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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

Outdoor spa tub

1. CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"Was clean and priced great for our stay"
United States
Dan Donna
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
CityHub Reykjavik
Lobby

2. Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,082 reviews)
"Excellent stay, staff were super helpful with our early check in."
Canada
Nancy
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel Fron
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

3. City Center Hotel

City Center Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (770 reviews)
"It was in a great location."
United States
Ara
The price is S$302
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
City Center Hotel
Reception

4. Hotel Odinsve

Hotel Odinsve
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"The location was great. Right in the heart of the city with a great view of both the church and the ocean"
United States
Matt
The price is S$366
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hotel Odinsve
Restaurant

5. Hotel Von

Hotel Von
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Excdllent location, very good food,, amazing staff"
United States
Gustavo Londono
The price is S$363
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hotel Von
Free daily buffet breakfast

6. Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"near the tourist attractions, we love it"
United States
Berta Lidia
The price is S$429
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

7. Guesthouse Sunna

Guesthouse Sunna
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The room was clean, the beds were comfortable and the location is excellent."
Canada
Maureen
The price is S$268
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Guesthouse Sunna
Indoor spa tub

8. Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,378 reviews)
"Overall nice, clean, modern hotel at a great location."
United States
Merve Tuccar
The price is S$389
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Living area

9. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,391 reviews)
"Very nice location, everything close and a beautiful place to go."
United States
Yaritza
The price is S$400
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
Restaurant

10. ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"Great location. Excellent staff."
United States
Shawn
The price is S$471
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
ION City Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Reception

11. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,021 reviews)
"Centrally located which provided a great taste of local life."
United States
KATHARINE
The price is S$492
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
Breakfast buffet

12. Guesthouse Aurora

Guesthouse Aurora
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (553 reviews)
"Love the location"
Canada
Piyush
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Guesthouse Aurora
Property amenity

13. Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
David
The price is S$391
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Exeter Hotel
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

14. Reykjavik Treasure

Reykjavik Treasure
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 reviews)
"Great staff, cozy facility, good breakfast."
United States
Christopher
The price is S$426
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Reykjavik Treasure
Private kitchen

15. Mjólk Hotel

Mjólk Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Nice place."
United States
Debora G
The price is S$307
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Mjólk Hotel
Exterior

16. Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse Galtafell
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (542 reviews)
"Very nice quaint space that was in walking distance of everything downtown. We would stay here again!"
United States
Cindy
The price is S$378
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Guesthouse Galtafell
Lobby sitting area

17. Hotel Borg by Keahotels

Hotel Borg by Keahotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms and convenient location"
United States
Mairaj
The price is S$475
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Borg by Keahotels
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

18. 100 Iceland Hotel

100 Iceland Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
7.4 out of 10, Good, (404 reviews)
"I'm giving this place a really generous "okay" rating. It's an okay place to stay for short periods of time and if you don't have a ton of luggage. The rooms are pretty"
United States
April
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
100 Iceland Hotel
Breakfast buffet

19. Guesthouse Andrea

Guesthouse Andrea
2.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (395 reviews)
"Breakfast was great. Room was small but did the job. Really convenient location."
Canada
Jonathan
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Guesthouse Andrea
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

20. Center Hotels Laugavegur

Center Hotels Laugavegur
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,366 reviews)
"Great hotel, easy to walk around town. Very helpful, personable front desk staff. Good breakfast to start day."
United States
Karen
The price is S$469
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Center Hotels Laugavegur
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Serves breakfast and happy hour
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
142 reviews
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Living area
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
3,391 reviews
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Down duvets, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Lobby
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
337 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 Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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.

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.

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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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Tún

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

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent
"Helpful staff. Great location. Nice rooms"
Katherine 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

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 Center Hotels Laugavegur.
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 504 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 871 +/- 2 The Settlement Exhibition, Reykjavik City Museums 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 Einar Jonsson Museum or Leifur Eiríksson statue.