The mid-range Hotel Glymur has 30 different units spread across rural grounds overlooking Whale Fjord. It's a 60-minute drive north of downtown Reykjavik. Decor ranges from traditional to modern, though some details do look a bit dated. Rooms and villas feature mountain or fjord views, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Glymur has outdoor whirlpool tubs with views of the fjord, and a chic bar and restaurant with large windows to show off the surrounding scenery. Breakfast is included in the nightly rates -- and can be served in the rooms -- and guests can also book lunch and dinner. Rates are reasonable for the area, but guests looking for a rural getaway which is closer to Reykjavik may try Hotel Grimsborgir, where rates are higher.