South - Iceland Hotels
South Iceland, Iceland
South Iceland stretches along Iceland’s Atlantic coast from Thorlakshofn in the west and Jokulsarlon in the east. Glaciers, volcanoes, thermal springs, waterfalls and mountains populate this area, making South Iceland a fantastic destination for those who want to indulge in a variety of natural wonders, including seeing the Aurora Borealis. ... Read more »
South Iceland Attractions
- Thingvellir National Park
- Great Geysir
- Gullfoss Waterfall
South Iceland Activities
- Hike to the top of the Vatnajokull ice cap
- Snorkel or dive in the clear waters of Silfra
- See the black-sand beach of Vik i Myrdal
South Iceland Climate
The climate of South Iceland is relatively mild considering its northern latitude. The average temperature in winter is around 0°C and 12°C in summer, although the temperature on summer days can often reach 25°C. The climate of South Iceland is moderated by the North Atlantic and the Irminger currents.
Getting There & Around
Most people get to South Iceland by car, as there are no direct international or domestic flights. Small airports are located near South Iceland in Hofn and Vestmannaeyjar. Scheduled bus service covers most of South Iceland and offers a convenient way for many people to get around. There are also several tour companies offering day tours of the area by bus.
The attractions of South Iceland are only an easy day trip from Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik.
« HideIcelandair Hotel Fludir
3 Stars$110
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Vesturbrun 1 Fludir IS-845
Icelandair Hotel Fludir is close to Iceland's most stunning natural wonders and a great base for hiking... More hotel details
Ranga Hotel Hella
4 Stars$242
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Sudurlandsvegur Hella, South Iceland IS-851
The uniqueness of the hotels interior combined with the serenity of the surroundings and its central location to hotsp... More hotel details
$122
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Klausturvegur 6 Kirkjubaejarklaustur IS-880
Representing a superb base to explore Iceland's remote and haunting south coast, this hotel with comfortable accommoda... More hotel details
Spa Hotel Selfoss
4 Stars$205
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Eyrarvegi 2 Selfoss IS-800
An ideal place in the city of Selfoss, the Selfoss Hotel offers a warm welcome, pleasant ambience and convenient facil... More hotel details
