Tailor-made urban style in Reykjavik’s creative core – designed around you
Sand Hotel
Sand Hotel is a boutique-style property that can be found in central Reykjavik is a perfect luxury stay in the city.
Why Stay at Sand Hotel?
Nestled along Reykjavik’s famed Laugavegur shopping street, Sand Hotel is a stylish retreat where Icelandic design, boutique charm, and literary history meet. Once home to a Nobel Prize-winning author and a historic shoemaker, this hotel offers a true sense of place—with a modern twist.
Your Reykjavik, Your Way
Off the Map Travel makes your Reykjavik stay as vivid or as relaxed as you want it to be. Dive into Iceland’s design scene, retreat to a local spa, or venture out to glaciers and geysers—your itinerary flows from your style.
Expect:
- Sleek, design-forward rooms with curated Icelandic touches
- Gourmet breakfasts and pastries from the famous Sandholt Bakery next door
- Access to Reykjavik’s art, fashion, and food scenes
- A boutique base for discovering Iceland’s wild and urban edges
Tailor-Made Experiences May Include:
- Private art and shopping tours, led by local creatives
- Day trips to the Golden Circle or south coast, crafted around your pace
- Nightlife or fine dining explorations, matched to your tastes
- Sauna and wellness rituals, just a short walk away
Redefining Luxury in Reykjavik’s Heart
At Sand Hotel, every detail is designed to feel considered and calm. With Off the Map Travel, we add meaning, rhythm, and personality to your city stay—crafted around who you are, and how you want to explore.
Itinerary Inspiration for Sand Hotel
We can personalise your stay at Sand Hotel and craft the perfect itinerary for you. Here are some examples of how we combine this accommodation with local experiences and give you a taste of the best.
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My family and I traveled to Sweden to see The Northern Lights in March of 2023. From the planning process to every detail of the trip, I could not have been more pleased with our experience. Alex was exceptional to work with. His guidance on the time of year, where to stay, activities to do and how to get to and from everything was spot on. I have never used a tour company before but thought a trip of this kind would be easier with some help. I am so glad that I did. The entire week was seamless and completely stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy Sweden and our time together as a family. I will be recommending Off The Map travel to friends and family and will certainly be using them myself again in the future.
Emily
Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.
Karen
Fantastic trip to Svalbard which delivered the true Arctic experience we were hoping for. The hotels were excellent and the activities – dog sledding and snowmobile expedition were lead by first class guides.
Top tip! The champagne tasting in the world’s most northerly wine cellar in the exceptional Funken Lodge is not to be missed!
Faith
The best travel experience ever on every level you can think of during a Lapland expedition (food, activities, timings, accommodation, transport, service, equipment…). I highly recommend Off The Map Travel for their outstanding level of professionalism and detail oriented mindset!
Sophie & Guy
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
I would thoroughly recommend this company. Their planning and advice was spot on. Alex responded to my calls and emails very promptly. I will definitely use them again for future trips.
Rosie
Amy planned a fantastic trip! Everything was very well-thought out. All transfers went smoothly, accommodations were amazing, great restaurant recommendations and the tours were once-in-a-lifetime, can’t book it yourself off the internet experiences. The guides were all fantastic. Communications were prompt and everything worked exactly the way it was supposed to. What a pleasure! Already working on our next trip.
Anonymous
I used OTMT to organise a holiday to see the Northern Lights for my partner’s 50th birthday. They took the time to understand my priorities, the kinds of places we like to stay and the things we like to do. They recommended a fabulous itinerary in Norway centred around the Lyngen Experience Lodge. The holiday itself lived up to expectations and I have no hesitation in recommending OTMT. They listened carefully during the planning and delivered the perfect present for my partner.
Alex
Off the Map Travel was great! Alex helped us plan the most amazing 10 day honeymoon to Iceland. He gave us great recommendations and was so patient with us during the planning process!
Tori
Exceptional service throughout the entire planning and booking process – travel agencies don’t get any better than this. A brilliant, seamless experience matched by the holiday experience itself. Would recommend ‘Off the Map Travel’ to anyone considering booking for a Nordic experience ‘par excellence’.
Chris