Hlíðar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing district, Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafes and places to discover. Stroll along the waterfront or hop on a boat and explore the harbour.
Laugavegur
Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.
Harpa
The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Hallgrimskirkja
This stunning church with a tower that looks like molten lava is one of Reykjavík’s most renowned landmarks and also serves as a compass point.
Reykjavik City Hall
The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.
Activities
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Our pick of the best Hlíðar Hotel Deals
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Breakfast buffet was great! The only hiccup for me is the shower stall with a swinging divider. The bathroom floor gets wet
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
The facility was really great!!! The staff even better. Breakfast and coffee very good!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Very wonderful staff. Helpful and kind. We lived the built in cafe and restaurant as well as having everything we needed in such a convenient location.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
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Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
The Reykjavik Edition is a lovely hotel and the location is very good. Staff were very attentive. We only had breakfast at the hotel and it was a very good selection of food on offer with gorgeous views overlooking the harbor. At peak times, they did run out of glasses and it took a while before ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
Great stay! The private family size room is huge and the beds are comfortable. Very easy walk to the restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hlíðar
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.
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.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Theatre of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
