Hlíðar
Reykjavik
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.
Hlíðar Hotel Deals
Bus Hostel Reykjavik
Clean rooms, kind and helpful staff, good amenities.
Reviewed on 2025/12/27
Center Hotels Plaza
Central location, easy to get to all locations, clean room, good amenities
Reviewed on 2026/2/13
Grandi by Center Hotels
Hotel staff are great. The place is clean and decor is nice. I’ve given it 4 stars because I felt the breakfast was good but a little basic with not enough hot vegetarian options, and the location was a bit farther out so, longer walks, longer bus journeys or more taxis. Taxis are not cheap. It was ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/15
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Lovely modern hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms a good size with lots of storage and very clean. Breakfast was excellent with so much choice. The only downside for us was the distance to the centre of Reykjavík, but not a major problem at all.
Reviewed on 2026/2/15
The Reykjavik EDITION
The staff were very nice
Reviewed on 2026/2/11
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Room was very clean and staff was very kind and helpful. Great locations. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 2026/2/12
Other neighborhoods around Hlíðar
Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.
Háaleiti
While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laugavegur and Laugardalsholl.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Teigar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Teigar and surrounding area, you can visit Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
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.
