If you know anything anecdotal about Iceland, it’s that the island boasts expansive ocean and mountain views, waterfalls, volcanoes, and craters of eruptions long past. At the best Iceland Airbnbs, nature is the number one amenity, but city escapes offer plenty of perks too.
In Reykjavik, there are enough options to make your head spin: midcentury beauties with plenty of room for the whole family, Scandi-style apartments, and harbor-view condos. Whether you’re circumventing the entire Ring Road (highly recommend!), taking on the southern coast (great for a long weekend), or making a voyage to the Westfjords (the ultimate summer road trip), the Airbnbs dotting Iceland’s outer limits all put the landscape first. Floor-to-ceiling windows are far from uncommon, hot tubs are usually a given, and room-darkening shades are ready to give you a pause from summer’s midnight sun.
Choosing the right place to lay your head is just as important—both aesthetically and logistically—as picking your itinerary. Ahead, we pulled together a range of Icelandic Airbnbs surrounded by natural wonders to add to your dream travel wishlist.
Perks: Outdoor patio, fully-stocked kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows
Everything in this serene two-bedroom home along the Southern coastline, not far from Vík, is oriented towards the expansive view. Floor to ceiling windows gaze out upon the Dyhólaey peninsula’s beauty while bathing the space in natural light. The home is wonderfully spacious for families who want room to spread out, and boasts a traditional Scandinavian interior full of warm wood tones and muted upholstery. Indulge in the Arctic summer with a glass of wine on the water-facing patio after a day of hiking the fjords. From $735 per night.