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4-star hotels in Iceland
This shortlist gathers 4-star hotels across Iceland, from manor houses and lakeside hotels to self-catering villas and cottages. It is for travellers who want a higher comfort level while touring the country, whether as a couple, a family or on a short break.
Staying in Iceland
Iceland pairs a compact, walkable capital with a countryside of glaciers, waterfalls and volcanic landscapes, and the accommodation here spreads from the Reykjavík area out to Lake Mývatn, Húsafell and the south coast. The listed addresses place the hotels in several distinct settings: Skálakot, Leirnavegur, Borgir, Sölvaslóð and Skeiðvellir in the south, Skutustadir by Lake Mývatn in the north, and Austurbyggð, Austurvegur 19 and Efri Ey 2 in the east.
That spread suits different trips. Couples and small groups may prefer the manor and villa stays with balconies, hot tubs and river or sea views, while families are served by the cottages and houses with family rooms, kitchens and gardens. Guests who want a restaurant, bar and reception on site can choose the larger hotels by Lake Mývatn and on Road Number 1, and business travellers will find desks, conference rooms and business centres among the facilities.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Skálakot Manor hotel
Skálakot, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereCouples and small groups get a quiet manor base at Skálakot, where a concierge can shape your days and breakfast is delivered to the room. Balconies and baths with bathrobes suit long evenings after exploring the countryside, and canoe access adds an active option on site. A 4.8 guest rating across 282 reviews reflects consistently strong stays.
See Skálakot Manor hotelUmi Hotel
Leirnavegur 243, Iceland
Best for: Business trips
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereUmi Hotel sits at Leirnavegur 243 with a beach nearby and a 24-hour front desk, so arriving late or leaving early stays easy. Business travellers can use the business center and banquet space, while the bar and snack corner cover downtime. Guests have rated it 4.7 from 365 reviews.
See Umi HotelHotel Gigur
Skutustadir Lake Myvatn, Iceland
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereHotel Gigur at Skutustadir Lake Myvatn suits families and pet owners: pets are allowed, facilities for disabled guests are provided, and there is a swimming pool and restaurant on site. Multilingual staff and free parking simplify a stay near the lake, and a 4.6 rating from 2131 reviews shows it holds up across a high volume of guests.
See Hotel GigurMid Hvoll Cottages
Suður Hvoll, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereMid Hvoll Cottages at Suður Hvoll are a self-catering pick for families, with family rooms, a garden and a beach nearby to fill the days. Free parking and free wifi keep the practical side covered, and express check-in shortens the arrival. Rated 4.5 by 246 guests.
See Mid Hvoll CottagesBrún
Austurbyggð 3, Iceland
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBrún in Austurbyggð 3 is a smart choice for travellers who want extra space: air conditioning, a dishwasher and fishing on the doorstep, plus a balcony and cot for families. Express check-in speeds things up. It carries a 5.0 guest rating, though from just 1 review, so treat that score as a first impression.
See BrúnHótel Lóa
Austurvegur 19, Iceland
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHótel Lóa at Austurvegur 19 centres on dining and comfort: a restaurant and bar, a breakfast room, and a fireplace for cold evenings. Lifts and non-smoking rooms help across the building, and room service is available. The guest rating of 4.0 comes from only 4 reviews.
See Hótel LóaHotel Reynihlid
Road Number 1, Iceland
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
Why stay hereHotel Reynihlid on Road Number 1 is a straightforward stop for road-trippers, with free parking and free internet access in the lounge. A conference room and bar cover both work and evening needs, and the gift shop is handy before heading onward.
See Hotel ReynihlidVilla South Iceland
Austurbyggd 24, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereVilla South Iceland in Austurbyggd 24 is built for groups and families, with family rooms, a games room and darts keeping everyone occupied. Free wifi and free parking remove the usual logistics, and a dishwasher and coffee make self-catering simple.
See Villa South IcelandLuxury Villa with River View
Austurbyggð 7, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLuxury Villa with River View on Austurbyggð 7 pairs family-friendly space with a garden and river views. Family rooms, high chairs and a cot suit younger guests, while a dishwasher and free parking make longer stays practical.
See Luxury Villa with River ViewBorgir The House by the Sea
Borgir, Iceland
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereBorgir The House by the Sea in Borgir puts a beach nearby and fishing within reach, with a garden setting for slow days. Family rooms, bathrobes and a cot cover comfort, and darts add an indoor option when the weather turns.
See Borgir The House by the SeaThe Holiday Houses by Stay in Iceland
Skaftártunguvegur Ásar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Holiday Houses by Stay in Iceland at Skaftártunguvegur Ásar are a strong fit for self-catering groups, thanks to kitchen and kitchenette options and a jacuzzi. Free parking and free wifi are included, and the cleaning service keeps the houses in order.
See The Holiday Houses by Stay in IcelandHúsafell holiday homes
Húsafell, Iceland
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHúsafell holiday homes combine a 24-hour front desk and banquet space with fishing nearby. Bathrooms, dishwashers and CD players make each home easy to settle into, and free wifi covers the practical side for longer stays.
See Húsafell holiday homesGlass House with Private River & 360 Views
Sölvaslóð 2, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereGlass House with Private River & 360 Views on Sölvaslóð 2 is for travellers who want a family-friendly base with fishing and horse back riding close by. Family rooms and free parking help groups, while a dishwasher and free wifi support self-catering.
See Glass House with Private River & 360 ViewsSkeiðvellir Panorama house
Skeiðvellir, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSkeiðvellir Panorama house offers a kitchen with oven and microwave, making it a practical pick for guests who prefer to cook. Non-smoking rooms, free parking and bathrobes round out the stay, and the desk suits anyone mixing work with travel.
See Skeiðvellir Panorama houseArctic Exclusive Ranch
Efri Ey 2, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereArctic Exclusive Ranch at Efri Ey 2 suits families and fishing trips, with family rooms, a garden and a balcony. A kitchen and dishwasher make self-catering easy, and free parking keeps arrivals simple in a remote setting.
See Arctic Exclusive Ranch
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skálakot Manor hotel | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Umi Hotel | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Hotel Gigur | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Mid Hvoll Cottages | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Brún | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Hótel Lóa | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Hotel Reynihlid | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Villa South Iceland | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Luxury Villa with River View | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Borgir The House by the Sea | ★★★★ | – | – |
| The Holiday Houses by Stay in Iceland | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Húsafell holiday homes | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Glass House with Private River & 360 Views | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Skeiðvellir Panorama house | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Arctic Exclusive Ranch | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Mid Hvoll Cottages, Villa South Iceland, Luxury Villa with River View, Borgir The House by the Sea, Glass House with Private River & 360 Views and Arctic Exclusive Ranch all list family rooms. Most also have a kitchen or kitchenette, a garden and free car parking, and several add cots, high chairs or a games room for children.
Mid Hvoll Cottages · Villa South Iceland · Luxury Villa with River View · Borgir The House by the Sea · Glass House with Private River & 360 Views · Arctic Exclusive Ranch
For couples
Skálakot Manor hotel, Umi Hotel and Skeiðvellir Panorama house offer bathrobes, a balcony or desk, and quiet countryside addresses in the south. With guest ratings of 4.8, 4.7 and a peaceful rural setting respectively, they suit two people looking for a calmer, more private stay.
Skálakot Manor hotel · Umi Hotel · Skeiðvellir Panorama house
Top-rated stays
Brún holds a guest rating of 5.0 from 1 review, Skálakot Manor hotel 4.8 from 282 reviews and Umi Hotel 4.7 from 365 reviews. The two manor and hotel options have the largest review bases in this shortlist, while Brún's score rests on a single stay.
On-site dining and services
Hotel Gigur, Hótel Lóa, Hotel Reynihlid and Umi Hotel all have a bar, and three of them list a restaurant. Hotel Gigur and Hótel Lóa add a swimming pool or lifts, while Umi Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, business centre and concierge for guests who want services on site.
Where to stay in Iceland
Austurbyggð
Three of the stays — Brún, Villa South Iceland and Luxury Villa with River View — sit on Austurbyggð. They are house-style properties with free car parking at two of them, and facilities such as dishwashers, cots, family rooms and gardens, which suits guests who want a self-contained base with a kitchen rather than hotel services.
Our picks here: Brún · Luxury Villa with River View
Lake Mývatn
Hotel Gigur stands at Skutustadir by Lake Mývatn in the north. It is the largest property on this shortlist by review count, with 2131 reviews and a guest rating of 4.6, and it offers a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, car parking and facilities for disabled guests.
Our picks here: Hotel Gigur
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Questions, answered
Which hotels on this list have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Hotel Gigur, Mid Hvoll Cottages, Hotel Reynihlid, Villa South Iceland, Luxury Villa with River View, The Holiday Houses by Stay in Iceland, Glass House with Private River & 360 Views, Skeiðvellir Panorama house and Arctic Exclusive Ranch.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Hotel Gigur is the only property on this shortlist that lists pets allowed. It is a 4-star hotel at Skutustadir by Lake Mývatn with a guest rating of 4.6 from 2131 reviews, and it also offers a restaurant, bar and swimming pool.
Which hotels have a pool or hot tub?
Hotel Gigur lists a swimming pool, and The Holiday Houses by Stay in Iceland lists a jacuzzi. No other property on this shortlist names a pool or hot tub among its facilities.
Which stay is best for families?
Mid Hvoll Cottages, Villa South Iceland, Luxury Villa with River View, Borgir The House by the Sea, Glass House with Private River & 360 Views and Arctic Exclusive Ranch all list family rooms. Several add cots, high chairs, gardens and kitchens, which suits families who want space and self-catering.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Brún has a guest rating of 5.0, based on 1 review. Among the properties with larger review bases, Skálakot Manor hotel scores 4.8 from 282 reviews and Umi Hotel 4.7 from 365 reviews.
Do any of these hotels have a restaurant?
Hotel Gigur, Hótel Lóa and Hotel Reynihlid list restaurants. Hotel Gigur also has a bar and swimming pool, Hótel Lóa has a bar, lifts and a breakfast room, and Hotel Reynihlid offers a bar, conference room and gift shop.
Do the hotels have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is listed at Mid Hvoll Cottages, Villa South Iceland, Luxury Villa with River View, The Holiday Houses by Stay in Iceland, Húsafell holiday homes, Glass House with Private River & 360 Views, Hotel Gigur and Hotel Reynihlid.
Are there hotels here with a 24-hour front desk?
Umi Hotel, Húsafell holiday homes and Hotel Reynihlid list a 24-hour front desk or reception. Umi Hotel and Hotel Reynihlid are 4-star hotels with bars, and Umi Hotel adds a business centre and banquet facilities.