Iceland - First Draft

Iceland
August for 14 days
$0 (Kr0 ISK)
Posted on June 3, 2022 by

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 235 KEFLAVÍKURFLUGVÖLLUR, 235 Keflavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Probably the coolest airport I've been to. The most private bathrooms, wheelchair friendly. So much space, and many areas to lounge in to be far away from large crowds. Not to mention the sick X-Men mural. Everyone was so nice. Can't wait to go back to Iceland just to experience this again.

Photo by Keflavíkurflugvöllur
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Flugvellir 6, 230 Keflavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] The people at Lotus car rental were Extremely friendly (especially Laura) and went out of their way to explain how to get around in Iceland (such as no cash needed in Iceland and need for gas cards). They were attentive to detail, super welcoming and we got a great car perfect for our needs. I had to leave a tip to these people who really started and ended our trip on a wonderful vibe.

Photo by Lotus Car Rental Iceland
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Reykjavík, Iceland
Photo by abdelmajid ouazine
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Vesturvör 44-48 200, Kópavogur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Amazing! The lagoon has been created in a wonderful way. They carefully thought about the whole experience, from entree to exit. The public changes rooms feel comfortable and spacious. There are a lot of shower cabins that give you privacy. The 7 step ritual was a great addition to the experience. Especially having a great view over the ocean from the large window in the sauna. A beautiful end of our road trip in Iceland.

Photo by Sky Lagoon
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Seljavegur 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Nice, clean room. Good location. Lovely breakfast. Wouldn't rule out staying here again despite the noise from a building site right outside our room, hopefully they will be done soon!

Photo by Fredrik Stenius

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Seljavegur 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Had a wonderful 5 night stay at the Grandi while I used Reykjavik as a base to see West and South Iceland. The hotel is conveniently located off the main tourist hub, near the Saga and Maritime museums, with convenient free street parking or there is a free lot just a block away. The rooms, lounge, restaurant and bar are modern, upscale and chic. My room was quite large, with ample room to spread out my belongings. The bathroom was very large, too, with wonderful walk-shower. My room overlooked some construction going on next door, but I was not in my room much to have this bother me. Staff at the front desk were very pleasant and helpful, available 24/7. Breakfast was fantastic, a combination of continental and English Breakfast. All in all, a great stay, in a nice, safe neighbourhood, and would definitely consider staying here again when I come back to Reykjavik

Photo by Fredrik Stenius
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Snæfellsnes, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] I would love to visit one day

Photo by The Travel Hacking Life
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Really beautiful wildlife with loads of birds and seals. Please respect wild life and hold 100m distance, like the sign says. Don't be like the tourists on my photo who disturb these seals for a great picture at only 7 metres distance.

Photo by Thibaut Laurent
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: RJC8+P54, Búðir, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Curious that so many Icelandic churches seem to be in the middle of nowhere. Nice mountain backdrop. Beautiful setting.

Photo by J B
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Bjarnafoss, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] waterfalls

Photo by Viviane Black
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Arnarstapi, Iceland
Photo by Karan Sethi
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Kirkjufell, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Nothing special here, just a mountain tip with a small waterfall as foreground.

Photo by Simone Gramegna
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Unnamed Road, WQGV+485, Grundarfjörður, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] You cannot have a better location for the area. Hosts are very friendly and helpful. Kitchen is great and rooms lovely. Small tip...ask for room 12.

Photo by Martin Fox

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Unnamed Road, WQGV+485, 351 Grundarfjörður, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] You cannot have a better location for the area. Hosts are very friendly and helpful. Kitchen is great and rooms lovely. Small tip...ask for room 12.

Photo by Martin Fox
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Stykkishólmur, Iceland
Photo by Pietro Boiardi

Brjanslaekur

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Westfjords Region, Iceland
Photo by sara perez iglesias
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Dynjandi, Iceland
Photo by ayush kalani
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Hólmavík, Iceland
Notes:

3h 32m plus 3 hours for ferry.

Photo by Diana Zuidema
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: QFJJ+F7Q, Kaldrananeshreppur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] I might give this a higher rating if I had been there longer to enjoy the hot pools. A full size lane pool is a unique feature and in this area of Iceland, you have long drives between anything and this was one of few options for us to stop. Tucked away in lower lands in West Fjords, this place overlooks a large creek across the road, many birds to observe and along with the pools, has historical structures maintained on the propery for the appreciation of tourists. Breakfast buffet was minimal, and not refilled but sufficient before hitting the road. We chose not to shower as the shower and bathroom as a whole were dirty.

Photo by Christian Schütt

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: QFJJ+F7Q, 511 Kaldrananeshreppur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Little gem with a warm (geothermal) pool, a small natural hot pot, lovely staff and neat and clean rooms and facilities. We had the aukaherbergi (additional) room that was quite small but we had everything we needed. Very good dinner.

Photo by Christian Schütt
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Hvitserkur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] For the right location, search "Hvitserkur parking".

Photo by Imre Lados
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Blönduós, Iceland
Notes:

3h 44m

Photo by Einar Páll Svavarsson

Glaumbaer

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)

Hofsós

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Siglufjörður, Iceland
Photo by Claire Hallam
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Öldugata 22, Litli-Árskógssandur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] This was an amazing experience! I was worried it would be a little kitschy, but this was one of the top spa experiences we had in Iceland. The place is so beautiful, very clean facilities, and modern design. The location has sweeping views of the fjord. It was really stunning on a sunny day. The food in the restaurant was fantastic, and the beer was really good. The spa starts with a check in and then a quick shower and change in their changing rooms. They then guided us to our beer baths, in private rooms with beer on tap. The bath was fun and unique. The bath is wooden filled with young beer. Next to the beer bath there is a beer tap to enjoy as you relax. The sauna is small but pleasant experience and there are two hot baths outside for soaking and enjoying the views and nature (with beer service). The facilities, the views, the beer, and the food all made for one of the more fun and entertaining days we had in Iceland. I whole heartedly recommend this for anyone looking for a unique fun experience.

Photo by Øystein Sletvold
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 604 Akureyri, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Great hosts. Far from the city. Very comfy and cozy place

Photo by Arnarnes Paradis

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 604 Akureyri, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Great hosts. Far from the city. Very comfy and cozy place

Photo by Arnarnes Paradis
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Akureyri, Iceland
Notes:

3h 4m

Photo by Andreas Leder
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: MCMX+4W7, Fossholl, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] An absolutely beautiful waterfall, and right off the main road as well. We stayed here for an hour or so taking in the natural beauty around us. Additionally, I loved the story about how this waterfall got its name. It's on the sign, and if you have a minute I'd give it a read cause it's a powerful testimony.

Photo by Þorfinnur Kristinn Árnason
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Húsavík, Iceland
Notes:

3h 2m

Photo by Anders Berggren
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Stórigarður 17, 640 Húsavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] So glad we visited this museum on our main day in Húsavík, really informative and covers so much and absolutely worth the visit if you're passing through this amazing little town.

Photo by Doron Lahav
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Vitaslóð 1, 640, Húsavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] The water is hot sea water. Many of the hot springs in Iceland smell because of the sulphur. But Geosea doesn't stink because it's sea water. Beautiful views overlooking the ocean. The locker room and shower area were clean. They give you a bracelet with a chip inside to open and lock a locker. It is also used to buy drinks. Then scanned before you leave to pay for the drinks. There was 1 private changing area but the shower area is completely open. Showering without your swimsuit is mandatory. After showering you put your swimsuit on and then go out to the pool. There are separate locker room for men and women.

Photo by Geosea - Geothermal Sea Baths
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Ketilsbraut 22, 640 Húsavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] It is a good Hotel, nice staff and beautiful view. The breakfast was very good, has everything we wanted and more. The rooms are clean. the coffee in the room was terrible.

Photo by Fosshotel Húsavík

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Ketilsbraut 22, 640 Húsavík, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Pretty nice hotel. Room was decent size and fairly standard. Decent happy hour drinks. Rooms were way too hot however we had to rush out to dinner because we couldn't remain in there for long. I think we were placed in the budget room as the door opened right out into the reception area and there was a seating area right at our room door. There were people drinking there until about midnight or so..

Photo by Fosshotel Húsavík
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Húsavík, Iceland
Photo by Anders Berggren
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 671, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] You need be aware of min hiking time of 2 hours there

Photo by A K
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Ásbyrgi, 671, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Love this place Beautiful cliffs among other things in the nature

Photo by Gregory Duncan
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Dettifoss, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] To see the waterfall you must walk for maybe 20 minutes to view it. Various viewing platforms.

Photo by 賀禎禎
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Iceland, Unnamed Road
Notes:

3h 23m

Photo by Jon Tryggvason
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Námafjall, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] very smelly.. but very special. you can get up close and see the boiling mud

Photo by Vladimír Černý
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Dimmuborgir, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Big parking place and the touristic centre. Restrooms available, information tables available. You can get from here also to Hverfjall.

Photo by Shlomo Ben Dror
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Mývatn, Iceland
Notes:

2h 55m

Photo by Walter Klasen
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: PJJQ+C34, Storu-Laugar, 650 Laugar, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Clean simple rooms, breakfast was nice standard fare, and they even had real maple syrup for the pancakes. The owner was so nice - it was about 15 minutes after breakfast was officially over (10a) and she asked the kids if they wanted more pancakes. Definitely caring, kind hosts.

Photo by Rafael Franzke

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: PJJQ+C34, Storu-Laugar, 650 Laugar, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Clean simple rooms, breakfast was nice standard fare, and they even had real maple syrup for the pancakes. The owner was so nice - it was about 15 minutes after breakfast was officially over (10a) and she asked the kids if they wanted more pancakes. Definitely caring, kind hosts.

Photo by Rafael Franzke
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Mývatn, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Boring. I can just recommend Dadi's pizza in that location.

Photo by Walter Klasen
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Jökuldalsvegur, Egilsstadir, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] We could only reach the viewing point on the west side, as the road was slippery and full of snow, and the paths were closed. However it was definitely worth it. The canyon is amazing, the colors, the basalt columns...

Photo by Ferhat Şenyiğit
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Notes:

4h 29m

Photo by Birna Björg Gunnarsdottir
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Seydisfjordur, Iceland
Notes:

3h 24m

Photo by Claire Hallam
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 7272+2XG, Road to Skálanes, 710 Seyðisfjörður, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Located directly near the ferry port. Had a room with a view to the Strandartindur. A good starting point for hikes to the mountains.

Photo by Małgorzata Our Iceland adventure

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 7272+2XG, Road to Skálanes, 710 Seyðisfjörður, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Located directly near the ferry port. Had a room with a view to the Strandartindur. A good starting point for hikes to the mountains.

Photo by Małgorzata Our Iceland adventure
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Seydisfjordur, Iceland
Photo by Claire Hallam
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 5WH9+QFP, 715 Fjordhur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Amazing road… in my opinion the most beautiful and exciting road to drive on in Iceland. At this time of the year it felt like heaven with all the snow and clouds surrounding you on the top. We went with a two-wheel-drive and it was muddy and a bit slippery, but doable. You do need to be confident behind the wheel though.

Photo by Abd Abo naser
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 34W6+75F, Brekka, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Really cool waterfall! I wish we had been able to get closer but due to high water levels part of the path was blocked. It was SUPER windy when we got to the top so be mindful. The trail can get fairly steep, the longest steep stretch is at the beginning so if you can navigate that you should be okay. Without the last part of the trail, it only took us about an hour total. WC/ bathroom at base of trail.

Photo by Samuel Braendle
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Vestrahorn, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] The only tourist trap I found in Iceland, day was very cloudy I couldn’t see anything, also roads were terrible,!!!!! Don’t go there !!!

Photo by Simone Gramegna
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Cake was good! If you’re looking for quick snack then its a good place for stopping. However the lady was not so friendly and I think this is one thing to be improved especially if you in the tourism industry.

Photo by Truman T

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Cake was good! If you’re looking for quick snack then its a good place for stopping. However the lady was not so friendly and I think this is one thing to be improved especially if you in the tourism industry.

Photo by Cynthia Beer
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Höfn, Iceland
Photo by Massimo Ferri
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Þjóðvegur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] This place is something special with turquoise blue water dotted with icebergs. Look carefully for seals swimming around too. It looks like some companies offer kayak and boat tours, though I’d be a bit weary because of how much wind there can be.

Photo by Kelly Donlin
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 8, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] One of the iconic places, great to see. There is a nice, well equipped csmping next to this hike. The hike alone is about 40 minutes one way. The waterfall is beautiful. There is one more waterfall along the way. Hike was very easy.

Photo by Carsten Lorenzen
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Ferðaþjónustan Hunkubökkum, 880 Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] We didn't stay here but they didn't even allow a lady to use the washroom even if we offered to buy something from the restaurant. I guess the hospitality wouldn't be that great as well if there is no courtesy.

Photo by Jayde Müller

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Ferðaþjónustan Hunkubökkum, 880 Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] We didn't stay here but they didn't even allow a lady to use the washroom even if we offered to buy something from the restaurant. I guess the hospitality wouldn't be that great as well if there is no courtesy.

Photo by Jayde Müller
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: QRGF+QHJ, Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] This place is a real gem!!! My favorite spot from the entire trip. We went there end of May, everything was so green and beautiful. Trip to the top is the must to get the best views of the waterfall! To get to the site you will have to drive about 30 minutes off road, on like a gravel road. Parking is free, restrooms available.

Photo by R G
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 881, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] There are a few designated pulloffs where you can walk around on established trails and see the moss up close. PLEASE don't stomp on the moss off-trail, it took them 200 years to grow!

Photo by Brian Jones
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Vik, Iceland
Photo by Randolfo Santos
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Sólheimajökull, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Stunningly beautiful glacier. Didn't go on it but hiked next to it. Great views.

Photo by Tomáš Bok
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: GGH9+CQP, Evindarhólar, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Tried to visit a couple of times but the visitor centre was closed and wasn't obvious how to access the hike. Probably my fault though. I can see from other pictures it's a nice place. Its a nice area anyway though, plenty of surrounding sheep.

Photo by Mark Alexander
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Keldur, 851 Hella, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] This place is actually closed and there is very little to see except for at 11 and 3 o'clock when there is a guided tour. So the price for admission that is stated on the website is not really for admission but just the price for the guided tour. You can take a peak inside the church built in 1875, that building is most likely open between 10-17, other buildings are closed except for the guided tour times. The nature and surrounding area is beautiful, especially if you're here on a good day. Not worth the drive unless you arrive for the guided tour or have booked a tour in advance.

Photo by Larysa Kuriliuk
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 871 Vik, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Dyrhólaey Door Hill offers an amazing 120 meter high view over the black beach to the northeast. The cliffs here are pretty scary. The waves have drilled a gate in the black lava rock which is big enough for small boats to drive through.

Photo by Anya L. Amorim
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Worth the very short detour to visit and photograph.

Photo by Glenn Walmsley
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Gönguleið um Fimmvörðuháls, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Absolutely wonderful! We were very lucky with the weather, and we got to experience the waterfall with an amazing blue sky and a magnificent rainbow. It's idyllic!!! It's like a piece of Heaven on Earth, it's really magical. You need your crampons to walk safely if it's icy, and there's a bistro nearby where you can have lunch and warm yourself. It's a must, when in Iceland, don't miss it!

Photo by Joe 97
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Seljalandsfoss, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Crowded, but very pretty! Toilets available at the parking.

Photo by Nikki Mowers
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 861 Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Really nice lodges!

Photo by Ryan Doe

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 861 Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Really nice lodges!

Photo by Ryan Doe
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Landeyjahafnarvegur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] This ferry ride couldn't have been smoother! We highly recommend this ferry to get to the Westman Islands. Very timely!

Photo by Caleb Hill
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
Notes:

Beluga Sanctuary

Photo by Tom Tom
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Rangárþing ytra, Iceland
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Landeyjahafnarvegur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] This ferry ride couldn't have been smoother! We highly recommend this ferry to get to the Westman Islands. Very timely!

Photo by Caleb Hill
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: FP2X+H27, Vestmannaeyjabær, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] White and Grey will soon be here

Photo by bill prewitt
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Gerðisbraut 10, 900 Vestmannaeyjabær, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Really nice modern (but small) Museum about the Volcano which erupted 1973. There is a nice exebition with a lot Pictures and original videos. Also you can see a original house destroyed and covered in dust. You really getting a feeling what was happening here. If you visit the Island that is a must see to understand the islands history.

Photo by Francesco Curci
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Meiri-Tunga 1b, 851 Hella, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Lovely, peaceful cabin just off the route 1. The location is beautiful with a view of the endless fields and horses. The cabin was warm and cozy and the kitchen was well equipped. The hosts are very welcoming and took the time to greet us and explain everything when we arrived. A very comfortable stay- highly recommended!

Photo by kiwi Lu

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Meiri-Tunga 1b, 851 Hella, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Lovely, peaceful cabin just off the route 1. The location is beautiful with a view of the endless fields and horses. The cabin was warm and cozy and the kitchen was well equipped. The hosts are very welcoming and took the time to greet us and explain everything when we arrived. A very comfortable stay- highly recommended!

Photo by Willis Kong
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Austurströnd, Seltjarnarnes, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Breathtaking. Visit and spend time to feel the vibe is a must. Just soak in the view and stay for sunset is strongly recommended.

Photo by Golden Circle Iceland
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 24R7+GW9, Klausturholar, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Cool place but winter isn't the time to visit as the colors are masked by snow. It was a nice stop to break up our day so I would certainly recommend it if you are in the area.

Photo by Chung Randy
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Geysir, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] It gets very busy here but there’s a lot to see. Worth the stop.

Photo by Ariel Rotem
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Gullfoss Falls, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Pretty busy and touristy, but an incredible sight that is worth it.

Photo by R G
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Þingvellir, 801, Selfoss, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Really a beautiful place to visit and have a small walk. The landscape is amazing and very interesting to look at, so if you’re close to the national park you should stop and pay a visit. There’s also a beautiful look out spot in the park, where there’s a small parking lot so you can get out and enjoy the view of the lake

Photo by Cathy Dillman
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 851 Hella, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Super knowledgeable guide! Small group size allowed for plenty of time to take photos & ask questions.

Photo by alfrun perla
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Efstaland, 801 Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Travelled to Iceland for the first time to celebrate our birthdays. Saw this restaurant and decided to try it for the experience and atmosphere. Booked our reservation about a week in advance so we had everything planned out. I was a bit apprehensive about the menu options as they looked out of my comfort zone. We ended up ordering the Viking tasting platter as an appetizer, the beef cheeks and lamb for the main courses, followed by the chocolate cake for dessert. Drinking beer from a horn to round out the whole experience. Everything tasted excellent! Service was exceptional. Price was exactly what I would expect for this type of food and atmosphere. Loved it!

Photo by Ingólfsskáli Viking Restaurant
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Hjarðarból, 816 Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Lovliest place I went to in all of Iceland, stayed with my university natural history group, thank you for your hospitality.

Photo by Hotel Hjardarbol

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Hjarðarból, 816 Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Lovliest place I went to in all of Iceland, stayed with my university natural history group, thank you for your hospitality.

Photo by Hotel Hjardarbol
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Reykjadalur, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Might possibly be the best thing I've done during my trip to Iceland! Be careful of hard ice, if you see some walk around it or above it. The walk up was an hour and a bit quicker on the way back. We started hiking at 6pm (March) and arrived at 7pm, with the sunset planned at 7:36. We decided to go then to be completely alone and we were! On our way up we did see 4-5 couple/group going back to the cafe. Definitely bring a towel if you want to get in the water... and believe me you will want to!! I had already my swimsuit underneath to go quickly in the water. When getting out you actually dry pretty quickly and then do take off the swimsuit to avoid being wet. We went the highest we could to really be in hot water, and it was super nice. With the steam you don't really get cold anyway :) We went back down a bit during the sunset and used our phone flashlight at the end and it was doable :)

Photo by Anette Rigestam Munnecke
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Reykjanes, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Lovely area for walking. Lots to see.

Photo by Stefan Kleynhans
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Fagradalsfjall, 241, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Steep climb, nice view, no lava but nice to see

Photo by Savoir Aimer
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: Grindavik, Iceland
Photo by JOSEPH MICHAVILA
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 2, Norðurljósavegur 402, 251 Suðurnesjabær, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Staying near the airport? Our favorite choice! Lighthouse Inn has this great, remote, Icelandic atmosphere and all this just a 15-minute drive from the airport. You will get a beautiful room with a private bathroom for a really affordable price. The best about the stay was the location, however. The hotel is situated right next to the ocean and to the picturesque lighthouse. It’s also located far enough from the nearby cities, making it a great spot to observe northern lights at! There’s a 24/7 reception (which is not often the case in Iceland!) with a nice and helpful staff. Parking is easy to reach even in winter and right next to the entrance. The breakfast buffet runs from around 7:15 already, which is also pretty convenient if you have an early flight. Oh yes, and the breakfast was great, with lots of meal variety (which is also not always the case in Iceland!). Would definitely come back again, and for longer, not just one night.

Photo by Derron Smith

Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 2, Norðurljósavegur 402, 251 Suðurnesjabær, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Staying near the airport? Our favorite choice! Lighthouse Inn has this great, remote, Icelandic atmosphere and all this just a 15-minute drive from the airport. You will get a beautiful room with a private bathroom for a really affordable price. The best about the stay was the location, however. The hotel is situated right next to the ocean and to the picturesque lighthouse. It’s also located far enough from the nearby cities, making it a great spot to observe northern lights at! There’s a 24/7 reception (which is not often the case in Iceland!) with a nice and helpful staff. Parking is easy to reach even in winter and right next to the entrance. The breakfast buffet runs from around 7:15 already, which is also pretty convenient if you have an early flight. Oh yes, and the breakfast was great, with lots of meal variety (which is also not always the case in Iceland!). Would definitely come back again, and for longer, not just one night.

Photo by Derron Smith
Cost/Budget: $0 (Kr0 ISK)
Location: 235 KEFLAVÍKURFLUGVÖLLUR, 235 Reykjanesbær, Iceland
Notes:

[ Google Review ] Probably the coolest airport I've been to. The most private bathrooms, wheelchair friendly. So much space, and many areas to lounge in to be far away from large crowds. Not to mention the sick X-Men mural. Everyone was so nice. Can't wait to go back to Iceland just to experience this again.

Photo by Keflavíkurflugvöllur