Árbær Travel Guide
Reykjavik





Stay near popular Árbær attractions
Things to do

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Guided Golden Circle Tour & Langjökull Snowmobiling Experience

Golden Circle Iceland: Ultimate Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Ultimate Iceland Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Árbær

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
"The rooms are really nice. Didn't care for the open shower in the bathroom. No curtains, no tub, just a shower head. Water would get all over the entire floor, not the best design. The breakfast buffet was ok, cold food and overpriced but Iceland is VERY expensive (but very pretty)."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Center Hotels Plaza
"The issue was they gave us a room which looked like an attic with slanted ceiling hitting our heads in the bedroom and bathroom area. Access to these rooms are terrible. The bathroom had a tub which sat right below the slanted ceiling and we had to be hunchback of Notre Dame the whole time. Taking ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
"Very positive experience for a non-typical hotel stay. Staff on site were amazing. Room was as advertised - small, unusual, comfy. I would recommend for anyone wanting a bit more space to book a TV suite - they look/feel considerably larger for only small amount of extra $$ (even if you don't want ..."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Grandi by Center Hotels
"Could not cool the room down. No vanity in the bathroom. Staff were great."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Miðgarður by Center Hotels
"Greatvplace to stay. The room on the 5th floor have a great view, and had all in-room amenities one would expect. The front desk staff in particular was super friendly and helpful. Due to big tour groups breakfast was a little crowded, but the staft still managed to refill everything expediently. ..."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Fosshotel Reykjavik
"Hotel breakfast was excellent with lots of fresh pastries, fruit, hot entrees, and coffee/tea. Something for everyone."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Árbær

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

Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Laugardalsholl and Kringlan Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.

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.

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

















