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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kvosin Downtown Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Nordic Hostel	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 783 reviews	View
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 3,486 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

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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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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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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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Tún

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

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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

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Location was convenient, staff was friendly and helpful, breakfast buffet was plentiful with delicious options, and we even enjoyed the hot tub and sauna. Great place to stay!"

Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Location location Location. You couldn't ask for a better location than this hotel. Right in the heart of everything. Shopping, restaurants, bus stop, taxi stand, attractions, parking, surrounded by color full buildings and minutes to the famous church. Our room was big enough for our luggage and all of our stuff as we have been traveling for weeks. Only concern was there is no counter top to place your toiletries. I would go back and stay at this hotel. Breakfast was good. Inviting lobby and friendly staff. 2 thumbs up."

Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

8/10 Good

"Great hotel. Two things prevented me from giving 5 stars. The shower floods the bathroom. Luckily we showered in the morning and left for our excursions and the bathroom was cleaned by the time we got back. But we had to step in puddles and throw down towels while we got ready. Serious design flaw. The second was the noise on the street. I understand the hotel can’t control this and we should expect a little bit of this when booking a hotel in the middle of the city. But maybe some better sound proofing on the windows would help. Or even a fan in the room to drown out the sounds outside. We couldn’t fall asleep until after 3 am and I’m not a light sleeper."

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

10/10 Excellent

"Reykjavik Saga – A Wonderful Stay! Reykjavik Saga is a wonderful hotel that is modern, clean, and exceptionally well-maintained. The rooms are spacious and generously sized, which was an important consideration for my family and me. One of the things I particularly loved was the location. The hotel is right in the heart of downtown Reykjavík, making it convenient to explore the city, yet tucked away from the noise and bustle. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating, assisting us with tour arrangements and transportation around Reykjavík. We also appreciated the convenience of being able to store our luggage at the hotel for the two days we checked out to explore the South Coast. And the breakfast selection was excellent! 👍 Overall, we had a wonderful stay, and I would highly recommend Reykjavik Saga to anyone visiting Reykjavík."

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?

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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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

1. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

2. Þingholt by Center Hotels

3. Hotel Fron

4. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

5. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

6. Exeter Hotel

7. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

8. Center Hotels Laugavegur

9. Hotel Von

10. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

11. CityHub Reykjavik

12. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

13. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

14. Hotel Odinsve

15. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

16. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

17. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

18. Center Hotels Klöpp

19. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

20. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Vesturbær

Háaleiti

Laugardalur

Tún

Holt

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

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