Lauren Pardee

Hotel Borg  was just my style. I have a deep love for the Art Deco era. From the jewelry and the architecture to the cocktails. I love it all. Hotel Borg perfectly channels the era in a sophisticated yet comfortable style. They recently renovated and the newer rooms blend perfectly with the older. It’s in a great location to explore the city and enjoy what Reykjavik has to offer. We enjoyed brunch in the hotel most mornings and then set off to catch the sunrise (gotta love those short winter days) and see the city. Hotel Borg has been our home base both times we stayed in Reykjavik and will continue to be so.

Hotel Budir  is by far one of my favorite places to stay. Anywhere. It’s cozy and feels like someone has welcomed you into their home. It’s nice without any pretention, personal without being invasive and sets you in one of the most spectacular parts of Iceland. It’s not the easiest to get to in December, but is quite an adventure and well worth the trek. The resturant on-site is spendy but SO tasty, worth splurging on. Budir also happens to be where “forever” started for James and myself. Next to a waterfall not far from Hotel Budir he asked me to be his permanent travel partner. Needless to say, Hotel Budir will always have a very fond place in my heart.