Northern Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Iceland
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
The hotel staff allows us to check in early. The food in the hotel restaurant is great. However, not much dining options in the town. Close the a few tourist attractions around Lake Myvatn. Along the ring road, so very convenient. Guest can sign up to receive Aurora phone call if they spot one.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Hotel Akureyri
Staff were very good. Room was small but exactly what a solo traveller needs and priced accordingly.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
K16 apartments
Very easy to use communal laundry facility and kitchen reasonably equipped. Staff was very responsive, kind and helpful with keeping bags early etc. Provided extra sheet since duvets make me too hot Clean & well kept place.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Very cute and restful stay. Everything was excellent, totally recommend.
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
North Mountain View Suites
If I could give this place 10 stars I would! It had a private hot tub as advertised which was wonderful. We saw the Northern lights every night we were here. No tours needed, just look out your window. It was appointed with a kitchen which we used on several occasions to get a break from the food ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 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
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour
