The Best Hotels Closest to University of Iceland in Reykjavik - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a vase with flowers, and a lamp.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden accent wall, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view through floor-to-ceiling windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with chairs.

1. Black Pearl Luxury Apartments

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.2 km from University of Iceland

Dan

฿8,935

฿10,137 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with a counter, seating, and a display of bottles.

A hotel with a classic European architectural style, featuring a central courtyard and a view of a lake.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, and a window leading to a balcony.

A modern living room with a dining area, featuring a dark blue curtain, a black standing lamp, a shelf with books and a vase of flowers, and a wooden floor.

2. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

William

฿6,336

฿7,253 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with two beds, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A room with a brick fireplace, a wooden staircase, and a view into a bathroom.

A kitchen with a black countertop, white cabinets, a coffee maker, and hanging pendant lights.

A dining area with a round table, teal chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

3. Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.8 km from University of Iceland

Jennifer

฿6,290

฿7,201 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools, a variety of bottles, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a geometric ceiling, large circular lights, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A modern interior with a glass railing, a staircase, and a sign that reads "Connect At the Door of Demo".

A buffet with various food items and a wine glass rack in the background.

4. Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

Christina Margaret St

฿8,639

฿9,809 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two white sinks, a dark vanity, and a large mirror.

A modern interior with leather seating, a bar area, and large windows.

A modern lobby with a curved orange sofa, black coffee table, and potted plants.

5. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.2 km from University of Iceland

JASON

฿9,819

฿11,119 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a white facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A garden pathway with wooden lattice fencing, a bench, and a small tree with pink blossoms.

A wooden deck with a bench, potted plants, and a lattice screen.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a door.

6. Castle House Luxury Apartments

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

thomas

฿3,884

฿6,532 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with wooden flooring, a bar area with bottles, and a view of the street.

A storefront with a glass door, potted plants, and a sign for a restaurant.

A wine cellar with wooden shelves and a bench.

A modern interior with a large window, a potted plant, and leather seating.

7. Hotel Von

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.9 km from University of Iceland

Paul

฿5,367

฿6,177 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a ship through the windows.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a cash register, and stools.

A spacious room with a long table and chairs, a red chair, and a bookshelf with various items.

A modern library with bookshelves, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and comfortable seating.

8. Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Vesturbær, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

Christine

฿3,971

฿4,629 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and a bottle of wine on a counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a round wooden side table, a mirror, and two black desk lamps.

A building with a sign that reads "4a Local 101" on the facade.

A wine bar with a selection of wine bottles and framed pictures on the wall.

9. Hotel Local 101

Vesturbær, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

Michaela

฿3,632

฿4,252 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a pink ottoman, a black coffee table, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a countertop with a basket of fruits, and a paper bag.

A modern building with a wooden deck, a metal staircase, and a view of the cityscape.

A dining area with a wooden table and black chairs, a modern pendant light, and a kitchen with black cabinets and a white dishwasher.

10. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.7 km from University of Iceland

Jenina

฿6,041

฿6,925 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern building with a restaurant named "Canopy" at its ground level.

A staircase with a patterned wall and metal railings.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A modern lounge area with blue chairs, round tables, and a staircase.

11. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.4 km from University of Iceland

Tina

฿7,359

฿8,388 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A multi-story residential building with balconies, a flat roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

A compact kitchen with a stove, coffee maker, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a red chair, a TV, and a black rug.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

12. Reykjavik4you Apartments

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.4 km from University of Iceland

Katherine

฿4,066

฿6,985 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A lobby with arched windows, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a large mirror, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A spa area with a row of massage tables, a tiled floor, and a wall with a textured pattern.

13. Hotel Borg by Keahotels

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.2 km from University of Iceland

David

฿7,673

฿8,737 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern spa room with a hot tub, a hanging chair, and a seating area with a sofa and coffee table.

A buffet with various food items and a coffee station.

A modern building with large windows and a curved facade, located on a street with other buildings.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bookshelf, and a bar area.

14. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.3 km from University of Iceland

Shannon

฿9,713

฿11,001 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with white tables and chairs, a counter with breakfast items, and a grey cushioned seating area.

A café named 'café Loki' with outdoor seating, surrounded by modern buildings and trees.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a dining table set for two.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small shelf, and a window with a view of buildings.

15. Guesthouse Sunna

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.6 km from University of Iceland

Joanne

฿3,769

฿4,405 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel reception area with a green wall and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a staircase, and an elevator.

A modern interior with a brick wall, a wood-burning stove, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

16. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

Leslie

฿6,731

฿7,692 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern building with large glass windows, a wooden deck, and a view of a ship.

A modern interior with seating areas, a bar, and a visible store named 'DEFC'.

A corner of a room with a wooden bench, a large window, and a visible exit sign.

17. Exeter Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.2 km from University of Iceland

Victor

฿5,825

฿6,685 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with glass walls and warm lighting.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern dining area with round tables, blue cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, a small side table, and a decorative lamp.

18. Grandi by Center Hotels

Vesturbær, 1.1 km from University of Iceland

Monicq

฿7,546

฿8,596 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hot tub with wooden railings, surrounded by lanterns and a scenic mural.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit storefront.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern staircase with a wooden handrail, leading to a white door at the top.

19. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik, 2 km from University of Iceland

Sheryl

฿5,224

฿6,018 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern bar area with two round tables, two plush armchairs, and a wall of illuminated planters.

A hotel room with a large window, two leather armchairs, a small round table, and a bed.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, bar stools, and tables.

A modern loft bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a large bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a black leather sofa.

20. Vintage Apartment Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik, 1.7 km from University of Iceland

travis

฿5,608

฿8,322 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Iceland

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 780 reviews	View
Kvosin Downtown Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 348 reviews	View
Hotel Reykjavik Saga	9.6 Exceptional 785 reviews	View

Top University of Iceland Hotel Reviews

Exeter Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, cleanness and friendly staff!"

Fosshotel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Less than a 10 minute walk to the main shopping area. Parking on the streets around the hotel were readily available and free in the evenings - used the EasyPark app to pay during morning hours if needed. The cappuccino from the self-serve coffee machine during breakfast was amazing!"

CityHub Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"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"

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff a wonderful location."

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, great location, lovely helpful staff. Bed was very comfortable. Restaurant has delicious breakfast and dinner. Staff very aware about coeliac and cross contamination."

Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"clean , breakfast and location very good"

Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"It was great. Super friendly people."

Grandi by Center Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"Gym is the size of a toilet so small its unreal. Everything else was great. Its family friendly"

Old Town Reykjavik

8/10 Good

"Location was perfect. Close to everything. Good space to socialize and meet new people"

Other attractions near University of Iceland

A museum exhibit with a large, intricately carved drinking horn and informational panels.

National Museum of Iceland

8.8/10 (1,993 reviews)

From Viking feasts and battles to the independence movement of the 20th century, Iceland’s premier museum preserves every detail of the nation’s history.

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A tall, narrow church with a pointed arch and stained glass windows.

Landakotskirkja

8.8/10 (523 reviews)

Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.

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A swan on a calm lake with reflections of buildings and trees during sunset.

Reykjavik Pond

9.2/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Reykjavik Pond, a lovely green space in Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

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A church with a green spire and white walls by a river.

Reykjavik Free Church

8.6/10 (173 reviews)

Admire the superb green-and-white Neo-Gothic church that looks out over a beautiful downtown lake. Investigate its century-old interior.

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Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool during your stay in Reykjavik. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its great live music.

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National and University Library of Iceland

After visiting National and University Library of Iceland, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Reykjavik. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.

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Tjornin

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Reykjavik when you spend time at Tjornin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Reykjavík 871 +/-2

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Reykjavík 871 +/-2 during your travels in Reykjavik. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Iceland?

University of Iceland is located in a welcoming area of Reykjavik known for its top museums and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 320 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near University of Iceland?

Grandi by Center Hotels is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from University of Iceland. Other good choices within a short distance include Exeter Hotel and Hotel Reykjavik Saga.

How many hotels will I find close to University of Iceland?

Expedia has 320 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Iceland.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Iceland, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near University of Iceland.

What can I see and do near University of Iceland?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Iceland, Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center or Reykjavík Maritime Museum. Grotta Lighthouse, Reykjavik City Museums and Sundhollin are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around University of Iceland. You can catch a show at Harpa, National Theatre of Iceland and Salurinn Kopavogur Concert Hall.

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Our top choices for University of Iceland hotels

1. Black Pearl Luxury Apartments

2. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

3. Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments

4. Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton

5. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

6. Castle House Luxury Apartments

7. Hotel Von

8. Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

9. Hotel Local 101

10. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

11. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

12. Reykjavik4you Apartments

13. Hotel Borg by Keahotels

14. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

15. Guesthouse Sunna

16. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

17. Exeter Hotel

18. Grandi by Center Hotels

19. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

20. Vintage Apartment Hotel

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Top University of Iceland Hotel Reviews

Exeter Hotel

Fosshotel Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Center Hotels Plaza

Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

Grandi by Center Hotels

Old Town Reykjavik

Other attractions near University of Iceland

National Museum of Iceland

Landakotskirkja

Reykjavik Pond

Reykjavik Free Church

Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool

National and University Library of Iceland

Tjornin

Reykjavík 871 +/-2

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