Our Hotels
Keahotels is one of the largest hotel chains in Iceland operating ten hotels. Together the hotels provide over 800 rooms and service travelers, local and foreign, all year round.
Reykjavík — Capital
Vík — South Iceland
Akureyri — North Iceland
Siglufjörður — North Iceland
Grímsnes — South Iceland
Icelandic Cuisine: From Skyr to a Sheep’s Head
If you thought Icelandic cuisine was just fish and lamb, buckle up. This is a country that has turned extreme weather and isolation into an art form of culinary survival. Whether you’re a foodie or just a brave eater, Iceland’s traditional dishes will test your limits.
Skyr
First things first—skyr. Think of it as Icelandic yogurt, but thicker, creamier, and packed with protein. Icelanders have been eating this stuff since Viking times, and it’s the least intimidating thing on the menu. Try it with local berries and honey, and you’ll feel like a true Icelander (without having to chew on a fermented shark). You can buy Sky in all convenient stores in Iceland.
Hákarl
If you’ve ever wanted to know what regret smells like, hákarl is your answer. This national dish consists of shark that has been buried, fermented, and then hung out to dry for several months. The result? A delicacy that smells like ammonia and tastes like...well, an acquired taste. Pro tip: chase it with a shot of Brennivín, Iceland’s signature schnapps, to minimize the trauma.
Svið
Ever looked at a boiled sheep’s head and thought, “Wow, that looks delicious”? No? Well, Iceland disagrees. Svið is exactly what it sounds like—an entire sheep’s head, singed, boiled, and served whole. Some say the cheek is the tastiest part. Others say they’d rather not look their dinner in the eye.
Plokkfiskur
Not everything in Icelandic cuisine is terrifying. Plokkfiskur is a creamy fish stew made with mashed potatoes, white fish, and a buttery sauce. To make it the perfect Icelandic meal, you need to add Rúgbrauð with alot of butter. This meal is warm, hearty, and won’t make you question your life choices.
Pylsa
Believe it or not, Icelanders are obsessed with hot dogs. Their version, "pylsur," is made with a mix of lamb, pork, and beef, topped with crispy onions, remoulade, and sweet mustard. It’s the one thing that won’t break the bank in Iceland and has even been praised by world leaders (yes, Bill Clinton had one).
