Golden Circle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gullfoss Waterfall which includes a cascade, mist or fog and rapids
Geysir Hot Springs which includes a hot spring
Gullfoss Waterfall which includes mist or fog, a cascade and a gorge or canyon
Geysir Hot Springs featuring tranquil scenes and mist or fog
Gullfoss Waterfall showing a cascade
Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels
Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels
4 out of 5
Asborgir 30, Selfoss, Southern Region
The price is AU$429 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$429
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Selfoss. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (375 reviews)
"Rating: 5/5 Title: Luxurious Retreat in the Golden Circle – A Memorable Stay I recently stayed at Hotel Grímsborgir by Keahotels in Selfoss, and it was truly one of the most memorable parts of my Iceland trip. The hotel is set in a beautifully quiet and remote area, which makes it a perfect base ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
4 out of 5
Sigtun 28, Reykjavik
The price is AU$253 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$253
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Staff were absolutely great ans helpful. Would recommend this hotel!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
The price is AU$321 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$321
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is convenient because of the pickup drop off for tours location. I loved the view from the Tower. The breakfast had a good variety of food. We were able to find shortcuts to the main road in the city and it was definately walkable."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
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Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant
Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant
3 out of 5
Minni-Borg, Selfoss
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Selfoss. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (326 reviews)
Fantastic place to stay.
"A fantastic place to stay, and a brilliant base for the sights of south Iceland. Friendly staff and the room itself had everything you could need for the price, plus a little bit more. Had to use the spare duvet as a pillow, as I like a firm pillow, but that's more personal preference."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant
Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle
Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle
4 out of 5
Kerbyggð 1, Selfoss, South Iceland
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Selfoss. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Excellent location! The place was spotless and the staff was amazing! Great communication!"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2025

Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle
Amazing cabin with warm interior, hot tub, fire place, projector & magical views
Amazing cabin with warm interior, hot tub, fire place, projector & magical views
Grímsnes
Stay at this cabin in Selfoss. Enjoy patios, Netflix, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
Cozy, comfortable, and safe
"My boyfriend and I travelled from the US for our first time ever to Iceland. The cabin was super comfortable and the location was perfect for enjoying a lot of the golden circle. The projector movie screen was our favorite after long days of hiking and driving. Would definitely stay here again if ..."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

Amazing cabin with warm interior, hot tub, fire place, projector & magical views
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Popular places to visit

Kerid Crater

Kerid Crater

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Kerid Crater
Laugarvatn Fontana

Laugarvatn Fontana

You can take time to visit Laugarvatn Fontana during your travels to Laugarvatn. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Laugarvatn Fontana
Ulfarsfell Mountain

Ulfarsfell Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Ulfarsfell Mountain and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Lagafell. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Ulfarsfell Mountain

Reykjadalur Valley

Explore the great outdoors at Reykjadalur Valley, a lovely green space in Sveitarfélagid Ölfus. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Reykjadalur Valley

Brúarfoss

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brúarfoss during your travels in Blaskogabyggd. Wander the parks or discover the area's northern lights views.

Brúarfoss

Nesjavellir

After visiting Nesjavellir, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Nesjavellir

Cities near Golden Circle

Selfoss featuring rapids, a gorge or canyon and a cascade

Selfoss

Reykjavik

Reykjavik

Mosfellsbær

Mosfellsbær

Dyrholaey

Arborg