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Apartment with Ocean View, Downtown Reykjavik

Family-friendly apartment with kitchen, steps from Reykjavik Harbour

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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4699.7 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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RVK, Capital Region
  • Place, Reykjavik Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Apartment with Ocean View, Downtown Reykjavik

If you want the best location in Reykjavík, this is it — right downtown, a short walk to the Old Harbor and the city’s top restaurants, yet genuinely quiet at night.
Rated 9.8/10 by guests, with self check-in, fast Wi-Fi, and everything you need for a smooth stay.

You are truly in the heart of Reykjavík — steps from the waterfront, museums, galleries, shopping, cafés, and the city’s best restaurants and bars. Everything important downtown is within easy walking distance, yet the apartment itself is calm at night, so you can sleep well (a rare advantage in the city center). Simply put: it doesn’t get more convenient than this.

The Apartment

Bright, warm, and thoughtfully equipped for a comfortable stay:
• 1 bedroom
• Cozy living room with a comfortable sofa bed and Smart TV
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and coffee machine
• Bathroom with bath/shower and complimentary toiletries
• Fast, reliable Wi-Fi
• Self check-in for easy arrival
• Quiet at night (no loud street noise)

Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or a small family — whether you’re here for concerts, culture, food, nightlife, or using Reykjavík as your base for day tours around Iceland.

Nearby Highlights (Approx.)

Hallgrímskirkja Church (1.3 km)
Sun Voyager (1.2 km)
Perlan / The Pearl (2.7 km)
Reykjavík Domestic Airport (about 2 km)

Easy Airport Transfer

Flybus pickup is about a 1-minute walk away, with direct service to and from Keflavík International Airport.

What Guests Say (9.8/10)

“Exceptional apartment… one of the best.”
“Wonderful flat in the heart of Reykjavík.”
“Unbeatable location — you can walk anywhere.”

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Sea view
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Reykjavik

Located in Vesturbær, a neighbourhood in Reykjavik, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Reykjavik City Museums and Landakotskirkja are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching and Reykjavík Maritime Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool and Sundhollin. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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RVK, Capital Region

What's nearby

  • Reykjavik Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Laugavegur - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harpa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Kock - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sæta Svínið - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sægreifinn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fjallkonan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Harbour House - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Apartment with Ocean View, Downtown Reykjavik pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Apartment with Ocean View, Downtown Reykjavik?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apartment with Ocean View, Downtown Reykjavik?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Apartment with Ocean View, Downtown Reykjavik located?

This family-friendly Reykjavik apartment building is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching and Reykjavik Harbour. Laugavegur and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location in downtown Reykjavík, easy access to everything. The apartment is comfortable and fully equipped. We had a wonderful time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

dagbjort m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is perfect and the apartment very comfortable. We will be back in May.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tommy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice condo in the downtown area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location - the best view! Lovely place to stay. Clean and comfortable! Walkable to everywhere in Reykjavik. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment, location, and communication - I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect. Coffee on the covered deck overlooking the harbor was a treat even on a cool rainy day. The description was right on. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to downtown. Walking distance to everything. Very clean and had all amenities listed. Would recommend to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A refined, modern apartment in the perfect location in Reykjavik. Inga is a superb host, and is responsive, professional, and considerate. The apartment is within minutes of excellent food, shopping, tours, several city and tour bus stops. We had a faboulous stay here, and hope this property is available for our next trip to Iceland!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Cozy apt, easy access to everything and great view, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location and Accommodation

Everything about this stay was amazing. We had the best time. We didn’t have a car so it was the perfect location. The place was very comfortable and nice as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No problems with Check-in and Wi-fi access. Kitchen facilities were adequate for our needs. Conveniently located to neighborhood restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Iceland Vacation

This rental was right by the harbour and very convenient for our visit in Reykjavik before we boarded our cruise ship. The rental was perfect for our group of 4!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! There is no on-site parking, but we were able to unload our items and use the elevator to the apartment. Parking is on the street where you can find it. Very clean property with beautiful view of the harbour. Close to everything. Loved you were within walking distance to everything. Would stay here again if we are ever in Iceland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was perfectly located with a beautiful view! All of the essentials are provided and the host was very responsive to any questions we had. Finding parking was not an issue either and relatively inexpensive. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful apartment in Reykjavik. The location was great, extremely clean and well stocked, it had a beautiful view, and Inga was so helpful with any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment. Had everything be needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
My first experience using VRBO. The apartment was okay, and the communication was okay. What was not fine was a 10am check out (standard check out everywhere is 11am) and all the absurd fees after the stay, totaling 600 on a three night stay, including 200 for sleeping on the couch (!?!) What a rip off and a sad end to an otherwise nice stay in Reykjavik. I enjoy taking layovers in Reykjavik, but I wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lcfhammer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This place was very nice and clean. Was in a great location for a short visit to Reykjavik.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Trixie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Apartment needs a dryer. Better/clearer instruction for trash drop at end of stay is advisable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip - Mother and Daughters

Perfect place to stay! Great location and well maintained. We had a fantastic time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home away from home!

Our stay in Reykjavik was made so much more special due to this wonderful spot. Easy walking everywhere and a beautiful view!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We loved the place and the host was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Condo in Perfect Location

We really enjoyed our short stay. The location is perfect and the condo has everything you will need. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay!

Clean & comfortable apartment which is ideal for exploring Reykjavík. Plenty of nearby parking if you have a rental car. Size was fine for family of 4. Interesting views out over the harbour.Great stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Chase O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Good Stay

Review
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Inga Oddsson

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We’re experienced hosts and we keep things simple and reliable: professional cleaning, clear instructions, and fast communication. If you need anything during your stay, we’re easy to reach and happy to help.

Why they chose this property

Downtown Reykjavík is the best base for a first visit (or a short winter trip) because you can do everything on foot. You’re steps from the Old Harbor, great cafés and restaurants, shops, museums, and Harpa — and it’s still easy to reach tours and pick-up points. The area has energy during the day and beautiful light by the water, especially at sunrise and sunset.

What makes this property unique

The view and the location: you’re right by the Old Harbor with a beautiful ocean outlook, yet close to everything downtown. The apartment is bright, comfortable, and fully equipped for real living — a perfect Reykjavík base for couples, solo travelers, or a small family.

Languages:

English, Russian

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