Golden Circle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gullfoss Waterfall which includes a cascade, mist or fog and rapids
Geysir Hot Springs which includes a hot spring
Gullfoss Waterfall which includes mist or fog, a cascade and a gorge or canyon
Geysir Hot Springs featuring tranquil scenes and mist or fog
Gullfoss Waterfall showing a cascade
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$609 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$609
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location and the staff was fantastic. However, there is no AC so you have to sleep with the windows open. In the summer, with almost 24 hours of daylight, this can be a challenge. Also, you hear people yelling and talking outside ALL night long. This also goes for vehicles ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is NZ$182 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$182
28 July - 29 July
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! (189 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here. The pods were very clean and quiet, and I slept well. I arrived early and was able to change and store my luggage. The room was comfortable and conveniently located. All staff members were helpful and friendly. I recommend staying here if you don’t require a full size ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$592 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$592
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
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Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant

Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant

3 out of 5
Minni-Borg, Selfoss
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Selfoss. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (347 reviews)
"Loved this spot; our whole group did! The pull-out couch was comfy for our movie night in, and we thoroughly enjoyed the hot tubs which were super clean and very warm. We would absolutely recommend this place to anyone seeking a quiet, lovely place to lay their head. My only recommendation to the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant
SAGA Circle Villas

SAGA Circle Villas

2 out of 5
1 Ásborgir, Selfoss, Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Selfoss. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"The hotel room was very hot and there were lots of mosquitoes so the windows could not be opened"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

SAGA Circle Villas
Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle

Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle

4 out of 5
Kerbyggð 1, Selfoss, South Iceland
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Selfoss. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
Absolutely loved it here!
"Everything about this stay was perfect! The space is perfect for a family, with full kitchen and living space and two full bedrooms for the unit we were in. Plus hot tub! I would move here! Communication was great on top of it."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle
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Popular places to visit

Kerid Crater

Kerid Crater

Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Kerid Crater
Laugarvatn Fontana

Laugarvatn Fontana

You can take time to visit Laugarvatn Fontana during your travels to Laugarvatn. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Laugarvatn Fontana
Ulfarsfell Mountain

Ulfarsfell Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Ulfarsfell Mountain and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Lagafell. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ulfarsfell Mountain

Reykjadalur Valley

Explore the great outdoors at Reykjadalur Valley, a lovely green space in Sveitarfélagid Ölfus. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Reykjadalur Valley

Brúarfoss

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brúarfoss during your travels in Blaskogabyggd. Wander the parks or discover the area's northern lights views.

Brúarfoss

Nesjavellir

After visiting Nesjavellir, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Nesjavellir

Cities near Golden Circle

Thingvellir National Park featuring tranquil scenes

Hveragerdi

Reykjavik

Reykjavik

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Kópavogur

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