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

Picture 1 for Activity Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

฿2,464
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

฿6,085
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
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
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: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

฿1,103
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink
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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 ฿4,191 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿4,191
฿4,874 total
1 Dec - 2 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel, good location, but be sure you know the entrance faces the harbour not the road. Two happy 'hours' in the bar was a bonus. I'd advise getting the breakfast, it's good value and there are lots of options available. We even managed to see the Northern Lights from our hotel room ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is ฿5,438 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿5,438
฿6,259 total
2 Nov - 3 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 ...
Grandi by Center Hotels
Hotel Local 101

Hotel Local 101

3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a Reykjavik
The price is ฿4,028 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿4,028
฿4,692 total
30 Nov - 1 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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews)
"Absolutely the sweetest hotel I have ever stayed at. The staff was over the top amazing! The hotel breakfast wasn’t added bonus. The restaurant in the hotel is excellent and happy hour every day from 3 to 6. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone everyone going to Iceland. It’s about a five ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Hotel Local 101
Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17

2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata Reykjavik
The price is ฿1,610 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿1,610
฿5,153 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! (191 reviews)
"Great location, nice venue."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

3 out of 5
Brautarholt 22-24 Reykjavik
The price is ฿2,819 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿2,819
฿3,350 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,978 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿2,978
฿3,527 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (727 reviews)
"This accommodation was nice, the rooms were clean and the staff were very nice. I never had to wait for a toilet or shower, and it was nice to have a hot tub - I had it alone for an entire hour. There isn’t any parking, but it is near a parking garage. It’s also near a Bonus grocery store and the ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

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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