Title: Visit Rangárþing ytra: 2026 Travel Guide for Rangárþing ytra, Southern Region | Expedia.com [Hotels in Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Rangaring-Ytra-Hotels.d553248635975635401.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Rangaring-Ytra-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975635401.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Rangaring-Ytra.d553248635975635401.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Rangaring-Ytra.d553248635975635401.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Rangaring-Ytra.d553248635975635401.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rangárþing ytra Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Rangaring-Ytra.d553248635975635401.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Rangárþing ytra ## Travel Guide ![View of a serene lake nestled within a volcanic crater, its still waters reflecting the soft glow of the setting sun, Veidivotn, Rangárþing ytra, Iceland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975635401/594e5e01-b6b0-48b8-9caa-2bcb4a4dbca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Frostastaðavatn is a lake in the Highlands of Iceland, not far from the famous mountains of Landmannalaugar and the volcano Hekla. Frostastaðavatn is Icelandic for "lake of the frosty place". No frost there in early September, but I can only imagine what it looks like in Winter! Anyone going to Landmannalaugar should definitely make a stop here. The views here and near this location are stunning and otherworldly! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975635401/fa0f0c16-4645-4a86-b828-2b874b1f4006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Drone shot of awesome Sigöldugljúfur - Valley of tears in Iceland. You need to get proper 4x4 car to get there but its really worth it. Not to mention that there will not be a lot of tourists or probably none at all so you can enjoy raw #nature at peace :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975635401/cdc564b6-b631-436d-b325-7e1ddd6b81d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Magnificent light...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975635401/7265a707-1d67-48ff-8133-56ecc1aaf75e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Laugavegur trail to Landmannalaugar. Iceland's highland scenery 🇮🇸 We took a 4x4 road to Landmannalaugar, got lost in the process and ended up seeing some amazing nature ❤️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975635401/2559e25a-c2f1-47c6-b08f-c27419743792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Rangárþing ytra Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975635401) - Rangárþing ytra Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Rangárþing ytra ![Aurora Igloo South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99570000/99568000/99567962/7eb8f7d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aurora Igloo South Stekkatún 1 Rangárþing ytra Iceland $211 nightly $245 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this vacation home in Rangárþing ytra. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Caves of Hella and Hella Golf Course are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews) Wonderful place and services. Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F13%2F2026&endDate=4%2F14%2F2026&selected=99567962&PinnedHotelID=99567962&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975635401) ![Stracta Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7990000/7986100/7986040/273d533d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stracta Hotel Rangárflatir 4 Rangárþing ytra South Iceland $144 nightly $166 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Rangárþing ytra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Bar staff was amazing Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=7986040&PinnedHotelID=7986040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975635401) ![Landhotel - Your link to wonders of Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30070000/30060400/30060341/e04bf964_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Landhotel - Your link to wonders of Iceland Landborgir Rangárþing ytra South Iceland $155 nightly $180 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Rangárþing ytra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews) Really great hotel, perfect spot to see the Aurora. A little out of the way and not close to any restaurants but that’s what makes it a good spot for the Aurora because of a lack of light pollution. The hotel restaurant is good. 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Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rangaring-Ytra-Hotels-Aurora-Igloo.h99567962.Hotel-Information) ![Cave Cabins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110710000/110707800/110707729/a67668ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cave Cabins 4 Ægissíða Rangárþing ytra Rangárþing ytra Stay at this cabin in Rangárþing ytra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Caves of Hella and Hella Golf Course are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews) Clean, staff is nice. Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rangaring-Ytra-Hotels-Cave-Cabins.h110707729.Hotel-Information) ![ÖÖD Hekla Horizon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583563/e55381b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ÖÖD Hekla Horizon Þingskálavegur Rangárþing ytra Rangárþing ytra Stay at this cabin in Rangárþing ytra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. 9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews) We chose this hotel specifically because it advertised a private jacuzzi, which was the main reason we paid extra for this room. Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. When we arrived, our room was not ready at the posted check-in time, and we had to wait over an hour past check-in ... Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rangaring-Ytra-Hotels-OOD-Hekla-Horizon.h109583563.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975635401&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Rangárþing ytra hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975635401&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16)[Mar 15 - Mar 16](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975635401&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975635401&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17)[Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975635401&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975635401&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975635401&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Volcanic landscapes of Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102086/f39a49d6-25fe-4ce1-9bee-6dffed513c4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Landmannalaugar 5/5(5 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Landmannalaugar, a lovely green space in Rangárþing ytra. Discover the area's glaciers and hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Landmannalaugar-Rangaring-ytra.d6102086.Vacation-Attraction) ![Frostastaðavatn is a lake in the Highlands of Iceland, not far from the famous mountains of Landmannalaugar and the volcano Hekla. Frostastaðavatn is Icelandic for "lake of the frosty place". No frost there in early September, but I can only imagine what it looks like in Winter! Anyone going to Landmannalaugar should definitely make a stop here. The views here and near this location are stunning and otherworldly! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975635401/fa0f0c16-4645-4a86-b828-2b874b1f4006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Frostastdavatn Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Frostastdavatn during your travels in Rangárþing ytra. Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Frostastdavatn-Rangaring-ytra.d6102088.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hekla Volcano 4.5/5(10 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Hekla Volcano, a lovely green space in Rangárþing ytra. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Hekla-Volcano-Rangaring-ytra.d6102084.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fjallabak Nature Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Fjallabak Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Rangárþing ytra. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers. [](https://expedia.com/Fjallabak-Nature-Reserve-Rangaring-ytra.d6297097.Vacation-Attraction) #### Keldur Turf House 5/5(3 reviews) You can spend time studying the exhibits at Keldur Turf House during your trip to Rangárþing ytra. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Keldur-Turf-House-Rangaring-ytra.d553248634415684935.Vacation-Attraction) #### Caves of Hella Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Caves of Hella during your travels in Hella. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Caves-Of-Hella-Rangaring-ytra.d816607286418710528.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Picture 2 for Activity Laugarás Lagoon Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50512674/f3acc95b-86ed-46be-abdb-34451adc66cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Laugarás Lagoon Entry Admissions $66 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/laugaras-lagoon-entry-admissions.a50512674.activity-details) ![2 hour black sand beach tour 6](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1203664/fc526810-ebee-4fea-acdd-143afd0d60d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Hour Black Sand Beach Buggy Tour from Hella $462 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-hour-black-sand-beach-buggy-tour-from-hella.a1203664.activity-details) ![Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Day Tour from Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48491710/da7c7aa5-0830-4502-a2fb-3e2094869d4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Day Tour from Reykjavik $141 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/golden-circle-secret-lagoon-day-tour-from-reykjavik.a48491710.activity-details) [See all activities in Rangárþing ytra](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Rangaring-Ytra.d553248635975635401.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Rangárþing ytra ![Selfoss featuring a cascade, rapids and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024942/33077546-b3d8-49b3-b3a7-ef65d90d9a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Selfoss ![Reykjavik which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355675/d4ba97c9-0636-4c30-91c2-cfe156df2e52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hella ![view of the Thorsmork river valley and the Katla GeoPark area in southern Iceland near Hvolsvollur](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128676/8095c60c-5705-45bd-b47f-b238f2ddc671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hvolsvollur ![This place is real #spring #iceland #vikings #roadtrip #green #paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000029367/c24dceea-a14c-4006-8e75-f71bbe0627b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Keldur ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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