Hotel Geysir, Golden Circle

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 find a few restaurants and service areas that you can walk or drive to, and you can take your pick from natural sites along the Golden Circle. The massive Gullfoss waterfall is 10 minutes away by car, Þingvellir National Park is 50 minutes away, Reykjavík is an hour and a half away, and the airport is just two hours away.

The building almost blends into the landscape, and inside, you'll find a mix of modern rooms and suites that use neutral tones and Scandinavian-style minimalism to create comfortable spaces. Standard and Deluxe Rooms are both spacious options, although Deluxe units include a French balcony and bathtub. Suites offer extra space and amenities, and the Geysir Suite is the most exclusive with its living room, dining room, large bathroom with a standalone bathtub, and balcony overlooking the mountains. Some options have sofa beds available for extra guests.

Besides its unbeatable location, Hotel Geysir also stands out thanks to its sustainability. The hotel works with local farmers and producers to supply its cozy restaurant and rooftop bar and terrace. Green and renewable energy power the entire hotel; all rooms are equipped with energy-saving technology, and you can ask the staff about ways you can contribute or make your stay more environmentally friendly.