Fellskotshestar Guesthouse in Selfoss offers convenient access to Geysir (16km) and Gullfoss waterfall (27km), two iconic Icelandic natural wonders. This one-bedroom guesthouse provides a tranquil garden, terrace, jacuzzi, free parking and Wi-Fi, perfect for a relaxing Icelandic getaway.
8.5 1557 reviews
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavík
hotel, Reykjavík
The Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel is situated in Reykjavík's trendy 101 District, just 800 metres from the Harpa Conference Centre, a striking architectural landmark, and close to the city's main shopping streets and bars. This 4-star hotel receives very good user ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers. The hotel offers a range of modern amenities and features, including a swimming pool, sauna, spa and fitness centre. Guests can also enjoy a restaurant, bar and room service, as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
9.0 613 reviews
Fljótsbakki Hotel
hotel, Godafoss
Fljótsbakki Hotel, a family-run guesthouse, lies 3.8 km from Goðafoss waterfall, offering convenient access to Akureyri, Mývatn, and Húsavík, all within a 30-minute drive. Each of its 19-square-metre rooms features a bedroom, bathroom, and amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making facilities, and a unique 'no shoes' policy.
8.6 943 reviews
Hótel Skálholt In Golden Circle
hotel, Selfoss
Hótel Skálholt is located in Selfoss, a short drive from popular attractions such as Geysir and Gullfoss Waterfall. This 3-star hotel enjoys very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The accommodation offers a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including a restaurant serving local cuisine, a bar, a spa, and a terrace with views of the river and garden. Guests can also enjoy private patios, barbecue facilities, and free parking.
8.5 1863 reviews
Fosshotel Vatnajökull
hotel, Höfn
Fosshótel Vatnajökull is located near Höfn, a 15-minute drive from the town centre and just 1.2 miles from the Ring Road, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding area. This 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of facilities for a comfortable stay, including a restaurant with panoramic views, a bar, and a garden. Guests can enjoy various activities, such as glacier tours, boat trips on the Jokulsarlon lagoon, and guided hikes in Skaftafell National Park.
9.1 3677 reviews
Hotel Kvika
hotel, Ölfus
Hotel Kvika is situated in Ölfus, a tranquil location approximately 48 kilometres from Reykjavík and its attractions such as Hallgrímskirkja Church, the Harpa Concert Hall and the Reykjavík Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation with a range of amenities including a garden, terrace, sauna, and bar, as well as a buffet breakfast and luggage storage.
9.5 492 reviews
Hafdals Hotel
hotel, Akureyri
Hafdals Hotel in Akureyri offers convenient accommodation 6km from Akureyri Airport and 6km from the Hof - Cultural Centre, providing easy access to both. This family-friendly hotel features 24-square-metre rooms with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, fridge, and terrace offering city views; free Wi-Fi and parking are also available.
9.0 2398 reviews
Sel - Hótel Mývatn
hotel, Myvatn
Sel - Hótel Mývatn, a 3-star hotel near Lake Mývatn, offers stunning lake views and is a 2-minute walk from the Skútustaðagígar pseudo-craters, a unique geological formation. This lakeside inn boasts a restaurant, bar, spa, and jacuzzi, plus arranges activities such as jeep safaris and Northern Lights excursions; most rooms include tea/coffee making facilities and work desks.
8.4 3249 reviews
Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
hotel, Reykjavík
The Hotel Leifur Eiriksson is located in central Reykjavík, just a short walk from Hallgrimskirkja Church and Laugavegur Shopping Street, offering easy access to the city's main attractions. This 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers looking for a comfortable and convenient base in the Icelandic capital. The hotel features a range of amenities, including a restaurant, bar, and terrace, as well as free public parking nearby. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city from the upper floors, and the hotel's central location allows easy access to the National Theatre of Iceland and the surrounding cultural scene.
9.8 135 reviews
Sauðá Guesthouse
B&B
This Hvammstangi guesthouse offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, sleeping up to six guests, and is conveniently located near the Icelandic Seal Center. The self-catering property features ample parking and provides a tranquil base for exploring the surrounding area, including seal watching tours and hiking trails.
9.6 263 reviews
Hotel Loa
hotel, Rangárþing eystra
Hotel Loa, a 3-star establishment in Rangárþing eystra, is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk of the Lava Centre, Keldur, and Saga Centre, with Hella Golf Club and the Caves of Hella approximately 15km away. This guesthouse offers free buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi in public areas, free parking, a 24-hour reception, and on-site restaurant, bar, and café facilities.
9.0 3796 reviews
Hotel Klaustur
hotel, Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Hotel Klaustur, a 4-star establishment in Kirkjubæjarklaustur, South Iceland, offers easy access to attractions such as Skaftafell and Reynisfjara black sand beach (approx. 100km), and the Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon and Laki craters (approx. 24km). This guesthouse boasts a restaurant with locally sourced ingredients, a bar, fitness centre, sauna, and electric vehicle charging stations; rooms feature premium amenities and Nespresso machines.
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9.4 1545 reviews
Sand Hotel By Keahotels
hotel, Reykjavík
The Sand Hotel by Keahotels is located on Laugavegur, Reykjavík's main shopping street, just 0.3km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 0.6km from Lækjartorg Square, putting you right in the heart of the city's action. This 4-star hotel has received excellent user ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers. The hotel has a modern design and offers a range of amenities, including a restaurant, bar, terrace, and fitness centre. Guests can enjoy comfortable rooms with flat-screen TVs, fridges, kettles, and private bathrooms, as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
9.0 4516 reviews
Grandi By Center Hotels
hotel, Reykjavík
Grandi by Center Hotels is located in Reykjavík's Grandi district, just 1.8km from the Solfar Sun Voyager, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Reykjavik Old Harbour, and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. This 4-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its location and cleanliness. The hotel offers modern, spacious rooms with private bathrooms and some rooms have balconies with city views. Guests can enjoy amenities like a restaurant, bar, free Wi-Fi, room service, a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, a spa, a fitness centre, a terrace, a sauna, and a jacuzzi.
8.9 690 reviews
Hotel Glymur
hotel, Hvalfjarðarsveit
Hotel Glymur is a 4-star hotel located in Hvalfjarðarsveit, offering direct fjord or mountain views from its rooms and situated 50 kilometres from central Reykjavík. This accommodation provides a family-friendly stay with 26 square meter rooms, featuring a bathroom, complimentary Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant, bar, and outdoor hot tubs, with proximity to hiking, fishing, horse riding, and golf.
9.3 2238 reviews
Hotel Reykjavík Saga
hotel, Reykjavík
Hotel Reykjavík Saga, a 4-star establishment, is conveniently located in central Reykjavík, 1.1 kilometres from the city centre and a 9-minute walk from Hallgrímskirkja Church, offering easy access to attractions such as the Sun Voyager and Harpa Concert Hall. This Reykjavík hotel boasts a fitness centre, garden, terrace, restaurant, and sauna, along with comfortable rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, and complimentary toiletries, plus room service and free WiFi; breakfast options include buffet, Full English/Irish, and American styles.
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8.5 2659 reviews
Stracta Hotel
hotel, Hella
The Stracta Hotel is situated on the Golden Circle in Hella, just 84 kilometres from Gullfoss Waterfall, the Great Geysir and Þingvellir National Park. This four-star hotel offers a range of accommodation options, including self-catering apartments and rooms with private or shared bathroom facilities, some with a private hot tub, as well as a buffet restaurant, bar, swimming pool, spa and fitness centre.
9.9 356 reviews
Trod North (M) Geo Natur Bath, Warm Pool, Garden
apartment
This Laugar guesthouse is situated near Lake Mývatn (30km), Goðafoss waterfall (13km), and within 100km of Dettifoss and Ásbyrgi canyon. The 11-square-metre double room, sleeping two, offers a private bathroom, access to a geothermal swimming pool, garden, and a living room with a fireplace, plus excellent Northern Lights viewing opportunities (mid-August to late April).
8.7 1993 reviews
Hotel ÖRk
hotel, Hveragerði
Hotel Örk is situated in Hveragerði, a town famed for its geothermal activity, just 45 kilometres from Reykjavík and a short distance from the Hveragerði Geothermal Park. The four-star hotel offers a range of amenities including a swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a spa, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and a games room, making it an ideal choice for families and couples seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Iceland.
8.7 1958 reviews
The Greenhouse Hotel
hotel, Hveragerði
The Greenhouse Hotel in Hveragerði enjoys a central location, 65km from Reykjavík, 55km from the Fagradalsfjall volcano and Geysir geothermal area. This 4-star establishment offers 1 bedroom suites with in-room shopping, a swimming pool, fitness centre, and diverse dining options including seven restaurants and a bar within its food hall, alongside Icelandic designer stores and a local food market.
Frequently asked questions about hotels in Iceland
What are the best landmarks to visit in Iceland?
Iceland boasts incredible natural wonders. For iconic landscapes, you absolutely must see the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa; Gullfoss waterfall, a powerful cascade; and Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing geological wonders. Other must-sees include the stunning Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon with its icebergs and the dramatic black sand beaches of Reynisfjara.
What are the most popular 2, 3 and 4-star hotels in Iceland?
Beyond sightseeing, Iceland offers diverse activities. Witness the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) during winter, go glacier hiking on Sólheimajökull glacier, explore ice caves (safely, with a guided tour), relax in the Myvatn Nature Baths, or go whale watching from Húsavík. In summer, consider hiking to the top of a volcano, like Snæfellsjökull.
The best time depends on your priorities. June to August offers long daylight hours, ideal for exploring and hiking. September to May is better for seeing the Northern Lights, but expect shorter days and potentially harsher weather. Shoulder seasons (May-June and September-October) offer a balance, with fewer crowds and potentially better deals.
What are the best family friendly hotels in Iceland?
Which areas are best for spending a week in Iceland?
A week allows for a good exploration of the south coast, including the Golden Circle (Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss), Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, and Skaftafell Nature Reserve. Alternatively, you could focus on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, often called 'Miniature Iceland', for diverse landscapes within a smaller area.
Which parts of Iceland are perfect for a weekend getaway?
The Golden Circle is easily doable in a long weekend, offering a taste of Iceland's geothermal activity, waterfalls, and history. Reykjavik itself offers plenty to see and do for a shorter trip, with museums, art galleries, and a vibrant culinary scene.
Is renting a car recommended for exploring Iceland?
Renting a car is highly recommended, especially if you want to explore beyond Reykjavik. Public transport is available, but limited, particularly outside the capital area. A 4x4 vehicle is advisable for venturing onto F-roads (highland roads) during summer.
What are the best hotels with a swimming pool in Iceland?
Yes, credit cards are widely accepted throughout Iceland, even in smaller towns and rural areas. Debit cards are also generally accepted.
What are the largest airports in Iceland?
Keflavík International Airport (KEF) is the main international airport, serving most flights to and from Iceland. There are also smaller domestic airports, such as Akureyri Airport (AEY) and Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS), useful for domestic flights.
Are there any unwritten rules of behaviour visitors should know about Iceland?
Respect nature – stay on marked paths, don't litter, and be mindful of fragile ecosystems. Also, be aware of the importance of personal space and quiet in public spaces. Learning a few basic Icelandic phrases is appreciated.
What local specialties should you try in Iceland?
Try Icelandic lamb, known for its tender and flavourful meat. Skyr, a thick, creamy dairy product, is a local favourite. Don't miss out on fresh seafood, particularly lobster and cod. For a unique experience, try fermented shark (hákarl), though it's an acquired taste!
Where are the best shopping spots in Iceland?
Reykjavik offers the best shopping opportunities, with a range of boutiques, craft shops, and department stores. Laugavegur is the main shopping street. For unique Icelandic wool products, look for smaller shops around the city and in other towns.
What signature events or festivals take place in Iceland?
The Reykjavik Arts Festival is a major event, showcasing a wide range of artistic performances. The Secret Solstice music festival takes place during the summer solstice, offering unique experiences with concerts in natural settings. Iceland Airwaves is another popular music festival.
What’s the best place in Iceland for mild and comfortable weather?
The south coast generally experiences milder weather than other parts of Iceland, particularly in the summer months. However, Iceland's weather can be unpredictable, so layers are always recommended.
What are the most common travel mistakes tourists make in Iceland?
Underestimating the weather and packing inappropriately is a common mistake. Not booking accommodation or tours in advance, particularly during peak season, is another. Also, overlooking the importance of safety precautions when exploring natural areas can be dangerous.
What are some hidden gems to explore in Iceland?
The Westfjords offer stunning, rugged landscapes with fewer tourists. The less-visited waterfalls of Dynjandi and Hengifoss are worth seeking out. Exploring the highlands with a 4x4 vehicle, when accessible, can reveal breathtaking, remote areas.
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8.5 3297 reviews
Hotel Frón
hotel, Reykjavík
Hotel Frón offers 3-star accommodation on Reykjavík's Laugavegur shopping street, a 0.4km walk from Hallgrímskirkja Church. This Reykjavík hotel provides rooms and apartments, some with fully equipped kitchens, plus a restaurant serving Nordic cuisine, a bar, and 24-hour reception; early breakfast is available from 03:30.
9.0 1517 reviews
Hotel Varmaland
hotel, Varmaland
Hotel Varmaland, in the Varmaland district, is situated 98 kilometres from Reykjavík Domestic Airport. The Hotel Varmaland offer includes a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and fitness centre, alongside on-site dining and free Wi-Fi, plus parking.
9.2 4516 reviews
Hótel Laxá
hotel, Myvatn
Hótel Laxá, a 3-star establishment near Lake Mývatn, offers a peaceful retreat approximately 1.9km from the lake, with Godafoss Waterfall and Krafla Crater a 30-minute drive away and the Mývatn Nature Baths 20 minutes away. This Myvatn hotel provides 18-square-metre rooms with one bedroom and bathroom, featuring modern furnishings, a fitness centre, on-site restaurant and bar, and free Wi-Fi; guests can also enjoy the garden and terrace.
9.4 54 reviews
Skald Hotel Akureyri, Curio Collection By Hilton
hotel, Akureyri
Skald Hotel Akureyri, Curio Collection by Hilton is a 4-star hotel situated just 966 metres from Akureyri Airport and a 7-minute walk from Hof - Cultural Centre and Conference Hall. This establishment offers family-friendly accommodation featuring air conditioning, balconies, and private bathrooms, alongside an on-site restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and 24-hour concierge service.
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9.2 2261 reviews
Hotel Reykjavík Centrum
hotel, Reykjavík
Hotel Reykjavík Centrum is situated on Adalstraeti, one of Reykjavík's oldest streets, just a short walk from the Reykjavík Art Museum, making it a perfect base for exploring the city's cultural attractions. This 4-star hotel receives very good user ratings for its cleanliness, location and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of rooms and studios, all featuring modern décor, fresh bathrooms and hardwood floors. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, bar, and café, as well as a unique Viking exhibition showcasing the ruins discovered beneath the hotel.
9.7 1091 reviews
Hótel Jokulsarlon - Glacier Lagoon Hotel
hotel, Reynivellir
Hótel Jökulsárlón, a 4-star hotel in Reyðarfjörður, boasts convenient proximity to Vatnajökull National Park (1.8km), Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon (12.1km), and Fjallsárlón glacier lake (22.2km). This family-friendly establishment offers guests a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, sauna, jacuzzi, and free Wi-Fi and parking, alongside concierge services.
9.0 1256 reviews
Fosshotel Reykholt
hotel, Reykholt
Fosshotel Reykholt, a 3-star hotel in the Borgarnes district, offers convenient access to the Deildartunguhver hot springs and Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, all within a short driving distance. This guest house provides rooms with private bathrooms, a restaurant serving Icelandic and international cuisine, plus amenities including a spa, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi and parking.
8.4 2178 reviews
Hotel Kea By Keahotels
hotel, Akureyri
Hotel Kea By Keahotels enjoys a central location on Akureyri's main pedestrian street, less than 1.5km from Akureyri Airport and a 5-minute walk from both the Botanical Gardens and Akureyri Church, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, and the Eyjafjörður fjord. This Akureyri guesthouse features bright rooms with satellite TV, in-room tea/coffee making facilities, and a restaurant serving locally-sourced seasonal dishes with an extensive wine list; a fitness centre and room service are also available.