Southern Iceland

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Reykjavik showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views
Reykjavik which includes a statue or sculpture and a monument
Reykjavik which includes modern architecture, a church or cathedral and a statue or sculpture
Reykjavik which includes a sunset and an observatory
Photo provided by Guðmundur Ingólfsson
Photo provided by Guðmundur Ingólfsson

Where to stay in Southern Iceland

Reykjavik showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views

Downtown Reykjavik

5/5(281 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Gallery of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
Reykjavik which includes shopping and fashion

Laugardalur

4/5(29 area reviews)

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

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Háaleiti

4/5(73 area reviews)

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Háaleiti
Reykjavik Harbour which includes general coastal views, a bay or harbour and boating

Vesturbær

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

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Hlíðar

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.

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Holt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

Holt
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
The price is S$384 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
S$384
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Nice stay in a great location
"Hotel was clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking near by which was good for the car rental. Breakfast was pretty good too. Very short walk to the city center. Overall a great stay"

Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is S$220 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
S$220
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9/10 Wonderful! (208 reviews)
"First time that i stayed in a pod design. It was perfect for what i wanted; i only wanted a bed for one night before heading north. Bed was super comfy. Shared bathroom was clean and functional. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 2 Aug, 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Hótel Kría

Hótel Kría

3 out of 5
Sléttuvegur 12-14, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
The price is S$599 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
S$599
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,061 reviews)
"My friends and I didn't like the supper menu. We had to go out for Pizza. The room was nice but not much room for clothing. Had to live out of the suitcase."

Reviewed on 5 Aug, 2025

Hótel Kría
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Reykjavik Residence Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Hotel

4 out of 5
Vatnsstígur 2, Reykjavik, Capital Region
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,986 reviews)
"We loved our stay at this hotel. Staff was really responsive and catered to all our needs. Family suite was spacious, clean and had all required amenities."

Reviewed on 7 Aug, 2025

Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Vík Apartments

Vík Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Sléttuvegur 4-8, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (598 reviews)
"Beds were comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. The clothes washer and dryer worked well. Clean modern look. Convenient location. Quite spacious."

Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025

Vík Apartments
Black Beach Suites

Black Beach Suites

3 out of 5
Vik I Myrdal, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,198 reviews)
"Beautiful and convenient location and nice sized and well decorated suites. We never received welcome drink that was in reservation. We booked several units for a large group and that worked out well. Not too far from town. We would return."

Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025

Black Beach Suites
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Popular places to visit

Reykjavik Harbour showing outdoor art, a sunset and general coastal views

Reykjavik Harbour

Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.

Reykjavik Harbour
Blue Lagoon showing a luxury hotel or resort, modern architecture and a hot spring

Blue Lagoon

Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.

Blue Lagoon
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Explore the great outdoors at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hofn. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's glaciers.

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
Reykjavik featuring street scenes

Laugavegur

Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.

Laugavegur
Harpa featuring a bay or harbour, a sunset and general coastal views

Harpa

The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.

Harpa
Skogafoss which includes a river or creek and a waterfall

Skogafoss

Gaze up at the roaring waterfall that marks the point between the coastal highlands and the lowlands reclaimed from the sea.

Skogafoss
Photo by Audrey Stocker

Keflavik

Hofn featuring mist or fog, general coastal views and mountains

Höfn

Selfoss featuring a waterfall, rapids and a gorge or canyon

Selfoss

Reykjavik showing street scenes

Hella