When is the best time to go to Bakkar?

The best time to visit Bakkar is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is at its mildest and the days are long. During this period, you'll experience the famous Midnight Sun, where daylight extends late into the evening, sometimes even through the night. This allows for more time to explore the city and its surroundings without feeling rushed. Temperatures are typically comfortable, ranging from 10°C to 15°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, sightseeing, and boat tours. This time of year is great for families, as the milder weather makes it easier to enjoy attractions like the Laugardalslaug geothermal pool or the Reykjavík Zoo and Family Park. Couples will also appreciate the long evenings for romantic strolls along the waterfront or enjoying dinner with a view. For those interested in whale watching, summer is also peak season, with various species frequenting the Faxaflói Bay just off the coast.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Bakkar hotel for you.

How much is the nightly rate at a Bakkar hotel?

Hotel prices in Bakkar often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

10 Best Hotels in Bakkar, Reykjavik for 2026

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1. ASKA Heiðmörk

2 km from Bakkar

Abraham

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Corner Apartment with View | Living area

2. Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga

1.8 km from Bakkar

Mark

CA $309 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

3. 201 Hotel

3 km from Bakkar

PARAG J

CA $248 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

4. Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga

1.9 km from Bakkar

Shawn

CA $338 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

5. Hotel Kriunes - A city hotel by the lake

2.8 km from Bakkar

sholom

CA $438 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Standard Triple Room (with Free Parking)

6. Hótel Ísland Comfort

2.9 km from Bakkar

Meena

CA $261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

7. Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

Háaleiti, 4.3 km from Bakkar

Patricia

CA $334 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

8. Hotel Ísland - Spa & Wellness Hotel

Háaleiti, 4.2 km from Bakkar

Randy

CA $316 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

9. Hotel Viking

7.6 km from Bakkar

Brandy

CA $229 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | View from room

10. Hotel Cabin

Laugardalur, 5.2 km from Bakkar

Eric

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

11. Aska Hraun

6.2 km from Bakkar

Guiyong

CA $234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

12. Alva Hotel Brautarholt

Holt, 5.1 km from Bakkar

Sharon

CA $252 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

13. ODDSSON Midtown Hotel

Háaleiti, 3.3 km from Bakkar

Shirish

CA $372 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

14. Hotel Lotus

Háaleiti, 4.3 km from Bakkar

Claire

CA $397 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

15. Nordurey Hotel City Garden

Teigar, 5 km from Bakkar

Winston

CA $305 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

16. Hotel Orkin

Holt, 4.9 km from Bakkar

Amalendu

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

17. Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Teigar, 4.8 km from Bakkar

Roger

CA $457 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

18. Storm Hotel by Keahotels

Tún, 5.6 km from Bakkar

Lisa

CA $358 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Family Room with Private Hot Tub and Sauna - Self Check-in

19. Fisherman's Village

10.2 km from Bakkar

Deanna

CA $252 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

20. CityHub Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik, 6.2 km from Bakkar

Dan Donna

CA $206 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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Where to stay in Bakkar

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A town with colorful houses, a church, and a mountain in the background.

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.

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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.

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A marina with various boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a cityscape with buildings.

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.

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A street with colorful buildings, including a Scandinavian restaurant and a juice bar.

Holt

While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A row of white buildings with dark trim and a balcony.

Hlíðar

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

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Top Bakkar Hotel Reviews

The Reykjavik EDITION

10/10 Excellent

"Great walkable location nearby to restaurants (food hall with multiple restaurants across the walkway outside the hotel’s main doors) and shopping. Also, the concert hall was a 5 min walk away, which also had a bus stop to easily catch any buses/shuttles to booked activities. Overall, it was a great location, tidy and well kept hotel with superb customer service."

Grandi by Center Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"The Grandi gets a 10/10 on every aspect that I consider during hotel research. The one consideration that one might take a second look at is location. While my wife and I are avid walkers, the distance you will find yourself from city central, the Harp and the most famous church in Iceland may give you pause. We walked to all of sights we wanted to see. Other may need to incur the cost of a cab or take the time to figure out their extensive bus system It was not an issue for us, because we always us the Hop On, Hop Off bus lines in all of our city travels."

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

10/10 Excellent

"This is. a great hotel to choose when visiting Reykjavík. My room was super quiet , welcomed after a long flight. The upgrade to king bed and the two free bar drinks was a nice touch. The front guest staff were. Super. Helpful when I ran into trouble working the many conveniences in the room. The included breakfast is excellent, so many selections and so welcomed when you are trying to be ready for early tours. Downtown was a bit more walk than I sensed when booking but if you choose the seaside route you see so many attractions along the way,"

Hotels in Bakkar, Reykjavik

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Our top choices for Bakkar hotels

1. ASKA Heiðmörk

2. Blue Mountain Apartments by Heimaleiga

3. 201 Hotel

4. Icelandic Apartments by Heimaleiga

5. Hotel Kriunes - A city hotel by the lake

6. Hótel Ísland Comfort

7. Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

8. Hotel Ísland - Spa & Wellness Hotel

9. Hotel Viking

10. Hotel Cabin

11. Aska Hraun

12. Alva Hotel Brautarholt

13. ODDSSON Midtown Hotel

14. Hotel Lotus

15. Nordurey Hotel City Garden

16. Hotel Orkin

17. Hotel Reykjavík Grand

18. Storm Hotel by Keahotels

19. Fisherman's Village

20. CityHub Reykjavik

Where to stay in Bakkar

Downtown Reykjavik

Háaleiti

Vesturbær

Holt

Hlíðar

Top Bakkar Hotel Reviews

The Reykjavik EDITION

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