North Iceland
Gorgeous sweeps of river and pastures surround Keldudalur and its batch of apartments and small houses kitted out with TVs, fully equipped kitchens and a…
Must-see hotels in North Iceland
North Iceland
Camping inside the park boundaries is strictly limited to the official campsites at Ásbyrgi and Vesturdalur (plus Dettifoss for hikers only). Vesturdalur…
North Iceland
If the sound of pounding water puts you to sleep, a night in the (overpriced) rooms of sunny yellow Fosshóll, next to Goðafoss falls, might be for you…
Akureyri
With 200-plus rooms, this vast summer hotel in the local boarding school is not somewhere you’ll feel the personal touch. The newer wing is modern with…
North Iceland
One of two HI hostels on tranquil, remote rural properties in the area (owned by the same family; the other is called Berg and is well-liked) – both are…
North Iceland
In an appealing setting near the river, Glaðheimar has camping and an assortment of self-contained cottages sleeping up to six people (larger cottages…
North Iceland
A country hotel behind an unpromising exterior (in a former boarding school), Skúlagarður offers a warm welcome, plus compact, modern, overpriced en suite…
Akureyri
Bright, well-maintained rooms at this cheerful yellow-and-white villa are in a good central location, and the prices are reasonable. There is a second…
North Iceland
Legend has it that Marlene Dietrich once stayed at this simple boutique hotel, which dates from 1884. The individually decorated rooms blend period…
Akureyri
This friendly, well-run hostel is a 15-minute walk north of the centre and has a TV lounge and two kitchens in the main house (rooms all have TV), a…
Akureyri
Akureyri’s largest year-round hotel (104 rooms) and popular with groups, super-central Kea has business-style rooms with good facilities (including…
Akureyri
This central site is popular for its location, not its charm. It has a washing machine, small dining area and showers (500kr), plus a car-free policy …
North Iceland
Next to the sports ground at the north end of town, this well-maintained spot has washing machines and limited cooking facilities, but not nearly enough…
North Iceland
Modern guesthouse with good kitchen-dining area, a hot-pot, and large balconies for birdwatching; dinner is available on request. There are decent…
North Iceland
Updated rooms are found at this friendly small hotel, just uphill from the town's hub. Its restaurant (open mid-May to mid-September) is one of the best…
North Iceland
Hótel Norðurljós is the town’s 'fanciest' accommodation (ie it's the only one with private bathrooms). Under new management, the rather bland hotel is…
North Iceland
An excellent choice, this homey and welcoming guesthouse is on a residential street in the town centre. Rooms are well kept, and there’s a guest kitchen,…
North Iceland
This is the only in-town budget option, and its 21 beds are popular. There are bunk-filled dorm rooms and a couple of private rooms (which include linen),…
North Iceland
At the Grand-Inn Bar on the main street, the '& Bed' part of the equation is 10 budget beds in five rooms in the building adjacent to the bar. There's a…
Akureyri
Compact, well-equipped rooms are found at this boutique-style hotel, under friendly, service-minded family ownership. Front rooms have water views, back…
North Iceland
Follow the stairs up through the trapdoor at cosy Gullsól to find teeny-tiny rooms perched above the island’s gift shop-cafe (which opens in conjunction…
North Iceland
At Reykjaskóli, barely a cluster of houses 13km north of Staðarskáli, Sæberg HI Hostel is a peaceful little place with hot-pots, cottages and sprawling…
North Iceland
This basic guesthouse near the church has petite rooms with TV and tasteful decor. There’s also a spacious guest kitchen and TV lounge, and a good…
North Iceland
A homely guesthouse run by the friendly owner of Kaupfélagið Raufarhöfn, where breakfast is served. There's a full kitchen and living space, and lovely…
North Iceland
A friendly in-town hotel open year-round with an on-site restaurant (open to all), a pleasant lounge area, and rooms with and without private bathroom…
Akureyri
This decent guesthouse has a variety of bed options: dorm, rooms with shared bathroom, suite with private bathroom, family-sized apartment. Kitchen access…
North Iceland
A boutique-y option in a former fish factory above the harbour. Fresh, modern rooms are a good size (some come with bunks, for families), but summer…
North Iceland
Follow the signs from Hotel Varmahlíð to reach this secluded, sheltered campground above the town, near hiking trails.
North Iceland
At Reykir, not far from Grettislaug pool, this cosy timber house has decent rooms with shared bathrooms and kitchen.
North Iceland
Rent a room or the whole house on this lush farm, beautifully situated under the stone pinnacle of Hraundrangi. Shared kitchen and living room.
North Iceland
Signed off the main road in the southern part of town, this small campground is by the local swimming pool and sports centre.
North Iceland
Good campsite with views of the fjord and town below. Follow Miðbraut north and turn left at the school.
North Iceland
The campsite beside the swimming pool is a bit barren and treeless, but has decent facilities.
North Iceland
This main-street guesthouse has bright, appealing rooms, plus guest lounge and kitchen.
North Iceland
Fresh, neat rooms are on offer at this simple hotel close to the heart of town.
North Iceland
This huge blue portacabin offers 30 very basic budget rooms with shared bathroom and kitchen. There's little by way of atmosphere or charm. Sleeping-bag…
