked bread, make-your-own waffles and a wide variety of fish. There are no full menus for lunch or dinner. The bar serves a reasonable selection of drinks in the evenings. Guests can also try some of Reykjavík's great restaurants and cafés, all just a short distance from the hotel.
Location & Activities
This urban hotel enjoys a fantastic location in the heart of Reykjavik, offering easy reach of the most emblematic attractions and the seafront. Landmarks nearby include Solfar Sculpture (2 km), The Settlement Exhibition (1.5 km), Perlan (2 km), Icelandic Phallological Museum (0.5 km), Lake Tjornin (1.5 km), Hallgrimskirkja (0.5 km), Laugavegur (0.5 km), Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum (1 km), and the National Museum of Iceland (2 km). Other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, are available in the area. The hotel is ideal for excursions to attractions such as the Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss and the Geysir.
Hotel Services
Fosshotel Baron offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. The reception staff are happy to help with a range of services from booking excursions and renting cars to dishing out information on sights and nightlife. Free Wifi is available. On-site facilities include a free internet computer in the lobby. Daily housekeeping is available on request. Parking is available for an additional charge. The property is smoke-free. Some rooms are fully accessible for guests with disabilities. Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards. Standard check in time is 3pm local hotel time. Dogs are allowed in restricted areas.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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