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, CityHub Reykjavik is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Reykjavik. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Laugavegur, and it offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include The Reykjavik EDITION and Alda Hotel Reykjavik .

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 481 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?

To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Reykjavik or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighborhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavik City Museums, Reykjavík 871 +/-2, or Reykjavik 871 +/- 2 The Settlement Exhibition 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 Einar Jonsson Museum or Leifur Eiríksson statue.

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A modern interior with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a unique wall art piece.

1. Þingholt by Center Hotels

Downtown Reykjavik

christine maria elizabeth

NT$6,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

2. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Downtown Reykjavik

Sukhwant

NT$9,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

3. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Ruth Anne

NT$8,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A neatly made breakfast tray with two glasses of orange juice, a bowl of fruit, and a small teapot on a bed with a view of a window and curtains.

4. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Thomas

NT$8,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden stools, and a wall art installation.

5. Hotel Fron

Downtown Reykjavik

Maureen

NT$4,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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.

6. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Jenina

NT$7,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

7. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik

joanne

NT$5,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern living room with a dining table, chairs, a black entertainment unit, and a large window with curtains.

8. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Jessica

NT$6,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A multi-story building with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

9. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik

Lynn

NT$9,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a hanging chair, a desk with a coffee machine, and large windows offering a city view.

10. Center Hotels Laugavegur

Downtown Reykjavik

Sharon

NT$6,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and a building with large windows.

11. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Downtown Reykjavik

debbie

NT$6,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A room with two leather chairs, a small round table, and a vase with yellow flowers. There are large windows with a view of trees and buildings outside.

12. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Downtown Reykjavik

Leslie

NT$7,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a mural on the wall.

13. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Tzafrir and michal

NT$6,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two potted plants, and a large painting on the wall.

14. Hotel Odinsve

Downtown Reykjavik

Robert

NT$5,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

15. Hotel Von

Downtown Reykjavik

Paulo

NT$6,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

16. CityHub Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik

Chloe

NT$3,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

17. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

Downtown Reykjavik

Tina

NT$8,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

18. Exeter Hotel

Downtown Reykjavik

Jeanne

NT$5,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a wicker chair, and a glass door leading to a building.

19. ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Reykjavik

Ingrid

NT$8,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern cafe with wooden tables, chairs, and a brick counter.

20. Center Hotels Plaza

Downtown Reykjavik

Marilyn

NT$6,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kvosin Downtown Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 785 reviews	View
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 3,495 reviews	View
Hotel Reykjavik Saga	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 811 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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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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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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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 white house with a stone roof, a flagpole, and a grassy lawn.

Tún

If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.

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A cityscape with a prominent church, a large mountain in the background, and a body of water.

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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Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

8/10 Good

"Excellent location and great amenities like outdoor hot tub which we mostly had to ourselves. The room was very small but had everything it needed, and we bought breakfast which was £30pp but set us up right for the day. Would recommend!"

CityHub Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the pods, my partner and i both felt like we had plenty of space, the bed was SO comfortable and it was a great place to wind down in after a full day of walking around reykjavík. we booked with breakfast which consisted of an apple, skyr, pastry, granola, marmalade and a juice. it was delicious and filling and came perfectly packed in a reusable to go bag. We will absolutely be staying here again on our next trip!"

Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. We arrived on a Saturday and were pleasantly surprised that our room was ready a couple of hours before check-in, which was greatly appreciated after traveling. We stayed in Room 808 (an executive room,) which was clean, comfortable, and appeared to have been refreshed recently. One unique feature was the shared balcony on the 8th floor, where we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights one evening. Access is through a door outside the guest rooms rather than directly from the room itself, which we actually preferred. Some rooms do have direct balcony access, so if you use the shared space, just be mindful of noise and avoid standing directly in front of other guests' doors. The breakfast was quite good. There was a nice selection of coffee and tea, eggs, bacon, sausage, skyr, fresh fruit, assorted breads, and pastries, which gave us plenty of options before heading out for the day. The only issue we encountered was that a couple of days into our stay I noticed I had been charged the full cost of the room on my credit card even though I had prepaid through Hotels.com. When I mentioned it at the front desk, the staff quickly looked into it and processed a refund right away. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay. The room was clean, the staff was helpful, the breakfast was good, and the early check-in was a wonderful surprise. I'd happily stay here again and would recommend it to others visiting Iceland."

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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

1. Þingholt by Center Hotels

2. Hotel Reykjavik Saga

3. Sand Hotel by Keahotels

4. Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

5. Hotel Fron

6. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

7. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

8. Kvosin Downtown Hotel

9. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

10. Center Hotels Laugavegur

11. Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

12. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

13. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

14. Hotel Odinsve

15. Hotel Von

16. CityHub Reykjavik

17. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

18. Exeter Hotel

19. ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

20. Center Hotels Plaza

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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Vesturbær

Háaleiti

Laugardalur

Tún

Holt

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

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