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
"Rooms were very small and lack of places to hang jackets and put luggage. However very clean, design elements felt luxury. Great breakfast!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Fosshotel Myvatn
"Very good"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Centrum Hotel
"Nice clean hotel in the very center. Rooms are a little small and parking is on the street - very close, but it is aid parking."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
K16 apartments
"We loved our stay at the K16 apartments! The location, size of the apartment, facilities, comfortable bed and friendliness and helpfulness of the staff all made for a really excellent experience. We really appreciated the flexibility shown in allowing us to check in early and it was great to have ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
"Very good laundry."
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Svartaborg
"We absolutely loved it. An excellent "cottage" complete for a long term stay with very nice appointments and a gorgeous serene and peaceful view. It is about 30 minutes from towns and grocery stores so plan ahead. The hosts were very helpful and responsive."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
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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.
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.
Myvatn Nature Baths
Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.
Akureyri Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
