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

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
Luggage Storage in Reykjavik

Luggage Storage in Reykjavik

฿249
per adult
Luggage Storage in Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

฿3,841
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual
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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 ฿3,971 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,971
฿4,629 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 ฿7,578 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,578
฿8,633 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 ฿3,632 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,632
฿4,252 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ฿1,503 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿1,503
฿5,028 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! (188 reviews)
"I thought this was a very comfortable and well located hotel. WiFi was great. It wasn't super fancy but it met all expectations and I found it quite cozy and pleasant. The staff was super responsive via message. Perfect score! The only thing that could be better is a little more direction on parking. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

3 out of 5
Brautarholt 22-24 Reykjavik
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,648 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,648
฿4,269 total
12 Oct - 13 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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,012 reviews)
"After checking into a couple self check in places we realized that you must enter the code in slowly, it seems if you press the numbers quickly that it doesn't recognize it and fails. Once we figured it out the self check in went smoothly."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Alva Hotel Brautarholt
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is ฿3,323 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,323
฿3,908 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (703 reviews)
"This was perfect for someone traveling solo who doesn’t need a bunch of amenities. I had a solo hub and had a blast I was actually thinking of extending my stay… I would definitely stay here again or at the other locations"

Reviewed on 9 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 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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