The South
A wonderful place if you have the kids in tow, Vatnsholt is located about 16km southeast of Selfoss, just 8km off the Ring Road. Here you’ll find over 30…
Must-see hotels in Iceland
East Iceland
Located in the centre of ‘town’ (we use that term lightly), Hótel Bláfell has smart monochrome rooms (some timber-lined), a sauna and a superb guest…
North Iceland
Highland farm Grímsstaðir lies 28km south of Dettifoss near the junction with the Ring Road. An old farmhouse contains sleeping-bag accommodation (per…
The South
This simple hotel-restaurant complex is the last outpost (and last petrol) before heading into the Highlands. Rooms are austere for the high prices, but…
Seyðisfjörður
Cosy, view-enriched dining and lounge areas are the standout feature of Harbour Hostel, found a little out of town past the Bláa Kirkjan. The thin-walled…
The South
The 20-bed hut at Fimmvörðuskáli, sitting at an altitude of 1000m on the pass between Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull, lies 600m west of the main trail…
East Iceland
This friendly hotel is impressive for a village of this size. It’s been around awhile (the original building was brought in pieces from Copenhagen in 1906…
Arnarstapi Center Hotel & Cottages
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
This brand-new hotel and cluster of cottages sprawls in the centre of Arnarstapi. Modern rooms have sleek bathrooms, and cottages are equipped with a…
The Westfjords
At the head of Önundarfjörður, a turn-off marked Kirkjuból (not to be confused with a nearby guesthouse of the same name) leads 5km down rough Rte 627 to…
The South
This stand of seven cosy wooden cottages sits within sight of Dyrhólaey in a pastoral area south of the Ring Road, with mountain and ocean views. Each…
Southeast Iceland
A perfect pit stop for families about 32km from Höfn, Hólmur offers very well-priced farmhouse accommodation (ask about sleeping-bag rates for extra…
North Iceland
A cluster of nine cookie-cutter cottages found by the campground. Each is petite but fully self-contained with bathroom, kitchenette and TV, and can sleep…
The South
This inn’s namesake, Anna, wrote books about her worldwide voyages – and her descendants’ country hotel upholds her passion for travel, with seven sweetly…
The South
As you head up the Þjórsá valley, this hotel complex sits just off Rte 30, 17km before Árnes. Forty-two rooms include large, modern doubles with crisp…
Reykjavík
Seven refined suites in two restored historical houses expand the nearby Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Marina offerings into the luxury accommodation market…
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Vegamót means 'crossroads', and that's exactly where you'll find this sustainably operated hotel, cafe and restaurant. Simple, clean rooms have private…
East Iceland
The town's best option demonstrates that Icelanders have yet to find a building they couldn't convert into a guesthouse! This was a supermarket, and now…
The South
Stracta is one of the new breed of Iceland's higher-end tourist hotels. Rooms range from modern, comfortable doubles to studios with microwaves and…
The South
At this friendly place by the park, choose between camping, doubles in two-room cabins with shared kitchen and bathroom, or a full summer house with…
North Iceland
Camping inside the park boundaries is strictly limited to the official campsites at Ásbyrgi and Vesturdalur, plus Dettifoss for hikers only. The large,…
Southeast Iceland
Höfn’s business-class hotel is often busy with tour groups in summer. Nicely renovated rooms feature on-trend furnishings, and views are knockout – you’ll…
West Iceland
This hotel on the northern side of Hvalfjörður, near Saurbær, is a cache of contemporary amenities, from double-decker 'executive doubles' with giant…
The South
Formerly named Hótel Edinborg (and still signposted that way on the main road), this tall, tin-clad farmhouse has inviting wood-floored rooms with comfy…
North Iceland
About 15km east of Akureyri along Rte 1, this family-run property offers Nordic simplicity in its minimalist rooms, a huge dining space and breathtaking…
The Westfjords
A heritage-themed revamp of Bjarkalundur's public rooms reflect its status as the oldest summer hotel in Iceland. Now dark green walls frame polished wood…
The South
Set along the river, just south of the Ring Road, Árhús has a cluster of cottages (from a simple room to a complete cabin with kitchenette and bathroom),…
The Golden Circle
Sólheimar Eco-Village is a collection of homes and greenhouses utilising ecologically sound practices. The two guesthouses in the village offer clean…
The South
This seven-room hotel, 11.5km west of Vík, plays with a volcano motif in its decor: floors are made from a mosaic of pebbles, and candles glow throughout…
Southeast Iceland
A newcomer to the area, Lilja has a striking, modern building housing smart 'delux' rooms – some with fab glacier views – plus an older building that…
The Westfjords
The clean cube-like lines of Núpur Sólvellir are set slightly back from the shore of Dýrafjörður. Contemporary, open-plan rooms have expansive mountain…
Reykjavík
Spacious, easygoing Scandinavian chic makes this Hilton an effortless stay: amenities include 24-hour room service, gym, spa, bar and gourmet restaurant…
The South
This hulking hotel favoured by tour groups has rather plain rooms, but offers family-friendly amenities: sauna, nine-hole golf course, billiards, and an…
The Westfjords
Einarshúsið is a turn-of-the-century heritage home near the harbour, and the best place to eat and sleep rolled into one.The eight lovely rooms are…
The South
This architecturally interesting hotel has 12 small, eclectic rooms with quirky antiques, some with hill views. From the garden you can see Eyjafjöll…
Southeast Iceland
A (relatively) well-priced and photogenic option: small, red cottages are spread over a brilliant-green backdrop on this working sheep farm, 7km west of…
Southeast Iceland
This upmarket chain hotel, 14km northwest of Höfn, recently grew from 26 to 66 rooms. The modern timber-and-concrete extension was smartly done, with blue…
Akureyri
Supremely placed in the town's heart, this backpackers has a chilled travellers' vibe and a popular bar. Rooms spread over three floors: four- to eight…
The Golden Circle
Many of the good, simple rooms in this modern, converted schoolhouse have excellent lake and mountain views. A particularly unusual feature is the full…
Southeast Iceland
In a dramatic Ring Road location, at the foot of mountains about 3km east of the Höfn turn-off (a total of 9km from town), Dynjandi is a small and cosy…
Reykjanes Peninsula
The most bling sleeping option in town has gold-coloured fittings, a particularly gaudy reception area, and serviceable, central rooms, some with ocean…
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