Western Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Western Iceland
Where to stay in Western Iceland
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.
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Nice friendly staff and great food
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Had a wonderful stay. The spa was amazing but be sure to make a reservation in order to use the space. Parking for the hotel is along the city streets and must be paid for via an app between the hours of 9 am and 9 pm. The front desk staff assisted us with setting up the app upon our arrival. The ...
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
The room was clean and comfortable. The tower view over the harbour was a real plus
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Fossatún Camping Pods & cottages – Sleeping bag accommodation
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
Peninsula Suites
Amazing
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Hotel Laxarbakki
Clean, comfortable room, with excellent view to north. Was able to see northern lights all three nights from the comfort of room while temperatures outside were -15 degrees c windchills. Great location if hunting for northern lights. Kitchen had utincils for two of us.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Popular places to visit
Kirkjufell Mountain
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.
Hraunfossar
Explore the great outdoors at Hraunfossar, a lovely green space in Borgarnes. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.
Látrabjarg Cliffs
You can take time to visit Látrabjarg Cliffs during your travels to Vesturbyggð. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.
Helgafell
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.
Djupalonssandur Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Djupalonssandur Beach during your travels in Snæfellsbær?
Barnafoss
Explore the great outdoors at Barnafoss, a lovely green space in Borgarnes. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.
- Port of Isafjordur
- Snaefellsjokull
- Glymur Waterfall
- Deildartunguhver Hot Springs
- Grabrok
- Hraunfossar
- Skalafell Ski Area
- Látrabjarg Cliffs
- Dynjandi
- Helgafell
- Stykkishólmskirkja
- Djupalonssandur Beach
- Arctic Fox Centre
- Ullarselid -The Wool Hut
- The Settlement Centre
- Vidgelmir Lava Tube
- Hornstrandir Nature Reserve
- Barnafoss
- Akranes Lighthouse
- Glanni Waterfall
- Museum of Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft
- Gerðuberg Cliffs
- Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve
- Murals of Hellissandur
- Borgarfjördur Museum
- Reykjafjordur
- Raudisangur Beach
- Breidavik Beach
