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.

Fosshotel Myvatn
Beautiful hotel, completely spotless everywhere, restaurant served delicious dinner and breakfast and the bar had a great variety. Staff were wonderful such warm and friendly service from check in desk through to restaurant and bar. It’s in a great location to explore the geothermal area of Mývatn. ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Centrum Hotel
Everything was perfect, will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Good room, beautiful view, staff on the evenings were great and the wake up call for the northern lights is a great touch. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

K16 apartments
Everything was exceptionally clean and well‑maintained, making it easy to feel at home right away. The location is fantastic, just a short walk to restaurants, shops and everything you might need during your stay. Super convenient and comfortable. I’d definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Spotless modern comfortable accommodation. Warm and well appointed- spa fab - plenty of hot water. Great views and very helpful staff with excellent communication.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hvammstangi Cottages
Great little cottages. Spacious, comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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.

Forest Lagoon
You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern lights views and shops.

Myvatn Nature Baths
Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.

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.

Dettifoss
Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the 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

City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

Small Group - Snæfellsnes National Park Day Tour




