Centerhotel Miðgarður

Reykjavík, Iceland

This contemporary hotel on Reykjavík’s main shopping street has an intimate atmosphere in spite of its size. The minimalist guest rooms feature large windows and tasteful Nordic décor, and offer plenty of modern amenities. The hotel’s spacious Miðgarður Spa has an indoor soaking pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, cold showers, treatment rooms for massages, and a small gym. There’s also a secluded garden, a relaxed bar that hosts live music performances on Thursday evenings, and a restaurant that serves Nordic fusion cuisine created with fresh and local ingredients.

Hótel Egilsen

Stykkishólmur , Iceland

A family residence dating back to 1867, this boutique hotel in the fishing village of Stykkishólmur is infused with the charms of another era. Its ten small but comfortable guest rooms blend classic and contemporary style and feature nautical decor, bespoke furnishings, modern amenities, and lots of natural light. Cozy communal areas include a library and a lounge where homemade breakfasts and evening drinks are served. In the warmer months, the outdoor terrace is an ideal spot for relaxing with an Icelandic beer or freshly made smoothie while enjoying views of Breiðafjörður Bay and the nearby lighthouse.

Hotel Husafell

Borgarbyggð, Iceland

A stylish base from which to explore the fjords, valleys, volcanoes, craters, waterfalls, and glaciers of Iceland’s west, Hotel Húsafell is surrounded by some of the country’s most photogenic countryside. Behind the wooden façade that blends into the landscape, 48 welcoming rooms feature sleek and comfortable Nordic furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and paintings by Icelandic artist and sculptor, Páll Guðmundsson. The hotel restaurant offers panoramic views along with its elegant takes on Icelandic cuisine. Guests can also relax at the lounge and bar or enjoy casual fare at the hotel bistro. On the hotel grounds, you’ll find two geothermal pools, hot tubs, outdoor activities such as hiking, eco-walking, and golf. In winter, there’s a wake-up call service when the northern lights are visible.

Hotel Vik

Vik, Iceland

A contemporary and welcoming base from which to explore Iceland’s south coast, Hotel Vik is just a two-hour drive from Reykjavík. Behind the glass-faced modern façade, the guest rooms housed in the old and new buildings all have sleek Scandinavian décor and views of the seaside cliff or Reynisdrangar’s black sand beach and sea stacks. The hotel restaurant offers inspiring Icelandic cuisine, and the lobby bar hosts a daily happy hour and features an ocean-facing outdoor terrace during warm weather.