Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Black Sand Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from central Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Black Beach.
Skogafoss is just one of the landmarks located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Skogar, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip. If you like Skogafoss, you'll love Eyjafjallajokull, just a short drive away.
Check out the water views and take some great vacation pics at Landmannalaugar in Rangárþing ytra. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Fjallabak Nature Reserve, located nearby.
Great location, right across from the Geysirs and 10 minutes to Gullfoss waterfall. The room was spacious. Hotel common area was lovely and quiet. The only negative was the room was warm (no AC and no fan); the only solution is to turn the heat off and open the door (but there are quite a bit of insects in the area). At the hotel restaurant we ordered the chicken wings (very good), lamb chops (good), hamburger (odd).
Great location, right across from the Geysirs and 10 minutes to Gullfoss waterfall. The room was spacious. Hotel common area was lovely and quiet. The only negative was the room was warm (no AC and no fan); the only solution is to turn the heat off and open the door (but there are quite a bit of insects in the area). At the hotel restaurant we ordered the chicken wings (very good), lamb chops (good), hamburger (odd).
Super friendly staff. High quality dinner and breakfast (included). Bonus outdoor hot tubs with a view with robes to cover you from room to tubs. Unique setting and feel for this property.
Super friendly staff. High quality dinner and breakfast (included). Bonus outdoor hot tubs with a view with robes to cover you from room to tubs. Unique setting and feel for this property.
The only thing I did not like was the church bell across the street that rings every 15 minutes, but the hotel provides ear plugs. They were a great help.
The only thing I did not like was the church bell across the street that rings every 15 minutes, but the hotel provides ear plugs. They were a great help.
Allen James Swirz
Reviewed February 3, 2023Reviewed February 3, 2023
This is one of those hotels that you will want to stay forever. The location is unique, where you will have not matter which room an amazing view. I think the mountains views are the best! The service always impeccable. Rooms are spacious, not too much closets tho, but very modern. Breakfast was the best!!! You need to remember that this hotel is not near any big city, so if you want quietness and no city lights at night, this is your place. They have a restaurant but we didn’t eat there because...
This is one of those hotels that you will want to stay forever. The location is unique, where you will have not matter which room an amazing view. I think the mountains views are the best! The service always impeccable. Rooms are spacious, not too much closets tho, but very modern. Breakfast was the best!!! You need to remember that this hotel is not near any big city, so if you want quietness and no city lights at night, this is your place. They have a restaurant but we didn’t eat there because...
Napolitano
Reviewed December 6, 2019Reviewed December 6, 2019
I had the most enjoyable stay at Eyja Guldsmeden! A very clean hotel with excellent service! The breakfast was plentiful and delicious, and the location of the hotel is very convenient. Special thanks to Laura who was super nice and helpful with dining recommendations! Will be back!
I had the most enjoyable stay at Eyja Guldsmeden! A very clean hotel with excellent service! The breakfast was plentiful and delicious, and the location of the hotel is very convenient. Special thanks to Laura who was super nice and helpful with dining recommendations! Will be back!
The owner and staff were very accommodating and extremely helpful. They also went out of their way to make sure any questions we had were answered. Parking was free, great complimentary breakfast. Property is about a 40 minute drive from the airport, 15 min walk from the center of town. They really care about their business here. Support local small businesses. They truly care.
The owner and staff were very accommodating and extremely helpful. They also went out of their way to make sure any questions we had were answered. Parking was free, great complimentary breakfast. Property is about a 40 minute drive from the airport, 15 min walk from the center of town. They really care about their business here. Support local small businesses. They truly care.
Great location for viewing Northen Lihjts between Reykjavik and Vik, off the main highway so plenty of darkness to vie the stars and lights! We stayed in the apartment unit 3 - awesome with full kitchen and private bath too!
Great location for viewing Northen Lihjts between Reykjavik and Vik, off the main highway so plenty of darkness to vie the stars and lights! We stayed in the apartment unit 3 - awesome with full kitchen and private bath too!
Rodney
Reviewed September 21, 2026Reviewed September 21, 2026
Hotel Kria was a perfect place to stay on the southern coast of Iceland. It was a cozy and welcoming environment with very nice room accommodations. The location was perfect for exploring Thorsmork, walking along the black sand beaches, and served as our home base for exploring Skaftafell national park and the glacier lagoons. Probably our favorite part of our stay was the breakfast each morning (included in the price of the stay), which was an incredible spread and prepared us for each day of...
Hotel Kria was a perfect place to stay on the southern coast of Iceland. It was a cozy and welcoming environment with very nice room accommodations. The location was perfect for exploring Thorsmork, walking along the black sand beaches, and served as our home base for exploring Skaftafell national park and the glacier lagoons. Probably our favorite part of our stay was the breakfast each morning (included in the price of the stay), which was an incredible spread and prepared us for each day of...
Our one night stay at Landhotel was wonderful. From the moment we arrived everyone was super friendly and helpful. We stayed in April so the place was quiet and peaceful. The hotel feels very new and modern and is set away from all other ambient light sources, making it an ideal location for Northern Lights viewing. They took time to explain the amenities and dinner options. Our daughters have Celiac (gluten free) and they were great with food options for both dinner and breakfast including...
Our one night stay at Landhotel was wonderful. From the moment we arrived everyone was super friendly and helpful. We stayed in April so the place was quiet and peaceful. The hotel feels very new and modern and is set away from all other ambient light sources, making it an ideal location for Northern Lights viewing. They took time to explain the amenities and dinner options. Our daughters have Celiac (gluten free) and they were great with food options for both dinner and breakfast including...
Our stay was fantastic. Would stay again.
Small, but very clean and stylish hotel. SOLID breakfast options.
Great service at the restaurant. Felt like we were eating a classy dinner. And the BUTTER at this restaurant is phenomenal. It's been over a week since we stayed here and we can't stop talking about the bread and butter.
Our stay was fantastic. Would stay again.
Small, but very clean and stylish hotel. SOLID breakfast options.
Great service at the restaurant. Felt like we were eating a classy dinner. And the BUTTER at this restaurant is phenomenal. It's been over a week since we stayed here and we can't stop talking about the bread and butter.
Hotel Selja is in the perfect location to see and do so many things in Iceland! The rooms are very comfortable, clean and well designed. Lots of outlets, great waterfall shower which was very spacious, good wi-fi, very comfortable beds, black-out curtains to block out the midnight sun, and very beautiful surroundings. The views are amazing with waterfalls, glaciers, and lupines in full bloom, and the location is so quiet and peaceful. The breakfast was amazing and they offer a nice dinner menu...
Hotel Selja is in the perfect location to see and do so many things in Iceland! The rooms are very comfortable, clean and well designed. Lots of outlets, great waterfall shower which was very spacious, good wi-fi, very comfortable beds, black-out curtains to block out the midnight sun, and very beautiful surroundings. The views are amazing with waterfalls, glaciers, and lupines in full bloom, and the location is so quiet and peaceful. The breakfast was amazing and they offer a nice dinner menu...
There's a lot visitors like about Southern Region, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting Reykjadalur Valley and Thingvellir National Park. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Selfoss Church and Kerid Crater.
What is there to see around Southern Region?
Selfoss Church (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city center)
Kerid Crater (8.1 mi/13 km from the city center)
Reykjadalur Valley (8.7 mi/13.9 km from the city center)
Urridafoss Waterfall (9.9 mi/15.9 km from the city center)
Nesjavellir (14.7 mi/23.7 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Southern Region?
Laugarvatn Fontana (20.9 mi/33.6 km from the city center)
Turf House (4.8 mi/7.7 km from the city center)
Húsið á Eyrarbakka (6.7 mi/10.8 km from the city center)
Sjöminjasafnið á Eyrarbakka (6.7 mi/10.8 km from the city center)
Hella Golf Course (23.2 mi/37.4 km from the city center)