Reykjavik Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Reykjavik

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

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

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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.

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Hlíðar

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

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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 Laugardalsholl or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

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Háaleiti

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

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28 Reykjavik
The price is 7.760.409 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
7.760.409 ₫
8.781.250 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great modern hotel on the outer reaches of the town centre."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is 9.771.954 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
9.771.954 ₫
11.014.065 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (1,637 reviews)
"Funky hotel in a fantastic location, very friendly and helpful staff and the most amazing breakfast - this will be my go to hotel for my next trip to Reykjavik."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Grandi by Center Hotels
Miðgarður by Center Hotels

Miðgarður by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 120 Reykjavik
The price is 9.395.300 ₫ per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
9.395.300 ₫
10.595.979 ₫ total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,134 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel with a short walk to city center and on street parking"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Miðgarður by Center Hotels
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Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
Vatnsstígur 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,344 reviews)
"Vous êtes vraiment au centre ville. Le parking c’est très facile il y’en a partout. Prenez P2 ou P3. Le petit déjeuner est suffisant pour vous assurer de bonnes collations en plus. Le pain est très bon. Il ya des boulangeries autour. La cuisine est complète. J’ai bougé pas mal en Islande pour moi ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG

Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG

3 out of 5
Raudararstigur 27 Reykjavik
Stay at this aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"The staff was extremely friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG
Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels

Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Þingholtsstræti 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
Stay at this spa apartment in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (338 reviews)
"Very clean room, and close to main streets, attractions in downtown Reykjavik."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

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Stay near popular Reykjavik attractions

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Reykjavik Harbour

9.2/10 (8,713 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Reykjavik with a trip to Reykjavik Harbour. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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