Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Grindavik travel guide

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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.

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When to visit Grindavik

Grindavik in August
Estimated hotel price
$456
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grindavik in August
Estimated hotel price
$456
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 hire from Reykjavik, which is about 26 miles from Grindavik. You’ll find branches of Ice Rental 4x4 and Europcar, 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 hire from Reykjavik, which is about 26 miles from Grindavik. You’ll find branches of Ice Rental 4x4 and Europcar, among others, in Reykjavik.

Airports near Grindavik

RKVReykjavik Domestic
KEFReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Airlines serving Grindavik

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grindavik

Average rates range from around $354 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,806 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Grindavik

Most booked hotels in Grindavik

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Airport Hotel Aurora Star
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$328+
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BB Hótel, Keflavik Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$226+
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Hiring a car in Grindavik

Expect to pay $3.46 per litre in Grindavik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.41 and $55.21.

Expect to pay $3.46 per litre in Grindavik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.41 and $55.21.

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