Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent church, a body of water, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A city street with a rainbow-colored pedestrian path, buildings, and a cloudy sky.
A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by a vibrant flower garden with red poppies and daisies.
A town with colorful houses, a church, and a mountain in the background.
An aerial view of a colorful town with a central plaza, a statue, and a waterfront in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Reykjavik attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is NZ$189 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$189
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (679 reviews)
"love it! :) perfect for solo travel"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$914 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$914
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ...
The Reykjavik EDITION
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$461 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$461
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

2 out of 5
28 Skúlagata Reykjavik Capital Region
The price is NZ$206 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$206
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel

4 out of 5
Tryggvagata 12 Reykjavik
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$440 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$440
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
Exeter Hotel
Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

4 out of 5
12 Lækjargata Reykjavik
The price is NZ$571 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$571
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (773 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful lake view from balcony, nice and helpful front desk stuff, restaurant is realy lovely with both breakfast and dinner delicious. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Hotel Reykjavik Saga
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Háaleiti

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

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.

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.

Tún

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

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.



Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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