Holt
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
Laugavegur
Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.
Harpa
The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Hallgrimskirkja
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.
Reykjavik City Hall
The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.
Things to do
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Holt
Fosshotel Raudara
Parking easy across street and room was clean
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026
Hotel Eyja
Great breakfast Free parking Good location
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
Very worth it for its price. Also an easy pick-up location for flybus or tour bus.
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
Hotel Aska
We had to pay for our own transportation. The room was clean, very limited amenities, the staff was not at the location so we needed to call for assistance when we could not open the door with the code. The limited breakfast was hanging on a hook outside of the door in the open. We were not aware ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Stay Apartments Bolholt
Nicely decorated. No luggage space or drawers to put your clothes though. Good Nespresso machine (including coffee pods) but a little short on pots/pans (1 each). Can be noisy at times from neighbours next door or upstairs. Good laundry facilities (including soap). Close to good cafe and supermarket. ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
ODDSSON Downtown Hotel
Kitchen was fully equipped for cooking.
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holt
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
While Norðurmýri may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Theatre of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
