Return Trip to Iceland
Iceland | Jun 19 - Jun 29, 2026

Zoe
Zoe C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2026

This was our return trip to Iceland to experience the Eastern Fjords, the North, and the Northern West Fjords. Gummi planned our trip expertly, providing us with iconic and beautiful places to visit on our journey around some of the less-traveled places.

Thank you again for a great experience!

Hotel Reviews
Fosshótel Mývatn
Myvatn

The hotel was clean; however, the restaurant staff was not very helpful.

Authenticity & Character
It is light and airy and decorated modernly
Location
The location was very close to the lake and fit in very well with its surroundings.
Staff
While the registration staff was pleasant and friendly, I can't quite say the same for the restaurant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and comfortable.
Fosshotel Westfjords
Patreksfjörður

The hotel was clean and comfortable, but lacked hospitality.

Authenticity & Character
Neutral
Location
Not sure you can change a location, but it was located right next to a gas station and did not hold much of a view.
Staff
While the lady at the front desk was very nice, the restaurant and bar staff were rude and were not interested in their guests.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Hotel Hvitserkur
Hvammstangi

The hotel needs a lot of updating, but the staff was very nice, and the food was good.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel needs quite a bit of updating. It felt more like a hostel, especially when the bathrooms are not located in hotel rooms.
Location
Very remote location, but very scenic.
Staff
Very friendly and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
The shared bathrooms and showers were not as clean as I would have liked.
Fisherman Guesthouse Sudureyri
Suðureyri

The hotel is very nice; however, our room lacked air circulation.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel rooms lack some character, but the location and restaurant attached were great.
Location
Loved this little town.
Staff
Friendly and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel was clean and comfortable, but air circulation was lacking due to high windows that didn't open very far.
Hotel Viking
Hafnarfjordur

We stayed at this hotel last year, and it was very comfortable and pleasant. This year was not so agreable.

Authenticity & Character
This hotel has a lot of character, but seems to focus more on its restaurant than its hotel and rooms.
Location
Close to the harbor and Reyjkavik
Staff
Very friendly and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
The sulfur smell was overwhelming, and the bathroom was outdated and looked unclean due to its age.
Fosshotel Eastfjords
Fáskrúðsfjörður

This was an amazing hotel. The staff were very friendly, the location was picturesque, and the restaurant, although it had a small menu, was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel fits in well with its surroundings, and the rooms are very comfortable, clean, and designed with an Icelandic theme.
Location
Right on a fjord with amazing views of the surrounding mountains.
Staff
Very friendly, our host in the restaurant was very attentive, even with a full house.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel rooms, bathrooms and shared facilities are very clean and comfortable
Activity Review
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Iceland

This drive was easy with many beautiful sights along the way. Mainly on Route 1, the ring road. Studlagil Canyon was an amazing experience with a reasonable hike and round-trip walk of about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Gummi had us park on the East Side of the canyon, which gave us the most amazing views. You can walk down to the river's edge, which on the other side of the canyon you cannot do. From here, we went to Dettifoss and Selfoss, both beautiful waterfalls, although I preferred Selfoss as you could view the entire waterfall. Dettifoss is partially hidden. We then went to Hverir geothermal park, where our lungs were filled with the smell and sound of bubbling mud pits and steam pumping through stacks. The colors in the landscape vary widely, and the place looks like you landed on the moon! Our final stop was the Fosshotel in Lake Myvatn.

Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 02, 2026

Thank you for the kind review Zoe.
I am happy to read that the trip went well, but I see I might have to follow up on some of the hotels. I am curious to know what changed at Hotel Viking. Do you think it's just the luck of the draw, or has the quality of their service declined?
I agree that Fosshotel Eastfjörds is amazing!