Northern Iceland Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Iceland
Akureyri City Center
While visiting Akureyri City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Centre for Visual Arts.
Oddeyrin
While there might not be top attractions in Oddeyrin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden.
Giljahverfi
While there might not be top attractions in Giljahverfi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall.
Fosshotel Myvatn
Yes, very nice.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Akureyri
Wonderful 3 night stay. The hotel was modern with an excellent bar and breakfast room/restaurant. Staff were polite and helpful. Ideal location. Close to harbour for boat trips and 40 minute walk along the fjord to the airport.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Centrum Hotel
Everything was perfect, will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
K16 apartments
Amazing apartment just close to everything :) Is my second time staying here, is clean, comfortable, kitchen has all the equipment needed :) There is free parking outside. The host was so lovely and very responsive when i needed something. Definitely the best place to stay in Akureyri. I will come ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Spotless modern comfortable accommodation. Warm and well appointed- spa fab - plenty of hot water. Great views and very helpful staff with excellent communication.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Hvammstangi Cottages
Great little cottages. Spacious, comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Lake Myvatn
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Myvatn during your travels in Skutustadir. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Forest Lagoon
You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern lights views and shops.
Myvatn Nature Baths
Explore the great outdoors at Myvatn Nature Baths, a lovely green space in Skutustadir. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Godafoss
Explore the great outdoors at Godafoss, a lovely green space in Laugar.
Akureyri Church
Akureyri Church is just one of the places to see in Akureyri, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the northern lights views in this walkable area or seek out the horse riding.
Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Learn about the events happening in Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall during your trip to Akureyri. Discover the northern lights views in this walkable area or seek out the horse riding.
- Vatnajökull National Park
- Myvatn Nature Baths
- Dettifoss
- Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
- Dimmuborgir
- Akureyri Botanical Garden
- Skagafjordur Folk Museum
- Mount Maelifell
- Blonduos Church
- Hlidarfjall
- Hlidarfjall Akureyri
- Krafla Volcano
- Icelandic Seal Center Museum
- Illugastadir seal watching
- Icelandic Aviation Museum
- Port of Dalvik
- Kolufossar Falls
