Northern Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Iceland
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.
Hotel Akureyri
"Nice room and good facilities, breakfast range was good and tasty. Parking was free and convenient"
Reviewed on 17 May, 2026
Fosshotel Myvatn
"Cool hotel."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Centrum Hotel
"Renovated room, with a lots of space and very comfy beds. Bathroom is small and construction work is currently ongoing."
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
K16 apartments
"Really appreciated first class laundry facility. Kitchen well equipped, lovely spacious modern apartment. Only problem was the dreadful bed - no proper mattress, just a kind of soft non-supporting topper. Both of us awoke with back pain."
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
"Very good laundry."
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026
Aurora Igloo North
"Really nice stay, comfy and clean.The best way to enjoy the northern lights!"
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026
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.
Dettifoss
Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river.
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
Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.
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.
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.
Things to do
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
