Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Reykjavik with a trip to Reykjavik Harbour. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Laugavegur
During your trip to Reykjavik, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Laugavegur. Discover the charming cafes in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Harpa
You can enjoy a show at Harpa during your trip to Reykjavik. Visit the shops and lively bars in this culturally rich area.
Hallgrimskirkja
Learn about the local history of Reykjavik with a stop at Hallgrimskirkja. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Reykjavik City Hall
Reykjavik City Hall is just one of the places to see in Reykjavik, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Hlíðar
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Breakfast buffet was good.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Excellent stay, michellin starred restaurant, great vegetarian options. The staff was very welcoming and courteous, supporting early check ins and making us feel welcome.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
This was an excellent property in the heart of it all and very convenient.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Room was great, spacious, lots of space for jackets. Nice central location with great walkability! Check in was smooth; loved the complimentary phone with basic data and phone line that we could take around town.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
Lovely place, good breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
Would stay here again! Amazing cute pods, very Quiet bus #6 was just a 3 min walk, in the middle of many stores and food options
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hlíðar
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.
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.
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, Hofdi House and Laugavegur 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 Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.
