The winter nights Bring the northern lights

Get 25% discount off your stay, plus perks!

Whether you're a stargazer, a photographer, or just someone who loves a good show, the Northern Lights in Iceland are an experience you won't want to miss. Become a part of the magical nature in Iceland while getting a glimpse of the spectacular northern lights this winter.

Check in & chill out

Get 25% discount

Stay like a local in the city center of Reykjavík during the Northern Light season in Iceland. And better yet - by booking direct you get 25% discount on your hotel stay along with free breakfast, welcome drink, free WiFi, check in at 14:00 and late check out*. The offer is available at all our hotels** for bookings until October 20th, and travel until March 31st 2026 (excluding December 31st 2025). *Subject to availability. **Not valid at Þingholt by Center Hotels.

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Pick your Favorite

One of our nine hotels

We have a total of nine hotels, all nestled in Reykjavík's city center. Each one offers good service and all the comfort you crave, but they come in various sizes and shapes, with unique services. Whether you fancy in-house dining, a lively bar scene, a relaxing spa, or breathtaking views of the harbor or city center, choose your favorite and savor Reykjavík in your own way!

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Northern lights alarm

Relax & Unwind

Rest easy during Northern Lights season - we've got your back to catch those dazzling lights if they decide to put on a show in Reykjavík's Arctic skies. Just give us a heads up at check-in, and we'll make sure you're not left out in the cold when the Aurora Borealis takes center stage!

A snowy street in Reykjavik glowing with warm Christmas lights as people walk under the evening sky.

What to Know if You Spend Christmas in Reykjavík

Spending Christmas in Reykjavík feels like stepping into a winter fairytale. The city glows with festive lights, echoes with choir music, and comes alive with Icelandic traditions, from the mischievous Yule Lads to cozy Christmas markets. Whether you’re skating at Ingólfstorg, savoring a jólahlaðborð buffet, or watching the northern lights dance above snow-covered rooftops, Reykjavík offers a Christmas experience unlike anywhere else in the world.

Pack like a Pro for your trip to Iceland

Here you have five playful rules for packing when traveling to Iceland, emphasizing the importance of layering, packing rain and windproof clothing, choosing suitable shoes, bringing something fun for a night out, and, most importantly, not forgetting to pack a swimsuit to enjoy the geothermally heated pools and hot tubs.