Iceland gay club

The staff is super-friendly, and there is a decent selection of draft and bottled beers.

Hotel Holt Gallery Bar

This gorgeous bar hidden in the Hotel Holt is an old-school gem that invites you in and tempts you never to leave. Visit for happy hour between 16-19 each day, and prices for the Kaldi beers drop to almost acceptable levels.

Apotek

The restaurant Apotek Kitchen + Bar is located on the ground floor at Apotek Hotel.

Reykjavík embraces diversity, and hate crimes are extremely rare. Inside contains a collection of more than two hundred penises and penile parts belonging to almost all the land and sea mammals that can be found in

Iceland – including that of a human. Here are some practical tips to ensure you have a fantastic time.

1. Timing is Key: Icelandic nightlife typically starts late.

   If you’re adventurous, you can visit during the winter in the off-season for a completely different experience, though still worthwhile given the opportunities to see the Northern Lights, beautiful winter landscapes, and participate in outdoor winter activities. Local art covers this lifestyle property; there is a 24-hour fitness center with cardio machines, weights and yoga mats, a coffee shop, bar and restaurant with expert chefs and locally inspired menus.

   Hotel Holt ☆☆☆☆

   An established and well-known luxury hotel in the heart of Reykjavik.

   The whales are most abundant in summer.

   I went on the 3 hour whale watching trip with Elding.

   Gay-Friendly Spots and Inclusive Venues

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   Beyond the explicitly gay venues, many of Reykjavík's bars and clubs maintain a genuinely inclusive atmosphere, welcoming everyone.

   More than just a hostel, at KEX, you will find a variety of dorms and private rooms along with a restaurant and bar, lounge area, heated outdoor patio, tourist information desk, laundry room, old school gym, guest kitchens, meeting room, free WiFi, and more.

   Gay Nightlife in Reykjavik

   While there is no doubt Reykjavik is one of the world’s most gay-friendly destinations, the Reykjavik gay scene is hard to find since most gay people no longer feel the need to segregate themselves in gay bars.

   The following gay-friendly and gay hotels in Reykjavik are only the most popular with gay travelers, but there are hundreds of other hotels in Reykjavik if you don’t find quite what you are looking for.

   To be clear, however, there are no exclusively gay hotels in Reykjavik like you might find in Key West, Maspolamas, Puerto Vallarta or Palm Springs.

   Though pretty much any bar in town is totally gay-welcoming, this is where you can connect with other members of the LGBTQ+ community.

   Bravó – A little bar with friendly and fun staff. The museum regularly exhibits works by three of Iceland’s most renowned artists, Erró, Kjarval, and Ásmundur Sveinsson, as well as established and emerging current artists.

   Golden Circle

   Take a full-day tour of Iceland’s iconic Golden Circle.

   

   Unlike other types of power production, the waters are completely safe and actually therapeutic.

   Frequently Asked Questions

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   Is Reykjavík generally safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?

   Absolutely.

   It leads the pack and ranks among the top places for LGBTQ+ equality and legal protections. Every other Friday, Pink Iceland organizes a free concert at their office, opening their doors to Pink guests, the local community and anyone interested in listening to queer and queer-friendly artists. This lovely hotel is a former office building and wonderfully combines messy bohemian style and unstructured maximalism with this modern, more gritty environment.

   The façade is painted in bright rainbow colors, so you can’t miss it. Read our comprehensive Reykjavík nightlife safety tips for a secure experience.

2. Respect Local Culture: Icelanders are generally very polite and welcoming. Reykjavík's gay scene is integrated within the general city center, particularly around Laugavegur and its side streets.

   We believe queer nightlife deserves our support – but even if they didn’t, you’d find us here as Kiki has the best music in town and really competitive drink prices… though newly-opened Curious is giving them a run for their money. 

   Curious

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