Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

Reykjavik

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A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by a vibrant flower garden with red poppies and daisies.
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Stay near popular Downtown Reykjavik attractions

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Hallgrimskirkja

9.2/10 (7,612 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Reykjavik with a stop at Hallgrimskirkja. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
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Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is 2.268.554 ₫ per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
2.268.554 ₫
2.688.720 ₫ total
21 Oct - 22 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 ...
CityHub Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik
The price is 11.667.699 ₫ per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
11.667.699 ₫
14.625.019 ₫ total
20 Oct - 21 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (689 reviews)
"Fantastic property, staff were exceptional. Ivan, Eric, and Rachel were outstanding and made the trip even better."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

The Reykjavik EDITION
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
The price is 6.047.442 ₫ per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
6.047.442 ₫
6.884.340 ₫ total
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)
"Excellent front desk staff, spacious room and bathroom. convenient location, good breakfast."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

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 2.609.205 ₫ per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
2.609.205 ₫
3.066.843 ₫ total
21 Oct - 22 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
The price is 5.865.915 ₫ per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
5.865.915 ₫
6.681.791 ₫ total
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, very close to bus stop #4. Also close to attractions and food options. The room and hotel were very clean, daily housekeeping on request. The room got hot occasionally during the night and the only window/french door kept closing and wouldn’t stay open for long. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Exeter Hotel
Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

4 out of 5
12 Lækjargata Reykjavik
The price is 7.840.165 ₫ per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
7.840.165 ₫
8.874.318 ₫ total
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 ...
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

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

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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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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.

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Tún

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

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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.

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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