Places to stay in Iceland

Icelandic Stays

This collection of Icelandic accommodations spans from remote highland mountain huts to modern hotels along the Ring Road. It includes specialized lodging like the farm-based Vogafjós Farm Resort near Lake Mývatn and the minimalist Fosshotel Núpar set within the south coast lava fields. Options range from basic sleeping bag accommodation for hikers in Landmannalaugar and Emstrur to full-service hotels in Borgarnes, Vík, and Keflavík.

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Landmannalaugar

Mountain hut in the Fjallabak Nature Reserve managed by Ferðafélag Íslands, featuring sleeping bag accommodation and proximity to natural geothermal hot springs.

Seljavellir Guesthouse

Modern guesthouse located near Höfn in Southeast Iceland, offering rooms with views of the Vatnajökull glacier and surrounding mountains.

Eglis Guesthause - Eglis Apartments

Accommodation in the town of Borgarnes featuring private apartments with cooking facilities.

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B59 Hotel

Modern hotel in Borgarnes featuring an on-site spa, fitness center, and restaurant.

Fosshotel Westfjords

Three-star hotel in Patreksfjörður, serving as a base for visiting the Látrabjarg bird cliffs and Dynjandi waterfall.

Fosshotel Núpar

Modern hotel situated in the lava fields of Southeast Iceland, featuring minimalist design and panoramic views of Vatnajökull National Park.

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Icelandair Hotel Vik

Contemporary hotel in Vík í Mýrdal with interior decor inspired by local black sand beaches and basalt columns.

Emstrur

Highland mountain hut on the Laugavegur trail, consisting of three separate huts with sleeping bag accommodation and shared kitchen facilities.

Fosshótel Mývatn

Low-rise hotel designed with a grass roof to blend into the landscape, offering views over Lake Mývatn.

Hotel Keflavik

Four-star hotel located five minutes from Keflavík International Airport, featuring a fitness center and sauna.

Hótel Laugarbakki

Hotel housed in a former school building in Northwest Iceland, located near the Vididalsa salmon river.

Airport Hotel Aurora Star

Hotel located within walking distance of the Keflavík International Airport terminal.

Hótel Geysir

Modern hotel located directly across from the Geysir geothermal area, featuring sustainable architecture and local materials.

Fimmvörðuskáli

Mountain hut located between the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers on the Fimmvörðuháls hiking trail.

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The Vogafjos Cowshed Café

Homemade local food and a cosy guesthouse.

Hótel Laki

Family-run hotel near Kirkjubæjarklaustur, offering views of the Vatnajökull glacier and the Laki craters area.

Hotel Skaftafell

Hotel located at the edge of Vatnajökull National Park, providing views of Iceland's highest peak, Hvannadalshnjúkur.

Hótel Laugarhóll

Remote hotel in the Westfjords featuring an outdoor geothermal swimming pool.

HI Hostel Höfn

Eco-certified hostel in Höfn offering private and shared rooms with views of the Vatnajökull glacier.

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