Grindavik travel guide

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You're Going to Love Grindavik

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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Grindavik to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Grindavik

Grindavik in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grindavik in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 131
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 centre

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 Fair Car, 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 centre

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 Fair Car, among others, in Reykjavik.

Airports near Grindavik

Airlines serving Grindavik

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,873 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,088 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,339 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,517 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,968 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grindavik

Average rates range from around C$ 306 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 2,212 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Grindavik

Most booked hotels in Grindavik

Start Hostel
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 97+
Airport Hotel Aurora Star
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 244+
BB Hótel, Keflavik Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 149+
Guesthouse Borg
2 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 209+
Northern Light Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 475+

Renting a car in Grindavik

Expect to pay C$ 3.10 per litre in Grindavik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 37.20 and C$ 49.60.

Expect to pay C$ 3.10 per litre in Grindavik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 37.20 and C$ 49.60.