Vesturbyggð Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Reise durch die Westfjorde, Vesturbyggð, Island
Reise durch die Westfjorde, Vesturbyggð, Island
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
Something about this spot, didn't seem like Iceland ?
The Westfjords of Iceland is a large peninsula in northwestern Iceland. It has a mountainous coastline, heavily indented by dozens of fjords surrounded by steep hills. These fjords make roads circuitous and difficult to drive. The mountain scenery is rugged but specular.
Fosshotel Westfjords

Fosshotel Westfjords

3 out of 5
Aðalstræti 100 Vesturbyggð
Stay at this hotel in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and housekeeping. Popular attractions Hnjotur Folk Museum and Pollurinn Hot Pool are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
A nice hotel conveniently located near restaurants, groceries, and the harbor. Wonderfully friendly staff. Large rooms with private baths. I didn't pay for the breakfast because it was ridiculously expensive for what is offered, so don't know if it is good. Overall, a nice hotel in a lovely ...

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Fosshotel Westfjords
Hotel West

Hotel West

3 out of 5
Adalstræti 62 Vesturbyggð
The price is AU$363 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$363
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Hnjotur Folk Museum and Pollurinn Hot Pool are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
Great location, near restaurants and with great views of the water. Hotel manager was very friendly and helpful with our bags. We used the hot tub and sauna - both were well maintained. Good breakfast. Room was small for 2 people but very comfortable. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 9 July 2025

Hotel West
Harbour Inn guesthouse

Harbour Inn guesthouse

3 out of 5
Dalbraut 1 Vesturbyggð
Stay at this guesthouse in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum and Saga of Gisli ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (151 reviews)
Nice people, nice place

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Harbour Inn guesthouse
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Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur

Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur

Patreksfjordur Westfjords
Stay at this cottage in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Very spacious house with plenty of rooms and outdoor space to accommodate a small to large gathering. This is a great launching point to discover the Westfjords area. The home is well supplied for cooking and has plenty of supplies! There is a natural hot-spring pool nearby (5 minutes). The views ...

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Tvera - roomy quality cottage with a view, close to the ferry harbor Brjanslækur
Hænuvík Cottages

Hænuvík Cottages

2.5 out of 5
Hænuvík Vesturbyggð
Stay at this beach cottage in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and a garden. Popular attraction Hnjotur Folk Museum is located nearby.
Amazing location
Amazing, remote location. Cabin was tiny and rustic. Loved the beautiful area and empty beach. Felt a little like camping but worth it for unique experience.

Reviewed on 27 July 2021

Hænuvík Cottages
Systrakot

Systrakot

3 out of 5
Kirkjubraut 3 Talknafjordur
Stay at this apartment in Talknafjordur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
very clean room and friendly host

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Systrakot
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Látrabjarg Cliffs

Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Vesturbyggð.

Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum during your trip to Vesturbyggð.

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum

Breidavik Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Breidavik Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vesturbyggð.

Breidavik Beach

Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord

Learn about the local history of Bildudalur when you take a trip to Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord

Bjargtangar Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Hvallatur with a stop at Bjargtangar Lighthouse. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Bjargtangar Lighthouse