Westfjords Hotels & Stays

Westfjords

Rugged, sparsely populated peninsula with deep fjords.

What Westfjords is known for

Remote, dramatic and barely populated: sheer cliffs, Arctic foxes, hot springs in the wild and some of Iceland's best hiking.

Top things to do

  • Visit Látrabjarg, Europe's largest bird cliff
  • Hike to the Hornstrandir nature reserve by boat from Ísafjörður
  • Soak in the natural hot spring at Hellulaug or Dynjandi
  • Drive the winding roads of the Westfjords ring route
  • Spot Arctic foxes and seals along the coast

How to get there

Drive from Reykjavik via Route 1 and the mountain passes, or fly to Ísafjörður from Reykjavik. Some roads are gravel and close in winter.

How long to stay

Three to five nights. The region rewards slow travel; one night only scratches the surface.

When to visit

Summer for open roads, hiking and boat access to Hornstrandir. Many roads are impassable from October to May.

Where to stay

Ísafjörður is the main hub. Patreksfjörður, Tálknafjörður and Suðureyri have small guesthouses near the best hiking and hot springs.

Hotels, guesthouses or hostels in Westfjords?

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

Accommodation types in Westfjords
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
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Places to stay in Westfjords

Fosshotel Westfjords

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Modern hotel in Ísafjörður with fjord views.

Wi-FiRestaurantBarFree parking

Typically from 26,000 ISK

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Hotel Latrabjarg

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

Wi-FiFree parkingBreakfastRestaurant

Typically from 24,000 ISK

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Hotel Flokalundur

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

Wi-FiFree parkingBreakfastRestaurant

Typically from 23,000 ISK

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Heydalur Country Hotel

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

Wi-FiFree parkingBreakfastRestaurant

Typically from 25,000 ISK

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