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Grindavik travel guide

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With a population of 2,856, Grindavik is the largest city in Southern Peninsula, Iceland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Grindavik deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Grindavik

Grindavik in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grindavik in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Grindavik

Plane

When flying to Grindavik, you’ll arrive at Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport (KEF), which is located 11 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Grindavik is to pick up a car rental from Reykjavik, which is about 26 miles from Grindavik. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Ice Rental 4x4, among others, in Reykjavik.

Plane

When flying to Grindavik, you’ll arrive at Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport (KEF), which is located 11 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Grindavik is to pick up a car rental from Reykjavik, which is about 26 miles from Grindavik. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Ice Rental 4x4, among others, in Reykjavik.

Airports near Grindavik

RKVReykjavik Domestic
KEFReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Airlines serving Grindavik

Lufthansa
Good (7,201 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,365 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,078 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,969 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,653 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,884 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,850 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,471 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (807 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,282 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,654 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,088 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,328 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,299 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,910 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,319 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grindavik

Average rates range from around $259 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,087 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Grindavik

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The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 233 reviews)
$2,087+
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Harbour View Cottages Grindavik
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1374 reviews)
$312+
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Northern Light Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1883 reviews)
$464+
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Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1340 reviews)
$302+
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Start Hostel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3626 reviews)
$84+
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Airport Hotel Aurora Star
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 8663 reviews)
$350+
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Renting a car in Grindavik

Expect to pay $9.24 per gallon in Grindavik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $110.84 and $147.78.

Expect to pay $9.24 per gallon in Grindavik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $110.84 and $147.78.

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