Holt
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.
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
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.
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
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Holt Hotel Deals
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
I consider it only so so.the Juice was terrible, they should have scramble eggs, not only hard boil eggs.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel
Perfect
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hotel Aska
Clean, spacious room. Only downside was advertised on Expedia as having king sized bed but was actually a double bed.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Fosshotel Raudara
This is our favorite hotel to stay at when we are in the area. Good location and comfy rooms!
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
Rooms were clean and self check in was convenient for late arrival / early departure.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Brim hotel
Great location and within walking distance of a lot of stuff! Only complaint is the room was slightly dirty upon arrival. The housekeeping left behind used cleaning towels, a glove IN the toilet bowl, and the shower had stuff from the previous people left behind. We did get breakfast down the street ...
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holt
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.
Teigar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Teigar and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
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.
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.
