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 waterfront promenade with a modern sculpture and a sunset.

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

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
There is something about lava

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

฿1,833
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
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
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Top hotels in Vesturbær

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿3,955 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,955
฿4,609 total
18 Oct - 19 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
Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿7,546 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,546
฿8,596 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,650 reviews)
"Gym is the size of a toilet so small its unreal. Everything else was great. Its family friendly"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Grandi by Center Hotels
Hotel Local 101

Hotel Local 101

3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a Reykjavik
The price is ฿3,744 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿3,744
฿4,376 total
21 Oct - 22 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! (321 reviews)
"The staff were very professional and pleasant. The dining service was excellent. The hotel was in a great location for shopping and other events."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Hotel Local 101
Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17

2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata Reykjavik
The price is ฿1,496 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿1,496
฿5,006 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (190 reviews)
"Room was clean Good decorations Sugar and Cream was missing to make coffee"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

3 out of 5
Brautarholt 22-24 Reykjavik
The price is ฿3,577 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿3,577
฿4,190 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"This is our second stay at Alva, but first time at this new location. The beds weren’t very comfortable, but functional. Overall it is very minimalist which probably helps keep cost down but no extra bells and whistles. Also, the breakfast option IS NOT worth it. Go find breakfast in reykjavik."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Alva Hotel Brautarholt
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
The price is ฿5,224 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿5,224
฿6,018 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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,387 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room. The hotel was quiet but still close to lots of shopping and restaurants. The front desk held our bags at checkout so we could explore before heading to the airport which was nice."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
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Where to stay in Vesturbær

Find the best Vesturbær areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 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 street with colorful buildings, including a Scandinavian restaurant and a juice bar.

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.

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