Vesturbær Travel Guide

Reykjavik

Two boats named 'Christina' and 'Andrea' docked at a marina with a rocky breakwater and a mountainous backdrop.
A church interior with a crucifix, stained glass windows, and a wooden altar.
A church interior with wooden pews, a central altar, and a high vaulted ceiling.
A harbor with boats docked, a restaurant named 'Kopar Restaurant', and a cloudy sky.
A white church with pointed arches and colorful stained glass windows.

Stay near popular Vesturbær attractions

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

Reykjavik Harbour

9.2/10 (8,713 reviews)
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
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Things to do

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

฿6,115
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

฿8,562
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
whale viewing from boat

Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík

฿2,924
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík
Luggage Storage in Reykjavik

Luggage Storage in Reykjavik

฿252
per adult
Luggage Storage in Reykjavik
Picture 9 for Activity Reykjavík City Card

Reykjavík City Card

฿1,300
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík City Card
Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

฿4,510
per adult
Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual
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Top hotels in Vesturbær

Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿8,668 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿8,668
฿9,840 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Grandi by Center Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿6,824 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿6,824
฿7,793 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Hotel Local 101

Hotel Local 101

3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a Reykjavik
The price is ฿5,682 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿5,682
฿6,526 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (301 reviews)
"Great location giving you quick access to restaurants and Harpa as well as bus stops for your pickups. Quiet street."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hotel Local 101
Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17

2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata Reykjavik
The price is ฿2,906 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿2,906
฿6,635 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are located ...
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28 Reykjavik
The price is ฿7,575 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿7,575
฿8,628 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,002 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿8,002
฿9,102 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great breakfast buffet. Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean rooms."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Fosshotel Reykjavik
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Where to stay in Vesturbær

Find the best Vesturbær areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A town with colorful houses, a church, and a mountain in the background.

Downtown Reykjavik

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.

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 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 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.

A row of white buildings with dark trim and a balcony.

Hlíðar

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

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