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?

To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Reykjavik or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

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.

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A hot tub with wooden railings, surrounded by lanterns and a scenic mural.

1. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik

Janice

AED 853 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a unique wall art piece.

2. Þingholt by Center Hotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Olga

AED 872 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden stools, and a wall art installation.

3. Hotel Fron

Downtown Reykjavik

Bozena

AED 617 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel reception area with a green wall and a reception desk.

4. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Downtown Reykjavik

SVETLANA

AED 875 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet with various food items including sliced meat, vegetables, and cheese.

5. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Berta Lidia

AED 740 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a pink ottoman, a black coffee table, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

6. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Jenina

AED 828 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with wooden flooring, a bar area with bottles, and a view of the street.

7. Hotel Von

Downtown Reykjavik

Paul

AED 684 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a hanging chair, a desk with a coffee machine, and large windows offering a city view.

8. Center Hotels Laugavegur

Downtown Reykjavik

Sharon

AED 826 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two potted plants, and a large painting on the wall.

9. Hotel Odinsve

Downtown Reykjavik

Elizabeth

AED 619 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with a bartender, a painting, and a wine display.

10. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Blake

AED 1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape.

11. Exeter Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Bridget

AED 903 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and a building with large windows.

12. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Downtown Reykjavik

Ben

AED 803 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A conference room with a long table, green chairs, and modern pendant lights.

13. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik

Lynn

AED 1,015 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.

14. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Downtown Reykjavik

JASON

AED 1,182 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

15. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Kerry

AED 917 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hot tub with two people in it, surrounded by wooden decking and plants.

16. CityHub Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik

Patricia

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and hanging plants.

17. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Downtown Reykjavik

Crystal

AED 802 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern cafe with wooden tables, chairs, and a brick counter.

18. Center Hotels Plaza

Downtown Reykjavik

Gareth Peter

AED 936 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern spa room with a hot tub, a hanging chair, and a seating area with a sofa and coffee table.

19. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Reykjavik

Shannon

AED 1,127 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, bar stools, and a bar counter.

20. ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Ray

AED 945 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

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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.

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

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.

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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.

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A colorful street lined with parked cars and buildings, including a restaurant named "Ban Thai."

Tún

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

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A shop window with stuffed penguins and a large snowman figure.

Holt

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

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Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Fosshotel Barón

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful suite with a separate bedroom. Our unit had a small kitchen, and 2 double sofa beds in the main room with a large queen in the bedroom. Great views as well. Location was convenient to explore downtown/harbour. 3rd partt parking on grounds was convenient with a discount for hotel guests."

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Constant cleaning of facility, spacious kitchen and fridge and shelves for food storage, excellent location right next to Old Town and Spars market, bar and breakfast options, cozy lounge area, beautiful view of the sea, and close to bus stops. Burger place and Domino's Pizza across the street too. Suggestion: Put a butt can outside next to the front door so it's not so messy."

Hotel Odinsve

8/10 Good

"The place was great and at a great price. The only criticism I have is that their duvets are very small (twin size) even when you are in a queen bed. It was hard to find a good position to sleep because either my feet or my head was cold. Also if you move from side to side the duvet would slide off. This seems to be the case in most hotels in Iceland and it is my only complaint."

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

10/10 Excellent

"The location of the Arnarhvoll Center Hotel was great for my convention at the Harpa Concert Hall, just across the street. Also just across from bus stop #5, where all the tour buses and the airport Flybus stop. A wonderful view of the harbour and surrounding mountains, especially from the 8th floor where they serve a delicious hot breakfast buffet, which was included in my Expedia package. There is a sauna and hot tub available too, in the basement, which was also included in my package by the hotel. The hotel is fully accessible. The room was very clean, although small, but comfortable enough with a wonderful bed, mini-fridge, and kettle on a small desk. Wide screen TV gets the BBC channels as well as local. The staff were all very pleasant, attentive and helpful. Only thing lacking was an on-site restaurant, but the main shopping street of Laugavegur is only 3 blocks away, with many restaurants. They have lockers for luggage storage if you arrive early or leave on a later flight, which is very handy. I'd stay again!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

1. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

2. Þingholt by Center Hotels

3. Hotel Fron

4. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

5. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

6. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

7. Hotel Von

8. Center Hotels Laugavegur

9. Hotel Odinsve

10. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

11. Exeter Hotel

12. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

13. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

14. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

15. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

16. CityHub Reykjavik

17. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

18. Center Hotels Plaza

19. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

20. ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Háaleiti

Vesturbær

Laugardalur

Tún

Holt

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Fosshotel Barón

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