Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is AU$178 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$178
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9/10 Wonderful! (195 reviews)
"Out of five countries in this trip - CityHub was the most amazing hostel we stayed in!!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is AU$543 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$543
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2, Reykjavik
The price is AU$1,285 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$1,285
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (472 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again. Great hitel in a perfect location!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Kex Hostel Reykjavík

Kex Hostel Reykjavík

2 out of 5
28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region
Stay at this hostel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (637 reviews)
"I loved being on the water. Would have been really nice to have had an ocean view room. It was super close to downtown and the Main Street. The Hopp scooter is the best way to get around in the city without a lot of walking. I love Iceland and feel I’m 1% Icelandic now. It’s just such a beautiful ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Kex Hostel Reykjavík
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is AU$382 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$382
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,369 reviews)
"We had a great stay here, easy walking to everything on our visit. Breakfast was very good even when busy. Staff very helpful and approachable."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron

3 out of 5
Laugavegur 22A, Reykjavik
The price is AU$289 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$289
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"In the center of city’s walk street, close to everything, nice staffs."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Hotel Fron
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

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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.

Norðurmýri
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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
Reykjavik Harbour featuring general coastal views, a sunset and a bay or harbour

Vesturbær

4.5/5(11 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.

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Grandar

Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grandar
Reykjavik featuring fashion and shopping

Tún

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

Tún
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Hlíðar

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

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

Hlíðar

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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