Fosshotel Rauðará
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Summary of reviewsFosshotel Rauðará, a centrally located hotel in Reykjavik, boasts a strategic position that is perfect for exploring the city. Guests commend its tranquil yet accessible setting, which is just a short stroll from the city center, key attractions, shopping streets, bars and restaurants. This makes it convenient for both car travelers with the availability of free on-street and protected parking and those arriving on foot due to nearby public transport options.
The hotel’s breakfast is frequently celebrated for its extensive variety, high quality and freshness. With an ample selection of sweet and savory foods, guests often find it fulfilling enough to skip lunch. The breakfast staff’s friendliness and the pleasant atmosphere of the breakfast room add to the positive experience.
Rooms at Fosshotel Rauðará are generally noted for their cleanliness and comfort, providing a bright and welcoming environment. Many guests highlight the spaciousness of the rooms, comfortable beds and the dedicated housekeeping team. Though some furnishings may seem a bit outdated and bathrooms vary in size, the hotel's upkeep ensures a satisfactory stay. The staff's professionalism and helpfulness, particularly at the reception, further enhance the guest experience, contributing to repeat visits and high recommendations.
Despite some variability in Wi-Fi connectivity with reports ranging from excellent to weak signals in certain areas, the hotel maintains a historical charm. Effective heating systems and well-maintained facilities compensate for this minor inconvenience. Guests also had mixed feelings about the beds with many finding them comfortable, though opinions varied on firmness and mattress quality.
As a standard three-star hotel, Fosshotel Rauðará meets expectations well. While it has areas that could benefit from updates, particularly in room decor and soundproofing, its combination of location, cleanliness, excellent breakfast and supportive staff make it a commendable choice for travelers to Reykjavik.
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The hotel’s breakfast is frequently celebrated for its extensive variety, high quality and freshness. With an ample selection of sweet and savory foods, guests often find it fulfilling enough to skip lunch. The breakfast staff’s friendliness and the pleasant atmosphere of the breakfast room add to the positive experience.
Rooms at Fosshotel Rauðará are generally noted for their cleanliness and comfort, providing a bright and welcoming environment. Many guests highlight the spaciousness of the rooms, comfortable beds and the dedicated housekeeping team. Though some furnishings may seem a bit outdated and bathrooms vary in size, the hotel's upkeep ensures a satisfactory stay. The staff's professionalism and helpfulness, particularly at the reception, further enhance the guest experience, contributing to repeat visits and high recommendations.
Despite some variability in Wi-Fi connectivity with reports ranging from excellent to weak signals in certain areas, the hotel maintains a historical charm. Effective heating systems and well-maintained facilities compensate for this minor inconvenience. Guests also had mixed feelings about the beds with many finding them comfortable, though opinions varied on firmness and mattress quality.
As a standard three-star hotel, Fosshotel Rauðará meets expectations well. While it has areas that could benefit from updates, particularly in room decor and soundproofing, its combination of location, cleanliness, excellent breakfast and supportive staff make it a commendable choice for travelers to Reykjavik.
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Fosshotel Rauðará enjoys a prime location, making it an excellent base for exploring Reykjavik. Nestled in a central area, it is just a short walk from the city center, main shopping streets and a variety of bars and restaurants. The hotel's vicinity provides convenient public transport options and free parking, ideal for both car travelers and those arriving on foot. Guests appreciate the delicate balance between being close to downtown attractions and the serenity of the quieter neighborhood. Within walking distance to key attractions, shops and restaurants, Fosshotel Rauðará's strategic position ensures easy access to the vibrant heart of the city while offering peaceful retreat spaces. Rooms are well-maintained and the breakfast buffet receives positive feedback, making it a great value for money. The friendly and helpful staff further enhance the experience, contributing to the hotel's appeal. Overall, Fosshotel Rauðará stands out for its central, yet tranquil location, providing a comfortable and convenient stay in Reykjavik.
The breakfast experience at Fosshotel Rauðará receives high praise from guests. The buffet is frequently highlighted for its extensive variety, featuring both sweet and savory options including fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, eggs and delicious baked goods. Many reviewers appreciated the quality and freshness of the food, emphasizing that everything was tasty and well-presented.
Guests found the breakfast not only delicious but also good value for the price with an abundant and filling selection that often eliminated the need for lunch. The breakfast room itself is described as tidy and well-stocked, offering a comfortable environment to start the day.
The helpfulness and friendliness of the staff accompanying the breakfast service also get mentioned positively, adding to the overall enjoyable experience. Despite some minor feedback about the breakfast starting a bit late for some early risers, the consensus is overwhelmingly positive with terms like "excellent," "amazing," and "outstanding" commonly used to describe the breakfast offerings at the hotel.
Fosshotel Rauðará offers a mix of room experiences, generally marked by cleanliness and comfort. The majority of guests found the rooms to be spacious and well-maintained with comfortable beds and clean facilities. Several reviews noted the helpfulness of the staff, the excellent breakfast and the convenient location.
Although some rooms and their furnishings were described as a bit outdated or basic, they provided adequate amenities, including small fridges for convenience. Guests appreciated the large, bright and airy rooms, though there were mentions of small, sometimes windowless bathrooms.
Overall, while a few reviews pointed out that the rooms could use some updates and better soundproofing, the general consensus is that the accommodation meets needs comfortably and cleanly, making it a practical choice for visitors looking to stay in a good location with helpful services.
Guests at Fosshotel Rauðará have shared mixed reviews about the beds. Many found the beds comfortable with good quality bedding and pillows, leading to wonderful sleeps. Words like comfy, big and very comfortable frequently appear. Guests also consistently mentioned the clean bathrooms paired with comfortable beds, which added to their positive experience.
However, there were some criticisms as well. Some guests noted the beds were a bit hard, too soft or even sagging, impacting their sleep quality. Issues such as unstable beds and poor-quality mattresses were mentioned with a few guests finding the beds either worn out or not to their personal preference. The accommodation of two single beds pushed together to form a double was noted, which might not suit everyone's comfort needs. Additionally, a rare mention of small beds and limited amenities such as insufficient pillows and bedside tables were highlighted.
Overall, while many found the beds very comfortable and conducive to a good night's sleep, the comfort levels were inconsistent, varying from guest to guest.
Fosshotel Rauðará impresses with its high standards of cleanliness, offering guests a comfortable and pleasant stay. The rooms are frequently noted as being very clean, bright and well-maintained, providing cozy beds and a welcoming atmosphere. The bathrooms receive particular praise for their modern, spacious design. Housekeeping ensures that the rooms remain tidy and inviting, contributing to an overall positive experience.
While a few minor areas, such as corridors and staircases, could benefit from refurbishment, the hotel's general upkeep remains high. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's cleanliness, complemented by a great location just steps away from Reykjavik's pedestrian street, making it convenient for exploring the city.
Despite occasional mentions of minor cleanliness issues, like lingering hair in the shower or sulfur-smelling water, the positive aspects of the hotel's cleanliness and comfort outweigh these points. Overall, Fosshotel Rauðará’s dedication to maintaining a clean and comfortable environment ensures a satisfying stay for its guests.
Fosshotel Rauðará receives high praise for its dedicated and friendly staff. Guests consistently highlight the professionalism and attentiveness of the reception team with specific mentions of staff members like Ms. Alla, Katrina and Jorge who left a lasting impression due to their exceptional service. The staff's helpfulness stands out, providing excellent assistance during emergencies and offering valuable recommendations about local dining options.
The reception team is described as approachable and efficient, contributing positively to the overall experience. The hotel is also appreciated for its great location and useful amenities, such as free parking and a commendable breakfast. Overall, the kindness, professionalism and accommodating nature of the staff enhance guests' stays, making it a notable choice for travelers. Despite an isolated mention of an unfriendly encounter, the overwhelming majority of feedback underscores a warm and supportive environment provided by the hotel's personnel.
Fosshotel Rauðará offers free Wi-Fi, but guest experiences with the connection vary significantly. While some guests found the Wi-Fi to be excellent and working well, others reported inconsistent or very poor service, particularly in their rooms. The Wi-Fi was noted as sometimes being too weak or completely non-existent with some guests only able to access it in specific spots or corridors rather than their own rooms. Despite these issues, the historical charm of the hotel and the effective heating systems stand out as positive aspects of the stay.
'Fosshotel Rauðará' offers a variety of convenient parking options, making it a strong choice for travelers with vehicles. Free on-street parking is widely available and easy to find, which many guests found to be a significant perk. Additionally, the hotel provides underground and covered parking, though availability can be limited and may require notifying hotel staff ahead of time.
The location of the hotel is also advantageous, making it easy for guests to walk to nearby places of interest after parking. Some guests highlighted the availability of an onsite parking garage and private parking spaces, which add to the flexibility and convenience.
For those preferring added security, the hotel also offers protected parking, although it may come at an extra cost. The convenience of these parking options, combined with helpful staff, contributes to a positive overall guest experience.
Fosshotel Rauðará is described as a well-located, standard three-star hotel, aligning with expectations for its star rating. Guests appreciate its central location, making it convenient for exploring the area. However, some criticisms include rooms that are rather small, outdated and lacking soundproofing. The bathrooms are also mentioned as being quite tiny. While some rooms have a charming 1970s vibe, there are also modern rooms available. Concerns have been raised about the hotel's value for money and responsiveness to complaints. Overall, the hotel's facilities and services meet the basic criteria for its star category.
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Breakfast
Guests found the breakfast not only delicious but also good value for the price with an abundant and filling selection that often eliminated the need for lunch. The breakfast room itself is described as tidy and well-stocked, offering a comfortable environment to start the day.
The helpfulness and friendliness of the staff accompanying the breakfast service also get mentioned positively, adding to the overall enjoyable experience. Despite some minor feedback about the breakfast starting a bit late for some early risers, the consensus is overwhelmingly positive with terms like "excellent," "amazing," and "outstanding" commonly used to describe the breakfast offerings at the hotel.
Rooms
Although some rooms and their furnishings were described as a bit outdated or basic, they provided adequate amenities, including small fridges for convenience. Guests appreciated the large, bright and airy rooms, though there were mentions of small, sometimes windowless bathrooms.
Overall, while a few reviews pointed out that the rooms could use some updates and better soundproofing, the general consensus is that the accommodation meets needs comfortably and cleanly, making it a practical choice for visitors looking to stay in a good location with helpful services.
Beds
However, there were some criticisms as well. Some guests noted the beds were a bit hard, too soft or even sagging, impacting their sleep quality. Issues such as unstable beds and poor-quality mattresses were mentioned with a few guests finding the beds either worn out or not to their personal preference. The accommodation of two single beds pushed together to form a double was noted, which might not suit everyone's comfort needs. Additionally, a rare mention of small beds and limited amenities such as insufficient pillows and bedside tables were highlighted.
Overall, while many found the beds very comfortable and conducive to a good night's sleep, the comfort levels were inconsistent, varying from guest to guest.
Cleanliness
While a few minor areas, such as corridors and staircases, could benefit from refurbishment, the hotel's general upkeep remains high. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's cleanliness, complemented by a great location just steps away from Reykjavik's pedestrian street, making it convenient for exploring the city.
Despite occasional mentions of minor cleanliness issues, like lingering hair in the shower or sulfur-smelling water, the positive aspects of the hotel's cleanliness and comfort outweigh these points. Overall, Fosshotel Rauðará’s dedication to maintaining a clean and comfortable environment ensures a satisfying stay for its guests.
Staff
The reception team is described as approachable and efficient, contributing positively to the overall experience. The hotel is also appreciated for its great location and useful amenities, such as free parking and a commendable breakfast. Overall, the kindness, professionalism and accommodating nature of the staff enhance guests' stays, making it a notable choice for travelers. Despite an isolated mention of an unfriendly encounter, the overwhelming majority of feedback underscores a warm and supportive environment provided by the hotel's personnel.
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Parking
The location of the hotel is also advantageous, making it easy for guests to walk to nearby places of interest after parking. Some guests highlighted the availability of an onsite parking garage and private parking spaces, which add to the flexibility and convenience.
For those preferring added security, the hotel also offers protected parking, although it may come at an extra cost. The convenience of these parking options, combined with helpful staff, contributes to a positive overall guest experience.
3 Star
No, Fosshotel Rauðará doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Fosshotel Rauðará.
Yes, Fosshotel Rauðará welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Fosshotel Rauðará.
No, Fosshotel Rauðará doesn't have a gym.
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