Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel

Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel occupies a historic building at Pósthússtræti 2 in central Reykjavik, Iceland, in the Old Harbour area. The structure dates from 1919 and was the headquarters of Eimskip, the Icelandic shipping company, which gives the hotel its name and a distinctly maritime heritage. The location is only a few minutes' walk from Austurvöllur square, the Alþingi parliament building, the harbour and the Laugavegur shopping street, and the Harpa concert hall lies along the waterfront to the east. Most city sights are walkable, and the main bus stops and airport coach connections are close by.

The interior blends the original early twentieth-century architecture with contemporary Nordic styling. Rooms are offered as Standard Rooms, Superior Rooms and Suites, with the larger categories providing more space and better views. Amenities listed for the property include a restaurant, a bar, a gym and Wi-Fi. The restaurant and bar serve breakfast and evening meals and are open to non-residents, making the ground floor a central meeting point in the old town.

The hotel is business-oriented in service character, with the reliable standards expected of the Radisson Blu brand, but its central position also suits leisure travellers who want to be close to restaurants, museums and the departure points for whale-watching and puffin tours from the Old Harbour. Indicative rates run from about ISK 30,000 to 52,000 (roughly $240-416) per night for a double room, with higher prices in summer and during the Christmas and New Year period. Guests heading out on Golden Circle or South Coast excursions can join pick-up services from nearby central stops. Its combination of a historic shell, a harbour-side address and a four-star service level makes it a popular choice for visitors wanting a traditional city-centre base without the top-tier luxury pricing of the newest waterfront properties.