Top 10 Specialty lodgings in South Region, Iceland

June 11, 2023 Russell Mellin

Discover the best Specialty lodgings in South Region including Midgard Base Camp, Vik Apartments, Hotel Eyjafjallajokull, Hotel Drangshlid, Guesthouse 14, Geysir Cottages, Magma Hotel, Eldhraun Guesthouse, Black Beach Guesthouse, Midgard Base Camp.
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1. Midgard Base Camp

Dufthaksbraut 14, Hvolsvollur 860 Iceland
Excellent
93%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 321 reviews

Midgard Base Camp

Accommodation. Restaurant. Bar. Adventure Tours. Midgard is your base for adventure travel in South Iceland. We are a local family business offering a unique combo: with Midgard Base Camp as hostel/hotel and restaurant and Midgard Adventure as a tour operator and travel agency. Meet and chat here with locals and fellow travelers. Events such as concerts of local Icelandic artists, free yoga-classes and others are taking place at Midgard Base Camp on a regular basis. A sweet plus for only the overnight guests, Midgard offers a rooftop hot tub and sauna with spectacular views on gracing horses, mountains and the world famous Eyjafjallajokull.

Suggested to everyone around !!!

Reviewed By Endijs

We accidentally dropped in here for a dinner and we loved it here ! Family owned, super friendly and the burger was sooooo good. If you are areound seek no more , this is the place you want to be in and have lunch/dinner/stay ivernight

2. Vik Apartments

Sletuvegur 4 - 8, Vik 870 Iceland
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 58 reviews

Vik Apartments

Welcome to Vík Apartments, which opened in June 2018. We offer fully furnished apartments for short-term rent in the heart of Vík. The apartments are bright and modern and have a fantastic view, with spacious south terrace facing offering magnificent views over the black sand beach and the Reynisdrangar pillars. The hotel’s environment is magnificent, surrounded by mountains, glaciers and the sea. All of the South Coast‘s natural pearls are in reach, and in addition, the bird life is varied; here are among the largest Artic tern and puffin colonies in Iceland. The village Vík is also immensely beautiful, so it is ideal to take a relaxed walk around it on a mild evening after a good dinner at one of the many great restaurants in Vík.

Spacious and Modern Apartment in a good location

Reviewed By Hoppy_Chicago

This apartment was quite large and perfect for my family of 4. We were walking distance to restaurants, groceries, etc. The in-unit laundry was definitely a huge plus as well (bring or buy your own detergent). Check in/out was a breeze at the nearby hotel reception. Highly recommend!

3. Hotel Eyjafjallajokull

Fljótshlíð, Hvolsvollur 861 Iceland
Excellent
22%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
11%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 72 reviews

Hotel Eyjafjallajokull

Delicious food at the hotel restaurant

Reviewed By Wtraveler2017

I stayed at this hotel for 2 nights to take a break from my ring road trip after visiting the sites on the Golden Circle. I stayed 2 nights in part because I did a day trip to Thorsmork area by bus. The bus station to Thorsmork is located at N1 gas station in Hvolsvöllur and it is just a 5-minute drive from this hotel. The hotel serves dinner and breakfast. The food is so delicious. I had really a good meal after a big hike in Thorsmork.

4. Hotel Drangshlid

Drangshlid 1, Skogar 861 Iceland
Excellent
0%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
40%
Poor
20%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 5 reviews

Hotel Drangshlid

agriturismo molto buono perfetto per aurora

Reviewed By Baobab3

agriturismo a Skogar, perfetto punto di appoggio per escursioni nella costa sud est. è isolato e intorno non c'è inquinamento luminoso quindi è perfetto per la caccia all'aurora boreale! noi l'abbiamo vista direttamente dal cortile dell' hotel. il posto è semplice ma ha tutto ciò che serve e il personale è gentile e disponibile. scelta vegana su richiesta, altrimenti il menu è fisso e deciso da loro (quando siamo andati noi, era tutto pesce). le grandi vetrate rendono magico il momento della colazione. sarete accolti da una dolcissima cagnolona! consigliato!

5. Guesthouse 14

Birkivellir 14, Selfoss 800 Iceland
Excellent
63%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 8 reviews

Guesthouse 14

Guesthouse 14 is a cozy guesthouse, with four rooms and one shared bathroom. It is located in Selfoss, a town of approximately 5000 inhabitants just about 50 kilometres from Reykjavik. Selfoss is driving distance from many of southern Iceland’s legendary tourist attractions including the Golden Circle (Geysir, Gullfoss and Þingvellir). While in Selfoss you can take leisurely day trips to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland such as Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Other places of interest nearby are the old fishing villages of Eyrabakki and Stokkseyri, the volcanic crater lake Kerid, scenic walking trails and much more. Guesthouse 14 is easy walking distance to the community swimming pool and to downtown Selfoss where you will find many unique shops and restaurants. We are happy to help you with any questions you may have about what to do and see while you are in Iceland. We look forward to meeting you.

Good value for money

Reviewed By TravellerChamonix

Nice guesthouse in the city centre of Selfoss, within walking distance of restaurants. The owners are friendly. The facilities are clean and there are two bathrooms (shower + toilets) for 4 bedrooms so we never had to queue to use the bathroom. There is a small fridge in the shared area where you can keep some small food items. The guesthouse is upstairs so this is not for people who can't go up the stairs. All in all the best value for money we got in Iceland!

6. Geysir Cottages

Geysir, Haukadalur 801 Iceland
Excellent
39%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
13%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 23 reviews

Geysir Cottages

Cottage close by geysirs

Reviewed By Globetrotters6366

We had a room in a cottage with a nice view. The room was spacious. It was not soundproof when the neighbours talked to each other we could here them. Breakfast was included and was delicious and the view from the restaurant in little geysir was beautiful. We booked diner in the Geysir hotel. The restaurant is beautiful, the food was delicious and we had a view on the geysir.

7. Magma Hotel

Tunga, Kirkjubaejarklaustur 880 Iceland
Excellent
90%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 283 reviews

Magma Hotel

Magma Hotel is a small and intimate hotel located in one of the most beautiful regions of south Iceland, close to Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The view from the hotel is unique--a lake rich with birdlife, moss covered lava fields, a black sand glacial river, as well as volcanoes and glaciers looming in the distance. It’s also the perfect place to catch a glimpse of the majestic northern lights in winter. Stay at Magma Hotel to relax and enjoy nature in a modern, yet charming atmosphere.

Perfect spot

Reviewed By C8637LXjamesw

The rooms are modern and comfortable. The location is excellent. Quiet and peaceful. The restaurant was amazing. Our meals were outstanding. Artic char was perfect. Great restaurant belying the location. Staff were friendly and we were very happy to be here.

8. Eldhraun Guesthouse

Meðallandsvegur Syðri-Steinsmýri, Kirkjubaejarklaustur 881 Iceland
Excellent
52%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 75 reviews

Eldhraun Guesthouse

Wonderful cottage

Reviewed By kristinhronn

Spent one night there, when driving from the east coast to Reykjavík. The beds were really comfortable, shower nice, but what I will remember most is the nature and how peaceful it was. We were lucky and saw amazing aurora lights while relaxing in the hot tub. Definitely recommend and will for sure go there again!

9. Black Beach Guesthouse

4 Unubakki, Thorlakshofn, Olfuss Iceland
Excellent
57%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Black Beach Guesthouse

Nice and cheap place to stay

Reviewed By Elinamic

Our room at Black Beach Guesthouse was modern and had everything we needed (even a small fridge), even though it was a bit small (and we even got the larger room). The bathroom was a bit small too but it was clean nevertheless. The only downside was the rather big step you had to make to get in and out of the shower. The guesthouse does not have any stuff you get in and out of the building using lock pads. This is the same for the rooms too. There is parking right in front of the building. However, there was no lift and we had to carry our bags from the stairs and through some heavy doors. The location is ok. There weren't many things in the area but the guesthouse is in close proximity to other towns like Selfoss.

10. Midgard Base Camp

Dufthaksbraut 14, Hvolsvollur 860 Iceland
Excellent
93%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 321 reviews

Midgard Base Camp

Accommodation. Restaurant. Bar. Adventure Tours. Midgard is your base for adventure travel in South Iceland. We are a local family business offering a unique combo: with Midgard Base Camp as hostel/hotel and restaurant and Midgard Adventure as a tour operator and travel agency. Meet and chat here with locals and fellow travelers. Events such as concerts of local Icelandic artists, free yoga-classes and others are taking place at Midgard Base Camp on a regular basis. A sweet plus for only the overnight guests, Midgard offers a rooftop hot tub and sauna with spectacular views on gracing horses, mountains and the world famous Eyjafjallajokull.

Suggested to everyone around !!!

Reviewed By Endijs

We accidentally dropped in here for a dinner and we loved it here ! Family owned, super friendly and the burger was sooooo good. If you are areound seek no more , this is the place you want to be in and have lunch/dinner/stay ivernight

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