Hotels in Reykjavik

Reykjavik Introduction

Reykjavik is a mysterious and intriguing city, rich in Neolithic culture, natural geological attractions and fascinating traditions. Combat the chill of Icelandic weather with a dive into one of the city’s natural hot pools, before hitting a museum or art gallery to discover Iceland’s unique history. Food lovers will be right at home, whether you want simple international cuisine or to challenge your taste buds with hákarl, a fermented shark meat that’s best washed down with schnapps. Overall, Reykjavik is a wonderfully diverse city, where the bustling streets give way to an awe-inspiring volcanic landscape.

Hotels in Reykjavik

With so many hotels in Reykjavik, you’ll have no trouble finding accommodation that suits your style and budget. Luxury hotels in Reykjavik are designed with exclusivity in mind, and boast lavish rooms complete with designer linens, spa services, and fine-dining restaurants. Mid-range hotels in Reykjavik have great amenities, too, such as fitness centres, bars and adjoining rooms that are perfect for travelling families. Even this somewhat expensive city has a choice of well-appointed discount hotels. They typically have a fantastic central location, and you can always expect a comfy stay and essentials like free WiFi.

In the last hour, the most popular choices were:

• Eyvindarholt Guesthouse has been booked 5 times; click Eyvindarholt Guesthouse for more info.
• SJF Villa with hot tub and mountain view has been booked 5 times; click SJF Villa with hot tub and mountain view for more info.
• Town House has been booked 5 times; click Town House for more info.

Where to stay

Most of the hotels in Reykjavik are located in the city centre; it’s here that you’ll find the majority of museums and restaurants, as well as the shopping street of Laugavegur for a spot of retail therapy. If you prefer staying in a quieter area, look to the western district of Vesturbær. As a largely residential district, most of the hotels here are apartment rentals or B&Bs, and it’s only a short walk or bus ride into the centre of town. The eastern districts of Laugardalur and Háaleiti are home to a mix of hotels that are well-suited to families.

Things to see

The city is renowned for its diverse architecture, and nowhere shows off its modern side as well as the spellbinding Harpa concert hall. Completed in 2011, it’s mirrored facade sparkles in the daytime sun and is lit up at night in purple hues that dance across the surface of the water. A year-long schedule of events includes performances by the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, as well as major international music stars. Not far from the heart of Reykjavik, the Laugardalslaug is a geothermal pool that’s part leisure facility and part therapeutic spa. On the coldest of winter days, the pool is all but obscured by the haze of rising mist as the hot water meets the crisp air. Reykjavik has plenty of fantastic art museums and galleries to explore, too, such as Hafnarhús, which displays a range of contemporary artwork from both local and international artists.

How to get to Reykjavik

Most people visiting Reykjavik will be flying into the island’s international airport, Keflavik Airport. From here, it’s just 45 minutes by road to Reykjavik. To make the short journey you can hire a car (which will come in handy for the rest of your stay in Iceland) or use the regular bus service. If you’re travelling from elsewhere in Iceland, there is also a small domestic airport (Reykjavik Airport) close to the city. Once you’ve made your way to your Reykjavik hotel, you’ll find it’s easy to get around the city by foot.