We had a wonderful experience covering much o...
Iceland
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Jul 7 - Jul 18, 2026
We had a wonderful experience covering much of western and southern Iceland over 12 days. Guðmundur (Gummi) was responsive and provided lots of thoughtful feedback as we fine-tuned our itinerary before booking.
We had the challenge of booking the trip only about 6 months in advance, wanting to see a lot different natural and cultural attractions, and at the same time managing the abilities and interests of 3 generations of travelers. Gummi took those constraints and laid out an itinerary that managed to address all our interests, found fun and comfortable accommodations in the right locations, and kept us at a manageable pace where we could move every 2 or 3 days. The food recommendations were great and often corroborated by a foodie acquaintance who splits time in Reykjavik. Out of the entire agenda, we only opted not to do 2 optional stops, and one of those was due to the worst day of weather which prevented safe hiking in Highlands.
During the trip, Gummi provided quick responses when we needed some real-time feedback or advice on some small issues. I am confident that had we run into major problems, he would have solved them for us.
We have recommended kimkim to friends, who are since booked a trip to Iceland, and would use it again ourselves. I would recommend anyone work with Gummi. Thank you!
Hotel Reviews
Overall a great spot and very cozy. The parking works well even for 2 cars. Bring earplugs, the streetside room can be noisy late due to its location downtown. The water is hot, but it has an off-taste that might be a bigger issue for Reykjavik than just the apartment. Fill your water bottle elsewhere!
Amazing location, very comfortable apartments, and great staff. We loved the geothermal pool.
Luxury resort in an incredible location. Geologists will appreciate the angular uncomformity across the creek and collecting chunks of obsidian along the access road upstream. The rooms were modern and well appointed and the hot pools were very relaxing. The food was outstanding.
Comfortable, well furnished, and the goats were very amusing.
Comfortable, ultra-modern furnishings, and close to the beach, food, and shopping.
Thank you for the kind review Andy!
I'm very happy to read your trip was such a great success.
Yes the hot water in Reykjavik (and most places around the island) does indeed have a bit of a sulfur taste to it, but let the cold water run for a minute and you have crystal clear, ice cold glacial water, filtered through lava stone, with no sulfur taste at all. A good thing to know upon your return, which we need to start planning btw haha.
Take care and come back soon!
Gummi