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.
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.
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.
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
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 2026/1/9
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was really good, the staff is friendly and service was great.
Reviewed on 2026/1/9
Center Hotels Plaza
Room is very clean & friendly staff, plus very convenient location. A good memory from Iceland.
Reviewed on 2026/1/13
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Staff weee helpful. Beds were a little uncomfortable. The breakfast was delicious. There were tons of options. Great location.
Reviewed on 2026/1/11
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
The stay was amazing. The staff was exceptional. Treated us like Family.
Reviewed on 2026/1/11
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Great location, very clean room and staff were very friendly and helpful. It was easy to talk to restaurants around the downtown area. We were happy with our stay.
Reviewed on 2026/1/11
Other neighborhoods around Hlíðar
Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur 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 Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
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 Reykjavik Harbour 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.
