Grafarholt Travel Guide
Reykjavik
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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 Grafarholt
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Very friendly and helpful staff, everyone was super professional. Breakfast was well prepared, clean and fresh food everyday, lots of gluten free choices.Attentive service when we needed anything extra. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
The hotel itself was really good. It was in the city center, within walking distance of most landmarks, and if not, there was really good public transport. The hotel was clean. The view from the window was amazing (I guess it depends on the side of the room, but ours was perfect), and it was really ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Got to be honest, I booked this hotel after seeing the photo of their cakes... they did not disappoint! But it proved an inspired choice... a real gem of a hotel. Perfectly located for shopping and bus stop 9 for tours. Lovely hotel... great breakfast and really good restaurant with excellent food. ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Spacious rooms. Hotel is pretty and staff was great.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was really good, the staff is friendly and service was great.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarholt
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.
Grafarvogur
While Grafarvogur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik Harbour.
Bakkar
While Bakkar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Breidholt
While there might not be top attractions in Breidholt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
