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Reykjavik Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Iceland

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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

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1. Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,072 reviews)
"Excellent stay, staff were super helpful with our early check in."
Canada
Nancy
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Hotel Fron
Outdoor spa tub

2. CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (572 reviews)
"Best of all hotels, cheap and top notch service"
United States
Ingrid
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
CityHub Reykjavik
Standard Double Room, Balcony (or view)

3. City Center Hotel

City Center Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (754 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location and has a great staff. We stayed for 3 nights before a cruise and really enjoyed getting to know the city. If we have a chance to return I know where I'm staying."
United States
Eric
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
City Center Hotel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

4. Guesthouse Sunna

Guesthouse Sunna
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Great property, staff and location close to fly bus pick up spot"
United States
Jean-Pierre
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Guesthouse Sunna
Breakfast buffet

5. Guesthouse Aurora

Guesthouse Aurora
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (542 reviews)
"Breakfast and after hours check in were excellent features"
United States
Eric
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Guesthouse Aurora
Indoor spa tub

6. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,347 reviews)
"Great location and beds were very comfortable."
United States
Suzanne
The price is €266
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living area

7. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,376 reviews)
"Good place to stay in the center of town"
United States
Aman
The price is €308
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
Breakfast buffet

8. Guesthouse Andrea

Guesthouse Andrea
2.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (388 reviews)
"I had a great stay here. The staff was friendly, the room was clean, and many dining and attraction options were within walking distance from our room. Breakfast was a bonus too!"
United States
Riley
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Guesthouse Andrea
Hallway

9. Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse

Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Delighted to stay here. The rooms were clean and super easy to get to the Rainbow road and Harper area. Great place to stay!"
United States
Barbara
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse
Standard Studio

10. Hotel Vera

Hotel Vera
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (366 reviews)
"This hotel is amazing! Fantastic location and the room was fabulous! I highly recommend Hotel Vera!"
Canada
James
The price is €232
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Vera
Free daily buffet breakfast

11. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet was excellent with much variety."
United States
Karen
The price is €301
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
Economy Studio

12. The Swan House by Heimaleiga

The Swan House by Heimaleiga
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (679 reviews)
"It has a kitchen so you can cook there."
Canada
Shanley
The price is €271
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Swan House by Heimaleiga
Reception

13. Old Town Reykjavik

Old Town Reykjavik
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
7.2 out of 10, Good, (256 reviews)
"Great location for downtown."
United States
FM
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Old Town Reykjavik
Reception

14. Hotel Odinsve

Hotel Odinsve
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Loved the Mom and Pop feel, the staff was great and very insightful with some of their recommendations. Would stay again."
United States
Max
The price is €274
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Odinsve
Premium for 2 | Private kitchen

15. Day Dream L23 Guesthouse

Day Dream L23 Guesthouse
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"It easily fit our large group. Fantastic location. Very helpful cleaning staff. Very timely, responsive and accommodating virtual helpdesk."
Canada
Kefyn Owain
The price is €205
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Day Dream L23 Guesthouse
Standard Studio

16. Máni Apartments

Máni Apartments
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,927 reviews)
"Perfect location for our family"
United States
Tom
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Máni Apartments
Standard Studio, Kitchenette, City View

17. Mjólk Hotel

Mjólk Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
"Nice place."
United States
Debora G
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mjólk Hotel
Exterior

18. Castle House Luxury Apartments

Castle House Luxury Apartments
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,175 reviews)
"It was a nice quiet location but very walkable to the downtown shopping and restaurants."
United States
Jeanette
The price is €256
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Castle House Luxury Apartments
Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment with Private Hot Tub | City view

19. ALVA Apartments Hallveigarstigur

ALVA Apartments Hallveigarstigur
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Location was good."
United States
Charmain
The price is €257
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
ALVA Apartments Hallveigarstigur
Premium Triple Room

20. HH Guesthouse

HH Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (27 reviews)
"Well located guesthouse close to many of the sights of central Reykjavik. The room was spacious, clean and well equipped. Communication ahead of our stay was good but we did not see any staff on sight. Two items to be mindful of. There is no lift and the staircase is steep so be mindful of this as you need to be able to carry your luggage up the stairs. Also the curtains in the room are transparent meaning in the summer light comes in throughout the night. Nonetheless a good guesthouse that...
United Kingdom
David
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
HH Guesthouse
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
749 reviews
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Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Hverfisgata 53)
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
142 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
708 reviews
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Family Quadruple Room
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
View
Lobby
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
334 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Laugardalsholl and Kringlan Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Hlíðar

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

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Vesturbær

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

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Tún

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

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

Holt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had a lovely clean room with a decent-sized balcony. The breakfast was great"
James 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Exeter Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Reykjavik?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Reykjavik's Downtown Reykjavik neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit 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 traveller 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 coffee shop. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include CityHub Reykjavik and Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel.
How many hotels are there in the Downtown Reykjavik area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Reykjavik, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 506 Downtown Reykjavik hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Reykjavik, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown Reykjavik.
What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighbourhood?
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 neighbourhood. 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, make sure that you visit other sights such as Leifur Eiríksson statue or National Gallery of Iceland.