Visit Southern Iceland
Where to stay in Southern Iceland
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.
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 Hofdi House.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vesturbær
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
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.
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Beer garden is pretty good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
Hotel is in an excellent location, right in the heart of Reykjavik with great transport links and easily accessible. Staff on the front desk were warm and welcoming and catered to our needs. The room was clean and spacious, and we were on the 8th floor which had an amazing view over the city. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
The hotel staff was wonderful, they made you feel like royalty. The rooms were nice but noisy. Close to everything in town making it walkable. The only down side was that we prepaid and then had to pay more when we arrived. I don’t mind the money but would rather have paid all at once, one ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Black Beach Suites
Everything was perfect - a great, luxury hotel (better than expected) , amazing views, comfortable beds, full kitchen rooms, bar and laundry seevice! Highly recommended…
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Stayed in one of the off properties and did not know breakfast was available at the main property. Probably my fault. Just know when you book you may be at a different property locally.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Vík Apartments
We saw the Northern Lights from the back window - amazing! Laundry room downstairs worked out conveniently. Great location walking distance from a grocery store too.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
Blue Lagoon
Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.
Black Sand Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Black Sand Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vik I Myrdal. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Skogafoss
Gaze up at the roaring waterfall that marks the point between the coastal highlands and the lowlands reclaimed from the sea.
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.
