Cheap Holidays to Iceland in June

Our resort picks focus on the places where June accommodation tends to offer the best value for a northern base.

• Vik: Vik is a small village on the south coast, roughly 180 km from Reykjavik along the Ring Road, and it is a practical overnight stop for travellers moving around the island. Its scenic appeal comes from its coastline and basalt sea stacks, without the price levels of the capital. The trade-off is limited choice of accommodation, so we suggest booking early in June when demand is steady. We see it as a good-value stop for travellers building a south coast route.
• Akureyri: Akureyri sits on the long Eyjafjordur fjord in the north and is the largest town in that part of the country, which keeps its hotel and guesthouse options broader than smaller villages. Travellers choose it for a quieter pace, a botanical garden and easy access to tours. The trade-off is that the drive to the southwest is long, so we recommend it for travellers happy to stay in one region rather than cover the whole Ring Road. For a value-focused June stay, we think it works well as a calm and affordable base. Iceland family holidays often suit this quieter northern pace.
• Husavik: Husavik is a small harbour town in North Iceland and a major hub for whale watching tours, which operate from its harbour close to the town centre. Its appeal is an authentic, uncrowded feel and tours that give a strong sense of place for the money. The downside is a small range of hotels and a limited night-life scene, so it suits travellers who want quiet evenings. We think it is a rewarding and modestly priced base for a northern June trip.
• Stykkisholmur: Stykkisholmur is a small town in West Iceland, set on the peninsula that stretches westward from the country's coast, with a harbour that serves as a ferry port for Breidafjordur bay. Its strength is a peaceful pace and lower-key accommodation that keeps costs sensible for a June stay. The trade-off is that you need a car to reach most sights, which adds to the overall budget. We recommend it for travellers who want a slower, scenic base rather than a busy city centre.
• Hofn: Hofn is a fishing town in southeast Iceland and a practical base for visiting the glacier lagoon and the nearby Vestrahorn headland. It offers simple, sensible accommodation that tends to suit travellers on a tighter budget who plan a focused stay. The trade-off is that it is far from Reykjavik, so the journey itself takes time and fuel. We see it as a good choice for a value-driven June trip centred on southeast scenery.