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Our top choices for Akranes holiday rentals

A wooden cabin with a metal roof, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a fenced garden area.

1. Hotel Laxarbakki

Hotel Laxarbakki
3.5 star property
Hvalfjarðarsveit
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"Beautiful room, wonderful amenities and everything we needed. Best sleep we had here"
Canada
Alyssa
The price is £135
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hotel Laxarbakki
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a potted plant.

2. Day Dream Vesturgata 17

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
2.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (177 reviews)
"Property is in good location. Quite dated facility and hostel setup. It was clean and fit our family."
Canada
Tom
The price is £158
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a white wardrobe, and artwork on the walls.

3. Downtown Reykjavík Apartments

Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
3.0 star property
Holt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (664 reviews)
"The man on reception was extremely helpful and very keen to assist everyone and ensure they had a good stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
A swimming pool with a glass enclosure, a covered seating area, and a building with large windows.

4. Ice Apartments

Ice Apartments
4.5 star property
Vesturbær
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great place to stay for multiple days. The apartment has pretty much everything."
United States
Fang
The price is £255
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Ice Apartments
A modern kitchen with a black TV, white tiled backsplash, and wooden chairs.

5. ODDSSON Downtown Hotel

ODDSSON Downtown Hotel
3.5 star property
Holt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343 reviews)
"We were very comfortable here."
United States
Jason Wayne
The price is £178
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
ODDSSON Downtown Hotel
A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed with a grey and white checkered bedspread, a small bedside table with a plant, and a radiator.

6. Iceland Comfort Apartments by Heimaleiga

Iceland Comfort Apartments by Heimaleiga
2.5 star property
Kópavogur
7.8 out of 10, Good, (933 reviews)
"It is a nice clean place which is conveniently located near city amenities."
United States
Abdul Hyee
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Iceland Comfort Apartments by Heimaleiga
A hotel room with a bed, a view of the city, a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and crackers.

7. ALVA Apartments Snorrabraut

ALVA Apartments Snorrabraut
2.0 star property
Norðurmýri
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Extremely clean and convenient - our kids loved that it was across the street from a playground."
United States
Elinor
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
ALVA Apartments Snorrabraut
A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a vase with flowers, a kitchen area, and a large window with curtains.

8. Mjólk Hotel

Mjólk Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Room was very spacious, it was a 5 minute walk to the city center"
United States
Mariana
The price is £170
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Mjólk Hotel
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a glass coffee table.

9. Vesturgata

Vesturgata
3.5 star property
Vesturbær
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"The place was clean and everything was good, but nobody told us that the water smelled so bad. We had to go buy bottled water in Iceland, even just to brush our teeth. We only stayed for one night, and we couldn’t shower because the smell of the water was so strong. It would have been helpful to know about this beforehand."
United States
Daniela
The price is £371
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Vesturgata
A modern dining area with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a hanging light fixture.

10. Rey Apartments

Rey Apartments
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,134 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United Kingdom
Soh Young
The price is £222
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Rey Apartments
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a vase with flowers, and a lamp.

11. Black Pearl Luxury Apartments

Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
4.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (758 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jignesh
The price is £296
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
A modern rooftop terrace with a hot tub, a bottle of champagne, and a view of the cityscape.

12. ALVA Apartments Hallveigarstigur

ALVA Apartments Hallveigarstigur
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (165 reviews)
"Location was good."
United States
Charmain
The price is £182
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
ALVA Apartments Hallveigarstigur
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a large window with a city view, and a painting on the wall.

13. Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG

Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG
3.0 star property
Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"it was a good stay there"
United States
alex
The price is £207
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Candlewood Suites Reykjavik by IHG
A modern bedroom with two beds, a large window, and a wooden headboard.

14. Stay Apartments Bolholt

Stay Apartments Bolholt
3.0 star property
Holt
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,298 reviews)
"Very good place, comfortable bed and good space"
Canada
Akina Choi Ping
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay Apartments Bolholt
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a pink ottoman, a black coffee table, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

15. Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,399 reviews)
"Very nice location, everything close and a beautiful place to go."
United States
Yaritza
The price is £240
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a bed, and large windows.

16. Day Dream Grjotagata 4

Day Dream Grjotagata 4
2.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"This was in a very central location, loved it for that. Also enjoyed that there was a fridge and a microwave. It got pretty hot in the room when it was sunny. The shower and pillows were not very clean and the drainwas exceptionally slow. We were able to use the parking which was great!"
United States
Jenelle
The price is £210
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Day Dream Grjotagata 4
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a small desk, and a kitchenette.

17. B18 Apartments

B18 Apartments
3.5 star property
Holt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"Great room with convenient self check-in and check-out. Central location easy to access. The only drawback is there is no designated parking and street parking in the area was challenging to find."
Canada
Morgan
The price is £145
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
B18 Apartments
A bedroom with two beds, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments

Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments
3.0 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (143 reviews)
"The location was great and we appreciated the onsite parking. Cute apartment and very clean. The beds and pillows were excellent. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is £257
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Old Charm Reykjavik Apartments
A neatly made double bed with a grey checkered blanket and pillows, two bedside lamps, and a window with sheer curtains.

19. The Swan House by Heimaleiga

The Swan House by Heimaleiga
3.5 star property
Downtown Reykjavik
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (684 reviews)
"Great location. Simple set up, I did leave something in the room and they were quick to respond but the times I could come by were limited as they don’t have reception."
Canada
Jacqueline
The price is £210
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Swan House by Heimaleiga
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a TV. A large window offers a view of the sea and a distant cityscape.

20. Aurora Nooks

Aurora Nooks
3.0 star property
Kópavogur
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Clean and spacious. Easy parking. The communication was excellent"
United States
Karen
The price is £183
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Aurora Nooks
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Top Akranes Hotel Reviews

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

10/10 Excellent
"The room was beautiful, the location was excellent and the staff were very friendly. Would have been helpful to have been given some information on how to work all the keypads in the room though."
Jill 1-night trip
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Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Find out more about Akranes

Everything you need to know about Akranes holiday rentals

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Frequently asked questions

Are there holiday rentals in Akranes?

Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Akranes, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Akranes is known for its riverfront and seafood restaurants. Make sure you have time to check out the golf courses and monuments during your trip.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Akranes has to offer?

Cozy centrally located Mid-Century Modern 60's villa in Reykjavík: This holiday home rental outside of Akranes offers a fireplace, a balcony and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind.

What can I see and do in Akranes?

Guðlaug Baths and Langisandur are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Other places in town to visit include Akranes Lighthouse and Akranes Folk Museum.

What are holiday rentals like in Akranes?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Akranes. Holiday rentals feature amenities such as hot tubs, fire pits and patios so you'll have a home away from home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel lifts and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great choice for families.