Close to the ocean, cafes, street food, restaurants, museums, deli shops and supermarkets. Two outdoor swimming pools are within walking distance where one can soak in the hot tubs or the steam baths. From our flat is a wonderful walk all the way to Grótta lighthouse where one can gaze at Northern Lights on a clear, still night. The buildup towards Christmas is atmospheric in this darkest time of the year so a cup of cocoa and “kleina” or mulled wine is just what’s needed or a hot dog at the infamous “Bæjarins bestu”. Weather permit up mt. Esja gives a spectacular view over the city of Reykjavik.