Hotel Keilir is a family-run two-and-a-half-pearl hotel that sits on the coast, outside the city of Keflavik and a short ride away from the international airport. It has 40 rooms, which are modern and minimalist, and feature more amenities than expected from a mid-range property. Expect mini-fridges, safes, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has no on-site restaurant, but does have a stylish bar on the ground floor and offers a free continental breakfast. There’s also a 24-hour business center on-site. It’s popular with couples and families arriving or leaving from the nearby airport and rates are affordable. Guests staying longer might try Hotel Berg, where rates are higher but hot breakfast waffles and an outdoor hot tub are on offer.
Hotel Keilir is a family-run two-and-a-half-pearl hotel that sits on the coast, outside the city of Keflavik and a short ride away from the international airport. It has 40 rooms, which are modern and minimalist, and feature more amenities than expected from a mid-range property. Expect mini-fridges, safes, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has no on-site restaurant, but does have a stylish bar on the ground floor and offers a free continental breakfast. There’s also a 24-hour business center on-site. It’s popular with couples and families arriving or leaving from the nearby airport and rates are affordable. Guests staying longer might try Hotel Berg, where rates are higher but hot breakfast waffles and an outdoor hot tub are on offer.
Hotel Berg is a homey, family-run three-pearl hotel that sits next to the harbor right outside the city of Keflavik. Its 17 contemporary rooms are clean and well maintained, with most of the amenities expected for a mid-range property -- flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. The breakfast buffet has waffles -- a standout feature -- and there’s an outdoor pool that was added in 2018. It's popular with couples arriving from or leaving to the airport, which can mean some noise in the early mornings. Hotel Berg’s prices are quite affordable for the area, though Ace Guesthouse has somewhat comparable rates.
Hotel Berg is a homey, family-run three-pearl hotel that sits next to the harbor right outside the city of Keflavik. Its 17 contemporary rooms are clean and well maintained, with most of the amenities expected for a mid-range property -- flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. The breakfast buffet has waffles -- a standout feature -- and there’s an outdoor pool that was added in 2018. It's popular with couples arriving from or leaving to the airport, which can mean some noise in the early mornings. Hotel Berg’s prices are quite affordable for the area, though Ace Guesthouse has somewhat comparable rates.
The three-pearl Hotel Keflavik, a mere eight-minute drive from the airport, was built in 1986 and has been unevenly renovated ever since. Basic rooms, the lobby, and other common areas combine colors and styles that don't fit with the price tag. Some of the 70 guest rooms have been more recently redesigned, but come with a confusing array of features like LED lights in the shower and sink. Fortunately, the hotel is packed with amenities. There's a free, generous breakfast buffet, and a restaurant for traditional and international dishes. The hotel also has free, one-way airport transport, free parking, business facilities, an indoor whirlpool, and an extensive fitness center with fitness classes. The nearby Hotel Berg is less expensive and also has a rooftop whirlpool and cohesive rooms.
The three-pearl Hotel Keflavik, a mere eight-minute drive from the airport, was built in 1986 and has been unevenly renovated ever since. Basic rooms, the lobby, and other common areas combine colors and styles that don't fit with the price tag. Some of the 70 guest rooms have been more recently redesigned, but come with a confusing array of features like LED lights in the shower and sink. Fortunately, the hotel is packed with amenities. There's a free, generous breakfast buffet, and a restaurant for traditional and international dishes. The hotel also has free, one-way airport transport, free parking, business facilities, an indoor whirlpool, and an extensive fitness center with fitness classes. The nearby Hotel Berg is less expensive and also has a rooftop whirlpool and cohesive rooms.
The Northern Light Inn is a mid-range property that sits among fields of lava between the towns of Grindavik and Keflavik. The 42 rooms are simple and homey, but well maintained, and have light and airy decor plus flat-screen TVs and kettles. Free Wi-Fi is also provided. There’s a breakfast buffet included in the rates, an on-site Nordic restaurant, spa, and an honesty bar. This quiet, intimate retreat in the countryside attracts tourists and couples looking for easy access to the Blue Lagoon; the hotel provides a free shuttle there and back. There aren't many other hotels nearby, but the Geo Hotel Grindavik, which has on-site hot tubs, provides a good alternative.
The Northern Light Inn is a mid-range property that sits among fields of lava between the towns of Grindavik and Keflavik. The 42 rooms are simple and homey, but well maintained, and have light and airy decor plus flat-screen TVs and kettles. Free Wi-Fi is also provided. There’s a breakfast buffet included in the rates, an on-site Nordic restaurant, spa, and an honesty bar. This quiet, intimate retreat in the countryside attracts tourists and couples looking for easy access to the Blue Lagoon; the hotel provides a free shuttle there and back. There aren't many other hotels nearby, but the Geo Hotel Grindavik, which has on-site hot tubs, provides a good alternative.
The four-pearl Silica Hotel is the lodging for the famous Blue Lagoon, surrounded by a dramatic landscape that's rich in geothermal mineral water. The hotel has its own smaller private lagoon, so that guests need not compete with the public for space in the touristy medicinal waters. The serene atmosphere makes the Silica popular with couples, as well as with those seeking treatments for a variety of skin conditions. Limited access to the public lagoon is included, but it's a walk to all the main facilities from the hotel. Travelers only seeking housing close to the Blue Lagoon can check out the Northern Light Inn, which is nearby and has much lower rates.
The four-pearl Silica Hotel is the lodging for the famous Blue Lagoon, surrounded by a dramatic landscape that's rich in geothermal mineral water. The hotel has its own smaller private lagoon, so that guests need not compete with the public for space in the touristy medicinal waters. The serene atmosphere makes the Silica popular with couples, as well as with those seeking treatments for a variety of skin conditions. Limited access to the public lagoon is included, but it's a walk to all the main facilities from the hotel. Travelers only seeking housing close to the Blue Lagoon can check out the Northern Light Inn, which is nearby and has much lower rates.
Situated about 75 minutes south of Reykjavik, the Hotel Ranga is a 51-room luxury property that's in proximity to some of Iceland’s most spectacular natural and remote wonders. It’s best known for its exceptional views of the northern lights, and even has its own observatory with high-end telescopes for serious stargazers. Frequented by celebrities and honeymooners, the hotel features cozy cabin decor, an exceptional restaurant with a free breakfast, and outdoor geo-thermal hot tubs. Guest rooms range from continental-themed suites to Standard and Deluxe Rooms with simple decor; most have hot tubs and outdoor terraces. Travelers hoping to see the northern lights at a lower price point could try the nearby Stracta Hótel Hella.
Situated about 75 minutes south of Reykjavik, the Hotel Ranga is a 51-room luxury property that's in proximity to some of Iceland’s most spectacular natural and remote wonders. It’s best known for its exceptional views of the northern lights, and even has its own observatory with high-end telescopes for serious stargazers. Frequented by celebrities and honeymooners, the hotel features cozy cabin decor, an exceptional restaurant with a free breakfast, and outdoor geo-thermal hot tubs. Guest rooms range from continental-themed suites to Standard and Deluxe Rooms with simple decor; most have hot tubs and outdoor terraces. Travelers hoping to see the northern lights at a lower price point could try the nearby Stracta Hótel Hella.
This 122-room Stracta Hotel is located in Hella, around 80 minutes south of Reykjavik, making it well-located to take in some of Iceland’s natural wonders. The main building is stylish, but the outbuildings -- where most rooms are located -- have a more industrial look. Interiors are minimalistic and modern, from the lobby to the rooms, which feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. However, some share bathrooms. Features are include a bar, coffee shop, garden, terrace, outdoor hot tub, and sauna. A free buffet breakfast is available, and lunches and evening meals are served in the restaurant. Rates are reasonable for the area, but those with bigger budgets might try nearby Hotel Ranga, which has its own observatory for viewing the Northern Lights.
This 122-room Stracta Hotel is located in Hella, around 80 minutes south of Reykjavik, making it well-located to take in some of Iceland’s natural wonders. The main building is stylish, but the outbuildings -- where most rooms are located -- have a more industrial look. Interiors are minimalistic and modern, from the lobby to the rooms, which feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. However, some share bathrooms. Features are include a bar, coffee shop, garden, terrace, outdoor hot tub, and sauna. A free buffet breakfast is available, and lunches and evening meals are served in the restaurant. Rates are reasonable for the area, but those with bigger budgets might try nearby Hotel Ranga, which has its own observatory for viewing the Northern Lights.
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.
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.