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A street view with a building, parked cars, and a hill in the background.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a white table and black chairs.

A modern room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. K16 apartments

Akureyri City Center, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

James

SAR 602

SAR 693 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a small plant.

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a desk, a chair, and a bed.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a bookshelf, and a cat tree.

A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and balconies.

2. Skald Akureyri, Curio Collection by Hilton

1.6 km from University of Akureyri

Ricardo

SAR 734

SAR 840 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of a snowy landscape through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large TV mounted on the wall displaying a weather forecast.

A two-story hotel with illuminated windows and a person standing at the entrance.

A balcony with a wooden bench, a table, and four chairs.

3. Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses

2 km from University of Akureyri

James

SAR 749

SAR 856 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern room with a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A round table with a candle in the center, surrounded by grey upholstered chairs.

A modern bathroom with a dark wood vanity, a white sink, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

4. Hotel Halond

2.8 km from University of Akureyri

Myrona

SAR 465

SAR 551 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A sculpture of two figures on a pedestal in a grassy area with a building in the background.

A library with bookshelves, a dining table, chairs, a staircase, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a white door, a glass table with a lamp, a white shelf with towels, and a chair.

A grassy area with a statue, a building with a red roof, and a road in the background.

5. FE Gisting

1.3 km from University of Akureyri

Jennifer

SAR 651

SAR 748 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern building with large windows, a wooden deck, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a fireplace.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden panel walls, and a yellow floor lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a TV, and a large window with a mountain view.

6. Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

1.2 km from University of Akureyri

Michelle

SAR 686

SAR 786 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

7. Hotel Akureyri

1.7 km from University of Akureyri

Michael

SAR 720

SAR 823 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a view of the city through large windows.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a checkered floor pattern.

A room with a bed, a TV screen displaying 'Hafnarstræti Hostel Akershus', and a control panel with a Wi-Fi symbol.

A modern interior with a checkered floor, a reception desk, a wall mural, and yellow seating.

8. Hafnarstræti Hostel

Akureyri City Center, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

Cassie

SAR 343

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A large, dark-colored building with multiple windows and a red door, reflecting on a calm body of water.

A dark-colored sofa with multiple cushions, a marble coffee table with a vase of flowers, and wall-mounted lighting fixtures.

A wooden interior with a sauna, a wooden bench, and a view of the outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a wooden wardrobe, and a chair.

9. Bryggjan Boutique Hotel

Oddeyrin, 1.8 km from University of Akureyri

Carl-Johan

SAR 898

SAR 1,021 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious loft with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a leather sofa, a large flat-screen TV, and a cowhide rug.

A spacious room with a dining area featuring a white table and chairs, a chandelier, and a patterned rug.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a red rug, and exposed wooden beams.

A modern kitchen with a blue refrigerator, grey cabinets, and a wooden ceiling.

10. Hoepfner Historical House

2.1 km from University of Akureyri

Cullen

SAR 730

SAR 841 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-story building with a central courtyard, surrounded by snow-covered streets and buildings.

A modern lounge area with a long sofa, small tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles and glasses.

A lobby with a large bronze sculpture, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a glass.

11. Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Akureyri City Center, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

Kimberly

SAR 609

SAR 701 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with a green wall, bar stools, and a neon sign.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and a bar in the background.

A hallway with a radiator, potted plants, and a bench.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a cityscape artwork on the wall, and a window with curtains.

12. Centrum Hotel

Akureyri City Center, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

Sarah

SAR 580

SAR 669 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A room with a wooden wall featuring a large, irregularly shaped cutout.

A reception desk with a unique black cut-out design, a wooden floor, and an orange chair in a modern lobby area.

A modern staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a door with a number plate.

A neatly made bed with white linens and two bedside lamps with a unique design.

13. Lava Apartments

Akureyri City Center, 1.4 km from University of Akureyri

Andrzej Marek

SAR 310

SAR 377 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a bedroom.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, a hanging light fixture, and a floor lamp.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a wooden island, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden flooring, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

14. Acco Luxury Apartments

Akureyri City Center, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

James

SAR 739

SAR 852 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A corner with a wooden wall, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, a stack of firewood, and a black lantern.

A reception area with a black reception desk, a vase with flowers, a mirror, and a view into a dining area with wooden flooring.

A buffet table with various food items and condiments, a painting of fruits and vegetables on the wall, and wooden paneling on the wall.

A double bed with white linens and two gray pillows, a small wooden nightstand with a vase of red roses, and two wall-mounted reading lamps.

15. Hotel Norðurland

Akureyri City Center, 1.4 km from University of Akureyri

Jim and Sheri

SAR 595

SAR 686 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to a bedroom.

A wooden deck with a hot tub and a barbecue grill.

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with dark cabinets and a built-in oven.

A modern dining area with a wooden table set for four, equipped with plates, bowls, glasses, and cutlery.

16. North Apartments Suites

Oddeyrin, 1.4 km from University of Akureyri

Kimberly

SAR 483

SAR 798 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A snow-covered street at night with buildings, a visible storefront, and a tram track.

A modern dining room with a wooden table, a decorative bowl, and a painting on the wall.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with buildings, including a white building with arched windows and a modern building with balconies.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a door.

17. Torg Guest House

Akureyri City Center, 1.4 km from University of Akureyri

Eric

SAR 376

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade and a parking lot with cars and people.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A coastal town with a prominent building featuring a balcony, a parking area with several cars, and a view of a large body of water and snow-capped hills in the background.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a dining area with chairs.

18. Steinaskjól Apartments - Strandgata

Oddeyrin, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

SAR 439

SAR 943 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious kitchen with large windows, a dining area, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a minimalist chair. There is a large window offering a view of a balcony and a building.

A spacious living area with a modern sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a large window.

19. Hofsbót Luxury apartment

Akureyri City Center, 1.5 km from University of Akureyri

SAR 1,152

SAR 2,436 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern living room with a dining area, a brown sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a bed in the background.

A cozy living area with a wooden table, white chairs, a brown sofa, and a kitchen with white cabinets and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, a sink, an oven, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a dining table with a vase of red roses, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

20. Acco Ice Apartments

Akureyri City Center, 1.4 km from University of Akureyri

Robert

SAR 624

SAR 730 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Akureyri

Property	Property class	Guest rating
K16 apartments	9.6 Exceptional 657 reviews	View
Skald Akureyri, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews	View
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses	9.4 Exceptional 264 reviews	View
Hotel Halond	9.2 Wonderful 193 reviews	View
FE Gisting	9.2 Wonderful 91 reviews	View

Top University of Akureyri Hotel Reviews

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was bright and clean with a lovely view. Staff were very nice."

Skald Akureyri, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great property, fairly new so was wonderful to experience it. Beautifully appointed rooms, comfortable bed, lobby lounge is big with lots of seating areas, to enjoy a drink after a days adventures. All staff members were friendly, helpful and very happy to assist with any needs. The property is located in the town, but towards one end so it is quite. Easily walkable to restaurants and main shopping area, and the pier. There is ample parking nearby and easy access to the main highway."

Hotel Akureyri

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in the city. Wonderful breakfast. Friendly staff. Modern design. Very comfortable"

Hotel Norðurland

10/10 Excellent

"The room was good. We were I a building across the street from the main hotel which was fine. Clean and well kept. Breakfast was good. Parking was free on the street from 4pm til 10am but limited."

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

10/10 Excellent

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Bryggjan Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"It's pretty expensive but the breakfast was somewhat less quality. Boiled Egg was always hard to peel. Not enough milk prepared. Lack of variety in breakfast . Shower water all over the floor because of no boundary. Upstair room shower water sound here loudly. But overall safe and quiet."

Akureyri Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"right in middle of downtown convenient location, very clean washroom. we only needed to use kitchen for a quick breakfast, but there is no sink (for water) or garbage bin. The bar downstairs had music on until after midnight."

Hafnarstræti Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Very easy to access this property and no problem to navigate at it."

Hotel Halond

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean. Did laundry so that was great they had laundry facilities."

Other attractions near University of Akureyri

A large church with a clock tower and a cross on top.

Akureyri Church

9.0/10 (318 reviews)

Akureyri Church is just one of the places to see in Akureyri, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

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A modern interior with a glass railing, wooden slats, and a seating area.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall

8.6/10 (63 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall during your trip to Akureyri. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

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A black wooden house with a sloped roof and white windows, surrounded by a vibrant garden with various colorful flowers.

Akureyri Botanical Garden

9.0/10 (142 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Glerártorg

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Glerártorg during your stay in Akureyri. Discover the area's northern light views and shops.

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Centre for Visual Arts

8.6/10 (8 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Centre for Visual Arts during your stay in Akureyri. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

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Matthiasarhus

8.0/10 (9 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Akureyri when you take a trip to Matthiasarhus. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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St. Peter's Catholic Church

8.8/10 (21 reviews)

After visiting St. Peter's Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Lystigarður Akureyrar

Explore the great outdoors at Lystigarður Akureyrar, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Akureyri?

University of Akureyri is located in an area of Akureyri known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 71 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Akureyri?

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from University of Akureyri. Other good choices within a short distance include Centrum Hotel and Hotel Kea by Keahotels.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of Akureyri?

Expedia has 71 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Akureyri.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Akureyri, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to University of Akureyri.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Akureyri?

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What can I see and do near University of Akureyri?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Icelandic Aviation Museum and Nonnahús. Sights like Matthiasarhus and Laxdal House highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden and Lystigarður Akureyrar.

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Our top choices for University of Akureyri hotels

1. K16 apartments

2. Skald Akureyri, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses

4. Hotel Halond

5. FE Gisting

6. Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

7. Hotel Akureyri

8. Hafnarstræti Hostel

9. Bryggjan Boutique Hotel

10. Hoepfner Historical House

11. Hotel Kea by Keahotels

12. Centrum Hotel

13. Lava Apartments

14. Acco Luxury Apartments

15. Hotel Norðurland

16. North Apartments Suites

17. Torg Guest House

18. Steinaskjól Apartments - Strandgata

19. Hofsbót Luxury apartment

20. Acco Ice Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to University of Akureyri

Top University of Akureyri Hotel Reviews

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Skald Akureyri, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Akureyri

Hotel Norðurland

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Bryggjan Boutique Hotel

Akureyri Backpackers

Hafnarstræti Hostel

Hotel Halond

Other attractions near University of Akureyri

Akureyri Church

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall

Akureyri Botanical Garden

Glerártorg

Centre for Visual Arts

Matthiasarhus

St. Peter's Catholic Church

Lystigarður Akureyrar

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