Grandar
Reykjavik
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene 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.
Things to do
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Grandar Hotel Deals
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Room was spacious, very clean and comfortable. Great location, especially for booked tours - bus stop #12 was right outside the hotel. Great restaurant and bar.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
Nice staff and breakfast.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was great
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Absolutely amazing hotel, staff were lovely and the location is ideal. Everything walkable distance and only a few mins walk to local bus stops for airport or excursion trips. Room was spacious and clean and loved the hotels facilities. Would definitely come again!
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Good location. Easy and safe walk to Reykjavik city centre. Tours/Flybus pick up and drop off from directly outside the hotel. The hotel itself is lovely and clean. Great choice at the buffet breakfast and the restaurant food is delicious
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean, spacious room. Great amenities. And a cat!
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Grandar
Vesturbær
Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.
Downtown Reykjavik
Home to Iceland's national parliament and vibrant nightlife, Reykjavík City Center boasts landmarks like Tjörnin pond, Hallgrímskirkja, and lively Austurstræti and Bankastræti streets.
Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
