Árbær

Reykjavik

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a central street, and a view of the sea and distant mountains.
A river flowing through a grassy landscape with a cloudy sky.
A vintage car in a workshop with tools and equipment on the walls.
A grassy mound with a house in the background.
A room with a piano, a table with a vase of flowers, and a green armchair.

Stay near popular Árbær attractions

Árbær Open Air Museum

8.0/10 (16 reviews)
See what life was like throughout the ages through this open-air museum’s collection of more than 20 historical buildings and a small farm.
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Things to do

Full-Day Golden Circle Tour

Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

$81
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Picture 1 for Activity Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

$74
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

$184
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

$102
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

$257
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

$94
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
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Árbær Hotel Deals

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

3 out of 5
Brautarholt 22-24 Reykjavik
$100 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$118 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and very warm on a cold and snowy night. There are no staff and it is "self serve"; however, they are reachable by telephone and extremely helpful. The bed and linens were super comfortable. Checkout is promptly at 11 am."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Alva Hotel Brautarholt
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2 Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$134 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$155 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"The proximity to downtown was great. The room although getting tired looking was clean. We found the staff both at check in and check out extremely accommodating. The one issue I had was breakfast was definitely not worth the price. The choice and quality was good but it was not worth 100.00 Canadian ..."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
$127 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$151 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
$84 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$101 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (716 reviews)
"We liked the self service and close proximity to everything"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg Reykjavik
$179 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$205 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The furniture is outdated and room is very basic and relatively just call 3-3.5 stars hotel.However, location is convenient next to bus #12 which it helps for any tours you sign up."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28 Reykjavik
$172 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$197 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,113 reviews)
"Viaje familiar."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
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Where to stay in Árbær

Find the best Árbær areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Árbær
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Downtown Reykjavik

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.

A sculpture of intertwined forks by the water at sunset.

Vesturbær

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

Laugardalur

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

A white house with a stone roof, a flagpole, and a grassy lawn.

Tún

If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.

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