Title: 10 Best Iceland Luxury Resorts & Hotels for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Top Cities in Iceland

![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127939-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Myvatn

[](https://expedia.ca/Myvatn-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d8842-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Reykjavik](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128369-Harpa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Reykjavik

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6054688-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Akureyri showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127933-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Akureyri

[](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d302-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

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#### Reykjanesbær

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjanesbr-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6227098-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Dyrholaey showing rugged coastline as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128054-Vik-I-Myrdal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Vik I Myrdal

[](https://expedia.ca/Vik-I-Myrdal-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6130429-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Selfoss featuring a gorge or canyon, rapids and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128003-Selfoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Selfoss

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## Check availability on Iceland Luxury Hotels

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This weekend

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## Our top choices for Iceland luxury hotels

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088100/1088087/baa231f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088100/1088087/c30e41a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088100/1088087/2d8cce0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088100/1088087/1c280d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Borg by Keahotels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Hotel-Borg-By-Keahotels.h1088087.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Reykjavik

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1,000 reviews)

"Lovely stay "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Julia

CA $299

CA $340 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Hotel-Borg-By-Keahotels.h1088087.Hotel-Information)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10259300/10259289/4df6b28a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10259300/10259289/7e52ae58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10259300/10259289/d1d2ced0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10259300/10259289/98749ca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Diamond Suites by Reykjavik Keflavik Airport

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Diamond-Suites.h10259289.Hotel-Information)

Reykjanesbær

8.8/10

Excellent

(42 reviews)

"The Diamond Suites were fantastic—a perfect, relaxing place to stay for our last night! The staff were wonderful and made sure everything went perfectly. Great stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Marisa

CA $660

CA $742 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Diamond-Suites.h10259289.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909600/909595/9ad712e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909600/909595/6acc8f38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909600/909595/9e2afd4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909600/909595/e0ba278e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### 101 Hotel, Reykjavik, a Member of Design Hotels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-101-Hotel.h909595.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Reykjavik

9.0/10

Wonderful

(283 reviews)

"Friendly staff and clean room. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Alejandro Jorge

CA $308

CA $350 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-101-Hotel.h909595.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9484600/9484576/4ca0ad37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9484600/9484576/36cc82a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9484600/9484576/924f1149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9484600/9484576/50d877cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Black Pearl Luxury Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Black-Pearl-Luxury-Apartments.h9484576.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Reykjavik

9.8/10

Exceptional

(684 reviews)

"Breakfast was spectacular---location and room size are superlative for families."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lee

CA $371

CA $422 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 6 - Feb 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Black-Pearl-Luxury-Apartments.h9484576.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Double or Twin Room with Hot Tub Access | Jetted tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644141/c6c34c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644141/w4676h3117x5y3-e7cbc4ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Double or Twin Room with Hot Tub Access | Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644141/37446538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644141/57a4a6b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Selfoss-Hotels-Hotel-Grimsborgir-Your-Golden-Circle-Retreat.h3644141.Hotel-Information)

Selfoss

9.4/10

Exceptional

(487 reviews)

"worth staying when visiting the area"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Davide

CA $270

CA $309 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Selfoss-Hotels-Hotel-Grimsborgir-Your-Golden-Circle-Retreat.h3644141.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1197100/1197028/2b3a1306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1197100/1197028/81115a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1197100/1197028/d79284d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1197100/1197028/a4603e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-1919-Hotel.h1197028.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Reykjavik

8.8/10

Excellent

(439 reviews)

"Staff are amazing!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Brenda

CA $274

CA $313 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-1919-Hotel.h1197028.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14730000/14729600/14729526/0ce39b63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14730000/14729600/14729526/f54503c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14730000/14729600/14729526/1a01377a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Corner Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14730000/14729600/14729526/96eff548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tower Suites Reykjavik

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Tower-Suites-Reykjavik.h14729526.Hotel-Information)

Laugardalur

9.6/10

Exceptional

(310 reviews)

"Beautiful corner suite with unrivaled views of Reykjavik! Perfect location and friendly, attentive staff, especially Kelly who anticipated our every need."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Samuel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Tower-Suites-Reykjavik.h14729526.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/479400/479400/5bdee037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/479400/479400/0b9b5065.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio apartment ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/479400/479400/35d48fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio apartment  | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/479400/479400/12e2d788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Castle House Luxury Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Castle-House-Luxury-Apartments.h479400.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Reykjavik

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1,171 reviews)

"It was a nice quiet location but very walkable to the downtown shopping and restaurants."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jeanette

CA $120

CA $229 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Castle-House-Luxury-Apartments.h479400.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12794300/12794262/48045d86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12794300/12794262/00d03f14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12794300/12794262/645557ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12794300/12794262/ba6b496d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Fagurholsmyri-Hotels-Fosshotel-Glacier-Lagoon.h12794262.Hotel-Information)

Fagurholsmyri

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1,003 reviews)

"The perfect stay when in the area. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Anat

CA $255

CA $292 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Fagurholsmyri-Hotels-Fosshotel-Glacier-Lagoon.h12794262.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7690000/7688100/7688096/0927c8cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7690000/7688100/7688096/4c9cf8c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7690000/7688100/7688096/0a7cecdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7690000/7688100/7688096/8ea0c9cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Vik

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Vik-I-Myrdal-Hotels-Hotel-Vik.h7688096.Hotel-Information)

Vik I Myrdal

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,000 reviews)

"Great location. Staff friendly and super helpful. Restaurant was good also. Rooms were spacious. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jim

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Vik-I-Myrdal-Hotels-Hotel-Vik.h7688096.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Iceland Hotel Reviews

![Grandi by Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45670000/45668900/45668818/b1a57485_y.jpg)

### Grandi by Center Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, nice sauna and spa."

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Grandi-By-Center-Hotels.h45668818.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Viking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3140000/3137300/3137274/a1909aca_y.jpg)

### Hotel Viking

10/10 Excellent

"Fun decor and great vibe. My son loved it."

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Hotel-Viking.h3137274.Hotel-Information)

![Fosshotel Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9040000/9031800/9031743/4c46e13b_y.jpg)

### Fosshotel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly and helpful staff, everyone was super professional. Breakfast was well prepared, clean and fresh food everyday, lots of gluten free choices.Attentive service when we needed anything extra. Would definitely stay again! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Fosshotel-Reykjavik.h9031743.Hotel-Information)

![Hótel Kría](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22850000/22847400/22847314/789bec52_y.jpg)

### Hótel Kría

10/10 Excellent

"Nice staff. Cosy, modern and clean. Great they have a Northern Lights wake-up service (although sadly there was no auroras during our stay). Great location. Would highly recommend."

[](https://expedia.ca/Vik-I-Myrdal-Hotels-Hotel-Kria.h22847314.Hotel-Information)

![Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4830000/4828900/4828813/697cc188_y.jpg)

### Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"Location, clean rooms, easy to walk to city activities."

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Icelandair-Hotel-Reykjavik-Marina.h4828813.Hotel-Information)

![Center Hotels Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1379300/1379245/e01fc18c_y.jpg)

### Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is in an excellent location, right in the heart of Reykjavik with great transport links and easily accessible. Staff on the front desk were warm and welcoming and catered to our needs. The room was clean and spacious, and we were on the 8th floor which had an amazing view over the city. Overall, we would definitely stay here again and would recommend to any family or friends that are visiting Reykjavik. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Center-Hotels-Plaza.h1379245.Hotel-Information)

![Aurora Hotel at Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport Terminal KEF](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6570000/6567400/6567348/d854117b_y.jpg)

### Aurora Hotel at Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport Terminal KEF

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, both the room and bathroom were spacious. The staff were helpful and the location to the airport could not have been nearer. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Aurora-Hotel-At-Reykjavik-Keflavik-Airport-Terminal-KEF.h6567348.Hotel-Information)

![KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22840000/22832400/22832352/12358e93_y.jpg)

### KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-Kex-Hostel-Reykjavik.h22832352.Hotel-Information)

![CityHub Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105700000/105690600/105690505/88505f3e_y.jpg)

### CityHub Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, clean, friendly staff, excellent amentities"

[](https://expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels-CityHub-Reykjavik.h105690505.Hotel-Information)

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