Iceland is known for its extreme geological contrasts. The land of fire and ice comprises some of the world’s highly active volcanoes which of course has resulted in the most stunning volcanic black sand beaches.
It’s also home to some of the largest glaciers in Europe. The land of light and darkness is vibrant with 24 hours of sunshine in summer whereas the winter days offer only a few hours of it.
Do you want to behold the splendor of this country by your own eyes, and searching for a place to spend your vacation? Check these comfortable and stunning Airbnbs in Iceland.
Airbnb Alternatives – Heard of Vrbo?
A rental brand similar to Airbnb and under the Expedia brand. With the ever-changing cleaning fees and lack of customer service with Airbnb some renters’ experience, we have decided to update our posts with some options.
So, What Sets Airbnb and Vrbo Apart?
While both online platforms for holiday rentals provide options for short and extended stays and each possesses its own advantages, there exist five notable distinctions between them.
• Vrbo primarily focuses on entire home rentals.
• Airbnb boasts a larger inventory of listings.
• Vrbo typically offers more competitive pricing.
• Airbnb promotes swift review submissions.
• Vrbo excels in customer service.
Check out their rentals here from their USA site, UK Site and Canada Site if you are visiting from any other country click on whichever currency you prefer. The US and Canada links, show prices in dollars and the UK will show prices in pounds but you will still see the same listings for rentals.
Best Iceland Airbnbs Not To Miss
We have already shared some of the coolest Airbnbs in Reykavik in addition to a guide to the best areas to stay in Reykavik.
Iceland is known for being expensive but there are areas where you can save money. This can be by use of Airbnb when visiting Iceland or by saving money with our guide on the cheapest places to eat in Iceland.
Spend your Iceland days with convenience, comfort, and soothing sea breezes. Offering you a great view of Lava coastline, the 105 sq m house perfectly suffices 4 guests with three bedrooms and four beds.
With a comfortable shower room, the place will offer you an outdoor wooden hot tub. The personal kitchen offers necessary equipment and tableware, and facilities like Wi-Fi, workspace, TV, heater, and free parking are available.
The place is in Stokkseyri region and is one of the coolest Airbnbs in Iceland.
Sleeps: 4 people
Price: £186/$255 per night
Located on Iceland’s South coast, the cabin is a charmer with the view of mountains on one side, and coastline on another.
Despite being in a remote place, the main road is pretty nearby, and attractions like waterfalls, volcanoes, and black sand beaches are also close.
The 32 sq m cabin is spacious for 4 guests, offering one bedroom, a living space with sofa and bunk bed, equipped kitchen, and shower room. You will receive amenities like TV, Wi-Fi, free parking, and more.
Sleeps: 4 people
Price: £123 / $168 per night
Enjoy the magnificence of Reynisfjara, Glaciers, and Dyrholaey from this serene cottage. The Vik village is 10 minutes away and right after a 5 minutes’ walk, you will find basalt columns and caves at the beach.
The place is perfect for hosting 4 guests, and amenities like Wi-Fi, heating, personal kitchen, and free parking are also offered. For offering coziness to the guests, the cottage has 1 bedroom and 1 bathing room.
Sleeps: x people
Price: x per night
You will feel the nature around and enjoy the view of Hafnarfjall Mountain and the ocean during your stay here.
Perfect for romantic vacations, the 27 sq m studio is sufficient for 2 people with one bed and one shower room.
Along with a finely equipped personal kitchen, free Wi-Fi, hot water, free parking will be available for you at this waterfront studio. You need to cross the bridge to reach the Borgarnes town.
Sleeps: 2 people
Price: £99 / $135 per night
This dome-shaped house is truly one of the best Airbnbs in Reykjavik. The 25 sq m dome proficiently suffices two guests with one bedroom (1 King-Sized Bed), and one bathing room with sink.
Equipped with kitchen, free parking, Wi-Fi are just a few from the amenities available here. The host can even offer you trips to the golden circle, Northern Light Tours, snowmobile tours, and more.
Sleeps: 2 people
Price: £142 / $194 per night
The oceanfront villa is waiting for you with a one-bedroom apartment. The place is between the airport and Reykjavik.
Being romantic in nature, the villa will welcome two guests with one spacious bedroom and a comfortable shower room. You can enjoy the majestic view of the mountain and ocean, and there is even a private beach and Jacuzzi facility.
Amenities like free parking, hot tub, personal kitchen are also available. The location is 35 km away from downtown Reykjavik and 15 km from Blue Lagoon.
Sleeps: 2 people
Price: £126 / $172 per night
Perfect for receiving 2 guests, the elegantly furnished studio is one of the coolest Airbnbs in Iceland and resides right at the heart of Reykjavik.
With pickup places within 2 minutes, you can also go to the trips for Golden Circle, northern lights, whale watching, and more and come back again at night.
The studio is furnished with 2 beds and 1 soothing shower room. Facilities like personal kitchen, Wi-Fi, personal workspace are very available.
Sleeps: 2 people
Price: £94 / $128 per night
Specially designed for couples or small families, the house is cozy with one bedroom (1 double bed) and one bathing room.
It is located in Sunnuhlio, and one from the three look-alike houses. While staying, you can enjoy mesmerizing views of Akureyri and Eyjafjörður.
After a few minutes’ walk, you can reach the Folk and Outsider Art Museum. You can also use free Wi-Fi, heating, personal kitchen, high chairs, free parking, and more.
Sleeps: 2 people
Price: £99 / $128 per night
With 3 spacious beds, one bathing room, and an entirely equipped kitchen, this studio is all you will need for crafting convenience in Iceland.
The studio accepts up to 4 guests and located in one compelling secluded spot, 7 km away from #1. As complimentary amenities, you will avail of heating, free Wi-Fi, free parking, etc.
You can also access the camp side BBQ grill. For availing services like a gas station, pharmacy, post office, and ATM, you need to reach a nearby village called Hvammstsngi.
Sleeps: 4 people
Price: x per night
This uniquely designed summerhouse is one of the best Airbnbs near Golden Circle, which suffices up to 6 people.
Situated in Uthild, the place boasts with its closeness to places like Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerdid, and Thingvellir. The cottage has 2 bedrooms with 2 queen-sized beds and one spacious bathroom.
The house is kept warm with geothermal water running through pipes. After checking in, you can use the personally equipped kitchen, free parking, workspace, hot tub, and more.
Sleeps: 6 people
Price: £206 / $281 per night
You can enjoy watching midnight sun in summer, and winter is the time of beholding the beauty of Aurora Borealis from this 1 bedroom studio.
The house is in Vaðlaheiði, close to Akureyri. Hence, you can visit Sulur Mountain, hire horses for midnight sun rides, enjoy naturally heated pools, and more.
The place is perfect for couples with one bedroom (1 Queen Bed) and one spacious bathroom. Amenities like kitchen, parking, Wi-Fi are also available.
Sleeps: 2 people
Price: £88 / $120 per night
This villa is present to craft convenience with modern-day commodities. The medium-sized bedrooms, prolifically equipped kitchen, spacious living room are enough for receiving 6 visitors.
Besides, Jacuzzi, heating, Wi-Fi, and closeness to highway and airport are a few more added advantages. The Place is in Akureyri, and close to waterfalls like Dettifoss, and Grand Canyon of Jökulsárgljúfur, etc.
Sleeps: 5 people
Price: £203 / $277 per night
These Airbnbs are amazing for many reasons, from offering magnificent views from being close to many visiting spots. So, if you want to stay in Iceland with convenience, these Airbnbs would be perfect for you.
Also See:
- Top Tips On Visiting Blue Lagoon
- Iceland By Campervan
- Most Unique Places To Stay In Iceland
- Why You Need To Visit Vik
- The Best Budget Places To Eat In Reykjavik
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