Holt Travel Guide
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.
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.
Hallgrimskirkja
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Reykjavik City Hall
The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.
Top hotels in Holt
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
Clean and well designed. Great communication about check in and check out. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel
What a wonderful hotel! It’s quiet, clean, great location, really comfortable with lovely decor and a cosy lounge seating area downstairs Really friendly and helpful staff too.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Fosshotel Raudara
This is our favorite hotel to stay at when we are in the area. Good location and comfy rooms!
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Aska
The room was upgraded and very clean. The lobby was appealing. I also appreciated that they had luggage storage.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
Hotel Orkin
Great staff, easy check in
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holt
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
While Norðurmýri may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Laugavegur and Laugardalsholl, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja are top sights worth seeing.
