Reykjavik is often hailed as the undisputed northern lights capital of the world because given the right conditions the northern lights can be seen from pretty much anywhere in reykjavik.
Where to stay near reykjavik to see northern lights.
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Located on a quaint yet posh lodge just 45 minutes north of reykjavik the northern light inn is and circle really gets the square on this one the perfect place for hopeful visitors to see the famed aurora borealis lights.
Whilst you may not see them from the city centre the dark county is not far away.
Those staying in north iceland have a plethora of choice when it comes to accommodation.
Any place with a dark sky is good to see the northern lights.
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The northern lights can show up anytime after sunset.
While you re waiting though feel free to enjoy one of the 42 guest rooms that feature everything from genuine icelandic down comforters to.
The best northern lights hotel in eastern iceland these cabins offer a beautiful mountain view in a remote location away from any light pollution.
For example 14 km from downtown akureyri guests could choose to stay at one of the cabins of silva holiday home a group of cosy properties that are surrounded on all sides by the spectacular slopes of eyjafjörður each house has its own private veranda with outdoor seating facilities and together share.
There are 105 bright and airy rooms to choose from all of which are equipped with flat screen tvs coffee and tea making facilities and writing desks.
Stay in reykjavik and you can get to either especially if you take a tour and let someone else do the driving.
Best places in iceland to see the northern lights that need to be on your radar including reykjavik asbyrgi canyon and the black sand beach at vik.
You really never know so be patient keep checking the sky and have your camera on you at all times.
I remember having the aurora on my side all the way from the blue lagoon to reykjavik and it was only around 7 8pm.
From here you ll have quick access to many great locations to chase the aurora in iceland and you can always take a northern lights photo tour from reykjavik to increase the chances of seeing the aurora.
You could stay in vik but if the clear skies are in snaefellsness you miss out.
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However light pollution is the northern lights worst enemy and although they may be seen sometimes above laugavegur and the hallgrimskirkja.