Vesturbær Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Two boats named 'Christina' and 'Andrea' docked at a marina with a rocky breakwater and a mountainous backdrop.
A church interior with a crucifix, stained glass windows, and a wooden altar.
A church interior with wooden pews, a central altar, and a high vaulted ceiling.
A harbor with boats docked, a restaurant named 'Kopar Restaurant', and a cloudy sky.
A white church with pointed arches and colorful stained glass windows.

Stay near popular Vesturbær attractions

A marina with various boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a cityscape with buildings.

Reykjavik Harbour

9.2/10 (8,713 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Full-Day Golden Circle Tour

Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

NZ$141
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

NZ$321
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

NZ$450
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Northern lights with a water fall in Reykjavík

Northern Lights Hunt Tour

NZ$145
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Northern Lights Hunt Tour
Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

Reykjavík: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

NZ$251
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

NZ$58
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink
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Our pick of the best Vesturbær Hotel Deals

Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$409 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$409
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 breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,660 reviews)
"We found this to be a convenient area to stay even though it was about a 10-15 minute walk to downtown. They have a decent restaurant with a good breakfast. The rooms are small but adequate and comfortable beds. Parking was easy & close. The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Grandi by Center Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$349 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$349
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Excelly over all"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Hotel Local 101

Hotel Local 101

3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a Reykjavik
The price is NZ$311 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$311
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (310 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful. Especially Dimitria, at the front desk. She gave us lots of great info and advice upon arrival."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Local 101
Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17

2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata Reykjavik
The price is NZ$321 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$321
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (183 reviews)
"Room was clean. Breakfast was better than I expected."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$475 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$475
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$393 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$393
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
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Our guide on where to stay in Vesturbær

Find the best Vesturbær areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A town with colorful houses, a church, and a mountain in the background.

Downtown Reykjavik

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.

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 colorful street lined with parked cars and buildings, including a restaurant named "Ban Thai."

Tún

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

A shop window with stuffed penguins and a large snowman figure.

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.

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