Title: Golden Circle Travel Guide: Best of Golden Circle, Iceland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Golden Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Circle-Hotels.d6054695.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Golden Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Circle-Holiday-Rentals.d6054695.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Golden Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Golden-Circle.d6054695.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Golden Circle Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Golden-Circle.d6054695.Car-Hire-Guide)[Golden Circle Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Circle.d6054695.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Golden Circle Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Gullfoss Waterfall which includes mist or fog, rapids and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128557-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Geysir Hot Springs which includes a hot spring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128423-Geysir.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gullfoss Waterfall showing mist or fog, a gorge or canyon and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128545-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Geysir Hot Springs showing mist or fog and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128431-Geysir.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gullfoss Waterfall which includes a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128515-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Golden Circle Things to do - Top hotels in Golden Circle - Top Holiday Rentals in Golden Circle ![Fosshotel Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9040000/9031800/9031743/4c46e13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fosshotel Reykjavik Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg Reykjavik £129 14 Dec - 15 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Everyone was very helpful and accommodating. Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=9031743&PinnedHotelID=9031743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054695) ![The Reykjavik EDITION](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71620000/71618300/71618236/00208474_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Reykjavik EDITION AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik £312 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews) Excellent stay, michellin starred restaurant, great vegetarian options. The staff was very welcoming and courteous, supporting early check ins and making us feel welcome. Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=71618236&PinnedHotelID=71618236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054695) ![Center Hotels Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1379300/1379245/e01fc18c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Center Hotels Plaza Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik £143 7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,427 reviews) This was an excellent property in the heart of it all and very convenient. Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F01%2F2026&endDate=08%2F01%2F2026&selected=1379245&PinnedHotelID=1379245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054695) [See all 1,658 properties in Golden Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6054695) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284500/8284462/7c3436be_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant Minni-Borg Selfoss Stay at this aparthotel in Selfoss. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby. 8.8/10 Excellent! (397 reviews) Hot tub was the cherry on top Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Selfoss-Hotels-Minniborgir-Cottages.h8284462.Hotel-Information) ![SAGA Circle Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116650000/116646000/116645985/a3798fcd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SAGA Circle Villas 1 Ásborgir Selfoss Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Selfoss. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews) Very quiet area. Incredibly quiet. Beautiful area and stay. Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Selfoss-Hotels-SAGA-Circle-Villas.h116645985.Hotel-Information) ![Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34890000/34885800/34885789/abfdfb5a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kerbyggd: Luxury House and Cottage in Golden Circle Kerbyggð 1 Selfoss South Iceland Stay at this cottage in Selfoss. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Kerid Crater is located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews) We loved our trip to Iceland, the stay at Kerbyggd really was the icing on the cake. Exceptionally clean, modern houses with everything you need for a self catering stay. Jumping in the hot tub whilst surrounded by snow was a big highlight, we even saw the northen lights out front too. And whilst ... Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Selfoss-Hotels-Kerbyggd-Luxury-House-And-Cottage-In-Golden-Circle.h34885789.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Golden Circle](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6054695&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Golden Circle hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054695&startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14)[13 Dec - 14 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054695&startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054695&startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15)[14 Dec - 15 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054695&startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054695&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025)[19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054695&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Kerid Crater](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/713c7e5ec1e7c8d75d264b0638a285b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kerid Crater 4/5(31 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kerid-Crater-Selfoss.d553248621565948048.Attraction) ![Laugarvatn Fontana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2c5996b1202265617080e30e6eb9f492.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Laugarvatn Fontana 4.5/5(3 reviews) You can take time to visit Laugarvatn Fontana during your travels to Laugarvatn. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Laugarvatn-Fontana-Blaskogabyggd.d553248635974593503.Attraction) ![Ulfarsfell Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/105d683f45281735130318f3a7c2e52a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ulfarsfell Mountain Explore the great outdoors at Ulfarsfell Mountain and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Lagafell. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ulfarsfell-Mountain-Reykjavik.d6279560.Attraction) #### Reykjadalur Valley 4.5/5(5 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Reykjadalur Valley, a lovely green space in Sveitarfélagid Ölfus. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykjadalur-Valley-Sveitarfelagid-Olfus.d6297101.Attraction) #### Nesjavellir 5/5(1 review) After visiting Nesjavellir, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nesjavellir-Selfoss.d6062507.Attraction) #### Brúarfoss Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brúarfoss during your travels in Bláskógabyggd. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bruarfoss-Blaskogabyggd.d553248635976415372.Attraction) ## Cities near Golden Circle ![Selfoss featuring rapids, a cascade and a gorge or canyon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128003-Selfoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Selfoss ![Thingvellir National Park which includes tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128004-Hveragerdi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hveragerdi ![Reykjavik](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128369-Harpa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Reykjavik ![Laugarvatn which includes a river or creek, snow and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128025-Laugarvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laugarvatn - Cities near Golden Circle - Places of interest [Selfoss](https://expedia.co.uk/Selfoss.dx6024942)[Hveragerdi](https://expedia.co.uk/Hveragerdi.dx6050450)[Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik.dx6054688)[Laugarvatn](https://expedia.co.uk/Laugarvatn.dx6060225)[Kópavogur](https://expedia.co.uk/Kopavogur.dx6084321)[Mosfellsbær](https://expedia.co.uk/Mosfellsbr.dx6094625)[Blaskogabyggd](https://expedia.co.uk/Blaskogabyggd.dx6340505)[Arborg](https://expedia.co.uk/Arborg.dx3000401473)[Kjalarnes](https://expedia.co.uk/Kjalarnes.dx553248631353575348)[Reykholt](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykholt.dx553248634825263749)[Veidilundur](https://expedia.co.uk/Veidilundur.dx553248635974560142)[Bláskógabyggd](https://expedia.co.uk/Blaskogabyggd.dx553248635976063132)[Sveitarfélagid Ölfus](https://expedia.co.uk/Sveitarfelagid-Olfus.dx553248635976063342) - [Kerid Crater ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kerid-Crater-Selfoss.d553248621565948048.Attraction) - [Reykjadalur Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykjadalur-Valley-Sveitarfelagid-Olfus.d6297101.Attraction) - [Nesjavellir ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nesjavellir-Selfoss.d6062507.Attraction) - [Hveragerdi Church ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hveragerdi-Church-Hveragerdi.d553248621560799350.Attraction) - [Varmarlaug Swimming Pool ](https://expedia.co.uk/Varmarlaug-Swimming-Pool-Mosfellsbr.d6279556.Attraction) - [Reykjavik Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik-Harbour-Vesturbr.d6062509.Attraction) - [Laugavegur ](https://expedia.co.uk/Laugavegur-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6355675.Attraction) - [Thingvellir National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Thingvellir-National-Park-Blaskogabyggd.d6062477.Attraction) - [Harpa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Harpa-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6250435.Attraction) - [Gullfoss ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gullfoss-Southern-Region.d6062479.Attraction) - [Hallgrimskirkja ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hallgrimskirkja-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062455.Attraction) - [Geysir Hot Springs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Geysir-Hot-Springs-Blaskogabyggd.d6062481.Attraction) - [Reykjavik City Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik-City-Hall-Downtown-Reykjavik.d6062473.Attraction) - [Sky Lagoon ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sky-Lagoon-Kopavogur.d685924105468862464.Attraction) - [Perlan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Perlan-Reykjavik.d6062465.Attraction) - [Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool ](https://expedia.co.uk/Laugardalslaug-Geothermal-Pool-Laugardalur.d6205724.Attraction) - [Secret Lagoon ](https://expedia.co.uk/Secret-Lagoon-Hrunamannahreppur.d553248635950836844.Attraction) - [Viking Village ](https://expedia.co.uk/Viking-Village-Hafnarfjordur.d6279583.Attraction) - [National Museum of Iceland ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Iceland-Reykjavik.d6062459.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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