Though much of Iceland grounds to a complete halt outside of the summer (which runs from June to the end of August), Reykjavik is active all year long. Generally, it’s probably not as cold as you might think. Summer temperatures average 10C, while winter days might climb to -1C. Christmas offers some wonderful lightshows and the city gets into the spirit of things…but be warned, by this time there’s only two hours of light per day!
In the quiet grounds of the University of Iceland, this modern high-rise hotel is less than 500m from the city centre. Providing modern facilities, such as cable TV and internet, rooms are decorated in traditional Scandinavian style. Guests can enjoy stunning views from the rooftop restaurant after getting a full body massage at the onsite spa.
Built in 2007, this new eight-storey hotel is situated in the quiet ministry district and is a short distance from the centre of Reykjavik and its main shopping street, Laugavegur. The 104 guestrooms have modern Nordic décor, and all include private bathrooms, climate control and refreshments.
This gracious 1930s hotel, restored to its original Art Deco style in 2006, is located in the centre of Reykjavik, 100m from the cathedral and parliament. Guests can enjoy fine French cuisine, and there is also a café/bar. The 56 guestrooms have custom-made furniture and fittings with amenities including flatscreen satellite televisions.
This hotel features 25 guestrooms, all of which have simple, bright decor, and include cable television, internet connections, bathrobes and tea and coffee making facilities. Staff can also assist with planning and booking excursions.
Housed in a renovated printing factory, this boutique hotel is located in downtown Reykjavik. Live music is performed nightly at CenterHotel Thingholt's chic basement jazz club, and the restaurant serves Asian-French fusion dishes. Rooms are light and airy.
A small island which holds Iceland’s oldest building, Videy’s tranquil and established way of life is enhanced by the breathtaking coastline that features numerous caves, sea birds and basalt columns.
The idea for these domes could have come straight from a Bond movie. They are unique for two reasons.
1) They’re submerged in water.
2) Inside is a restaurant. So you can eat and relax while totally surrounded by water!
Thermal pools are all the rage in Iceland at the moment, and this lagoon is renowned for its skin revitalising properties. Simply sit, socialise a little and let the liquids do their work. Other nearby lagoons can help with arthritis, eczema and asthma.
See the impressive rural side to Reykjavik here as you trundle along one of Reykjanesfolkvangur’s many walking trails (which offer great views of the Rekyjanes peninsula). This area is part of a natural reserve that protects the impressive rock formations, and there are also steam holes nearby too.
Originally built in Norway, this wooden house has welcomed Ronald Reagan, Mikhail Gorbachev and Winston Churchill, amongst others.
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