Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland and its largest city. It is very spread out in suburbs but if you book a Reykjavík city centre (center) apartment, you will find that you are at the hub of things. In the centre of the city there is a lake which is a great place to visit if you are staying with children in a holiday apartment in Reykjavík. Local people and tourists alike go there to feed the many waterbirds that live on the lake, attracted there because warm water from the geothermal springs keep it ice free all year. You may well find that your Reykjavík serviced accommodation is also heated using this naturally hot water – almost all buildings in the city are heated this way and it is the largest system in the world.

Many people think that Iceland is always covered with snow, but in fact staying in a Reykjavík holiday rental you may be surprised to find that the cold is not that bitter at all. Sunshine hours are few in winter of course, but there are correspondingly longer days in summer, but the gulf stream keeps it from being excessively cold. There is a lot of rain and wind, so be prepared with coats and umbrellas. As well as the weather, you may be treated to volcanic eruptions nearby – a serviced apartment in Reykjavík will certainly keep you in touch with the elements.

Anyone staying in an apartment rental in Reykjavík must make a point of visiting the Culture House, the national museum of Iceland. Some of Iceland’s most important documents – the Edda sagas – are exhibited here in the original manuscript as well as many other artifacts important to the city and the country. There is a fascinating open air museum in Reykjavík, the Árbæjarsafn, but be careful if planning a trip here when you are staying in a Reykjavík aparthotel or holiday accommodation, as the opening hours are limited in winter and the winter season is from September 1 to May 31 due to the short days.

Eating out is exciting when staying in Reykjavík apartment rentals; with restaurants of every kind. If you like to try the local dishes, there are many Icelandic restaurants and bars to choose from – look on the menu for Icelandic meat soup or the various seafood specialities. Cafes often become bars by night and the nightlife that you will enjoy when staying in a Reykjavík short stay apartment will probably be a surprise. Beer is pricey in Reykjavík and many people drink before they go out for the evening, so bars are open until very late – or very early the next day, depending on your point of view!

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home.  With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Reykjavik city centre (center).

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