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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden stools, and a wall art installation.

1. Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,105 reviews)
"Great location in the heart of Reykjavik"
United States
Lauren
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hotel Fron
A hot tub with two people in it, surrounded by wooden decking and plants.

2. CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (734 reviews)
"Great location in the city and for solo travelers."
United States
David
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
CityHub Reykjavik
A buffet with various food items and breakfast options.

3. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and great price"
Canada
Justin
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

4. City Center Hotel

City Center Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (850 reviews)
"Location was perfect."
Canada
patti
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
City Center Hotel
A hot tub with wooden railings, surrounded by lanterns and a scenic mural.

5. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,426 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
joanne
The price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
A restaurant with wooden flooring, a bar area with bottles, and a view of the street.

6. Hotel Von

Hotel Von
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely stay overall"
Canada
teagan
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Von
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two potted plants, and a large painting on the wall.

7. Hotel Odinsve

Hotel Odinsve
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean hotel in a good location."
United Kingdom
Natalie
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel Odinsve
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a countertop with a basket of fruits, and a paper bag.

8. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,516 reviews)
"Great location and place for families to stay"
United States
Debra
The price is NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
A buffet setup with various food items and hanging plants.

9. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"This was just a quick overnight but everything was clean and the staff was delightful."
United States
Mackenzie
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.

10. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (832 reviews)
"Great location."
Canada
Sukhwant
The price is NZ$447
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchen area.

11. Hotel Vera

Hotel Vera
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (428 reviews)
"Location was great"
United States
Alicia J O'Leary
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Vera
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a hanging chair, a desk with a coffee machine, and large windows offering a city view.

12. Center Hotels Laugavegur

Center Hotels Laugavegur
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,350 reviews)
"Great location, lovely breakfast and clean rooms."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Center Hotels Laugavegur
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a hallway leading to a bathroom.

13. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Sand Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Central and walking distance from many Reykjavik attractions. Clean and well appointed, friendly staff."
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$418
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
A cozy reading area with a bookshelf, chairs, and a coffee machine.

14. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean, friendly and conveniently located for a family holiday."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is NZ$351
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and a building with large windows.

15. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,176 reviews)
"Great hotel in a perfect location!!"
United States
debbie
The price is NZ$451
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
A multi-story residential building with balconies, a flat roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

16. Reykjavik4you Apartments

Reykjavik4you Apartments
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (990 reviews)
"Great location. Had no issues parking on site. Super responsive staff. Would stay here again!"
United States
Katherine
The price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Reykjavik4you Apartments
A bar area with a bartender, a painting, and a wine display.

17. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Again a fantastic stay at the Hotel Holt. I come to Iceland a lot and the Holt is where I stay. Great team and great property. The art all around is breathtaking."
Canada
Michael
The price is NZ$439
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, bar stools, and a bar counter.

18. ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (301 reviews)
"Clean room Amazing staff Everything is close by"
United States
Youssef
The price is NZ$453
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
A modern building with a white facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

19. Castle House Luxury Apartments

Castle House Luxury Apartments
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,187 reviews)
"Very lovely room! the under floor heating was an amazing feeling after a long day of exploring. the location was amazing we were just a short walk from everything. the staff were lovely and the apartments has much more than what you would get at a hotel. Would happily stay again! Thank you!"
United Kingdom
Kathryn Elizabeth
The price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Castle House Luxury Apartments
A hotel reception area with a green wall and a reception desk.

20. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"I liked the location, the breakfast, the comfort of the bed, and the shampoo and conditioner!"
United States
Jamie
The price is NZ$354
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A cozy reading area with a bookshelf, chairs, and a coffee machine.
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, two windows, a hanging rack, and a bedside table with a magazine and a cup.
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
147 reviews
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A modern hotel reception desk with a wooden finish and a black leather seating area.
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
787 reviews
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A kitchen with dark cabinets, a countertop with a basket of fruits, and a paper bag.
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
3,516 reviews
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A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
832 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sculpture of intertwined forks by the water at sunset.

Vesturbær

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

Laugardalur

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

A white house with a stone roof, a flagpole, and a grassy lawn.

Tún

If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a prominent church, a large mountain in the background, and a body of water.

Holt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

A cozy reading area with a bookshelf, chairs, and a coffee machine.
Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Kvosin Downtown Hotel
Downtown Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

The location was excellent. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The room was great but there were quite a lot of steps to get to our room. Also, tea bags were provided but no kettle to boil water. Minor details in an otherwise very nice hotel.
Australia
William
Reviewed April 27, 2026
Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Downtown Reykjavik?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Reykjavik's Downtown Reykjavik neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond as part of your Downtown Reykjavik travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Reykjavik?

Based on our traveller data, CityHub Reykjavik is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Laugavegur, and it offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Reykjavik EDITION and Alda Hotel Reykjavik.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Reykjavik area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Reykjavik, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 481 Downtown Reykjavik hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Reykjavik, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown Reykjavik.

What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighbourhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavik City Museums, Reykjavík 871 +/-2 or Reykjavik 871 +/- 2 The Settlement Exhibition during your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. You could also plan a visit to Hallgrimskirkja or Reykjavik Pond while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Reykjavik include Reykjavik Harbour, Skólavörðustígur and Asgrimur Jonsson Collection. While you're out sightseeing in Reykjavik, make sure that you visit other sights such as Einar Jonsson Museum or Leifur Eiríksson statue.