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17 July - 19 July
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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, City View

Mjólk Hotel

Mjólk Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Lovely room, great location, easy check-in and check-out. Close to restaurants and shopping. Highly recommend!!"
United States
Nadine
The price is AU$322
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Mjólk Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (535 reviews)
"Such a great stay! Check in was easy, the place was clean, and perfect for a quick trip to Iceland!!"
United States
Ashley
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
CityHub Reykjavik
Exterior

Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse Galtafell
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (529 reviews)
"Great location, helpful host. Very clean and charming."
United States
Kathryn
The price is AU$369
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Guesthouse Galtafell
Restaurant

Hotel Von

Hotel Von
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location!"
United States
Dewayne
The price is AU$395
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Hotel Von
Hallway

Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse

Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Great location near Central Reykjavík"
United States
robin
The price is AU$332
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Guesthouse Sunna

Guesthouse Sunna
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Very small room but had what we needed. Very walkable to all the local sites. Would recommend to others to stay here"
Canada
Heather
The price is AU$321
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Guesthouse Sunna
Standard Double Room, Balcony (or view)

City Center Hotel

City Center Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (739 reviews)
"The balcony though tiny, allowed for fresh air and a great view. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is AU$356
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
City Center Hotel
Lobby

Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,060 reviews)
"Great location, very clean hotel and nice breakfast."
United States
Regina
The price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Hotel Fron
Breakfast buffet

Guesthouse Andrea

Guesthouse Andrea
2.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (379 reviews)
"Very courteous staff."
United States
Juergen A.
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Guesthouse Andrea
Interior

Vintage Apartment Hotel

Vintage Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (203 reviews)
"great space lots of shops nearby and places to eat "
United States
Michael
The price is AU$431
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Vintage Apartment Hotel
Meeting facility

Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (509 reviews)
"Great location, clean, friendly and helpful staff."
Canada
angelica
The price is AU$450
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Reception

Hotel Odinsve

Hotel Odinsve
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Loved the Mom and Pop feel, the staff was great and very insightful with some of their recommendations. Would stay again."
United States
Max
The price is AU$375
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Hotel Odinsve
Premium Triple Room

HH Guesthouse

HH Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (26 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. breakfast included. "
United States
Vallery
HH Guesthouse
Indoor spa tub

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,334 reviews)
"Perfect location and great staff."
United States
Cheryl
The price is AU$435
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Panoramic Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

EIR Apartments by Heimaleiga

EIR Apartments by Heimaleiga
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Apartment was very clean. Very easy to communicate with for early check in."
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$537
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
EIR Apartments by Heimaleiga
Restaurant

ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (284 reviews)
"Great location. Excellent staff."
United States
Shawn
The price is AU$556
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Property amenity

Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,017 reviews)
"The hotel location and staff were super"
Ireland
Michael
The price is AU$522
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Exeter Hotel
Lobby lounge

Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,443 reviews)
"A great place to stay with very friendly and helpful staff. Located in the heart of the city plaza with many restaurants, Shops and bars within 1 to 4 blocks. The breakfast was super."
United States
Timothy
The price is AU$560
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Center Hotels Plaza
Double Room, Private Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Reykjavik Treasure

Reykjavik Treasure
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"The location was super conenient and easy to navigate to/from, the staff were friendly and kind- we would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Beth
The price is AU$517
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Reykjavik Treasure
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

100 Iceland Hotel

100 Iceland Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
7.4 out of 10, Good, (391 reviews)
"Perfect economy hotel in an expensive city. Man who managed check-in & desk was efficient & very caring — made sure I got on airport shuttle bus."
United States
Jane
The price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
100 Iceland Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Serves breakfast and happy hour
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,007 reviews
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Double Room, Private Bathroom (Self Check-in)
Reykjavik Treasure
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
225 reviews
View
Spa
Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
385 reviews
View
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
678 reviews
View
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living area
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
3,351 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

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

A street with a pink bicycle, a yellow bench, and various storefronts.

Tún

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

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 Laugardalsholl or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

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

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.

A row of white buildings with dark trim and a balcony.

Hlíðar

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

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Downtown Reykjavik

Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Very nice hotel"
Cynthia 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Center Hotels Plaza

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Reykjavik?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Reykjavik's Downtown Reykjavik neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond as part of your Downtown Reykjavik travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Reykjavik?
Based on our traveller data, Center Hotels Plaza is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour, and it offers a bar and a coffee shop. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include CityHub Reykjavik and Center Hotels Laugavegur.
How many hotels are there in the Downtown Reykjavik area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Reykjavik, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 508 Downtown Reykjavik hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Reykjavik, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown Reykjavik.
What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighbourhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavik City Museums, Reykjavík 871 +/-2 or Reykjavik 871 +/- 2 The Settlement Exhibition during your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. You could also plan a visit to Hallgrimskirkja or Reykjavik Pond while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Reykjavik include Reykjavik Harbour, Skólavörðustígur and Asgrimur Jonsson Collection. While you're out sightseeing in Reykjavik, make sure that you visit other sights such as Einar Jonsson Museum or Leifur Eiríksson statue.