North Iceland
A slice of guesthouse nirvana, Skjaldarvík lies in a bucolic farm setting 6km north of Akureyri. It’s owned by a young family and features quirky design…
Must-see hotels in North Iceland
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North Iceland
Fjalladýrð is the name of the tourist service at Möðrudalur farm, and it has a wide array of excellent accommodation spread over various buildings and…
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North Iceland
Located 3km south of Húsavík is this spectacular spread-out settlement of cosy timber cottages that all feel like grandpa’s log cabin in the woods (but…
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North Iceland
This fabulous seaside guesthouse is hands down Blönduós' finest option. It's a stylish retreat run by welcoming locals with a fine food pedigree …
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North Iceland
Three brand-new cute-as-a-button cottages share fabulous views over the canyon at Ásbyrgi. A charming local family has built them on their farm on the…
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North Iceland
There's an unexpected touch of the Mediterranean at this outstanding property 6km east of Akureyri along Rte 1. Its whitewashed buildings and delightful…
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North Iceland
Soak up the tranquil seafront ambience at this unique, well-hidden guesthouse. The turn-off is about 11km northeast of Húsavík; you then travel 2.5km…
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North Iceland
Get away from it all at these boutique cottages on a remote sheep farm 14km southwest of Þórshöfn. Farmers Siggi and Hildur have kitted out the rooms in…
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Akureyri
This awesome mini-village of modern studios and houses is perfect for a few days’ R&R. The houses may be better equipped than your own back home: three…
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North Iceland
Just north of the turn-off to Selárdalslaug, about 9km north of Vopnafjörður township, is this welcoming riverside option. It's a cosy, family-friendly…
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North Iceland
Australian Vicki moved to town in 2010 and took it upon herself to restore the old post office opposite the church. The two resulting one-bedroom…
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Akureyri
This high-class hotel showcases Icelandic designers and artists within its fresh, white-and-caramel-toned decor; rooms are compact but well designed…
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North Iceland
The wow factor delights at this former school en route to Hjalteyri's harbour. It's been renovated to house three double rooms and four apartments of…
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North Iceland
In a unique position at the head of Skagafjörður, roughly equidistant (20km to 25km) from Sauðárkrókur, Varmahlíð and Hofsós, this high-end guesthouse…
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North Iceland
Perched on the hill above Varmahlíð, this cluster of seven high-quality self-contained timber cottages has good views, comfy rooms and a very inviting…
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North Iceland
This 1903 heritage house has a pretty stream and the town park as neighbours. Spacious, spotless rooms are spread over three levels – those on the ground…
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North Iceland
Just south of Hvítserkur, or 30km north of the Ring Road on gravel, is Ósar, one of Iceland’s most serene farm hostels thanks to friendly owner Knútur,…
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North Iceland
Horse-lovers will be in heaven at Gauksmýri, a highly regarded horse farm with tours and a lodge on the Ring Road 3.5km east of the turn-off to…
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North Iceland
For Langanes exploration, base yourself at excellent Ytra Lón, 14km northeast of Þórshöfn and just off Rte 869. It’s part of a working sheep farm run by a…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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North Iceland
Welcoming Grímstunga, 28km south of Dettifoss near the junction with the Ring Road, offers basic cosy rooms with shared bathrooms and a guest kitchen. The…
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Akureyri
Branding itself as a 'boutique guesthouse', central Hrafninn (the Raven) feels like an elegant manor house without being pretentious or stuffy. Over three…
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Akureyri
This huge site, 1.5km south of town in a leafy setting in Kjarnaskógur woods, has newer facilities than the city campsite, and mountain views. There's a…
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North Iceland
The excellent, well-maintained Kirkjuhvammur campsite is up the hill near the photogenic old church. Find the turn-off near the town pool. The site has…
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Akureyri
In an elevated, hidden residential pocket behind Kaupvangsstræti, the 'White House' shines with the personal touch of its stylish owner, Guðrún. There are…
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North Iceland
Don't be misled by the name: this reasonably priced guesthouse is actually 7km north of Ásbyrgi en route to Kópasker (not south, towards Dettifoss). It's…
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North Iceland
Your best bet for a bed is the homely Kópasker HI Hostel, run by Benni. Rooms are spread across a couple of houses; everything is well maintained, and…
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North Iceland
Fosshótel has put its stylish, contemporary stamp on these 110 rooms with charcoal tones, bright colour accents etc. Deluxe rooms are a good step up from…
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North Iceland
Just north of town, this delightful waterfront property offers a modern, stylish fjordside cottage – your room's terrace is the perfect place to enjoy a…
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North Iceland
A friendly family operates this simple guesthouse with tidy rooms and good food. A welcome respite, it's the inn closest to the northern access of the…
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North Iceland
This handsome timber guesthouse is situated near the pool. It has good facilities, including kitchen and lounge. They also operate two other guesthouse…
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Akureyri
Íbúðir has a choice of six quite luxurious apartments ranging in size (the largest sleeping eight). With a central location and balconies with town views,…
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North Iceland
Serene and seafront: what's not to love? Two beautifully tranquil cottages, one standard-house shaped and one shaped like a wooden barrel, perch on the…
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North Iceland
Homey Básar is right next to the air strip and has peaceful views of the bluffs and wide open ocean. Sleeping-bag accommodation is possible, and there is…
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North Iceland
Grand, new two- and three-bedroom apartments fill the 'Old School' and fully equipped kitchens make it easy to self-cater. The perfect chance to pretend…
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North Iceland
Sweeping views down the fjord and out to sea makes these tidy rural rooms on a horse farm a relaxing option. Guest kitchen and modern shared bathroom…
