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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

Outdoor spa tub

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (520 reviews)
"Such a great stay! Check in was easy, the place was clean, and perfect for a quick trip to Iceland!!"
United States
Ashley
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
CityHub Reykjavik
Property amenity

Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable stay"
Canada
Sneha
The price is S$542
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Exeter Hotel
Down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Sand Hotel by Keahotels

Sand Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Morgan
The price is S$608
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
Terrace/patio

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,116 reviews)
"Great service, location was perfect for exploring the town."
United States
Skaiste
The price is S$500
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (664 reviews)
"Very comfortable hotel good location within town."
Germany
Sören
The price is S$617
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Center Hotels Laugavegur

Center Hotels Laugavegur
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"I really like how clean the hotel was and how convenient the location was"
United States
Stephanie
The price is S$489
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Indoor spa tub

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,321 reviews)
"The hotel was fantastic and we will be staying here again on our next trip to Reykjavik!"
United States
Elias
The price is S$553
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Lobby

Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,046 reviews)
"Great location, very clean hotel and nice breakfast."
United States
Regina
The price is S$287
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Fron
Restaurant

Hotel Von

Hotel Von
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location!"
United States
Dewayne
The price is S$372
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Hotel Von
View from room

The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION
5.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (668 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, excellent service, and great location."
United States
Jordin
The price is S$1,321
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Reykjavik EDITION
Meeting facility

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel

Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel and service!"
United States
Kangmei
The price is S$597
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

City Center Hotel

City Center Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (730 reviews)
"Great and very friendly and helpful staff. Nice location. Quiet and very accessible. Enjoyed our stay."
Canada
Ali
The price is S$303
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
City Center Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast

Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels

Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Great location."
United States
Joanna
The price is S$508
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Reykjavik Treasure

Reykjavik Treasure
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"The location was super conenient and easy to navigate to/from, the staff were friendly and kind- we would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Beth
The price is S$412
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Reykjavik Treasure
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Fosshotel Barón

Fosshotel Barón
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Mariseth
The price is S$401
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Fosshotel Barón
Lobby lounge

Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,434 reviews)
"It was so central to everything and easy to walk around. Our room faced the square and it was a good view. All of the staff were super friendly. We would stay here again"
United States
Michael
The price is S$462
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Center Hotels Plaza
Desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mjólk Hotel

Mjólk Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Lovely room, great location, easy check-in and check-out. Close to restaurants and shopping. Highly recommend!!"
United States
Nadine
The price is S$307
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Mjólk Hotel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson

Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay, lovely staff! Would highly recommend for any traveller."
Canada
Nicolas
The price is S$363
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
Living area

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,344 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Ibrahim
The price is S$483
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
Lobby lounge

Þingholt by Center Hotels

Þingholt by Center Hotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay here."
United Kingdom
Anna
The price is S$460
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Þingholt by Center Hotels
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Living area
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
730 reviews
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Serves breakfast and happy hour
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Lobby lounge
Student hotel & hostel
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
157 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
664 reviews
View
Down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated, laptop workspace
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

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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Laugardalur

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 Laugardalsholl or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

A marina with various boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a cityscape with buildings.

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 row of white buildings with dark trim and a balcony.

Hlíðar

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

Top Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Reviews

Center Hotels Laugavegur

Center Hotels Laugavegur

10/10 Excellent
"Thought this was a great hotel for the value. Clean and nice rooms. Great location."
Rakhi 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Center Hotels Laugavegur

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 511 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, Reykjavík 871 +/-2 or Reykjavik 871 +/- 2 The Settlement Exhibition 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.