Húsavík Hotels & Stays

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Iceland's whale watching capital, with a charming harbor, colorful houses and easy access to the Arctic Circle.

What Húsavík is known for

Iceland's whale watching capital, with a pretty harbour, wooden church and access to the Arctic Circle.

Top things to do

  • Take a whale watching boat from the harbour
  • Visit the Húsavík Whale Museum
  • Walk to the wooden Húsavíkurkirkja church
  • Join a puffin tour to Lundey island in summer
  • Use it as a base for Mývatn and Jökulsárgljúfur

How to get there

Drive from Akureyri in about 1 hour, or from Reykjavik in 5–6 hours along the Ring Road and north coast.

How long to stay

One or two nights. One night is enough for a whale tour and a harbour walk; two nights lets you add a puffin trip or a day at Mývatn.

When to visit

Summer for whale watching, puffins and the midnight sun. Winter is quiet and good for aurora, though some tours close.

Where to stay

Small hotels and guesthouses around the harbour. Book ahead in summer when whale watchers fill the town.

Hotels, guesthouses or hostels in Húsavík?

Pick the stay type that matches your budget and trip style.

Accommodation types in Húsavík
FeatureHotelGuesthouseHostel
Price per nightISK 25,000+ISK 15,000–25,000ISK 8,000–15,000
Private bathroomOften sharedShared
Breakfast includedUsuallyOftenRarely
Best forComfort & serviceLocal charmMeeting travellers
Book early in summer

Places to stay in Húsavík

Húsavík Cape Hotel

hotel

A friendly harbor hotel in the whale watching capital, close to the waterfront, museums and departure points for boat tours.

Wi-FiRestaurantBarFree parking

Typically from 21,000 ISK

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Fosshotel Husavik

hotel

Hotel in Húsavík, Iceland. Compare live availability and prices for your dates.

Wi-FiFree parkingBreakfastRestaurant

Typically from 25,000 ISK

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Arbol Guesthouse

guesthouse

Guesthouse in Húsavík, Iceland. Compare live availability and prices for your dates.

Wi-FiFree parkingBreakfast

Typically from 18,000 ISK

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