Skjol Travel Guide
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Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Breakfast was okay. Dinner was great. The room was very warm. For me that’s perfect. For my husband, not so much. The lobby is gorgeous. And the hot water smells like sulfur.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
It is small and low-frills, but warm, clean, and comfortable. The staff are friendly and helpful. Great for single travelers.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Location is very good for bus tour pickup and dropoff. Hotel is by Bus Stop 12. Restaurants and points of interest are within 3 km radius. Staff were very helpful and courteous
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
We stayed with this business last year and they were super accommodating. I wanted to stay again this year and while we were unable to be put in the same apartment the one we were in was nice as well.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels
Great room, very comfortable and spacious
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
ODDSSON Downtown Hotel
Location is great especially if you have a car. There is free parking which is great. It’s a nice a fantastic bakery which is handy and near all the motorways for easy daily day trips. Kitchen was great and while small very useful. We had a king bed and twin and they were cozy with the right firmness. ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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 lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich 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.
