Reykjavik Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Reykjavik
Harpa showing modern architecture and general coastal views
Reykjavik which includes a city, general coastal views and mountains
Harpa which includes modern architecture and interior views
Reykjavik which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Where to stay in Reykjavik

Rainbow painted street in downtown Reykjavik, Iceland

Downtown Reykjavik

5/5(286 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Gallery of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
Beautiful night dusk view of Reykjavik, Iceland, aerial view with Hallgrimskirkja lutheran church, with scenery beyond the city, Esja mountain and Faxafloi bay

Laugardalur

4/5(30 area reviews)

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.

Laugardalur
Reykjavik's oldest hydro power plant by Ellidaa river

Háaleiti

4/5(74 area reviews)

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

Háaleiti
Reykjavik Harbour which includes a sunset, a bay or harbour and boating

Vesturbær

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

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.

Vesturbær
We spent our last day in Iceland walking around downtown Reykjavik.  11/22/18

Tún

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

Tún
Laugavegur featuring street scenes

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.

Holt
Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28 Reykjavik
The price is 3.655.407 ₫ per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
3.655.407 ₫
4.227.663 ₫ total
23 Apr - 24 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
The entire staff were some of the best. Olga at guest relations was amazing as well as everyone who worked the front desk.Dining room staff also excellent. Hotel was great

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is 2.212.466 ₫ per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
2.212.466 ₫
2.625.163 ₫ total
9 Apr - 10 Apr
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 Harpa are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
The shared area was lovely. The fridge was a little full, but apart from that, everything else was great. The hot tub is a must! The reception team were also very kind and helpful.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is 4.077.964 ₫ per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
4.077.964 ₫
4.696.212 ₫ total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,498 reviews)
Clean and comfortable room, but a little on the small side. Great location by harbor, but limited to street parking if you have a car.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Grandi by Center Hotels
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (3,225 reviews)
Great breakfast. Excellent layout for group of 3.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
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! (285 reviews)
Great location and very happy with our apartment. We will book again on our return to Iceland

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels
Rey Apartments

Rey Apartments

3 out of 5
Grettisgata 2a Reykjavik
Stay at this aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,066 reviews)
The room was perfect for our needs. Comfortable beds for three, clean, excellent location. The staff was very responsive and helpful by phone or email.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Rey Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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