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.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Geysir Hot Springs during your travels in Bláskógabyggd. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Seljalandsfoss during your travels in Stóridalur. Discover the area's mountain views and waterfalls.
"Spacious, clean, and had everything we needed for our stay. We especially appreciated the washer and dryer after living out of a carryon for 3 weeks!"
"This place looks like nothing from the road. Probably an farmhouse at one point. They had some nice Christmas lights on the building to cheer it up. They are maybe 5 miles (8 km) west of Vik. The road to town goes up and over, with some switchbacks, so it could be dicey for tourists in the winter if the weather is bad.
I was traveling with my daughter, so the room with two beds (room #2) worked out well. I really liked this place. The young man who checked us in was friendly and effective. The room was nice and clean and quiet. We had flown in from the USA, arrived at Reykjavik at 7 am local time and spent the next 12 hours sightseeing and driving, so when we got to Volcano Hotel, we were tired. Ran into town for dinner. They leave the front door of the hotel unlocked and go home for the night, so that tells you how safe things are. There are not many other businesses or people around. The hotel has a southern view and you can see the ocean not too far way.
The shower was a bit odd for an American, but I have no complaints. The water was hot and the water pressure was good. No surprise in Iceland. The bathroom was large and clean.
The breakfast was the best we had in Iceland in our 4 days. Included with the room. A young man cooked us scrambled eggs to order, but the items they had out for us were excellent. (Breads, cheeses, meats, etc) The little espresso/latte/coffee machine was a nice added bonus.
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ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels
10/10 Excellent
"Our second time there and we already can't wait to return. The room we had was lovely, well appointed, clean and quiet in the new wing of the hotel. The staff are all friendly, helpful and knowledgable. Restaurant food good and position in Thingvellir NP is great for visiting all areas of the Golden Circle. "
"Absolutely adored this gem! We got to see the northern lights from our bed and also got to step out to see them. Small but cozy. Truly a great experience. "
"Amazing we got upgraded to a premium room. Receptionist was ultra helpful and lovely. Breakfast for a wheat free person was great too and choices which is rare.
We will be back. "
"Nice place that worked perfectly for the 1 night stay for our family. Modern, clean, bar with food onsite was great for our late arrival. Nice to have the kitchenette and views from the room we chose.
Didnt realize it was also a hostel (?) in another area so there were plenty of young people working and hanging out in the bar, but it wasn't in any way negetive. The bartender was friendly and the pizza & wine were very tasty and appreciated after a long day.
Would definitely stay again."
