Hotels, Flights, Transportation, Etc.

Hotel

Gistiheimilið Sunna

$175-$328 USD per night 0.5 mi from city center (10 minute walk)

Hotel

Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

$191 - $257 USD per night 1.8 miles from city center (transportation or car recommended if guests choose to stay here)

Hotel

Sand Hotel by Keahotels

$269-$636 USD per night 0.4 miles from city center (10 minute walk)

Hotel

Alda Hotel

$285-482 per night 0.5 miles from city center (15 min walk)

Hotel

Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

$436 - 504 per night This is where Steve and I will be staying :) 500 ft from city center (2 min walk)

Rental Car

Reykjavik Rent a Car Keflavik Airport

For guests who would like to see Iceland outside of city center of Reykjavík, we recommend renting a car as that is the best way to see this beautiful country! For guests who are deciding not to partake in the tour or stay in Vic, we recommend renting a car. It takes about 2.5 hours to get to Vik from Reykjavík via car.

Shuttle

Shuttle from Reykjavík to Vik (Ceremony) and Back

August 23, 2024 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Exact times TBD, so please stay tuned! Transportation will be provided from Reykjavik to Vik and back. We thought we would make the ride more interesting by providing a tour to all of our guests! The tour will be making the following stops before finally stopping at Vik I Myrdal Hotel: Pick up: Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel - Hafnarstræti 17-19, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland -Skógarfoss Waterfall -Reynisfjara black sand beach -Sólheimajökull Glacier -Final stop: Vik I Myrdal Hotel Transportation will be provided on the special day to the church and back to Reykjavik. Please have your luggage/bags ready to board on the coach when getting transported to the church so that guests can immediately leave after the ceremony. *Please note: Guests may want to check out of their hotel in Reykjavik before transporting to Vik to save $$$ and then check back in for the evening of 8/24/2024 upon their return.

Shuttle

Shuttles from Reykjavík to Blue Lagoon

August 25, 2024 11:30 am - 6:00 pm

Please book your transportation to Blue Lagoon ahead of time if you have RSVP to Blue Lagoon event on 8/25/2024. https://destinationbluelagoon.is/transport/ Shuttles from Reykjavik to Blue Lagoon cost about $30.00 (50 minute ride) and will pick you up from your designated hotel. Buses are every hour on the hour but arrive 30 minutes before your selected time. There is also a shuttle from Blue Lagoon to Keflavik Airport (20 minute ride) which is about $30.00 as well. Buses are available at 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM. Please take into consideration check-in time, airport security and your fight time when booking your transportation to the airport from Blue Lagoon. If you have a rental car, parking is free at Blue Lagoon

Flight

Keflavík International Airport

We recommend those who are from NJ to book their flight from Newark (EWR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and to book no later than two months in advance. As of right now, flights are around $600.00 - $700.00 round trip but this is subject to change based off of availability. Most flights to Iceland are evening or overnight flights which would get you there early morning of the next day.

Travel Note

Transportation Information

Here is additional information on transportation including options for airport shuttles, public buses rental cars, and taxis. Uber and Lyft do not exist in Iceland as of yet.

Travel Note

What to Wear/Pack

What is the temperature in Iceland in August? August is one of the warmest months of the year in Iceland. The average daily temperature hovers around 50-59°F (10-15°C), but it can leap up to 77°F (25°C). Rain and chilly arctic breezes are possible, so be sure to pack for all types of weather. Due to the rainy season, we recommend packing rain gear or rain/water resistant hiking boots. For excursions, please pack active wear/comfortable clothing and either sneakers or hiking boots. For our dinners/gatherings, we recommend dressy casual, semi-formal or cocktail attire. For our ceremony, it will be formal or black-tie optional. Bridal party, please pack your dresses and suits for the special day! If you are venturing to Blue Lagoon, please pack swimwear. We have also included a link to an example packing list for inspiration.