Northern Iceland Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Iceland
Akureyri City Center
While visiting Akureyri City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Centre for Visual Arts.
Oddeyrin
While there might not be top attractions in Oddeyrin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden.
Giljahverfi
While there might not be top attractions in Giljahverfi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall.
Hotel Akureyri
Clean bijou room for one, en suite. Lift to all floors. Very comfortable
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Fosshotel Myvatn
Solid breakfast!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Wonderful hotel and great location. The staff were so welcoming and helpful. We couldn't have hoped for a better experience - we got to see Aurora Borealis!! Thanks to the "wake up" option provided upon check-in. We received a phone call the night of April 8th and WOW! Once in a lifetime ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
K16 apartments
Great apartment with friendly and helpful hostess. The apartment is clean and tidy, has Netflix too. Location is good with the Old Town South Airport Bus stop 5 minutes walk away if needed. Kitchen and bathroom are good. There are free Laundry facilities. Gunny was very friendly and helpful, she ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Very good laundry.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Svartaborg
My family did an 8-days ring road of Iceland in early April 2026, and this place/villa was, out of all the 7 hotels, hands down best hotel we stayed. My husband who doesn't usually leave reviews asked me to post a review for this place! Everything was spotless clean, modern and well equipped. We ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Lake Myvatn
Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland.
Myvatn Nature Baths
Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.
Forest Lagoon
You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern lights views and shops.
Dettifoss
Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river.
Godafoss
Appreciate a view of the impressive horseshoe shape of the Waterfall of the Gods and go hiking alongside the foamy rapids of the Skjálfandafljót River.
Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered.
Things to do
The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
