Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is NZ$191 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$191
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
Iceland holiday
"Everything seemed very clean. Staff were helpful. The room size is not for everyone but it was fine for me. The bed was very comfortable."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$608 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$608
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Very convenient area for walking, restaurants and shopping. Staff was courteous and friendly."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$1,647 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$1,647
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (471 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again. Great hitel in a perfect location!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Kex Hostel Reykjavík

2 out of 5
28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region
The price is NZ$225 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$225
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (626 reviews)
"Best hostel I've been to in Iceland. Ok, at least in Rekjavik"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Kex Hostel Reykjavík
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$461 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$461
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,355 reviews)
"Great Location, right in the middle of the action in Reykjavík.Walking distance from every thing, shopping, bus stations & landmarks."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron

3 out of 5
Laugavegur 22A, Reykjavik
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and we had a very convenient studio. Bed could have been more comfortable but everything was very clean and easy and good for the price."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Fron
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

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Norðurmýri

While Norðurmýri may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja.

Norðurmýri
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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.

Holt
Reykjavik Harbour featuring general coastal views, a sunset and a bay or harbour

Vesturbær

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Vesturbær
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Grandar

Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grandar
Reykjavik featuring fashion and shopping

Tún

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

Tún
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Hlíðar

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.

Hlíðar

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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