Guesthouses

We opened our guesthouse in June 2011. We started with 16 rooms in our beautiful bequeathed family land surrounded by the ocean, mountains and of course with our horses, all the family being accomplished and passionate riders. In 2014, we inaugurated a new modern building with 11 beautiful rooms, increasing our capacity to 27 rooms in total. Kast Guesthouse is a family owner and run, with the help (only in high season) of very experienced individuals from all over the world who fell in love with iceland and what it has to offer, and are willing to give you their best advice and recommendations on what to do and see in their backyard.

Kirkjufell Guesthouse offers accommodation with private bathroom, shared kitchen, shared lounge and free WiFi.

Bjarg Borgarnes is small and cosy family-run guesthouse in old farmhouse on the outskirts of Borgarnes town. The old farmhouse which formerly housed sheep, horses, and chicken has been renovated as a guesthouse. Accommodation is in a 4 pers. studio apartment with private kitchen and bathroom facilities, in another separate space with two double rooms and one 4 pers. room, with shared cooking and WC/shower facilities. The third option is a cottage (81m2) with two double/twin rooms, a sofa bed in the living room, a bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, dining room, and with a wonderful view over the Borgarfjörður fjord. The surroundings are peaceful, but all services are very close by. Conveniently located for those traveling in West Iceland.

At Blómasetrið Guesthouse you will find various accommodation options. You can stay in our homestay where warmth and quietness are key. As your "home away from home" it offers a fully equipped kitchen and a beautiful shared living romm with an amazing view. We also offer studio apartments and one big apartment that have gorgeous views and peaceful surroundings if you would like more privacy. Walking distance from museums and restaurants. Guests have access to a gift shop and our famous café while staying at Blómasetrið Guesthouse. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. 

The Old Farmhouse has three storeys. On the ground floor there is a kitchen, dining room and a living room. On the second floor there are three double rooms with bathroom. On the third floor there are two double rooms and one bathroom. There is a hot tub on the  veranda.

Accommodation in made-up beds and breakfast. On offer are both rooms with private and shared facilities. The views from the house are impressive, both over Breiðafjörður and looking towards the mountain ranges of Snæfellsnes. It is but a short distance to the shore and good walking trails can be found in the area.

We offer accommodation in 5 cabins and sleeping bag accommodation. Close by is the sea in walking distance and a path to an old volcanic crater (Eldborg). We are 25 minutes drive from Borgarnes and 45 minutes drive from Stykkishólmur. 

At Grund there is a small guesthouse, a short distance from Grundarfjörður where all services are available. There are many beautiful hiking trails in the area, both in the mountains and along the beaches. Grund is a good base to discover Snæfellsnes where the nature is magnificent and there is a lot to do.

The Castle offers accommodation in Búdardalur town. The property is facing the black beaches of Hvammsfjordur fjord and is within walking distance (500m) from grocery store, coffee and flower shop, Leif Eiriksson Center and coffee shop, Dalakot restaurant, Dalahestar horse rental and many more.  Each room features a fridge, coffee machine, kettle and toaster as well as free Wi-Fi and parking. In the main house are shared bathroom facilities equipped with a shower. Outside the main house is a common room with shared cooking facilities, washing machine and dryer.  There are also three small cottages on the property (15m2) with private bathroom, fridge, coffee machine, kettle, toaster and microwave.  A barbeque is available for our guests.  Please contact us for prices and availability.

With Snæfellsjökull glacier rising on the horizon, Hotel Vest Mar offers a peaceful and welcoming stay in the heart of Ólafsvík, on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in West Iceland. The hotel is part of a family-run business that has proudly operated Sker Restaurant since 2018, and today both the restaurant and the hotel share the same building in one of the best locations in town. From every room, guests enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding mountains, creating a truly memorable setting for a stay in Iceland. The atmosphere at Hotel Vest Mar is calm, warm, and personal. In spring 2025, half of the hotel was fully renovated, giving the interiors a fresh Scandinavian design style with clean lines, soft tones, and modern comfort. All rooms feature high-quality Sleepy beds, consistently praised by guests for exceptional sleep and comfort. The rooms are also unusually spacious for Icelandic hotels, with each room measuring around 36 m², making them ideal for couples, families, and longer stays. Hotel Vest Mar is located only a few minutes’ drive from Snæfellsjökull National Park, one of Iceland’s most iconic natural areas, known for glaciers, lava fields, coastal cliffs, black sand beaches, hiking trails, and wildlife. This makes the hotel a perfect base for exploring Snæfellsnes, often called “Iceland in Miniature.” Location: Ólafsvík, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, West Iceland Views: Ocean view + mountain view from all rooms Rooms: Extra spacious (~36 m²) Beds: Premium Sleepy beds – top guest reviews Style: Renovated 2025, Scandinavian / Nordic design On-site dining: Sker Restaurant (family-run since 2018) Nearby nature: Minutes from Snæfellsjökull National Park

Welcome to Guesthouse Nýp! B&B, twin or double, full bedding. Our guesthouse is off the beaten track with fantastic scenery across the Breiðafjörður bay and a view to the Vestfjords. Two guest rooms with shared bathroom facilities plus three rooms, each with a private bathroom. All rooms include chosen books and original art. Breakfast available with home baked bread, jam of wild berries and vegetables from our own gardens. Recently we opened new guest rooms and an exhibition space in the former cowshed, attached to the house. The refurbishment is designed by Studio Bua Architects. The first exhibition displays drawings, photos and models concerning the new design. As souvenirs for our guests, we have selected local handcraft for sale. In 1937 concrete housing was built at the sheep farm Nýp to replace the traditional turf houses. However, farming was abandoned in the 70s and the house stood neglected and empty until 2001, when the present owners began renovations. Feel free to contact us for further information. Bookings - and to view the exhibition, please contact: thora@this.is Tel. +354 896 1930 or +354 891 8674. You can also find us on Facebook here.

Hotel Karólína is a boutique hotel located in the old town of Stykkishólmur on the Snaefellsnes peninsula. The hotel is conveniently located within short walking distance of all the town's main attractions. Karólína in the sister hotel of its next-door neighbor, Hotel Egilsen, where our guests are welcomed and checked in.  Hotel Karólína has eight double rooms, split between two floors. The rooms on the ground floor are all recently renovated and the rooms on the second floor belong to the beautiful old house. All rooms have a private bathroom, brightly lit and equipped with a good overhead shower.  Wifi is available and is free of charge.

The new Drangar Country Guesthouse is on a repurposed farm, well-situated on the Snaefellsnes peninsula, bordering Dalir, a mere two-hour drive from Reykjavik. We are midway between the beautiful towns of Stykkisholmur and Budardalur, which offer quality restaurants, services and recreational opportunities.  We have renovated two buildings in a unique style which celebrates the past and welcomes a modern vision. The Cow Barn is an architectural marvel with six double rooms, two triple rooms, and a common area with an expansive view of the ocean. The Tractor Shed houses four unique double rooms, two of which include kitchenettes, and all Tractor Shed rooms offer access to a full shared kitchen. All 12 of our rooms feature en suite bathrooms.  Drangar won the 2020 Icelandic Design Award, recognizing the ambitious transformation designed and executed by Studio Granda. Additionally, our architecture was nominated for the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture - Mies van der Rohe Award 2022. 

Selið Guesthouse is located in the old farmhouse at Leirulækjarsel in Mýrar, approximately a 15- minute drive from Borgarnes.  We offer five double rooms with shared bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a living room. Free Wi-Fi, as well as access to a washing machine and dryer, are available. Guests can rent the entire house or individual rooms.  The guesthouse opened in the spring of 2024. We provide a peaceful environment rich in history and birdlife, with stunning views of Snæfellsjökull, Hafnarfjall and Akranes.  Our guests are welcome to meet our animals, including horses, sheep, chickens, dogs and a cat. 

Accommodation in an older residential building on the farm, which has renovated in 2010 before the guesthouse opened. The hosts are Guðfinna and Þórarinn. We have lived here since 1988. We lived with cows for most of the time but are now forrest farmers and have about 50 sheep, 4 horses, 2 dogs and 1 cat. The farming of the same family can be traced back to the 17th century.       

Arnarstapi offers a variety of accommodation options to travelers visiting the village of Arnarstapi. Whether you prefer a comfortable hotel accommodation with private facilities, a guesthouse with shared facilities, unique cottages or apartments that can accommodate up to 6 persons or a campsite for the adventurer that loves sleeping in tents or camper vans. Arnarstapi Center aims to offer all of the above options. Arnarstapi Hotel: 36 rooms, 22 double or twin, 10 triple rooms and 3 apartments with private facilities. Arnarstapi Cottages: 10 lovely cottage s suitable for 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Arnarstapi Campsite: large campsite we ll-suited for individuals, families or groups.  Restaurant Snjófell: offers quality lo cal food from the surroundings of Snæfellsnes peninsula. Snjófell is puropse built for you to enjoy the food in the breathtaking environment of Arnarstapi. 

The Old Post Office Guesthouse is a small guesthouse in the center of Grundarfjordur. All rooms have private bathrooms with shower and a flat screen tv and internet access. Guests can use the shared kitchen facilities.  Nice view from each room either towards the mountain range in the south or the ocean and the Kirkjufell mountain.  Restaurants, grocery shop, pharmacy, etc. within walking distance.  Further information on our website: topo.is 

Fossatún is located 90 km from Reykjavík by road nr 50. It is surrounded by beautiful nature and scenery in the Mid-Borgarfjörður area. Fossatún is an ideal destination for shorter and longer stays. Country HotelThe Country Hotel offers 18,2 m2 comfortable standard rooms with ensuite bathrooms. There are 12 rooms (double and twin available), and all are wheelchair accessible. Each room has a different decoration and a flat-screen TV with international channels, as well as free Wi-Fi, available outdoors and indoors. Breakfast is included in the price. All rooms come with bed linen and towels. The Sunset Cottage is only 35 meters from the service house  (hot tubs). The Sunset Cottage has its name for a reason and is a 42m2 two-bedroom house with kitchen facilities and a bathroom.  Camping PodsThe camping pods are the newest type of accommodation at Fossatún, and they provide a warm and comfortable stay to our guests. Guests need to bring everything they would bring if they were camping: sleeping bags, pots and pans, etc., but there is an added luxury of space, warmth, dryness, electricity and a good bed to sleep in. The pod is divided into a sleeping area and a lounge. The lounge has a table, 2 chairs and a bench. In the sleeping area there is a bed for two persons with a special mattress of fabric that breathes, is water resistant, and bacteria free. Insid,e there are also electrical radiators, lights, sockets, and Wi-Fi available. Showers and toilets are open 24/7 on the same building as the hot tubs, a few metres away from the pods. Guests also have access to a Cooking Cabin, which includes a fridge, microwave, stove, tea kettle, pans, and a dining area. Most of our camping pods are only available from 1st of April to 31st of October, but a new type, more insulated, is now available from November to March.  Restaurant"Rock and Troll" is the restaurant´s slogan. Icelandic & international kitchen, grill, and café. Lunch buffet & daily specialties. The Record CollectionWhen having dinner, customers can choose one record from Steinar´s vinyl collection, which includes more than 3.000 records, and our staff will happily put it on. This incredible collection belongs to Steinar Berg, the host at Fossatún and a man with a great love for music. Steinar was born in 1952, and between 1975 and 1993, he was the owner of a music company, Steinar Records, which was involved with many of Iceland´s best musical talents. Troll-storiesSteinar Berg is also a writer of troll stories that are illustrated by Brian Pilkington. The books are available, autographed, and on special offer at the reception. Troll-walkGuests can take a troll-walk while enjoying the beautiful surroundings and view. Marked paths, with signs and information, and illustrations of trolls are at the site.  Further information on website: http://www.fossatun.is

Sauðafell Guesthouse is a newly renovated old romantic farmhouse from the 19th century. There are 6 rooms with made-up beds on two floors to choose from with great view. Kitchen with all necessary equipment as well as a large living room area and 3 modern bathrooms.  Free Wi-Fi in all rooms.  Sauðafell Guesthouse is an ideal place to enjoy the diverse landscape or simply relax.

Grundarfjörður Bed and Breakfast is a small 8 room guesthouse located by the harbor in Grundarfjörður. All rooms have private bathrooms with shower, flat screen TV and tea/coffee maker. The guesthouse is in the same building as our café and office for Láki Tours, at Nesvegur 5, 350 Grundarfjörður. We have 6 rooms on the first floor and 2 on the ground floor. We serve our breakfast, which is included, at Láki Café, next door, from 8:00 to 10:00. Please contact for prices and booking information.

The Freezer is an award winning social hostel, situated inside a renovated and recycled fish factory in the tiny fishing village of Rif on the Snæfellsnes peninsula.  At our place, Icelandic arts, culture and local hospitality come together to create unforgettable memories for those looking for the completely unique Icelandic experience. We offer beds in themed dorms, artsy private rooms, camping spaces, as well as five amazing apartments for those looking for the tranquility of true Icelandic country living.  Take an interactive tour of the Freezer 

Sjávarborg is a guesthouse and cafe located next to the beautiful harbor in Stykkishólmur. Offering twin, double, single and family rooms. Breakfast at the cafe or prepare your own meals at the guest kitchen. 

Lambalækur is a guesthouse located in the quiet contryside near the town of Borgarnes, an one hour drive from Reykjavík. Lambalækur is a set in a lovely 19th century, renovated Norwegian wooden house with rustic furnishing. The house features 5 bedrooms, each with an in-room wash basin as well as 3 bathrooms.  The Borgarfjörður area has stunning landscapes and beautiful natural attractions that you can explore. This is a great option for your winter holiday with a good possibility of spotting the Northern Lights and seeing them clearly as there are no distracting light poles around.  Open all year. 

Dalahyttur is a family run company and offers 9 double rooms.  There are three 15m2 tiny houses. Each house consists of sleeping area with double bed 160 cm, a kitchenette, dining area, a bathroom with a shower, WiFi and car parking for each house.  We also have six 20m2 double rooms in three houses. Every room has a separate entrance, 160 cm bed, sofa, bathroom with shower, armchair, kettle, coffee and tea, WiFi and free parking for each room.  Reception and a restaurant are located in a renovated Quonset house at our premises. From the hut you can enjoy beautiful mountain view over three valleys. In total darkness, late at night in the winter, it is nice to sit inside or outside on the patio and watch the Aurora Borealis when they appear.  Dalahyttur is centrally located in the west part of Iceland and the southern part of the Westfjords.  For booking information, please contact us at:  Mobile: +354 869 8778  Email: gudrun@dalahyttur.is     

Fully equipped kitchenHot tub Accommodates up to 6 guests Three double rooms with private bathrooms One room with wheelchair accessFree WiFiTelevision with entertainment system