Northern Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Iceland
Where to stay in Northern Iceland
Akureyri City Center
Though Akureyri City Center might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon.
Oddeyrin
When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Giljahverfi
Though Giljahverfi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Mud Pots.
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Staff was great. Really enjoyed the hotel and restaurant was very tasty.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
The room was great, and we especially loved being able to get a call when the aurora borealis was out! Thanks to the hotel staff, we had the incredible experience of seeing the Northern lights right outside the hotel door.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Fosshotel Myvatn
Beautiful hotel, completely spotless everywhere, restaurant served delicious dinner and breakfast and the bar had a great variety. Staff were wonderful such warm and friendly service from check in desk through to restaurant and bar. It’s in a great location to explore the geothermal area of Mývatn. ...
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
K16 apartments
Lovely clean and spacious apaetment with large lounge with well-equipped kitchen and separate bedroom with large very comfortable bed. Great location and from the balcony, we could see across to the beautiful church and thrn downwards to the sea and mountains beyond. It was so close to the high street, ...
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Clean, warm and comfortable
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Hvammstangi Cottages
Great little cottages. Spacious, comfortable.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 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.
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.
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 when you stop by 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
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Reykjavik: Aurora Reykjavik The Northern Lights Center Entry
