Picolo recommends · Hotel in Reykjavik, Iceland
Canopy by Hilton
Volcanic stone and knitted textures in a block of old and new houses, between the main street and the harbour, with a breakfast that sets you up for the day.
Some Reykjavik days start at the bus stop in the dark, waiting for a tour to the glaciers. Canopy makes that easier: it sits in a block where older houses and new wings have been joined, between the main street and the water, close to the pickup points.
Inside, the design borrows from the island, with volcanic stone, knitwear patterns and natural colours. The breakfast is the part guests talk about. It is large, and on a day when lunch might be a sandwich in a minibus, that matters.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Canopy by Hilton
Canopy is the dependable choice. Families and groups of friends get modern rooms, attentive service and a central address that works both for dinner in town and early departures to the countryside.
It feels more like a chain hotel than the smallest places in town, and those who want something quirky or deeply local may find it a little polished. For a quieter, more personal stay, look at the old-town boutiques.
What you get
- Generous breakfast
- Modern rooms with Icelandic touches
- Close to tour pickup points
- Works well for families
- Part of Hilton, with points
A day at Canopy by Hilton
- Morning
- A long breakfast before the tour bus to the Golden Circle.
- Midday
- Geysers and waterfalls out in the countryside.
- Afternoon
- Back in town for a walk along the harbour to the Sun Voyager sculpture.
- Evening
- Dinner on Laugavegur, a few minutes from the door.
Location
City centre, Reykjavik, Iceland
Open in MapsQuestions about Canopy by Hilton
Is Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik good for families?
Yes. Modern rooms, helpful service and a central location close to tour pickups make it a straightforward base for families.
Is breakfast good at Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik?
The breakfast is known for being generous, which helps on days spent on tours, when lunch may be a quick sandwich at a petrol station.
Can I use Hilton points at Canopy Reykjavik?
Yes. Canopy is a Hilton brand, so Hilton Honors members can earn and redeem points here, as at Konsulat Hotel in the old town.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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