Arnarstapi Travel Guide

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The Bardar Saga Statue at Arnastapi Iceland
The Bardar Saga Statue at Arnastapi Iceland
ARNARSTAPI Iceland

Mt. Stapafell, a beautiful harbour, clifftop walks, and a sight in every direction.

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Hellnar is located at Snæfellsnes penesuella in a beautiful National park.
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The walk from Arnarstapi to Hellnar (or Hellnar to Arnarstapi) is a great short hike (~2.5km) right off the ring road on Snæfellsnes Peninsula.  In Arnarstapi the trail is marked to the right off the main path past the stone monument and  follows the cliffside.  The return trip on the lava splattered trail exposes the mountains and the cliffs from all new angles.

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Arnarstapi Hotel

Arnarstapi Hotel

3 out of 5
Arnarstapi 350, Snaefellsnes Peninsula Arnarstapi
The price is AU$243 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$243
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (298 reviews)
You can't beat the location - perfectly situated allowing direct access to walk the cliff tops and view the beauty of the Icelandic coast below and a good point to split the trip if seeing the West end. The room was nice enough and the huge window facing the sea was nice but it would be have been ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Arnarstapi Hotel
Arnarstapi Cottages

Arnarstapi Cottages

3 out of 5
Arnarstapi Arnarstapi
Stay at this hotel in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
What could be improved is the flexibility shown in exceptional circumstances. We were unable to reach the cottage due to a snowstorm, and a partial refund would have been a reasonable gesture of goodwill. Policies serve their purpose from a business standpoint, but an occasional act of understanding ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Arnarstapi Cottages
Glass House with Private River & 360° Views

Glass House with Private River & 360° Views

Arnarstapi Snaefellsbaer
Stay at this holiday home in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy a garden and patios. Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are located nearby.
Glass House with Private River & 360° Views
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.
Glass House with Private River & 360° Views

Glass House with Private River & 360° Views

Arnarstapi Snaefellsbaer
Stay at this holiday home in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy a garden and patios. Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are located nearby.
Glass House with Private River & 360° Views
Fell Holiday Home

Fell Holiday Home

3.5 out of 5
Arnarstapavegur 1 Arnarstapi
Stay at this cottage in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are located ...
Fell Holiday Home
Nonholl cabin, unique getaway in Iceland

Nonholl cabin, unique getaway in Iceland

Arnarstapi Snaefellsbaer
Stay at this cabin in Snæfellsbær. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Arnarstapi Cliffs and Rauðfeldsgjá are located nearby.
Nonholl cabin, unique getaway in Iceland
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.

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