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Farmhotel Efstidalur
Golden Circle
A farm hotel where the same family has lived since 1750, serving its own dairy and beef.
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Boutique hotels in Golden Circle
Country hotels near Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss, from turf-house suites to a lava-field design hotel.
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Where to stay in Golden Circle
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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse
Golden Circle
A converted 1920s schoolhouse on the Laugarvatn lakeshore with lake views, near the Fontana baths.
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Hotel Geysir
Golden Circle
A hotel at the heart of the Golden Circle, next to the Geysir geothermal area.
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ION Adventure Hotel
Golden Circle
A distinctive design hotel on the Nesjavellir lava field, with a geothermal pool and a northern lights bar.
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Torfhús Retreat
Golden Circle
Turf-house-style suites near Selfoss with private basalt hot tubs and an observatory for stargazing.
The Golden Circle is Iceland's classic loop: Þingvellir's rift valley, the Geysir geothermal field and Gullfoss waterfall, all within about two hours of Reykjavík. Staying overnight gives you the sites at the quiet ends of the day, and the area has some of the country's most distinctive small hotels.
Where to stay
Torfhús Retreat near Selfoss builds its suites in the style of turf farmhouses, with private basalt hot tubs and a small observatory. ION Adventure Hotel at Nesjavellir is a modern design hotel with a Northern Lights bar. Hotel Geysir sits beside the geyser field itself.
Good to know
Come early or late to avoid the tour buses. In winter, check road conditions before driving. The Secret Lagoon, Laugarvatn Fontana baths and the Friðheimar tomato farm restaurant are good stops along the way.
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Questions about Golden Circle
How many boutique hotels are there in Golden Circle?
We list 5 boutique hotels in Golden Circle, including Farmhotel Efstidalur, Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse and Hotel Geysir.
