The Best Hotels Closest to Árbær Open Air Museum in Reykjavik for 2026

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A room with a large window offering a view of a residential area, a lake, and a distant mountain range.

A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a bed, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small white table, and a dining area with two chairs and a table.

1. Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga

2.6 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Christian

NT$3,567

NT$6,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a balcony, and a view of the city.

A view from a window overlooking a snowy landscape with houses and a mountain in the distance.

A modern living room with a green sofa, teal armchairs, and wooden chairs around a white table. Large windows offer a city view.

A modern interior with a staircase, a blue bench, a yellow chair, and a marble side table.

2. Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga

2.6 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Anthony John

NT$3,450

NT$6,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel building with large windows, a welcoming entrance, and a clear view of the sky.

A conference room with white tables, red chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hallway with a wooden door, white walls, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a building and a car.

3. ASKA Heiðmörk

2.6 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Christian

NT$3,417

NT$4,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern staircase with wooden steps and glass doors leading to a room.

A modern restaurant with marble-topped tables, a bar area with shelves, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a TV on the left side and a window with curtains.

4. Hotel Lotus

Háaleiti, 4.1 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Claire

NT$6,398

NT$7,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A buffet with various dishes and drinks, including fruits, salads, and bread.

A modern interior with wooden shelves displaying various decorative items and a wine bottle.

A modern room with a rowing machine, large vases, and a mirror on the wall.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a potted plant, and a table with candles.

5. Hotel Eyja

Holt, 5 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Donna

NT$6,691

NT$7,637 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A dining table set for four with a view of a lake and mountains.

A wooden balcony with a view of a grassy field, trees, and a cloudy sky.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A room with a view through a large window, a table with a kettle and a tray of glasses, and a chair.

6. Hotel Kriunes - A city hotel by the lake

3.5 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Jason

NT$7,841

NT$8,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern interior with a green sofa, yellow armchairs, and a round coffee table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a bed, massage chairs, a TV, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, hanging light fixtures, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

7. 201 Hotel

4.2 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Myrona

NT$4,363

NT$5,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A room with two white chairs, a small round table, and a lamp. A book is on the table. The room has a window with a view of a snowy landscape and buildings.

A buffet with various food items including watermelon, oranges, and bread.

8. Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

Háaleiti, 3.9 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

joyce

NT$4,701

NT$5,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A building entrance with a sign for Northern Comfort Apartments, a metal railing, and a potted plant.

A room with a wooden door labeled '606', a white radiator, and a painting of a cow on the wall.

A hallway with a wooden door labeled '601', a no-smoking sign, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

9. Northern Comfort Apartments

Holt, 5 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Shea

NT$4,265

NT$6,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

A modern reception area with a speckled reception desk, wooden paneling, and a large window with a city view.

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

10. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik, 5.8 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Janice

NT$7,397

NT$8,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern indoor pool with a concrete interior, two potted plants, and a staircase leading to a higher level.

A modern bar with wooden accents, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A staircase leading to a rooftop garden with a water feature and a view of the cityscape.

A modern reception area with wooden reception desk, black chairs, and potted plants.

11. Miðgarður by Center Hotels

Tún, 5.3 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Thomas

NT$6,776

NT$7,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a large window with a city view, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, large windows, and a flat roof.

A modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape, including a prominent church spire.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

12. Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG

5.3 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Glenn

NT$5,706

NT$6,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A restaurant interior with high ceilings, hanging plants, and a bar area.

A cozy indoor area with a bookshelf displaying travel books, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a decorative hanging plant.

A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, hanging spherical lamps, and a large Christmas tree.

13. Nordic Hostel

Downtown Reykjavik, 5.5 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Katharine

NT$12,856

NT$14,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A wine cellar with wooden shelves and a bench.

14. Hotel Von

Downtown Reykjavik, 5.9 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Elina

NT$5,595

NT$6,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A blue building with the sign "Smara Hotel" and "Hôtel Smári" indicating a hotel. There is a flagpole with multiple flags, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a stone wall in front.

A bathroom with a white sink, a shower, and a toilet.

A breakfast buffet with various breads, pastries, and condiments.

15. Hótel Ísland Comfort

4.1 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Marcy

NT$3,084

NT$3,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a TV. A large window offers a view of the sea and a distant cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a wine rack.

A view from a window with a cityscape, including roads and buildings, and a seating area with cushions.

16. Aurora Nooks Apartments by Heimaleiga

4 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Michael

NT$3,538

NT$6,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in coffee machine, a sink, and a dishwasher.

17. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik, 6.1 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Daphay grace

NT$6,227

NT$7,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a hallway leading to a bathroom.

A modern loft with a dining area featuring a round table and red velvet chairs, a living room with a grey sofa, and a large TV mounted on the wall.

A modern building with large windows, a courtyard with potted plants, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A kitchen counter with various food items and utensils.

18. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Downtown Reykjavik, 6 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Kerry

NT$7,071

NT$8,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a closed door, and a view into a dining area with white tables and chairs.

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

19. Guesthouse Sunna

Downtown Reykjavik, 6 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Michael

NT$5,122

NT$5,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hot tub with two people in it, surrounded by wooden decking and plants.

A staircase with a wall-mounted sign reading "HOT TUB" and a green abstract drawing.

A modern building with a 'City Hub' sign, large windows, and a neon geometric design.

20. CityHub Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik, 6.1 km from Árbær Open Air Museum

Zahra

NT$2,775

NT$3,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Árbær Open Air Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga	9.6 Exceptional 1,299 reviews	View
Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga	9.2 Wonderful 1,238 reviews	View
ASKA Heiðmörk	8.6 Excellent 353 reviews	View
Hotel Lotus	9.6 Exceptional 769 reviews	View
Hotel Eyja	9.6 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View

Top Árbær Open Air Museum Hotel Reviews

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, staff was great"

Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean room comfortable bed, small shower"

Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay! The apartment was small but very cozy, clean, and comfortable. It was easy to get in and out, and everything was simple and convenient. A great little place to stay while exploring Iceland. We would definitely stay here again!"

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you for a wonderful stay the cleanliness of the hotel and room were outstanding. Restaurant was great. Highly recommend."

Reykjavik Domes

10/10 Excellent

"Super comfortable bed and nice hot shower!!!"

ASKA Heiðmörk

8/10 Good

"A little noisy but good location"

Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga

10/10 Excellent

"The location is good. " Bonus" supermarket is near by. Friendly suggestions: 1/ When we get into the apartment, a bad smell coming out from the bathroom drain. We have to pour some water in the floor drain to get the smell out. 2/ Please have the coffee, tea bags and paper towel ready on the counter top. Not everyone is tall enough to reach at the upper cupboard where they are placed."

Urban Reykjavik Studios by Heimaleiga

10/10 Excellent

"It was compact but very nice. It’s keyless and all on your phone. We enjoyed our stay!"

Hótel Múli

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Clean rooms. Excellent inclusive breakfast. Free tea and coffee at reception available all day."

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Arbaejarlaug

7.8/10 (18 reviews)

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Grafarholt Golf Course

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Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool

8.8/10 (29 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool during your stay in Kópavogur. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Grasagardur Botanical Garden

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Grasagardur Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Reykjavik. Discover the great live music and shops in this culturally rich area.

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Smaralind

8.6/10 (54 reviews)

During your visit to Kópavogur, you can do some window-shopping at Smaralind. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront, or seek out the local tours.

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Laugardalsholl

Catch an event at Laugardalsholl during your trip to Reykjavik. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.

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Kringlan Shopping Mall

7.8/10 (10 reviews)

During your visit to Reykjavik, you can enjoy retail therapy at Kringlan Shopping Mall. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Árbær Open Air Museum?

Árbær Open Air Museum is located in a welcoming area of Reykjavik known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Árbær Open Air Museum?

Óm Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this apartment offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Árbær Open Air Museum. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hotel Reykjavík Grand and ASKA Heiðmörk.

How many hotels will I find close to Árbær Open Air Museum?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Árbær Open Air Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Árbær Open Air Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are 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 have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Árbær Open Air Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Árbær Open Air Museum?

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What can I see and do near Árbær Open Air Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Reykjavik City Museums, National Museum of Iceland, and Reykjavík Maritime Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Hofdi House, Sundhollin, and Imagine Peace Tower. You can watch performances at Harpa, Salurinn Kopavogur Concert Hall, and National Theatre of Iceland if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Árbær Open Air Museum hotels

1. Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga

2. Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga

3. ASKA Heiðmörk

4. Hotel Lotus

5. Hotel Eyja

6. Hotel Kriunes - A city hotel by the lake

7. 201 Hotel

8. Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

9. Northern Comfort Apartments

10. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

11. Miðgarður by Center Hotels

12. Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG

13. Nordic Hostel

14. Hotel Von

15. Hótel Ísland Comfort

16. Aurora Nooks Apartments by Heimaleiga

17. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

18. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

19. Guesthouse Sunna

20. CityHub Reykjavik

Compare popular hotels close to Árbær Open Air Museum

Top Árbær Open Air Museum Hotel Reviews

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Reykjavik Domes

ASKA Heiðmörk

Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga

Urban Reykjavik Studios by Heimaleiga

Hótel Múli

Other attractions near Árbær Open Air Museum

Reykjavik Electricity Museum

Arbaejarlaug

Grafarholt Golf Course

Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool

Grasagardur Botanical Garden

Smaralind

Laugardalsholl

Kringlan Shopping Mall

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