Iceland will leave you in awe with its unspoiled natural landscape, laidback lifestyle, and beautiful architecture. This is the place where ice and fire coexist. You can find volcanic geysers, lava fields and massive glaciers in Iceland. The capital of Iceland, Reykjavík, runs on geothermal energy and it is the home of Saga Museum which exhibits Iceland’s Viking history. In here, you will also find the iconic Hallgrimskirkja church, rotating Perlan glass dome, and the famous Blue Lagoon spa. There are several activities that you can engage in; you will never run out of things to experience and every corner is just picture perfect. There is a small horse rental, northern lights expeditions, and sailing tours on an authentic Iceland Viking ship. The activities are endless and in order for you to stay comfortable, here is a list of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Reykjavík, Iceland.
1. Refurbished flat in Reykjavik center (from USD 129)
This classy and elegant home is suitable for a four-person trip. It has one bedroom with a queen-size bed and a sofa bed with a 50-inch flat-screen television in the open-plan lounge. There is a full kitchen with cooking necessities, utensils, and a coffee maker. The house has one bathroom with a walk-in rain shower and a washroom equipped with a washing machine and a fold-out clothing line to dry your laundry. Reykjavik’s main museums, galleries, and harbor are only a 5- to 20-minute walk from this property.
Refurbished Flat in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential AreaAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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Free on street parking Spacious apartment with great shower comfortable bedReykjavik offered much more space and much greater valueI ended up opening the door to get some cooler air in Pull out bed in living room not very comfortable with just the sheet over all the fold outThe apartment was just as describedWhen I put the down comforter over itCleanliness:
The apartment was clean and inviting UlliThe flat was very cleanProperty was clean & well locatedHost:
Owner was very accommodating and responsiveand he made sure to talk to themthe host was incredibly responsive and helpful After traveling overnight we allowed us to check in earlyThe owner was great with answering questions before we left and also correcting small problems when we were there& I had brought a paper towel with meRead more reviewsLocation:
Great location Walked to restaurantsPerfect location on the edge of downtown Quiet neighborhoodApartment is in a great location where you can walk everywhere in the cityThis flat was in a perfect location to get in and out of the city easilylovely place to stay near everything in downtown Reykjavik
2. Rustic apartment with two bedrooms (from USD 190)
With two bedrooms, this apartment can comfortably host a maximum of five people. Situated in the heart of the city, Felicia’s flat exudes a rustic charm and it has an open-plan kitchen equipped with all of your needs. The living room is equipped with a smart television, free WiFi, and a cozy sofa while the bedrooms have a double bed and twin beds respectively.
Felicia's Flat, Downtown Reykjavik, Great location near Hallgrimskirkja.Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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etc Comfortable flat with everything you needThe parking space was a welcome bonuscomfortable bedding for four a sizeable bathroomThe kitchen had everything you need andThe apartment was large and comfortable There were great bonus amenities like a desktop computer (along with the high speed wifi)Cleanliness:
The apartment was clean and the posted photographs are accurateclean and well maintained very comfy beds and blanketsHost:
We had extra snacks given to us upon arrivalwe received a warm welcome from the lovely hostsThe hosts were lovely as well offering us assistance with small issues in the unit but also suggestions for things to doit was the early hours of the morning when we arrivedcoffee and even a little welcome packageRead more reviewsLocation:
Downhill walk to lots of shoppingEasy walk to cafes shoppingYou are walking distance from some of the best restaurants in the citygrocery store around the corner shops and restaurants down the street a very interesting church just up the streetThe flat is on a street with great restaurants bars and shops
3. Luxurious rental with views of Hallgrímskirkja Church (from USD 411)
This newly renovated apartment emanates a very luxurious vibe because of its interior and furnishing. It has two bedrooms with a king and queen-size bed each and it can comfortably accommodate six guests. The ample living room has a large sofa and a flat-screen television; the host can also provide a foldable single bed upon request. The kitchen is also fully equipped with all the essentials. There is a balcony with unobstructed views of the surrounding and Hallgrímskirkja Church. Einar Jonsson Sculpture Museum and Skólavörðustígur are within close proximity.
Luxury apartment right in front of HallgrimskirkjaAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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The apartment is clean comfortable modern with plenty of amenitiespillows and duvets are super comfyThe only downside was that if you leave the windows open you can hear EVERYTHING that happens on the street belowone decides to take guided toursPlease include in your description that you have a hair dryer May not be important to all but a huge bonus to othersCleanliness:
Location is great and property warm and very clean with plenty of towels and kitchen equipment plus bedsHost:
Kjartan was a great host and made sure everything was perfect for usThe host was very helpful and always a phone call way to helpSo pleasant and easy to work withParking was on site and so easyClean right near everything Exactly as advertisedRead more reviewsLocation:
and it's a fairly busy walking areaThe place is close to bus stop #8 which is super convenient in caseThe apartment is in a excellent location you can walk to the Main Street with tons to restaurants and shopping and more importantly you get a fantastic view of the churchIt's a 5-10 minute walk straight into the heart of the cityWe felt incredibly lucky to have found this place
4. Newly renovated apartment for two (from USD 243)
This newly renovated apartment has an industrial touch and it is designed with some pop art along with a hint of bright colors to exude a homey feel. It has one bedroom with a king-size bed for two people, making this apartment an ideal home for a couple on a trip. The apartment has a television with cable, internet, and other general amenities such as a washing machine and a dryer. The kitchen is also fully equipped and it has a dining area for four people. City Hall, Parliament Square, seafood restaurants, the harbor area, and the geothermal heated outdoor public swimming pool are within walking distance.
Downtown Design Studio ApartmentAccommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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off-street parking are a wonderful Pied-a-terreThis apartment is a large studio with a king size bed good size bathroom and small kitchenthe the bed was sweetThe kitchen is functional with a large refrigeratorbut I had room to spread out comfortable furnitureCleanliness:
The apartment was beautifully decorated clean and had everything we neededThe studio had everything we needed and was really cleanThe space was very clean and had everything we needed for the weekthe apartment is very clean and comfortableThe kitchen are and bathroom were tastefully done and met our needs perfectly dishwasherHost:
Plus he was a great hostThe host was very quick to answer all of my questions and showed us around once we arrivedthe owner was a perfect host warm friendly attentiveSali was a great host Met us upon arrival and was VERY accommodating on our final daySali was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is excellent Dozens of great restaurants within a five minute walkIt is near everything-restaurants-shops-roads to get out and explore this beautiful countryGreat location walk to everything downtownWe were walking distance to great restaurants shopping grocery stores and bus stopIt was also easy to get in and out for our drives to the Golden Circle Blue Lagoon and Vik Sali
Stay cozy in one of these accommodations
Feel at home in this gorgeous country and have a memorable Icelandic experience through these accommodations that are near the tourist spots. Try out the local cuisine, walk around the neighborhood, and be one with the locals to make this trip worthwhile.
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