Sigló Hótel by Keahotels, Akureyri

• You'll stay in a picturesque location with impressive views of the Siglufjörður fjord and surrounding mountains.
• Rise early for a buffet breakfast at the hotel's Sunna Restaurant and watch the fishermen bring in your next fresh-caught meal.
• Step into the outdoor stone hot tub and take in the marina, mountains, and fjord views—and, if you're lucky, the northern lights.
• You're within steps of the Herring Era Museum, worth checking out to understand Siglufjörður's glory days as the "herring capital of the world."
• Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, notifying their guests when the aurora borealis makes an appearance.
• If visiting during the winter, Siglö Hótel's ski shuttle makes hitting the slopes all the more convenient (for a cost).

• Dinner portions at in-house Sunna Restaurant have been reported as being on the smaller side.

Authenticity

Beyond the painted wood-clad exterior, characteristic of many traditional Icelandic properties, Siglö Hótel's main appeal is its proximity to Northern Iceland's raw nature. The property borders Siglufjörður's small marina, with its in-ground stone hot tub mere feet from the water's edge—an excellent spot to take in the summer's midnight sun or watch the winter's northern lights dance. Siglö opened in 2015 under the Keahotels umbrella and marries classic Scandi design with understated romantic elements, like textured wallpaper, slate blue-painted walls, and gray and purple velvet furniture. 

Location

Sigló Hótel rests on the east side of Siglufjörður, a narrow fjord from which Iceland's most northern town is named, overlooking the marina. The remote location, accessed by a series of tunnels (Héðinsfjarðargöng), is a great base for hiking, skiing, mountain horseback riding, and fishing. Formerly the "herring capital of the world," you'll be within minutes away from the Herring Era Museum (across the street), art galleries, cafés, and the Folk Music Centre, giving you a glimpse into Iceland's one-of-a-kind folk singing and music, all rooted in Viking culture. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

There are six room types, accommodating up to three guests; all are spacious with wood floors and wood-paneled ceilings, and decorated with pale slate blue, purple, or taupes found in furnishings and/or on walls or patterned wallpaper (Suites). You'll find framed images highlighting the area's history and culture hung on walls, and you can expect plush beds, well-sized bathrooms with walk-in showers, Molton Brown toiletries, and soft robes and slippers—perfect for a visit to the hot tub or sauna. Most units include a window seat, a cozy spot to look over the harbor area, mountains, or fjord. Upgrade to a Suite for added space, an extra seating area, and a balcony.

Amenities

Family-Friendliness