Háaleiti
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 fascinating museums 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 Háaleiti
Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels
Hótel Múli
The staff is very pleasant and helpful. The breakfast included with the room was pretty good,as good as you can expect for a buffet type dining experience. The hotel is clean and neat and close to things you want to see in Reykjavík. we were quite happy with our choice.
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
ODDSSON Midtown Hotel
The room was really nice and spacious. Breakfast was amazing. I never got the check in email so we were scrambling trying to get the code for the garage and the room. We got lucky we found a woman to help us. Other than that, we had a great time here
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
The rooms were not modern and looked very basic. Toiletries have been cut back with no access to housekeeping easily
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Hotel Ísland - Spa & Wellness Hotel
The hotel spa and evening restaurant was very pleasant. Staff in the main restaurant and spa lovely, though younger members may need training. Delivered wrong drinks and brought the bread with the soup after the meal was served but were very apologetic and lovely. Food was excellent, Staff in the ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026
Arctic Comfort Hotel
Very good very nice
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Háaleiti
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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 Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
