Central hotels · Capital Region · Iceland
We reviewed 107 hotels in Reykjavik and selected the 50 for this page, balancing location, guest ratings, and value.
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City-center comfort
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik hotel with a welcoming bar, helpful staff, and easy access to the harbor and tours.
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Central & well-rated
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik hotel with a highly rated location, a great breakfast buffet, and helpful staff — a 15-minute walk to Laugavegur.
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Good value
Reykjavik
A practical base near Reykjavik's waterfront with solid breakfast and friendly staff, at a reasonable price.
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Wellness & convenience
Reykjavik
A reliable 4-star base with a standout breakfast, free parking, and a wellness centre, just a short ride from central Reykjavik.
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Urban luxury
Reykjavik
Modern 5-star rooms near Laugavegur, with a spa, rooftop bar, and high guest ratings for location and dining.
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City-Centre Classic
Reykjavik
A classic art-deco stay on Reykjavik's main square, with a spa, fitness centre and an unbeatable location.
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Social & central
Reykjavik
A lively social hostel with a great bar, sea views, and a fully stocked kitchen in central Reykjavik.
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Central & Stylish
Reykjavik
A stylish 4-star in Reykjavik 101 with harbour views and a breakfast that guests rave about.
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Central & Comfy
Reykjavik
In the heart of Reykjavik, steps from the old town's bars and restaurants, with a breakfast that earns high marks from guests.
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Spa & city center
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik hotel with a spa, hot tub, and restaurant, just steps from the main shopping street.
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Harbour-side stay
Reykjavik
Rated 8.7 by guests, this harbour-side hotel offers sea views, a spa and easy access to Reykjavik's top sights on foot.
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Top-rated in Reykjavik
Reykjavik
Guest-favourite 4-star in central Reykjavik with a spa, rooftop terrace, and a 10-minute walk to Hallgrimskirkja.
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Central Choice
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik hotel with a solid breakfast and parking, right on the main shopping street.
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Central & cozy
Reykjavik
A 4-star stay on Laugavegur with a rooftop hot tub and breakfast that guests return for.
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Central & polished
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik hotel with a geothermal pool and a restaurant worth booking a table at.
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Central with parking
Reykjavik
Solid 3-star stay with free parking, a praised breakfast, and a central Reykjavik address.
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Nordic charm
Reykjavik
A bohemian 4-star hotel within walking distance of Reykjavik’s top sights, with free parking and a praised breakfast.
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Central & Practical
Reykjavik
A dependable 3-star base a short walk from Laugavegur, with a tour desk and quiet rooms.
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Breakfast favorite
Reykjavik
Guests rave about the breakfast buffet and the mountain views at this 3-star hotel, set a 25-minute walk from Hallgrimskirkja.
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Central Reykjavik design stay
Reykjavik
Design-led rooms in central Reykjavik, close to the main shopping street and a short walk from Old Iceland.
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Harbor views
Reykjavik
Harbor-side hotel with a spa and a breakfast buffet that guests rave about, a short walk from Reykjavik's main shopping street.
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Central & Modern
Reykjavik
A stylish base in Reykjavik with a top-rated location, modern rooms, and breakfast that earns consistent praise.
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Central & Stylish
Reykjavik
Walkable to the harbour and city sights, with a standout breakfast and friendly service.
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City Comfort
Reykjavik
A 3-star stay near the Sun Voyager with praised breakfasts and a walkable centre.
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Spa retreat
Reykjavik
A well-priced spa hotel with a standout breakfast, friendly staff, and a location that puts you minutes from Laugardalur and the botanical garden.
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Spa & nature
Reykjavik
A well-rated hotel near nature, with a spa, indoor pool, and a breakfast that guests praise.
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Central & Historic
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik stay with a standout breakfast and a basement longhouse museum — great for walkers and history buffs.
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Central & Friendly
Reykjavik
A well-located Reykjavik base with a standout breakfast and staff who go out of their way to help.
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Central design stay
Reykjavik
A designer hotel on Laugavegur with a breakfast guests rave about, steps from Hallgrimskirkja.
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Bus Terminal Base
Reykjavik
Budget-friendly hostel next to the bus terminal with a sociable lounge, clean dorms, and easy access to tour pick-ups.
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Central & comfortable
Reykjavik
On Reykjavik's main street, a 4-star stay with a hearty breakfast and easy access to sights.
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Harbor-side and stylish
Reykjavik
A harbor-front hotel with quirky design, sea views, and a buzzing bar – ideal for walkers and nightlife lovers.
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Guest favourite
Reykjavik
A modern 3-star with mountain views, free parking and a staff that guests remember.
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Central Boutique
Reykjavik
A short stroll from Hallgrimskirkja, this 50-room boutique hotel pairs a central location with soundproofed rooms and a bar-lounge area.
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Central & Well-Rated
Reykjavik
Central Reykjavik stay with high location score and praised breakfast.
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Central & Social
Reykjavik
A lively, eco-conscious hostel in the city center with live music, karaoke, and a rooftop terrace – excellent value from £39.
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Central & practical
Reykjavik
Centrally located 3-star with a 9/10 location rating and easy access to Reykjavik's main street.
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Central & Stylish
Reykjavik
A central Reykjavik stay with a chic pharmacy-turned-hotel design and a breakfast guests rave about.
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Design-led central stay
Reykjavik
A stylish, central Reykjavik hotel with a loyal following for its design, breakfast, and staff.
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Art hotel
Reykjavik
Art-filled stays in central Reykjavik with a celebrated restaurant and free parking.
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Central & comfortable
Reykjavik
In the heart of Reykjavik's shopping street, with helpful staff and a good breakfast.
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Central & Boutique
Reykjavik
Perfectly placed in Reykjavik 101, this boutique hotel wins on location and attentive staff.
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Central & Apartment-Style
Reykjavik
Apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes in the heart of Reykjavik 101, steps from Harpa Concert Hall.
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Good value
Reykjavik
A clean, welcoming hotel with a central-yet-quiet location and staff that go out of their way to help.
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Central & Spacious
Reykjavik Aparthotel
Spacious, modern suites with kitchens and balconies, steps from Reykjavik's harbour and old town.
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Central & Modern
Reykjavik
A central base for exploring Reykjavik, with modern rooms and a location score of 9/10.
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Great value
Reykjavik
A clean, modern stay with free parking and friendly staff, minutes from Kringlan Mall.
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Central & Contemporary
Reykjavik
Modern, well-rated hotel steps from Reykjavik's main streets, with comfortable beds and breakfast favorites.
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Central & simple
Reykjavik
Steps from Hallgrimskirkja and a short walk to Laugavegur, this smoke-free 3-star offers clean rooms and a helpful front desk.
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Central & Friendly
Reykjavik Guest house
A friendly, central guesthouse just steps from Hallgrimskirkja, with clean rooms and a handy shared kitchen.
Map & live prices by our partner
Downtown Reykjavik is compact and walkable, with most hotels within a 10 to 15-minute stroll of Laugavegur, the main shopping and dining street, and Hallgrimskirkja. Choices range from budget 3-star properties like Hotel Fron and Skuggi Hotel, starting around 20,539 ISK, to a cluster of 4-star options such as Exeter Hotel and Alda Hotel Reykjavik, which sit closer to the water or directly on Laugavegur. For the top of the range, The Reykjavik Edition offers a 5-star experience with a spa and rooftop bar.
Nightly rates for central hotels on this page range from about 20,539 ISK at Hotel Fron to 148,571 ISK at the top end, with a typical price around 32,000 ISK. Cheaper 3-star options are available, while 4-star properties with spas or harbour views sit higher.
For first-time visitors, staying near Laugavegur or the old harbour puts most sights within walking distance. Areas like Grandi offer a quieter, waterfront feel, while staying near Hallgrimskirkja gives quick access to the church's tower views and the streets around it.
Yes. You can take the Flybus or Airport Express from Keflavik International Airport directly to the central bus terminal in Reykjavik, which is within walking distance of most hotels on this page. The journey takes about 45 minutes.
Reykjavik's central hotels cluster around two poles: the old city center with its compact grid of streets around Laugavegur and Austurvöllur, and the waterfront along the old harbour and Grandi. Staying central here means being within a 10 to 15-minute walk of most sights — Hallgrimskirkja, the Harpa concert hall, and the main shopping street are all close at hand. The trade-off is that street parking is scarce, so several central properties, like Hotel Fron and Skuggi Hotel, advertise free parking as a perk.
Prices reflect the location: you can find a 3-star room from around 20,539 ISK at Hotel Fron, while at the upper end, The Reykjavik Edition commands rates above 104,000 ISK for its 5-star polish and rooftop bar. What unites the set is the emphasis on breakfast — a full Icelandic-style buffet is a near-universal feature, praised in reviews for nearly every property. Whether you want a harbor view, a design-forward stay on Laugavegur, or a classic 4-star with a spa, the center offers a genuine range in a surprisingly walkable city.
This collection suits travellers who want to be in the middle of Reykjavik's culture, dining, and nightlife, where a car is a bother and a good breakfast is essential. If you arrive late or have a very early flight, look at airport hotels instead. For those watching their budget, the cheap and budget hotels or hostels pages offer a more economical base, while travellers wanting a specific level of comfort should consult the 3 star or 4 star hotels pages.