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, 1,923 reviews
Exceptional · 1,923 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, 1,020 reviews
Superb · 1,020 reviews
Nordic Hostel is well located in the centre of Reykjavík, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,075 reviews
Superb · 1,075 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.
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 fitted with a flat-screen TV.
Guest review
Everything was great – we were very happy with our stay. We chose the farm because of its location, on the way to the Landmannalaugar.
The rooms and bathrooms were clean, and the surrounding countryside was beautiful. The owner was kind, welcoming, and attentive. He offered us a tour of the farm, which includes a stunning canyon and a herd of horses we were allowed to pet.
Staying at the farm was a wonderful choice – we’d be happy to come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Located in Iðunnarstaðir, 43 km from Thingvellir National Park, Basalt Hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.
Guest review
the hotel was prefect located for our trip. the place is amazing in all aspects. the view, the comfortable rooms, the price, the hot-tub outside, the dining room with the view, and the team which was kind and very open for requests. Breakfast was quite basic but good enough for all of us! my wife and 4 kids climbed on the mountain in front of the hotel for morning astonishing adventure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 954 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
The view is amazing, on the 13th floor with a great view directly East (remember that the sun). We've seen the sunrise when eating breakfast in the room.
The bed is very big and the place is walking distance to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Hofsstadir - Country Hotel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Hofstaðir. The hotel features both free WiFi and free private parking.
Guest review
this hotel is immersed in nature and has beautiful views. rooms are large and equipped with all you need. hotel staff is very nice and friendly and helpful too. and what about their food. great dinner in the evenings to complete the day with their small but mouth watering menu, and breakfast in the morning was the best i had during my 12 days in Iceland. Highly recommended. Would love to be there again :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 649 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
Amazing vistas and the houses had everything we needed!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 120 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
It was amazing! Super cute hotel, the hot tub was very nice, the rooms were amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,213 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, 338 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
Amazing kitchen with great dinner, great service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,923 reviews
Located in Akureyri, 32 km from Godafoss Waterfall, Hafdals Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.
Guest review
Great hotel on a hill with a stunning view of Akureyri. The rooms were spacious and cozy, with comfortable beds and great amenities. The staff were friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
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