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, 1,888 reviews
Exceptional · 1,888 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, 1,065 reviews
Superb · 1,065 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, 1,178 reviews
Superb · 1,178 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
The host is very nice and the breakfast is delicious. We had a wonderful day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Soti Lodge has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Fljot. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground.
Guest review
Everything. Warm welcome, lovely room, delicious vegetarian meal (as requested) and great geo thermal pool facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 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, view amazing, staff very friendly and accommodating, breakfast delicious and fresh, so comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 360 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
Honestly, the entire thing was amazing! You not only get your fully equipped box, but you also have an access to a lounge, sauna and a hot tub. Everything worked really well and it was super comfortable. The views are of course amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 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
Its location facilities and staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,209 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
This was a cosy weekend getaway for my birthday and it was perfect. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful food. Cosy and tasteful decor. Beautiful little spa with sunken hot pool. Extremely professional massage therapist. And the building itself is nestled against the mountain with stunning views over fields and horses out to the Westman Islands. Wonderful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 341 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
Breakfast and dinner were for sure some of the best we had in Iceland. Hot tubs facing the glacier are amazing, while also the floor to ceiling windows in the rooms provide for some very nice view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,888 reviews
Reykjavik Residence combines hotel services with self-catering apartments that offer flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and modern kitchen facilities.
Guest review
If you want to feel nordic cosiness,this hotel provides excellent opportunity,stayed in two different locations and loved both . A bit pricey but totally worth it, highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,266 reviews
Located in Akureyri, 32 km from Godafoss Waterfall, Hafdals Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.
Guest review
This was the best hotel of our 12-days trip in Iceland. The rooms are very spacious and have an astonishing view on the fjord where the city of Akureyri rests. The owner is a very kind man who bakes fresh croissants every morning. Just an amazing experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
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