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Hrafninn
GUESTHOUSE
Priced below the competition yet delivering well above, Hrafninn ('The Raven') feels like
an elegant manor house without being pretentious or stuffy. All rooms have bathroom and
TV; the 3rd-floor rooms have recently been renovated, and there's now a spacious 2nd-
floor guest kitchen.
Hotel Natur
HOTEL
( 467 1070;
www.hotelnatur.com
;
Þórisstaðir;s/d incl breakfast Ikr16,800/24,000; )
About 15km east of Akureyri along Rte 1, this family-run property offers Nordic simpli-
city in its minimalist rooms, a huge dining space, and breathtaking fjord views. The hotel's
main accommodation is housed in the farm's old cow barn (but you'd never guess!).
Hótel Íbúðir
APARTMENTS
Íbúðir has a choice of five quite luxurious apartments ranging in size (the largest sleeping
eight). With a central location and balconies with town views, they make a fine choice for
families and groups.
Hótel Akureyri
HOTEL
Ikr10,600/17,100; )
Compact, well-equipped rooms are found at this boutique-style hotel, under friendly,
service-minded new ownership and handily placed for the bus station. Front rooms have
watery views, back rooms have an outlook on lush greenery (it's worth paying a little extra
for fjord views).
Hótel Edda
HOTEL
bathroom Ikr15,200/24,700; mid-Jun-mid-Aug; )
With 200-plus rooms, this vast summer hotel in the local boarding school is not some-
where you'll feel the personal touch. The new wing is modern with bright, well-equipped
