Northern Iceland
Travel Guide
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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.
Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Wonderful place to stay if you are around the area. Parking just right in front of the hotel. Room is clean n updated. Toilet and shower are all great. Hot water n water pressure is good. Manage to catch aurora lights on my 4th night in Iceland all thanks to the staff who taught me to spot the values ...
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Mjög gott
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Centrum Hotel
Nice clean rooms, hotel has a nice restaurant and bar and is centrally located.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
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
Hvammstangi Cottages
Great little cottages. Spacious, comfortable.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Absolutely superb, could not have been better. Facilities excellent. Brilliant location. Extremely helpful staff. Clean with everything needed available. Views were unbelievable too. Couldn’t have asked for more or a better experience. Thank you very much
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
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
