Last Minute Holidays to Iceland in May

For a May base that puts you within easy reach of the capital's amenities, these resort-style stops offer the most practical starting points.

• Reykjavik: Last Minute Resorts in May: Sidari on Corfu's north-west coast is a brilliant choice for a late-booked sun break. In May the sea is warming nicely, the famous Canal d'Amour rock formations are a short stroll away, and the lively promenade is filled with family-friendly tavernas, gelato stands and sandy beaches that stay pleasantly quiet before the summer crowds arrive. It is exactly the brief our Reykjavik holidays deals are built around.
• Akureyri: Akureyri sits on Eyjafjordur, a long fjord in the north, and offers a calmer alternative for travellers who want quieter streets and scenery close at hand. The town is a short walk to the centre and has a botanical garden to explore. It is also a practical base for whale watching trips departing from the nearby harbour town on the bay. Access to the north takes longer than from the capital, so it suits travellers who are happy to settle into one area rather than cover the whole island, the same brief our Cheap Iceland Holidays deals are built around.
• Stykkisholmur: Stykkisholmur is a small harbour town on the western shore of Iceland's dramatic northern coastline, chosen by visitors who want a peaceful base with a slower pace. Its harbour serves as the departure point for boat trips into the wide bay that lies just offshore, and the town works well for a relaxed May break, the same brief our Iceland Last Minute Holidays deals are built around. Options here are more limited than in the capital, so we recommend it for travellers who value calm and scenery over nightlife and a wide choice of restaurants.
• Husavik: Husavik is a small northern harbour town and one of the main whale watching hubs in the country, with tours operating from the harbour close to the town centre. Cruise calls are seasonal, so the town can feel quieter in early May than later in the year, which many travellers appreciate. Its remote position means you need to plan transport carefully, but for a last minute trip built around wildlife, it offers a distinctive and well-focused experience, the same kind of focused brief our Iceland All Inclusive Holidays are designed around.
• Hofn: Hofn is a fishing town in the southeast and a practical base for visiting the glacier lagoon at Jokulsarlon and the dramatic headland at Vestrahorn. It is further from the capital than most destinations on this list, so the drive is a significant part of the trip and should be allowed for in your planning. We recommend Hofn to travellers who want to focus on glacier and coastal scenery rather than city life.