South Coast Hotels

Insights from kimkim local specialists for our hand-selected hotels in South Coast, Iceland
The South Coast of Iceland, renowned for its scenic landscapes, glaciers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches, offers a range of kimkim-recommended accommodations that cater to any stay. If you're seeking a serene getaway with clear views of the glaciers, consider the family-run Glacier View Guesthouse. Or grab a room at Hotel Geysir, located near the famous Geysir geothermal area with easy access to the erupting geysers and the cascading Gullfoss waterfall. With upscale rooms and a restaurant serving Nordic cuisine, you might prefer the contemporary Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, nestled between two of Iceland's most spectacular natural attractions, Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Skaftafell nature reserve.
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Glacier View Guesthouse - Hrífunes
5.0
(7)
· Mid-Range
Glacier View Guesthouse in Hrífunes is a warm, family-run hotel in a remote location between two glaciers. Located a 3-hour drive from Reykjavík just off the Ring Road, the hotel offers access to some of the South Coast's most interesting attractions. The waterfall of Stjórnarfoss and the...
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Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon
4.7
(10)
· Upscale
Located between two of Iceland's most popular natural attractions, Skaftafell Nature Reserve and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon is ideal for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. While there are no shops or restaurants in the immediate vicinity, the hotel does put you at...
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Hotel Geysir
5.0
(4)
· Upscale
Experience the beauty of Geysir with a stay at the family-run Hotel Geysir, located just across from the site that's so iconic it gave us the word "geyser" in English. Walk less than five minutes to Geysir across the road or walk five minutes to Strokkur, which erupts every 6-10 minutes. You'll...
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Buubble Hotel Ölvisholt
4.7
(7)
· Mid-Range
Buubble, an innovative nature retreat, offers guests a unique sleeping experience inside a transparent bubble. Tucked amid a forest, about a 15-minute drive east of Selfoss, travelers are within reach of cultural sites like the Skyrland Museum and natural attractions such as the Urridafoss...
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Hótel Lækur
4.8
(4)
· Mid-Range
Hótel Lækur is a family-run country hotel almost directly between Selfoss and Vík, which makes it ideal for those who want to experience southern Iceland's landscape and sites along the Golden Circle. Selfoss is just over 40 minutes away, and Vík and the Black Sand Beach are an hour and 15...
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Vík Apartments
4.8
(4)
· Mid-Range
Vík Apartments offers a comfortable and modern stay for travelers looking for a bit of space and independence while exploring southern Iceland via the Ring Road. Vík's attractions are easily accessible from these self-service apartments. The black sand beach of Víkurfjara is a 5-minute walk, and...
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Magma Hotel
4.7
(3)
· Upscale
Immerse yourself in the natural phenomena of Southern Iceland with a stay in the modern Magma Hotel in the village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur. This small village is steeped in history, as it was strictly a Christian area in the Middle Ages that has become known for its local folklore surrounding...
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The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
5.0
(1)
· Luxury
If you're looking to experience Iceland's world-famous nature firsthand, you won't get much closer to it than The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland, a modern luxury hotel encircled by the Blue Lagoon's mineral-rich waters. Step outside into the hotel's private lagoon, which draws its waters from the...
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Dalshöfði Guesthouse
4.5
(2)
· Mid-Range
Enjoy a relaxing stay in this countryside guest house facing the Vatnajökull Glacier. Located four hours from Reykjavík, Dalshöfði Guesthouse offers a simple and modern stay just 25 minutes from Kirkjubæjarklaustur village, where you'll find sites like the natural hexagonal basalt deposits of...
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Silica Hotel
Upscale
Walk to the Blue Lagoon in just 10 minutes when you stay at the Silica Hotel, a stylish modern hotel located 20 minutes from the airport and 45 minutes from Reykjavík. Reach Selfoss, the nearest starting point of the Golden Circle, in just over an hour. Sites like the massive Gullfoss Waterfalls...
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UMI Hotel
Upscale
Stay year-round at the UMI Hotel, a modern space situated between the sea and the subglacial volcano Eyjafjallajökull. Located just off the Ring Road, UMI Hotel is just over two hours from Reykjavík and 2.5 hours from the airport. This property was once an abandoned farm, which a family...
Skálakot Manor Hotel
Upscale
Relax in this peaceful traditional setting just two hours from Reykjavík, right off of the Ring Road. Standing under the shadow of the Eyjafjallajökull Volcano, the family-run Skálakot Manor Hotel allows you to connect with Iceland's nature and wildlife, as it's tied to a farm that breeds the...
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Loa's Nest
Mid-Range
This family-run guesthouse offers simple and clean rooms and warm hospitality from a convenient location just outside of Hella, about an hour and 15 minutes from Reykjavík. The small town of Hella is just a 10-minute drive, where you'll find a handful of services and restaurants and the...
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