Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

Reykjavik

A cityscape with a prominent church, a body of water, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A city street with a rainbow-colored pedestrian path, buildings, and a cloudy sky.
A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by a vibrant flower garden with red poppies and daisies.
A town with colorful houses, a church, and a mountain in the background.
An aerial view of a colorful town with a central plaza, a statue, and a waterfront in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Reykjavik attractions

A church with a tall spire and a statue in front.

Hallgrimskirkja

9.2/10 (7,612 reviews)
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.
See properties

Things to do

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

฿3,138
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

฿6,085
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

฿8,519
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
whale viewing from boat

Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík

฿3,423
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík
Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket

Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket

฿1,065
per adult
Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket
Picture 9 for Activity Reykjavík City Card

Reykjavík City Card

฿1,293
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík City Card
See all activities in Reykjavik

Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
The price is ฿6,057 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿6,057
฿6,944 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is ฿3,146 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,146
฿3,713 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (716 reviews)
"We liked the self service and close proximity to everything"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

2 out of 5
28 Skúlagata Reykjavik Capital Region
The price is ฿3,374 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,374
฿3,966 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"We got an upgrade to a room with a private bathroom, I’m thankful for that! The room was clean and ready upon check-in. And the staff members were helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿12,552 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿12,552
฿16,089 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (702 reviews)
"Lovely staff, wonderful breakfast, nice hotel and great location. I thought they had a spa, but their spa was actually a lounge … no sauna or soaking….. otherwise perfect."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Reykjavik EDITION
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik
The price is ฿5,490 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,490
฿6,315 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,393 reviews)
"The bed was harder than wood and has probably been in the room for decades. Invest in a new mattress. The backs of thousands will appreciate it going forward."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Center Hotels Plaza
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
Vatnsstígur 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
The price is ฿7,196 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿7,196
฿8,209 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
See all 481 properties in Downtown Reykjavik
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

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 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 Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

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

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide