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Our top choices for Downtown Reykjavik hotels

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, City View | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mjólk Hotel

Mjólk Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Cancelled reservation last minute. I would be cautious booking this hotel."
United States
Emma
The price is ₩281,569
₩322,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Mjólk Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (511 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 ₩187,001
₩217,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
CityHub Reykjavik
Standard Double Room, Balcony (or view) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

City Center Hotel

City Center Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"Great and very friendly and helpful staff. Nice location. Quiet and very accessible. Enjoyed our stay."
Canada
Ali
The price is ₩232,272
₩267,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
City Center Hotel
Restaurant

Hotel Von

Hotel Von
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location!"
United States
Dewayne
The price is ₩422,292
₩478,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Hotel Von
Panoramic Penthouse | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

EIR Apartments by Heimaleiga

EIR Apartments by Heimaleiga
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"So clean and a stunning view!!!!"
United States
Robert
The price is ₩352,941
₩506,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
EIR Apartments by Heimaleiga
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Guesthouse Sunna

Guesthouse Sunna
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good communication, easy contactless check- in, great location"
United States
sarah
The price is ₩296,990
₩339,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Guesthouse Sunna
Breakfast buffet

Guesthouse Andrea

Guesthouse Andrea
2.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (372 reviews)
"Rooms were great, staff very friendly."
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩140,889
₩166,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Guesthouse Andrea
Hallway

Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse

Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It is a clean and comfortable guest house."
Taiwan
Steven
The price is ₩294,311
₩336,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Reykjavík Rainbow Guesthouse
Lobby

Hotel Fron

Hotel Fron
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,049 reviews)
"Great location, very clean hotel and nice breakfast."
United States
Regina
The price is ₩296,723
₩339,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Hotel Fron
Interior

Vintage Apartment Hotel

Vintage Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"great space lots of shops nearby and places to eat "
United States
Michael
The price is ₩251,389
₩376,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Vintage Apartment Hotel
Double Room, Private Bathroom (Self Check-in) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reykjavik Treasure

Reykjavik Treasure
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 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 ₩386,137
₩438,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Reykjavik Treasure
Exterior

Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse Galtafell
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (526 reviews)
"Great location, helpful host. Very clean and charming."
United States
Kathryn
The price is ₩387,121
₩439,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Guesthouse Galtafell
Property amenity

Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable stay"
Canada
Sneha
The price is ₩527,051
₩594,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Exeter Hotel
Deluxe Apartment | Living area | 30-cm Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Astro Hverfisgata

Astro Hverfisgata
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (27 reviews)
"The only problem was the code to get into the hotel, other than that, it was great. Would stay again."
United States
cynthia
The price is ₩244,532
₩281,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Astro Hverfisgata
Lunch, dinner and brunch served

Apotek Hotel by Keahotels

Apotek Hotel by Keahotels
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Terrific for a solo traveler. My room was comfortable and cozy. The hotel’s location is perfect for walking to the museums and other sites with many cafes and pubs nearby."
United States
Eric
The price is ₩360,734
₩410,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Apotek Hotel by Keahotels
Comfort Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (158 reviews)
"Nice place very comfortable"
United States
Juan
The price is ₩149,601
₩321,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Interior detail

Grettir Guesthouse

Grettir Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
7.8 out of 10, Good, (155 reviews)
"A great place to stay in town! "
United States
Matthew
The price is ₩223,151
₩257,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Grettir Guesthouse
Cozy Apartment Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Astro Apartments

Astro Apartments
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (98 reviews)
"Great location in the heart of the city, easy walking distance to everything. We liked that this room has a separate bedroom and sitting area. Bed was SUPER COMFORTABLE which was a very welcome surprise after all the walking we did during the day. Would absolutely recommend this location and stay there again. Other good things to note- good heating, black out drapes, hair dryer, two different coffee makers and a kettle for tea, good selection of dishes/utensils, pots and pans (although we...
United States
Christina
The price is ₩226,462
₩261,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Astro Apartments
Standard Studio | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Hotel Vera

Hotel Vera
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (337 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and very convenient."
United States
Cheree
The price is ₩247,139
₩336,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Hotel Vera
Premium Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

HH Guesthouse

HH Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (25 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. breakfast included. "
United States
Vallery
The price is ₩322,365
₩367,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
HH Guesthouse
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Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area | LCD TV, heated floors
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
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Kvosin Downtown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
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Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Hverfisgata 53) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

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

Háaleiti

While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

Laugardalur

Just east of Reykjavík's city center, Laugardalur offers various recreational facilities, including the main stadium. Known as "hot spring valley," it's perfect for travelers seeking leisure activities.

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

Vesturbær

Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

A street with a pink bicycle, a yellow bench, and various storefronts.

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 might 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 Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay was great. Fabulous location, great staff, and the room was had just what we needed. I would recommend this place to stay if you are looking for a nice place with parking nearby."
Jennee 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Center Hotels Plaza

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Reykjavik?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Reykjavik's Downtown Reykjavik neighborhood. Be sure to check out 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 traveler 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 cafe. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include CityHub Reykjavik and Center Hotels Laugavegur.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Reykjavik area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Reykjavik, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 509 Downtown Reykjavik hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Reykjavik, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Reykjavik.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Reykjavik?
To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Reykjavik or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Reykjavik neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Einar Jonsson Museum or Leifur Eiríksson statue.