4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
We were only staying for 2 1/2 days so didn't get a chance to properly explore the town. We had a hire car which was handy to get in and out of Reykjavik.
Hafnarfjordur
Travel Guide
Visit Hafnarfjordur
Hotel Viking
Strandgotu 55 Hafnarfjordur
The price is €147 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
€147
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hafnarfjordur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,496 reviews)
Great a staff, nice breakfast, parking was confusing but easy once it was exained.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Vellir
Tjarnarvellir 3 Hafnarfjordur
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hafnarfjordur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is €176 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
€176
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,420 reviews)
Every staff I met was so kind. And there were cats all guests loved. Spacious lobby and clean room, nice bars! I can highly recommend the hotel. (There is no parking garage! You have to park your car on the street)
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Elf House in Heart of Downtown Hafnarfjordur
Hafnarfjörður Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
Stay at this holiday home in Hafnarfjordur. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
This place was really nice! It’s an old house, but very cute. Everything works and is very comfortable. It is fully furnished. It has a huge TV and many interesting books that we enjoyed. It’s also walkable to the harbor + some other bakeries and activities. Andrew l, the host was very nice and helped ...
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Vatnsstígur 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,170 reviews)
We are a Family of 4 that visited from Scotland for 3 nights. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again. Very central. We had a rental car but plenty of parking available nearby, just download parka app to pay for parking.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels
Þingholtsstræti 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
Stay at this spa apartment in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
Room was clean and spacious! Everyone was so pleasant to work with and the location couldn’t be beat!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Viking Village
Enjoy an outing to Viking Village during your stay in Hvaleyri. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Geothermal Area of Krysuvik
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Geothermal Area of Krysuvik during your travels in Hafnarfjordur. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Carmelite Convent
You can learn about the history of Hvaleyri with a trip to Carmelite Convent.
Fjörður Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Fjörður Shopping Center during your visit to Hvaleyri.
Elf Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Elf Garden, a lovely green space in Hafnarfjordur. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Hafnarfjordur Free Church
After visiting Hafnarfjordur Free Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hafnarfjordur. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
€39
per adult
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
€45
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
€18
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Reykjavik: Aurora Reykjavik The Northern Lights Center Entry
€28
per adult
Meradalir Active Volcano Hike and Reykjanes Tour from Reykjavik
€103
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Hafnarfjordur
4.4
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Visit the harbour is a must, The Viking Village is beautiful and have dining experience at Tilveran, absolutely gorgeous food.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Lovely harbour eating & shopping area.
