Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

Reykjavik

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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.
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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.
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Things to do

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

฿6,118
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

฿8,566
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
whale viewing from boat

Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík

฿2,925
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík
Picture 9 for Activity Reykjavík City Card

Reykjavík City Card

฿1,300
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík City Card
Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket

Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket

฿1,071
per adult
Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket
Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

฿4,512
per adult
Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual
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Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik
The price is ฿9,784 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿9,784
฿11,079 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (1,407 reviews)
"Location was good, but room given was horrible, very noisy. Had to change after first night"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Center Hotels Plaza
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is ฿5,072 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿5,072
฿5,846 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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 ...
CityHub Reykjavik
Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel

4 out of 5
Tryggvagata 12 Reykjavik
The price is ฿10,439 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿10,439
฿11,808 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"Clean, comfy, cute room. Friendly staff. Attached to Deig Bakery. Only complaint is the low/dim lighting in the room. I like brighter lights for putting on my makeup."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Exeter Hotel
Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

4 out of 5
12 Lækjargata Reykjavik
The price is ฿14,586 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿14,586
฿16,411 total
30 Sept - 1 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (749 reviews)
"Fantastic stay and great food !"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
The price is ฿9,295 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿9,295
฿10,537 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,362 reviews)
"Perfect location, modern and clean, friendly staff. This is the place to stay!!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿20,804 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿20,804
฿25,233 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
The Reykjavik EDITION
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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

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

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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.

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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.

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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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Hlíðar

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

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide