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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a hallway leading to a bathroom.

1. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Sand Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Central and walking distance from many Reykjavik attractions. Clean and well appointed, friendly staff."
United States
Mark
The price is AED 753
AED 859 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
A hot tub with wooden railings, surrounded by lanterns and a scenic mural.

2. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,425 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
joanne
The price is AED 606
AED 696 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden stools, and a wall art installation.

3. Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,112 reviews)
"Great location in the heart of Reykjavik"
United States
Lauren
The price is AED 436
AED 484 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Fron
A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and a building with large windows.

4. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,179 reviews)
"Great hotel in a perfect location!!"
United States
debbie
The price is AED 617
AED 708 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a hanging chair, a desk with a coffee machine, and large windows offering a city view.

5. Center Hotels Laugavegur

Center Hotels Laugavegur
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,354 reviews)
"Great location, lovely breakfast and clean rooms."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is AED 457
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Center Hotels Laugavegur
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a countertop with a basket of fruits, and a paper bag.

6. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,516 reviews)
"Great location and place for families to stay"
United States
Debra
The price is AED 641
AED 735 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.

7. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831 reviews)
"Great location."
Canada
Sukhwant
The price is AED 915
AED 1,039 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
A cozy reading area with a bookshelf, chairs, and a coffee machine.

8. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean, friendly and conveniently located for a family holiday."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is AED 578
AED 665 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
A restaurant with wooden flooring, a bar area with bottles, and a view of the street.

9. Hotel Von

Hotel Von
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The location was great!"
United States
Jack Kasidit
The price is AED 509
AED 597 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Von
A bar area with a bartender, a painting, and a wine display.

10. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Again a fantastic stay at the Hotel Holt. I come to Iceland a lot and the Holt is where I stay. Great team and great property. The art all around is breathtaking."
Canada
Michael
The price is AED 791
AED 901 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
A snow-covered building with multiple windows and a tree in the foreground.

11. Hotel Borg by Keahotels

Hotel Borg by Keahotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel right in central Reykjavik."
United States
Eric A
The price is AED 798
AED 909 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Borg by Keahotels
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two potted plants, and a large painting on the wall.

12. Hotel Odinsve

Hotel Odinsve
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean hotel in a good location."
United Kingdom
Natalie
The price is AED 483
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hotel Odinsve
A buffet setup with various food items and hanging plants.

13. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"This was just a quick overnight but everything was clean and the staff was delightful."
United States
Mackenzie
The price is AED 506
AED 586 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
A modern interior with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a unique wall art piece.

14. Þingholt by Center Hotels

Þingholt by Center Hotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, very clean, great staff. Room was small with limited storage, if you get a room on the street side it can be noisy at night"
United Kingdom
christine maria elizabeth
The price is AED 678
AED 777 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Þingholt by Center Hotels
A modern cafe with wooden tables, chairs, and a brick counter.

15. Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,384 reviews)
"Friendly staff and excellent location!"
United States
Idela
The price is AED 617
AED 708 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Center Hotels Plaza
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, bar stools, and a bar counter.

16. 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, (301 reviews)
"Clean room Amazing staff Everything is close by"
United States
Youssef
The price is AED 820
AED 934 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
A hotel reception area with a green wall and a reception desk.

17. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"I liked the location, the breakfast, the comfort of the bed, and the shampoo and conditioner!"
United States
Jamie
The price is AED 633
AED 727 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape.

18. Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, easy access to bus stops 4 and 4. Very comfortable rooms."
United States
Valerie
The price is AED 483
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Exeter Hotel
A hot tub with two people in it, surrounded by wooden decking and plants.

19. CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (733 reviews)
"Great location in the city and for solo travelers."
United States
David
The price is AED 280
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
CityHub Reykjavik
A modern building with a restaurant named "Canopy" at its ground level.

20. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, nice room, and a great breakfast!"
United States
Tina
The price is AED 894
AED 1,016 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A cozy reading area with a bookshelf, chairs, and a coffee machine.
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, two windows, a hanging rack, and a bedside table with a magazine and a cup.
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
147 reviews
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A modern hotel reception desk with a wooden finish and a black leather seating area.
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
787 reviews
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A kitchen with dark cabinets, a countertop with a basket of fruits, and a paper bag.
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
3,516 reviews
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A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
831 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A sculpture of intertwined forks by the water at sunset.

Vesturbær

Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

Laugardalur

Just east of Reykjavík's city center, Laugardalur offers various recreational facilities, including the main stadium. Known as "hot spring valley," it's perfect for travelers seeking leisure activities.

A white house with a stone roof, a flagpole, and a grassy lawn.

Tún

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

A cityscape with a prominent church, a large mountain in the background, and a body of water.

Holt

While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Guesthouse Sunna

Guesthouse Sunna

10/10 Excellent
"Me encantó el lugar súper cómodo tiene todas las utilidades, súper cerca de la parada de camiones, la famosa iglesia, Loki un tradicional lugar para comer, la calle del arcoíris, muchas tiendas de souvenirs, desayuno bastante simple pero todo muy rico la verdad me pareció súper bien y las chicas que trabajan ahí muy amables"
Veridiana 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Guesthouse Sunna

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Reykjavik?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Reykjavik's Downtown Reykjavik neighborhood. Be sure to check out 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 traveler data, CityHub Reykjavik is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Laugavegur, and it offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include The Reykjavik EDITION and Alda Hotel Reykjavik.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Reykjavik area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Reykjavik, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 481 Downtown Reykjavik hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Reykjavik, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Reykjavik.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Reykjavik?
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What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Einar Jonsson Museum or Leifur Eiríksson statue.