Northern Iceland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Northern Iceland

Akureyri which includes general coastal views, a bay or harbour 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 ฿3,715 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿3,715
฿4,334 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Akureyri Botanical Garden and Lystigarður ...
8/10 Very Good! (528 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Rooms seem like prior dorm rooms but are very new."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Edda Akureyri
Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

4 out of 5
Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri
The price is ฿6,740 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,740
฿7,692 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (930 reviews)
"The hotel is in the city center but it was nice to walk around. A book shop across the street was open an added perk"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Thingvallastraeti 23, Akureyri, Northeastern Region
The price is ฿9,007 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿9,007
฿10,208 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Rooms and location great
"Really disappointed with the front desk at check-in. Slow not very welcoming and lack of communication. I paid for the tax at check in to find out that it didn’t process there was no attempt to contact us and let us know. Rooms were clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (528 reviews)
"Excellent location. Clean and all amenities"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, 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 Wi-Fi, 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 which includes 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 which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort 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 featuring a waterfall and mist or fog

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 which includes 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 modern architecture and street scenes

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

Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

฿1,405
per adult
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Whale Watching

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

฿2,822
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

฿1,732
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket

Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket

฿673
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

฿8,305
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers

Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers

฿4,171
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
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Cities near Northern Iceland

Akureyri showing a coastal town

Akureyri

Husavik

Husavik

Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir

Bakki

Siglufjörður

Siglufjörður