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1. Deplar Farm ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Efstidalur II ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

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4. Grand Guesthouse Gardakot

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5. Hali Country Hotel

Category: Unique Accommodations
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6. Hjardarbol Guesthouse

© Hjardarbol Guesthouse

7. Iceland Hotels: Hotel Fljotshlio

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Hótel Fljotshlíio

8. Hotel Grimsborgir

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Hotel Grimsborgir

9. House On The Hill - Guesthouse

© House On The Hill – Guesthouse

10. Hrifunes Guesthouse

© Hrifunes Guesthouse

11. Icelandair Hotel Vik

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Icelandair Hotel Vik

12. Icelandair Hotel Klaustur

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Icelandair Hotel Klaustur

13. Lambhus Glacier View Cabins by Vatnajökull National Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Lambhus Glacier View Cabins by Vatnajökull National Park

14. Lava Water Accommodation Miohraun

© Lava Water Accommodation Miðhraun

15. Iceland Hotels: Nonhamar

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Nónhamar

16. Reykjavik4you Apartments Hotel

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Reykjavik4you Apartments Hotel

17. Selfoss HI Hostel

© Selfoss HI Hostel

18. Siglo Hotel

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Sigló Hótel

19. Silfurberg Farm & Hotel

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Silfurberg Farm & Hotel

20. Silica Hotel

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Silica Hotel

21. The Highland Center Hrauneyjar

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© The Highland Center Hrauneyjar

22. The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland

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23. Brunnavellir Accommodation

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What is Iceland best known for?
    Answer: Iceland is best known for its stunning scenery and friendly locals.
  • Question: What natural features can be found in Iceland?
    Answer: Iceland is home to lava fields, geysers, and countless volcanoes.
  • Question: What are some accommodation options in Iceland?
    Answer: Options include cozy family-run retreats in the wilderness and luxurious five-star resorts with all the amenities.
  • Question: What is the purpose of these accommodation options?
    Answer: These options provide a place to base yourself while exploring the country.

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