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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Nordic Hostel	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 752 reviews	View
Kvosin Downtown Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 142 reviews	View
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 3,383 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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A street with colorful buildings, including a Scandinavian restaurant and a juice bar.

Holt

While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

Laugardalur

Just east of Reykjavík's city center, Laugardalur offers various recreational facilities, including the main stadium. Known as "hot spring valley," it's perfect for travelers seeking leisure activities.

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A marina with various boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a cityscape with buildings.

Vesturbær

Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

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A row of white buildings with dark trim and a balcony.

Hlíðar

Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.

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Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

CityHub Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet, perfect! Loved this as a solo woman traveler."

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

8/10 Good

"I stayed here 2 separate nights. The first night, no issues. I was in a large dorm and it was fine. The second night (several days later), I was in a smaller dorm and the bunks were SO squeaky that I could barely sleep. I felt bad for moving at all, because my bunk made so much noise. Everyone else’s bunk was noisy too. I wish they asked about physical limitations when assigning beds, because I am very short and dealing with shoulder pain so I found it difficult to get to the top bunk. I fell off the ladder getting down. The bathrooms were clean. One was out of order , but they have plenty others. Downstairs at the bar, the bartender was having a loud conversation on phone with someone on speaker phone, which I found to be unprofessional. Overall, you get what you pay for. I would stay here again just based on saving money."

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

8/10 Good

"Room was clean but because of the post pride parade party the hotel was a bit of a mess. The outdoor top deck had broken glass, cig butts, etc. And, it needed some seating. The shower in the standard room is a joke. Tiny and the entire bathroom gets wet when you shower. Very quiet and a good location"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Reykjavik?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Reykjavik's Downtown Reykjavik neighborhood. Be sure to check out Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond as part of your Downtown Reykjavik travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Reykjavik?

Based on our traveler data, Center Hotels Plaza is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour, and it offers a bar and a cafe. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include CityHub Reykjavik and Center Hotels Laugavegur.

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Reykjavik area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Reykjavik, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 510 Downtown Reykjavik hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Reykjavik, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Reykjavik.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Reykjavik?

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What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighborhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavik City Museums, Einar Jonsson Museum, or Reykjavík 871 +/-2 during your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. You could also plan a visit to Hallgrimskirkja or Reykjavik Pond while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Reykjavik include Reykjavik Harbour, Skólavörðustígur, and Asgrimur Jonsson Collection. While you're out sightseeing in Reykjavik, be sure to visit other sights like Leifur Eiríksson statue or National Gallery of Iceland.

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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

1. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

2. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

3. Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

4. Hotel Von

5. Hotel Fron

6. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

7. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

8. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

9. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

10. Center Hotels Plaza

11. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

12. CityHub Reykjavik

13. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

14. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

15. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

16. Þingholt by Center Hotels

17. Hotel Odinsve

18. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

19. The Reykjavik EDITION

20. Center Hotels Laugavegur

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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Háaleiti

Holt

Laugardalur

Vesturbær

Hlíðar

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

CityHub Reykjavik

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