Southern Iceland

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Reykjavik featuring a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects
Reykjavik featuring a monument and a statue or sculpture
Reykjavik which includes modern architecture, a statue or sculpture and a church or cathedral
Reykjavik showing an observatory and a sunset
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Where to stay in Southern Iceland

Reykjavik featuring a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

Downtown Reykjavik

5/5(281 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Gallery of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
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Háaleiti

4/5(73 area reviews)

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

Háaleiti
Reykjavik featuring shopping and fashion

Laugardalur

4/5(29 area reviews)

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

Laugardalur
Reykjavik Harbour showing a bay or harbour, boating and general coastal views

Vesturbær

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

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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Hlíðar

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

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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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.

Holt
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
The price is €188 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
€188
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"It was wonderful"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
The price is €150 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€150
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice hotel with triple room. They were so nice to let us check in early."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is €178 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
€178
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,423 reviews)
"Literally right in the middle of everything so finding anything was so easy and quick"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
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.
Reykjavik Residence Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Hotel

4 out of 5
Vatnsstígur 2, Reykjavik, Capital Region
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,068 reviews)
"This was a great hotel. The front staff were amazing. The room was perfect. Easy walk to shops and restaurants and grocery. We cooked most nights to save money and had everything we needed. The morning breakfast basket was excellent."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Black Beach Suites

Black Beach Suites

3 out of 5
Vik I Myrdal, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,252 reviews)
"From the moment His Majesty and I crossed the threshold of this resplendent Icelandic haven, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of understated opulence and Nordic charm. Our three-night sojourn felt less like a hotel stay and more like a curated experience in refined hospitality. The staff, ever ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Black Beach Suites
Vík Apartments

Vík Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Sléttuvegur 4-8, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (658 reviews)
"Loved our stay here! The apartment check-in and parking was straightforward and simple. The suite was clean, modern and prepared with things like washer, dryer AND laundry pods. Minutes away, walking distance to Bonus (grocery and everything store), gas and restaurants. Would highly recommend and ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Vík Apartments
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.

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