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, 1,872 reviews
Exceptional · 1,872 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, 1,061 reviews
Superb · 1,061 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, 1,169 reviews
Superb · 1,169 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.
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
Jon and his family provided a most warm welcome throughout our stay. The room was of an exceptionally high standard, as was the breakfast. He also brought us to see an absolutely beautiful ravine out on his farm.
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: The staff, the location, view, breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 361 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
Its a beautiful hotel in a beautiful environment. This year we could also try the hot-tub, this made the stay even more complete.
The staff and owners are very friendly.
We will comeback for sure for the third time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 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
Nice hotel at the harbour, with a big hot tub overlooking the fjord and surrounding mountains. The decor of the hotel is cozy but stylish. Staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk into the door. There is a nice bar and a comfy lounge overlooking the water. Sunna, the restaurant within the hotel serves fantastic food, probably the best we had in Iceland. While you're here, do visit the herring era museum, which is just across the road.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,206 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
It's a beautiful aesthetic property. Clean and accommodating with all facilities available for us. The views are amazing, and you are living inside a natures playground.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 110 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
Cozy and beautiful. Full of details, quiet and with a beautiful landscape, gives you a incredible experience. The breakfast is also really nice and tasteful. The staff is amazing, all the time helpful, always available to help and guide.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 344 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
Definitely a memorable experience and would even dare to say, a mandatory stop on your Icelandic roadtrip. Not only was the breakfast the best food we had in Iceland with a great variety of fresh dishes, the location of the hotel is unique (our room had a view to the lush green mountains that are incredibly scenic), the staff was extremely kind and attentive (with a special shout out to the Portuguese gentleman) and facilities makes you stay for a longer period of time (i.e., Spa, thermal baths, ice showers and relaxation rooms overlooking the glaciers and giving an great sense of calmness and relaxation). In short, a highlight of our trip to Iceland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,872 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, 1,742 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
A gem in the middle of nowhere, over the top, worth every single euro spent. Definitely the most genuine accommodation you can find in Iceland, surrounded by sheep, dogs, and their pet reindeer. The restaurant is as sublime as the place itself.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
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