Vesturbær
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.
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Landakotskirkja
Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.
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.
Vesturbær Hotel Deals
Grandi by Center Hotels
Breakfast was wonderful!
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Couldn’t do enough to make you happy and comfortable excellent service and great staff
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
Hotel Local 101
Love the hotel is very convenient to go everywhere. Everything is walking by. The staff was wonderful always fo the best to help me out with anything I needed.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
place is pretty photo accurate and close to a lot of restaurants and bus stops! the tv didn’t work which was a big shame and not a lot of ventilation for the sulfur smell, but overall you get what you pay for. recommended for quick stays but i would not for long term stays
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Very nice experience! Staff is very welcoming and professional. Room feels modern and cozy, has nice views and amenities. Location is right outside downtown easy to get onto freeway. Plenty of parking on hotel. Breakfast is also amazing, you get a variety of delicious options!
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
Location is perfect, the CityHosts are really helpful. Overall perfect place to stay
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Vesturbær
Grandar
While Grandar might 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 Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center.
Downtown Reykjavik
Home to Iceland's national parliament and vibrant nightlife, Reykjavík City Center boasts landmarks like Tjörnin pond, Hallgrímskirkja, and lively Austurstræti and Bankastræti streets.
Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.
Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
