Southern Iceland

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Reykjavik featuring a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

Where to stay in Southern Iceland

Reykjavik featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Downtown Reykjavik

5/5(281 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
Reykjavik featuring fashion and shopping

Laugardalur

4/5(29 area reviews)

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Hofdi House.

Laugardalur
Reykjavik Harbour which includes a sunset, a bay or harbour and boating

Vesturbær

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

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Háaleiti

4/5(73 area reviews)

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Hlíðar

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.

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Holt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

Holt
Center Hotels Plaza
Center Hotels Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is €130 per night from 26 May to 27 May
€130
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,067 reviews)
"good location, good price"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Center Hotels Plaza
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €166 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
€166
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Modern and very clean. I never heard the planes or any noise despite being literally next to the airport. Staff was professional, kind and helpful. Great stay! I would recommend but I would have a car as the bus doesn't run often and the walk to downtown can be a little tricky if ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
The Reykjavik EDITION
The Reykjavik EDITION
5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2, Reykjavik
The price is €499 per night from 30 May to 31 May
€499
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews)
"This hotel experience was outstanding. The interior design in the lobby was very impressive. The food would satisfy any gourmet and the service was as good as it gets. The concierge, Mattie, was above and beyond. He made our stay effortless and fun."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

The Reykjavik EDITION
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Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
4 out of 5
Hverfisgata 60, Reykjavik
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,506 reviews)
"Wonderful place. Large, clean and well kept. The breakfast was wonderful with the fresh bread each morning"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Black Beach Suites
Black Beach Suites
3 out of 5
Vik I Myrdal, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (838 reviews)
"Amazing location and spectatular views."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Black Beach Suites
Vík Apartments
Vík Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Sléttuvegur 4-8, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (335 reviews)
"Location was great. We visited several areas which were drivable in a day. Lighting in condo needs improving - lamps in bedroom and main sitting area. Negative was the heating which was extremely hot even when turned off."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

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Popular places to visit

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Reykjavik Harbour

4.5/5(694 reviews)

Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.

Reykjavik Harbour
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Blue Lagoon

4.5/5(540 reviews)

Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.

Blue Lagoon
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Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hofn. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's glaciers.

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
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Thingvellir National Park

4.5/5(624 reviews)

See rifts where the earth’s continents are moving apart, visit a lava-strewn lake and learn about the political beginnings of Iceland.

Thingvellir National Park
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Laugavegur

4.5/5(446 reviews)

Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.

Laugavegur
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Gullfoss

5/5(16 reviews)

Part of a nature reserve, this waterfall crashing into a deep canyon is among the country’s most iconic features.

Gullfoss
Hofn featuring general coastal views, mountains and mist or fog

Hofn

Borgarnes

Borgarnes

Reykjavik

Reykjavik

Dyrholaey showing rugged coastline as well as a large group of people

Vik I Myrdal