Northern Iceland

Travel Guide

Godafoss featuring mist or fog and a waterfall
Akureyri featuring modern architecture and interior views
Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral
Namafjall
Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort

Where to stay in Northern Iceland

Akureyri showing general coastal views, a bay or harbor and boating

Akureyri City Center

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting Akureyri City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Akureyri Church and Centre for Visual Arts.

Akureyri City Center
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Oddeyrin

While there might not be top attractions in Oddeyrin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Church and Akureyri Botanical Garden.

Oddeyrin
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Giljahverfi

While there might not be top attractions in Giljahverfi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Akureyri Church.

Giljahverfi
Hotel Edda Akureyri

Hotel Edda Akureyri

3 out of 5
Thorunnarstraeti, Akureyri, Northeast Region
The price is RM484 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
RM484
RM565 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Akureyri Botanical Garden and Lystigarður ...
8/10 Very Good! (524 reviews)
"Liked the spacious room."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel Edda Akureyri
Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

4 out of 5
Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri
The price is RM887 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM887
RM1,012 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (929 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Thingvallastraeti 23, Akureyri, Northeastern Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,077 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
RM1,077
RM1,222 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and property. The food at the restaurant is very expensive"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
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K16 apartments

K16 apartments

3.5 out of 5
Kaupvangstræti 16, Akureyri
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (527 reviews)
"Stayed here for one night in July 2025 in a two bedroom suite. Everything is great. Grocery and the famous pizza place right across the street. We used the kitchen to cook some simple breakfast. Also used the washer and dryer in the unit. Note that it’s a washer-and-dryer combo machine. The dryer ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

K16 apartments
North Apartments Suites

North Apartments Suites

3.5 out of 5
24 Tryggvabraut, Akureyri
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Glerártorg and Centre for Visual Arts are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
"Good spot for exploring northern Iceland and short walk to supermarkets and town centre"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

North Apartments Suites
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses

Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses

3.5 out of 5
Búðartröð 2, Akureyri
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions Laxdal House and Akureyri Botanical Garden are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews)
"Fantastic views from the panoramic windows. Comfy beds and great service. Great location."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
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Popular places to visit

Myvatn showing a sunset and a lake or waterhole

Lake Myvatn

Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland.

Lake Myvatn
Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a luxury hotel or resort and a hot spring as well as a small group of people

Myvatn Nature Baths

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

Myvatn Nature Baths
Godafoss showing mist or fog and a cascade

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.

Godafoss
Dettifoss featuring a cascade

Dettifoss

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

Dettifoss
Akureyri showing street scenes and modern architecture

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.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Hvitserkur

Hvitserkur

You can find out about the history of Hvammstangi with a visit to Hvitserkur. Wander the riverfront and beaches while you're in the area.

Hvitserkur

Things to do

From Reykjavík: South Coast Day Trip with Glacier Hike

Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

RM853
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers

Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers

RM546
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

RM227
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Lake, mountain and a small house in a field in Iceland

Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour

RM561
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
Whale Watching

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

RM370
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Glacier Lagoon

Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour

RM853
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour
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Husavik

Husavik

Hofsos

Hofsos