Yes, Iceland can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Here's how to spend three days in the stunning Nordic country on a tight budget, and tick off some major bucket list experiences too.
If you've ever spotted bargain easyJet flights from Edinburgh to Reykjavik in Iceland and thought: "Sure they're cheap, but it'll be too expensive when I get there," you might actually be talking yourself out of a surprisingly affordable holiday.The beautiful Nordic country has one of the highest costs of living in the world, meaning many potential visitors write it off as an unaffordable "luxury" destination.
We ended up booking a recently renovated private room with two single beds and its own wee kitchen. It was just 30 minutes walk - or a short bus ride - from the centre of Reykjavik, and cost £65 per night. It had a shared bathroom but we didn't see anybody else while we were there.Our cheap bolthole was right beside a stunning leafy area called Laugardalur, which is the site of Húsdýragarðurinn Park and Zoo.
Food and drink After spending a couple of hours soaking, relaxing and chatting, we decided we fancied a beer and a bite to eat. Obviously the ideal pairing for a beer is a burger, and we were able to find a budget option for that as well. We moved on to Lebowski Bar to take advantage of their happy hour half price deal which bagged us a burger and fries - any from their full range - for 1250ISK, less than £7. They'd usually set you back about £14.
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