Northern Iceland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Iceland
Akureyri City Center
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Akureyri City Center and surrounding area, you can visit Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon.
Oddeyrin
While there might not be top attractions in Oddeyrin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon.
Giljahverfi
While there might not be top attractions in Giljahverfi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Mud Pots.
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
We loved this spot and the whole town! Such an inviting little community and the botanical garden was only minutes away! The hotel was so clean and staff were amazing! Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Picturesque setting on the lake. Very accommodating and friendly staff. No hot water for a few moments but quickly resolved and offered an alternative room.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hotel Akureyri
I stayed in a small room since I solo travel, but the hotel and the areas around it are incredible. Very clean, quiet, safe, and in walking distance of shoppes. The breakfast was also very good and worth the price.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
K16 apartments
Enjoyed my stay, easy check in thank you.. Everything I needed was there. Couldn't get into car park but other parking closed by.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
North Mountain View Suites
The room was very clean, had a great view from the balcony
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hvammstangi Cottages
Really nice cottages. The cottage was well stocked, with kettle, microwave and things for making a quick meal. Bedding was nice and warm, and it's walking distance to the pool :)
Reviewed on 20 Aug 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
