Title: Visit Western Iceland: Best of Western Iceland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Western Iceland](https://expedia.com/Western-Iceland-Hotels.d668924433240973312.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Western Iceland](https://expedia.com/Western-Iceland-Vacation-Rentals.d668924433240973312.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Western Iceland](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Western-Iceland.d668924433240973312.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Western Iceland](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Western-Iceland.d668924433240973312.Car-Rental-Guide)[Western Iceland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Western-Iceland.d668924433240973312.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Western Iceland ## Travel Guide ![The arrowhead mountain of Game of Thrones- Kirkjufell!! #Iceland #waterfall #landscape #mountain #nature #water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7530/66231fe2-bac4-4176-b5a1-efe860b480e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The arrowhead mountain of Game of Thrones- Kirkjufell!! #Iceland #waterfall #landscape #mountain #nature #water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7530/66231fe2-bac4-4176-b5a1-efe860b480e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This was my first evening ever witnessing the northern lights! After a week long trip exploring the beauties of Iceland, the clouds finally cleared up on our last night, revealing the Lady in Green. #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054681/6885a4db-7d7f-4f4e-8204-3bb78fef21b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful. Just on the side of the road... They did some trails so you can walk about. Nice little place to relax. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102120/8ee7b94d-2163-4e8f-9086-0a6a6616f22a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aurora borealis in iceland .. a dream came true ! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7530/ec53f574-a687-4e8b-91e5-4fb8e25b8a0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Western Iceland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Western Iceland ![Tree knit in downtown isafjordur. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1566/91bedacb-e126-4b87-b68d-68267620733a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Isafjordur Old Town Though Isafjordur Old Town might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Port of Isafjordur and Westfjords Heritage Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Isafjordur-Isafjordur-Old-Town.dx954831105650278400) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Western-Iceland.dx668924433240973312.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Western Iceland Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Western Iceland ![Center Hotels Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1379300/1379245/e01fc18c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Center Hotels Plaza Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik $141 nightly $163 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,440 reviews) Room was spotless and well maintained. Hotel was excellently situated centrally for all restaurants, pubs and shops. Breakfast was excellent. Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026&selected=1379245&PinnedHotelID=1379245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=668924433240973312) ![Grandi by Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45670000/45668900/45668818/b1a57485_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grandi by Center Hotels Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik $179 nightly $205 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,433 reviews) We had a great stay! Our room was spacious and just what we needed as a family of 4 when coming back each evening after travelling Reykjavík and surrounding areas. Staff were always friendly and helpful. We had a really great stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=45668818&PinnedHotelID=45668818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=668924433240973312) ![The Reykjavik EDITION](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71620000/71618300/71618236/00208474_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Reykjavik EDITION AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik $448 nightly $503 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews) The hotel was very clean and the staff was friendly. Great hospitality Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=71618236&PinnedHotelID=71618236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=668924433240973312) [See all 1,673 properties in Western Iceland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026®ionId=668924433240973312) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Fossatún Camping Pods & cottages – Sleeping bag accommodation](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22230000/22222400/22222400/28436baa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fossatún Camping Pods & cottages – Sleeping bag accommodation Fossatúni Borgarnes Western Region Stay at this cabin in Borgarnes. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tröllafossar and Ullarselid -The Wool Hut are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews) A wonderful place to spend the night The property was very nice, I enjoyed the interactive troll themed hiking trails and spring fed hot tubs in the evening. Cabins were clean and cozy, probably the comfiest mattress I slept on durning my trip. Each cabin had a small mini fridge and the shared bathrooms were only a 30 second walk away. ... Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Borgarnes-Hotels-Fossatun-Camping-Pods-Cottages-Sleeping-Bag-Accommodation.h22222400.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Laxarbakki](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482300/4482295/f3669ccf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Laxarbakki Laxarbakki Hvalfjarðarsveit Stay at this aparthotel in Hvalfjarðarsveit. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (251 reviews) Great room and amenities. Helpful staff. Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hvalfjararsveit-Hotels-Hotel-Laxarbakki.h4482295.Hotel-Information) ![Peninsula Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116773300/116773203/327dd68f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peninsula Suites Gíslabær Hellnar Snæfellsbær Stay at this aparthotel in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews) Amazing Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Snfellsbr-Hotels-Peninsula-Suites.h116773203.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Western Iceland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=668924433240973312&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Western Iceland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=668924433240973312&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=668924433240973312&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=668924433240973312&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=668924433240973312&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=668924433240973312&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=668924433240973312&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![The picturesque sunset over landscapes and waterfalls. Kirkjufell mountain, Iceland.; Shutterstock ID 778366795; Purchase Order: SP-2355](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6209245/8bf989e4-cef0-4954-9c69-e31afec6b50c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kirkjufell Mountain 4.5/5(82 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kirkjufell Mountain during your travels in Grundarfjörður. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Kirkjufell-Mountain-Grundarfjorur.d6209245.Vacation-Attraction) ![The rugged cliffs of western Iceland are home to a variety of birds. Puffins line the upper cliffs. They are fearless and can be approached.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193147/bcd4b3a0-b81d-42f1-9c8f-d903eed161b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Látrabjarg Cliffs 4/5(5 reviews) You can take time to visit Látrabjarg Cliffs during your travels to Vesturbyggð. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.com/Latrabjarg-Cliffs-Vesturbygg.d6102144.Vacation-Attraction) ![The wind was wickedly strong this day. Made a long-exposure shot quite challenging. It's amazing how water just pours out of the earth everywhere you go in Iceland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102120/1db9998c-78c2-481b-9d7f-073d08d346d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hraunfossar 5/5(11 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Hraunfossar, a lovely green space in Borgarnes. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Hraunfossar-Borgarnes.d6102120.Vacation-Attraction) ![A drive around Iceland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054681/7e2de92c-4131-4b66-a03f-5682333eead9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Djupalonssandur Beach 4.5/5(26 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Djupalonssandur Beach during your travels in Snæfellsbær? [](https://expedia.com/Djupalonssandur-Beach-Snfellsbr.d6102140.Vacation-Attraction) ![Riding the Icelandic Horse in Iceland was a dream come true! I went on a 3 hr trail ride through Mt Helgafeld Nature Park and although the weather wasn't the best I still enjoyed every minute of it! You can read about this adventure here: http://adventurej.com/2013/11/11/the-icelandic-horse/ ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102138/7f826f12-5f73-43ce-9c0d-bde4e448e213.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Helgafell 4.5/5(18 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Helgafell during your travels in Stykkisholmur. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's festivals. [](https://expedia.com/Helgafell-Stykkisholmur.d6102138.Vacation-Attraction) #### Port of Isafjordur 5/5(5 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Isafjordur with a trip to Port of Isafjordur. [](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Isafjordur-Isafjordur.d553248621561207028.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Western Iceland ![Patreksfjordur, Westfjords, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1566/fcf6ac01-1d65-4ad9-be17-ddf006c685f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Isafjordur ![A fishing and whale watching boat tour that lasted about an hour in a bay near a small Icelandic fishing down. Humpback whale, got within about 60 feet of it. #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2773/1aedae62-f2a5-4f70-b8f8-9765551f5a56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Patreksfjordur ![Landscape at fjord Dyrafjordur. The remote Westfjords in northwest Iceland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3408/8aee5db8-3ec8-47a4-b494-f45fc5d90565.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Thingeyri ![Summer evening at the Breidafjoerdur, Iceland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5886/5dd68fcb-f713-46b9-9f1c-56fb5b8b3052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Budardalur - Cities near Western Iceland - Places of interest [Isafjordur](https://expedia.com/Isafjordur.dx1566)[Patreksfjordur](https://expedia.com/Patreksfjordur.dx2773)[Thingeyri](https://expedia.com/Thingeyri.dx3408)[Budardalur](https://expedia.com/Budardalur.dx5886)[Bildudalur](https://expedia.com/Bildudalur.dx6358)[Flateyri](https://expedia.com/Flateyri.dx7281)[Hvammstangi](https://expedia.com/Hvammstangi.dx7761)[Ólafsvík](https://expedia.com/Olafsvik.dx9207)[Sudureyri](https://expedia.com/Sudureyri.dx9944)[Stykkisholmur](https://expedia.com/Stykkisholmur.dx9971)[Reykholt](https://expedia.com/Reykholt.dx6046182)[Borgarnes](https://expedia.com/Borgarnes.dx6047826)[Reykjavik](https://expedia.com/Reykjavik.dx6054688)[Budir](https://expedia.com/Budir.dx6059352)[Mosfellsbær](https://expedia.com/Mosfellsbr.dx6094625)[Saurbaer](https://expedia.com/Saurbaer.dx6127132)[Hellnar](https://expedia.com/Hellnar.dx6127654)[Hvammur](https://expedia.com/Hvammur.dx6135100)[Bifroest](https://expedia.com/Bifroest.dx6140424)[Gerdhhamrar](https://expedia.com/Gerdhhamrar.dx6144503)[Akranes](https://expedia.com/Akranes.dx6145186)[Deildarey](https://expedia.com/Deildarey.dx6192514)[Flatey](https://expedia.com/Flatey.dx6192519)[Hellissandur](https://expedia.com/Hellissandur.dx6192528)[Hvallatur](https://expedia.com/Hvallatur.dx6193147) - [Port of Isafjordur ](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Isafjordur-Isafjordur.d553248621561207028.Vacation-Attraction) - [Snaefellsjokull ](https://expedia.com/Snaefellsjokull-Snfellsbr.d6102116.Vacation-Attraction) - [Látrabjarg Cliffs ](https://expedia.com/Latrabjarg-Cliffs-Vesturbygg.d6102144.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skalafell Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/Skalafell-Ski-Area-Reykjavik.d6131472.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hraunfossar ](https://expedia.com/Hraunfossar-Borgarnes.d6102120.Vacation-Attraction) - [Glymur Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Glymur-Waterfall-Hvalfjararsveit.d6297099.Vacation-Attraction) - [Deildartunguhver Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Deildartunguhver-Hot-Springs-Borgarnes.d6102122.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grabrok ](https://expedia.com/Grabrok-Borgarnes.d6102136.Vacation-Attraction) - [Arctic Fox Centre ](https://expedia.com/Arctic-Fox-Centre-Suavik.d553248621561207029.Vacation-Attraction) - [Stykkishólmskirkja ](https://expedia.com/Stykkisholmskirkja-Stykkisholmur.d553248621532488429.Vacation-Attraction) - [Djupalonssandur Beach ](https://expedia.com/Djupalonssandur-Beach-Snfellsbr.d6102140.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dynjandi ](https://expedia.com/Dynjandi-Westfjords.d6102148.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vidgelmir Lava Tube ](https://expedia.com/Vidgelmir-Lava-Tube-Borgarnes.d6250725.Vacation-Attraction) - [Helgafell ](https://expedia.com/Helgafell-Stykkisholmur.d6102138.Vacation-Attraction) - [Glanni Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Glanni-Waterfall-Borgarnes.d553248635976375462.Vacation-Attraction) - [Akranes Lighthouse ](https://expedia.com/Akranes-Lighthouse-Akranes.d6102114.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hornstrandir Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Hornstrandir-Nature-Reserve-Westfjords.d6102162.Vacation-Attraction) - [Leynir Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Leynir-Golf-Club-Akranes.d6250465.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Settlement Centre ](https://expedia.com/The-Settlement-Centre-Borgarnes.d6214851.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Vatnsfjordur-Nature-Reserve-Vesturbygg.d6102150.Vacation-Attraction) - [Barnafoss ](https://expedia.com/Barnafoss-Borgarnes.d6102126.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum ](https://expedia.com/The-Icelandic-Sea-Monster-Museum-Vesturbygg.d553248635947264052.Vacation-Attraction) - [Murals of Hellissandur ](https://expedia.com/Murals-Of-Hellissandur-Snfellsbr.d806117781541060608.Vacation-Attraction) - [Borgarfjördur Museum ](https://expedia.com/Borgarfjordur-Museum-Borgarnes.d553248621533099097.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gerðuberg Cliffs ](https://expedia.com/Geruberg-Cliffs-Eyja-og-Miklaholtshreppur.d553248635997999344.Vacation-Attraction) - [Raudisangur Beach ](https://expedia.com/Raudisangur-Beach-Iceland.d6102158.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ullarselid -The Wool Hut ](https://expedia.com/Ullarselid-The-Wool-Hut-Borgarnes.d553248621565118596.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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