Title: Visit Garðabær: 2026 Travel Guide for Garðabær, Capital Region | Expedia.com [Hotels in Garðabær](https://expedia.com/Garabr-Hotels.d553248635975854555.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Garðabær](https://expedia.com/Garabr-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975854555.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Garðabær](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Garabr.d553248635975854555.Car-Rental-Guide)[Garðabær Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Garabr.d553248635975854555.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Garðabær ## Travel Guide ![Aerial of Hafnarfjordur and Reykjavik city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854555/1de885b9-1e6c-41a8-8272-806ff7f0d146.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial of Hafnarfjordur and Reykjavik city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854555/1de885b9-1e6c-41a8-8272-806ff7f0d146.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial of Hafnarfjordur town in the lava](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854555/992c20f9-a11d-4911-bb55-61b3291431a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Blick über den See Elliðavatn im Naturschutz- und Naherholungsgebiet Heiðmörk nach Garðabær unweit der Hauptstadt Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854555/ee328616-056e-41f2-8615-5eef8a302516.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Spring is here 👍🏻🇮🇸☀️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854555/18e3d72a-aff7-4446-aa19-65d2f6a4d059.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Garðabær Things to do - Garðabær Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Garðabær ![Fisherman's Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12670000/12667800/12667760/ad994d96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fisherman's Village Hlidsvegur 1 Garðabær $116 nightly $137 total Feb 21 - Feb 22 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Garðabær. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Very clean room with beautiful views. Spacious bathroom, large shower, comfortable bed and included a mini fridge. Would love to stay again! Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F21%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026&selected=12667760&PinnedHotelID=12667760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975854555) ![Center Hotels Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1379300/1379245/e01fc18c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Center Hotels Plaza Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik $157 nightly $180 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,440 reviews) Clean room, friendly staff Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=1379245&PinnedHotelID=1379245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975854555) ![Grandi by Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45670000/45668900/45668818/b1a57485_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grandi by Center Hotels Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik $179 nightly $205 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,433 reviews) We had a great stay! Our room was spacious and just what we needed as a family of 4 when coming back each evening after travelling Reykjavík and surrounding areas. Staff were always friendly and helpful. We had a really great stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=45668818&PinnedHotelID=45668818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975854555) [See all 1,384 properties in Garðabær](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F7%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026®ionId=553248635975854555) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Quality and Peaceful Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100217400/100217345/fc193336_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality and Peaceful Villa Garðabær Capital Region Stay at this vacation home in Garðabær. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) This property gave me and my friends the space we needed after traveling together so long. 2 toilets are life saver and rooms were big and clean. I would rent this place out with my family and friends again. Reviewed on Sep 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Garabr-Hotels-Quality-And-Peaceful-Villa.h100217345.Hotel-Information) ![Reykjavik Residence Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4099900/4099809/658fb6cf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Reykjavik Residence Hotel Vatnsstígur 2 Reykjavik Capital Region Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,187 reviews) Room was perfect and the service was excellent. Wish we stayed longer. The contactless check in was really handy and convenient. Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-Hotels-Reykjavik-Residence-Hotel.h4099809.Hotel-Information) ![Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70540000/70539200/70539172/w2880h1618x0y0-c6705b0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels Þingholtsstræti 2 Reykjavik Capital Region Book a stay at this spa apartment in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews) Very clean. Well equipped. Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-Hotels-Ingholt-Apartments-From-Center-Hotels.h70539172.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Garðabær](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975854555&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Garðabær hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975854555&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975854555&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975854555&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975854555&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975854555&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975854555&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Kopavogur and Gardabaer Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Garðabær at Kopavogur and Gardabaer Golf Club. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Kopavogur-And-Gardabaer-Golf-Club-Garabr.d6250453.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bessastadir Learn about the local history of Alftanes with a stop at Bessastadir. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Bessastadir-Garabr.d6279586.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gerðarsafn Art Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gerðarsafn Art Museum during your travels in Garðabær. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Gerarsafn-Art-Museum-Garabr.d553248621533099091.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/514985/0a6b16fc-aa06-415d-908b-f206b4e841b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets $255 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/golden-circle.a514985.activity-details) ![Small Group Northern Lights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/522186/1e52a727-9c28-4f12-8336-94ff8da0c87c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Northern Lights Tour $101 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-northern-lights-tour.a522186.activity-details) ![Whale Watching ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1082357/14a3c5b8-28eb-4a2d-b45e-a62f85445499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik $98 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-with-professional-guide-from-reykjavik.a1082357.activity-details) ![Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/503678/e5cd41f4-0e9d-45be-babd-7b8f685bc034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik $285 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/katla-ice-cave-south-coast-day-tour-from-reykjavik.a503678.activity-details) ![Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1132362/35b38f71-69b6-4e87-a659-1f489e42f161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos $166 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/northern-lights-small-group-tour-with-hot-chocolate-photos.a1132362.activity-details) ![Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48235228/f5137dc5-4776-4850-b83e-0cc149a81326.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens $28 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/reykjavik-multi-sensory-art-installation-chromo-sapiens.a48235228.activity-details) [See all activities in Garðabær](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Garabr.d553248635975854555.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Garðabær ![Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054688/58efd8c3-31f0-4143-ae44-907159775fcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Reykjavik ![Hafnarfjordur, Iceland. One of the many churches in Reykjavik area during twilight blue hour.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054933/a2ce68f1-ac82-469a-bfeb-80c14841450b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hafnarfjordur ![Beautiful super wide-angle aerial view of Reykjavik, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084321/d479a038-39c5-4590-bb69-9d1a71187abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kópavogur ![Mountain range and presidents residence building in remote setting at sunset, Bessastadir, Alftanes, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6280405/e8e58f9e-cae1-46e5-af25-3ec6c8155325.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alftanes - Cities near Garðabær - Places of interest [Reykjavik](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik.dx6054688)[Hafnarfjordur](https://expedia.com/Hafnarfjordur.dx6054933)[Kópavogur](https://expedia.com/Kopavogur.dx6084321)[Alftanes](https://expedia.com/Alftanes.dx6280405) - [Kopavogur and Gardabaer Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Kopavogur-And-Gardabaer-Golf-Club-Garabr.d6250453.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bessastadir ](https://expedia.com/Bessastadir-Garabr.d6279586.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gerðarsafn Art Museum ](https://expedia.com/Gerarsafn-Art-Museum-Garabr.d553248621533099091.Vacation-Attraction) - [Oddur Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Oddur-Golf-Club-Garabr.d6250459.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reykjavik Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-Harbour-Vesturbr.d6062509.Vacation-Attraction) - [Laugavegur ](https://expedia.com/Laugavegur-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6355675.Vacation-Attraction) - [Harpa ](https://expedia.com/Harpa-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6250435.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Iceland ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Iceland-Vesturbr.d6062461.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hallgrimskirkja ](https://expedia.com/Hallgrimskirkja-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062455.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sky Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Sky-Lagoon-Kopavogur.d685924105468862464.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reykjavik City Hall ](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-City-Hall-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062473.Vacation-Attraction) - [Perlan ](https://expedia.com/Perlan-Reykjavik.d6062465.Vacation-Attraction) - [Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool ](https://expedia.com/Laugardalslaug-Geothermal-Pool-Laugardalur.d6205724.Vacation-Attraction) - [Viking Village ](https://expedia.com/Viking-Village-Hafnarfjordur.d6279583.Vacation-Attraction) - [Iceland Phallological Museum ](https://expedia.com/Iceland-Phallological-Museum-Downtown-Reykjavik.d553248621532494863.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Museum of Iceland ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Iceland-Reykjavik.d6062459.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reykjavík Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-Cathedral-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062471.Vacation-Attraction) - [Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching ](https://expedia.com/Elding-Reykjavik-Whale-Watching-Vesturbr.d6205374.Vacation-Attraction) - [Parliament House ](https://expedia.com/Parliament-House-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062469.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reykjavik Pond ](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-Pond-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062487.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skalafell Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/Skalafell-Ski-Area-Reykjavik.d6131472.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reykjavik City Museums ](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik-City-Museums-Iceland.d6205265.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reykjadalur Valley ](https://expedia.com/Reykjadalur-Valley-Sveitarfelagid-Olfus.d6297101.Vacation-Attraction) - [Landakotskirkja ](https://expedia.com/Landakotskirkja-Vesturbr.d6102072.Vacation-Attraction) - [Viking World Museum ](https://expedia.com/Viking-World-Museum-Reykjanesbr.d6223042.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grotta Lighthouse ](https://expedia.com/Grotta-Lighthouse-Seltjarnarnes.d6062497.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nesjavellir ](https://expedia.com/Nesjavellir-Selfoss.d6062507.Vacation-Attraction) - [Giantess Cave ](https://expedia.com/Giantess-Cave-Reykjanesbr.d553248635976867217.Vacation-Attraction) - [Oskjuhlid Hill ](https://expedia.com/Oskjuhlid-Hill-Reykjavik.d6297779.Vacation-Attraction) - [Geothermal Area of Krysuvik ](https://expedia.com/Geothermal-Area-Of-Krysuvik-Hafnarfjordur.d6250651.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kringlan Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.com/Kringlan-Shopping-Mall-Haaleiti.d6062503.Vacation-Attraction) - [Geothermal park ](https://expedia.com/Geothermal-Park-Hveragerdi.d553248621533098927.Vacation-Attraction)