Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
Laugavegur
Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.
Harpa
The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.
Hallgrimskirkja
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Reykjavik City Hall
The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.
Holt Hotel Deals
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
Check all drawers when cleaning. Staff that responded to me agreed to do this going forward though
Reviewed on 2025/12/28
Hotel Aska
Room was clean , bed were
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Fosshotel Raudara
Great
Reviewed on 2026/1/1
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel
spotless room, kind and friendly staff. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on 2026/1/10
Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG
So good stay! Very good location and so welcoming staff. Also hotel made a some New Year's gifts for guests, it was so kind.
Reviewed on 2026/1/3
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
Staff wete very friendly and helpful. Apartment was clean and tidy. Free parking is rare in the center of Reykjavik so that was a bonus.
Reviewed on 2025/12/26
Other neighborhoods around Holt
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.
Teigar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Teigar and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Háaleiti
While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
Downtown Reykjavik
Home to Iceland's national parliament and vibrant nightlife, Reykjavík City Center boasts landmarks like Tjörnin pond, Hallgrímskirkja, and lively Austurstræti and Bankastræti streets.
