Volcanoes, ice caves, hot springs, Northern Lights, waterfalls, glaciers, spouting geysers. It's hard to imagine all these natural wonders on one island with a population of around 300,000. Iceland's otherworldly landscape is a fitting setting for the Vikings who once inhabited the 'land of ice and fire'. Take a drive around Iceland's ring road in a 4x4 and you'll feel like you're on another planet. One minute you'll be cruising past the tumbling waters of Gullfoss and the next you'll be alongside the eerily beautiful black-sand beach of Vik. Don't leave without taking a dip in a hot spring. If you want to avoid the crowds of the Blue Lagoon, other options include Mývatn in the north and the hot streams of the Reykjadalur valley. The elusive Northern Lights feature on many a bucket list. There's no sure way to see them but it’s more likely during the winter months between September and April. Although it’s a lively city, you can see most of Reykjavik in a couple of days, and it’s secondary to the natural wonders the rest of the island has to offer. Main sights include the towering Hallgrímskirkja Church and the National Museum exhibiting the country's compelling history and culture. As the capital, Reykjavik offers the biggest choice of accommodation with a variety of hostels, hotels and apartments. A number of cosy guesthouses are dotted along the ring road but note that many are closed during the winter months.
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Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,743 reviews
Exceptional · 1,743 reviews
Set in Jökulsárlón, 11 km from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Hótel Jökulsárlón - Glacier Lagoon Hotel offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Superb · 1,005 reviews
Set in Höfn in the South Iceland region, REY Stays - House features a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews
Superb · 1,139 reviews
Set 27 km from Hella and 12 km from Laugaland, Landhotel features a garden, bar and free WiFi. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
Superb · 1,236 reviews
Bjork Guesthouse, a property with a garden, is located in Laugarvatn, 25 km from Thingvellir National Park, 29 km from Geysir, as well as 39 km from Gullfoss Waterfall.
Freya Farm is located in Steinsholt and features a garden. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen...
Guest review
The host is very nice and the breakfast is delicious. We had a wonderful day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Located on the 20th floor of a contemporary glass tower, these stylish penthouse suites are in central Reykjavik and feature panoramic views of the city or sea. Free WiFi is included.
Guest review
Everything was perfect! Very helpful staff, wonderful view, big and comfortable apartment. Good embankment for walking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
ÖÖD Hekla Horizon - Mirror Houses is situated in Hella. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hot tub.
Guest review
Location was amazing. The place was pure luxury, from the beautiful crockery to the soft bedding. Warm and comfy. Staff/Owners were respectful and there if you needed anything at all.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Siglo Hotel by Keahotels in Siglufjörður has 4-star accommodation with a terrace and a bar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as a sauna and a hot tub.
Guest review
cozy accommodation in a top structure, ideally located. The hotel is very well equipped, with all sort of comfort at a very high level. Modern equipment in a design traditionally rooted, easy to use. Very clean, with a particular attention to details. Environmental policy is one of the priorities, well-done!! Really friendly and helpful personnel. The village and the harbor are pearls. Next to a charger for electric cars, few steps to the famous herring museum, the church and the bakery. Highly recommended hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,213 reviews
Welcome to Aurora Lodge Hotel, where adventure awaits! Our complex of 8 charming buildings sits right on the banks of the East Rangá River, just a stone's throw from the Icelandic Route 1 (Ring Road)...
Guest review
Rooms, perfect view, amazing remote location but stores just a short drive away, good breakfast, nice hot tub
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Located in Hvolsvöllur, 16 km from Seljalandsfoss, Skálakot Manor Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Guest review
Far and away the best place we stayed in Iceland (and we stayed in some nice places!) This gorgeous, family-run manor house was full of charm and coziness -- truly nothing anodyne about it. The staff was so lovely and the food was phenomenal. We would return to southern Iceland just to stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Reykjavik Residence combines hotel services with self-catering apartments that offer flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and modern kitchen facilities.
Guest review
If you want to feel nordic cosiness,this hotel provides excellent opportunity,stayed in two different locations and loved both . A bit pricey but totally worth it, highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,398 reviews
Set in Jökulsárlón, 11 km from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Hótel Jökulsárlón - Glacier Lagoon Hotel offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Guest review
Layout, location and restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,743 reviews
Set in Geysir, 100 metres from Geysir, Hotel Geysir offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Guest review
This was our second time to stay in this hotel. Percect location just a few steps from the geysir area. The breakfast is very good with a view to the Strokkur geysir. The rooms are comfortable (good beds, big windows, nice bathroom)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,805 reviews
Located in Akureyri, 32 km from Godafoss Waterfall, Hafdals Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.
Guest review
fabulous views over the harbor and city and of the sky and mountains. room was absolutely silent and the owners were incredibly kind. I would definitely recommend and return.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Featuring a garden, Fjalladýrð Hotel is located in Modrudalur. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk.
Guest review
It’s in an unbelievable paradise, lovely and one of the remotest places in Iceland .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
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