Hoosta Magazine

Halfway between Europe and America, flirting with the Arctic Circle, Reykjavik is anything but a frigid city. And it is certainly not the funky, offbeat elegance of the Hotel Borg, which is going to deny it. Built in 1930 and restored in an Art Deco style, this prewar hotel, located just steps from the street Lauvagengur and the Icelandic Parliament, has quickly become a prestigious showcase for Reykjavik. At this point it was at one time the stronghold of the large transient state leaders and Hollywood stars. Marlene Dietrich, Anthony Hopkins, the King of Denmark settled down there.

If the tailor-made and eccentric charm of the place attractes visitors it is because it signs within its walls the new components of an avant-garde art. Chairs shaped like scallop, debauchery mirrors and gold stamping are still trying to distinguish themselves from a heavy wood paneling, warm colors and period furniture. The rooms relive  through the 30’s in a very contemporary interpretation. On a polished wooden floors, Hästens beds and the Philippe Starck items find their perfect balance with cream and chocolate walls decorated with artwork and unique prints.

The Silfur restaurant is the place to be in Reykjavík. Its art deco new age dazzles the eye before the buds! Italian neobaroque lamps project their play of light on designer furniture and original Versailles chairs for a visual feast for the best effect. At the helms the chef Stemn Oskar Sigurdsson implements confusing compositions influenced by French cuisine with northern accents. Finally, remember that the shops, galleries and bars are on the doorstep of the hotel and take you on an urban unlimited journey!

Rates: starting from 296€ for a superior double room and 390€ for a suite.

Hotel Borg
Posthusstraeti 11
101 Reykjavik
Iceland
T. : 551 1440
F. : 551 1420
hotelborg@hotelborg.is

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