Vesturbær Travel Guide

Reykjavik

A sculpture of intertwined forks by the water at sunset.
A marina with several boats docked at the pier, a large ship in the background, and a mountainous landscape in the distance.
A marina with various boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a cityscape with buildings.
A harbor with boats docked, a restaurant named 'Kopar Restaurant', and a cloudy sky.
A waterfront promenade with a modern sculpture and a sunset.

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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

฿3,172
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

฿6,042
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

฿8,459
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
whale viewing from boat

Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík

฿3,229
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket

Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket

฿700
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

฿3,441
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
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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 ฿3,200 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
฿3,200
฿3,771 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Who would have thought you could do that in an old marine paint factory. Absolutely tremendous in a quirky kind of way."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿6,031 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿6,031
฿6,914 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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
Hotel Local 101

Hotel Local 101

3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a Reykjavik
The price is ฿3,955 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
฿3,955
฿4,609 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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. ...
Hotel Local 101
Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17

2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata Reykjavik
The price is ฿2,067 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿2,067
฿5,629 total
15 Nov - 16 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! (197 reviews)
"Great location and comms with staff"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

3 out of 5
Brautarholt 22-24 Reykjavik
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,908 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿2,908
฿3,447 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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 ...
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is ฿2,644 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿2,644
฿3,153 total
18 Nov - 19 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 ...
CityHub 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 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.

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