All rooms here have floral prints, Danish modern furniture, and TV. On the ground floor is the separately run Pizza 67 restaurant. 34 rooms. minibar. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

This family-style harborside hotel has floors that are wheelchair accessible and an attractive restaurant that serves fresh local fare such as monkfish, haddock, and halibut. Across the street, the hotel also has 19 studio apartments that are equipped with microwave, fridge, and coffeemaker. These are an economical option for those staying a few days in the region who wish to prepare their own meals. 18 rooms with bath. In-hotel: restaurant. AE, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

Three buildings in a calm corner in an older part of town make up this hotel. No two rooms are alike, but all are cheery and efficient, some with nice views over colorful rooftops. Its many regular guests prefer its intimacy and convenience to the Old Town. www.hotelodinsve.is. 37 rooms. In-room: Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurant. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

Part of the Icelandair Hotel franchise, this rustic-style four-star hotel is in the countryside just east of Hella. The two outdoor Jacuzzis are great for watching the northern lights in winter. One of the best rivers in the country for salmon fishing is right next door. Try the restaurant's chocolate skyr cake. 27 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant. AE, MC, V.

The small, family-run hotel has a prime lakeside location with great views. Bird-watchers can add to their lists by simply looking out their windows. 9 rooms. MC, V. Continental breakfast.

Situated downtown, this hotel opened its doors in the spring of 2005. Rooms are decorated in pastel colors, and the common areas have lots of natural light from a glass ceiling over the lobby. In the basement, there is a display of the the remains of a Viking longhouse from the 9th century that was found during construction of the hotel. www.hotelcentrum.is. 89 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

This popular hotel has pastel-color rooms, and staff members who provide helpful general information about surrounding attractions. The restaurant ($$) serves entrées such as fresh trout from the lake, and rhubarb pie for dessert. Another on-site though separate eatery, Gamli Bærinn, changes from a friendly daytime café to a congenial pub at night. www.reynihlid.is. 41 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, bicycles. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

Few hotels in Iceland have such a serendipitous setting -- near breathtaking Skaftafell National Park. A roomy bar is upstairs over the expanded lobby of this family-run facility. A travel shop and gas station are also on the property. It's closed between November and January except for prior reservations. www.hotelskaftafell.is. 63 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar. AE, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

This well-kept spot has a great vantage point and is a good option for overnighting in the area. Rooms are done in a crisp Scandinavian style with clean lines and parquet floors. A new wing was opened in July 2005. The restaurant ($$$) specializes in seafood dishes, including local shellfish, as well as delicious, tender lamb. Guests have free access to the 9-hole golf course behind the hotel. www.hotelstykkisholmur.is. 80 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, golf course. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

This small hotel stands on a central but quiet residential street. www.metropolitan.is. 31 rooms. AE, DC, MC, V. Full breakfast.

Downtown in one of Reykjavík's oldest and most famous buildings, this hotel opened its doors in the summer of 2005. The decor is reminiscent of 1919, the year the building was constructed, and great attention has been paid to everything from the light fixtures in the foyer to the artwork in the rooms. There are flat-screen TVs with video on demand in every room, and the restaurant downstairs is becoming very popular. www.1919.reykjavik.radissonsas.com. 70 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, gym. AE, DC, MC, V.

Just off the university campus, and near the National Musuem, this hotel is a 15-minute walk from the city center. All rooms are above the fourth floor and have spectacular views. www.radisson.com. 209 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, gym, no-smoking rooms. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

Highly recommended by Fodor's readers, Room with a View offers a number of self-catering apartments in the center of town for those who prefer to cook their own meals and would like extra space. Many apartments have access to a Jacuzzi. The very friendly staff can assist you in planning the rest of your trip. www.roomwithaview.is. 20 apartments. In-room: kitchen, refrigerator., Internet.

Some rooms in Reykjavík's oldest hotel, built in 1930 in the art deco style, may not seem spacious, but they are elegant and combine old-fashioned quality with modern comforts. Some rooms have whirlpool baths. All rooms have fluffy down comforters, tasteful prints (some antique), coffee machines, and CD players, as well as a fax machine on request. The adjoining hotel is in the heart of the city, overlooking Austurvöllur and close to Parliament House. The Palm Court Restaurant offers a good selection of Icelandic food in a classy setting. www.hotelborg.is. 51 rooms,4 junior suites, 1 tower suite. In-room: VCR. In-hotel: restaurant, bar. AE, DC, MC, V.

On an isolated point in the peninsula, this hotel affords stunning views of the sea, lava fields, mountains, and glacier. Antique furnishings and art objects are part of the opulent furnishings. Popular with both tourists and Icelanders looking for a quiet weekend away, this hotel also has one of the best restaurants ($$$) in the area, with some tables facing the stunning Snæfellsjökull. Not surprisingly, all rooms are no-smoking, but you may smoke in common areas. www.budir.is. 28 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar. AE, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

This family-run hotel has fantastic vistas of the mountains and the sea. Pleasant, contemporary rooms, all with bath, are bright and quiet, but not opulent. The buildings stand uphill from a turnoff 9 km (5½ mi) west of Vík. 55 rooms with bath. In-hotel: restaurant. AE, MC, V. Closed Nov.-Feb., except for groups. Continental breakfast.

Exuberant Viking decorations, such as replica carved dragon heads, are crammed into this hotel next to the famous Geysir and Strokkur springs. Various Icelandic specialities, such as salmon, rye bread baked in the heat of geothermal springs, and skyr (a delicious yogurtlike food made from skim milk) with cream, are served in the large ornate restaurant. www.geysircenter.is. Summer 29 rooms, 24 with bath; winter 12 rooms with bath. In-hotel: restaurant, pool. MC, V.

This quietly elegant member of the prestigious Relais & Chateau hotel group has impeccable service, an excellent restaurant, and computer links in every room, all of which make it a favorite among business travelers. Though the rooms are small by modern standards, all are decorated with works by leading Icelandic artists. It's in a pleasant neighborhood close to the town center. Guests receive a complementary pass to the Laugar fitness center and pool for the duration of their stay. www.holt.is. 30 rooms, 12 suites. In-hotel: restaurant, bar. AE, DC, MC, V.

Blue and maroon hues and dark-wood trim characterize this hotel, which is on par with many of the capital's better accommodations. An excellent ground-level restaurant, Rósagarðurinn ($$), serves exquisite haute cuisine. www.keahotels.is. 73 rooms, 1 suite. In-hotel: restaurant, bar. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

Across the street from the hilltop church of Hallgrímskirkja, this hotel is a short walk from most of Reykjavík's major attractions. Some guest rooms have balconies. www.hotelleifur.is. 47 rooms. In-hotel: bar. AE, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

The advantage of this rather remote hotel is nearby Öskjuhlíð Hill, where you can take pleasant walks and stroll up to Perlan for ice cream. Rooms are modern, with Scandinavian pine furniture and pastel fabrics. For a little extra, guests can stay in one of the Poet rooms, which are slightly cozier and feature prints and details about the life of an Icelandic poet. There is complimentary shuttle service to the city center. www.icehotels.is. 220 rooms, 1 suite. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, pool. AE, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.

This luxury hotel has been recently renovated and is primarily geared toward business travelers, although families are given priority for available larger standard rooms. Business-class rooms are spacious and include breakfast and access to the Panorama lounge, with gorgeous views of the city, where you can read newspapers and help yourself to complementary wine, coffee, tea, and hors d'oeuvres. Executive and business-class rooms include free access to the health club. www.hotelnordica.is. 258 rooms, 34 suites. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, gym, spa. AE, DC, MC, V.