Title: Western Iceland Travel Guide: Best of Western Iceland, Iceland Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Western Iceland](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Iceland-Hotels.d668924433240973312.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Western Iceland](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Iceland-Holiday-Rentals.d668924433240973312.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Western Iceland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Western-Iceland.d668924433240973312.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Western Iceland Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Western-Iceland.d668924433240973312.Car-Hire-Guide)[Western Iceland Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Iceland.d668924433240973312.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Western Iceland Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Western Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3e0340fff734f4e50c454c8ee9d468c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Western Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/b65d5968cba837eec4a5b8ed7cf3f6ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Western Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6ac061951d6add77e713a2f98a042402.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Western Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/05fcf87cf5d8070ca851b3e5b3376cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Western Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1393b65400b13897661364e5c93760ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Western Iceland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Western Iceland ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/672338ecb0c427a04594a4acd05c60d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Isafjordur Old Town If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Isafjordur Old Town and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Isafjordur and Westfjords Heritage Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isafjordur-Isafjordur-Old-Town.dx954831105650278400) - Top hotels in Western Iceland - Top Holiday Rentals in Western Iceland ![Fosshotel Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9040000/9031800/9031743/4c46e13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fosshotel Reykjavik Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £181 27 Oct - 28 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,040 reviews) "Clean and well equipped" Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F10%2F2025&endDate=28%2F10%2F2025&selected=9031743&PinnedHotelID=9031743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=668924433240973312) ![Alda Hotel Reykjavik](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8120100/8120033/940267ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Alda Hotel Reykjavik Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik £167 22 Oct - 23 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,025 reviews) "street noise from partiers late at night quite considerable. walls are very thin, same from above - you can hear every step they take, also, when room neighbors' close their doors hard, the walls shake noticeably bathroom quite small with ridiculously small sink. great location - parking is on street, ..." Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F10%2F2025&endDate=23%2F10%2F2025&selected=8120033&PinnedHotelID=8120033&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=668924433240973312) ![Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12800/12750/14bcaffe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik £120 21 Oct - 22 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) "they were fine" Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F10%2F2025&endDate=22%2F10%2F2025&selected=12750&PinnedHotelID=12750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=668924433240973312) [See all 1,665 properties in Western Iceland](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025®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. ![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 3.5-star aparthotel in Hvalfjarðarsveit. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews) "After a long day travel, we arrived early at 3 o’clock, and we’re very disappointed that we could not even sit in a lobby. Accommodations Work great and the staff were very helpful. We were hoping to leave early to start the golden ring circle before the crowds however, breakfast does not start until ..." Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hvalfjararsveit-Hotels-Hotel-Laxarbakki.h4482295.Hotel-Information) ![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! (235 reviews) "Very nice" Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Borgarnes-Hotels-Fossatun-Camping-Pods-Cottages-Sleeping-Bag-Accommodation.h22222400.Hotel-Information) ![Dis Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22440000/22438400/22438369/a3156550_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dis Cottages Þórdísarstaðir, Eirarsveit, Grundarfjörður, Western Region Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Grundarfjörður. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Kirkjufell Mountain and Lighthouse Krossnesviti ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews) Kirkjufell view cottages "I stayed here 4 times now and absolutely love these cottages! Great location just outside of Grundarfjordur...very quiet and peaceful with great views looking out to ocean, mountains/Kirkjufell, and beautiful sunsets! Cottage as everything you need even small stove plate on the kitchenette you feel ..." 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Snaefellsjokull-Iceland.d6102116.Attraction) ![Grabrok](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d931e9a9720e49ae87bbeb2ddda5f1b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grabrok Explore the great outdoors at Grabrok, a lovely green space in Bifroest. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grabrok-Borgarnes.d6102136.Attraction) ![Glymur Waterfall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/214cd58efaaa0c0ff0026ee11d547826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Glymur Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glymur Waterfall during your travels in Hvalfjarðarsveit. Discover the area's northern lights views and restaurants. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hraunfossar-Borgarnes.d6102120.Attraction) ## Cities near Western Iceland ![Isafjordur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/672338ecb0c427a04594a4acd05c60d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Isafjordur [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isafjordur.dx1566) ![Photo by Fintan O'Halloran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ae8e17d352b081e1a5644fc7e66d1bcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Patreksfjordur [](https://expedia.co.uk/Patreksfjordur.dx2773) ![Photo by Mrinabh Dutta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/25fb6b3d6e90cb8cdae2cf7fb535c431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Budardalur [](https://expedia.co.uk/Budardalur.dx5886) ![Bildudalur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d24615e5cad790d1dd7ce55fb4c0107b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bildudalur [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bildudalur.dx6358) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - [Flatey Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flatey-Hotels.d6192519.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - Cities near Western Iceland - Places of interest [Isafjordur](https://expedia.co.uk/Isafjordur.dx1566)[Patreksfjordur](https://expedia.co.uk/Patreksfjordur.dx2773)[Budardalur](https://expedia.co.uk/Budardalur.dx5886)[Bildudalur](https://expedia.co.uk/Bildudalur.dx6358)[Flateyri](https://expedia.co.uk/Flateyri.dx7281)[Hvammstangi](https://expedia.co.uk/Hvammstangi.dx7761)[Borgarnes](https://expedia.co.uk/Borgarnes.dx6047826)[Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik.dx6054688)[Budir](https://expedia.co.uk/Budir.dx6059352)[Mosfellsbær](https://expedia.co.uk/Mosfellsbr.dx6094625)[Saurbaer](https://expedia.co.uk/Saurbaer.dx6127132)[Akranes](https://expedia.co.uk/Akranes.dx6145186)[Hellissandur](https://expedia.co.uk/Hellissandur.dx6192528)[Holmavik](https://expedia.co.uk/Holmavik.dx6193453)[Furufjordur](https://expedia.co.uk/Furufjordur.dx6193482)[Súðavík](https://expedia.co.uk/Suavik.dx3000029312)[Hvanneyri](https://expedia.co.uk/Hvanneyri.dx3000029370)[Hvalfjarðarsveit](https://expedia.co.uk/Hvalfjararsveit.dx3000029373)[Hjardarfell](https://expedia.co.uk/Hjardarfell.dx3000029394)[Brautarholt](https://expedia.co.uk/Brautarholt.dx3000029429)[Borðeyri](https://expedia.co.uk/Boreyri.dx3000029431) - [Port of Isafjordur](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Isafjordur-Isafjordur.d553248621561207028.Attraction) - [Skalafell Ski Area](https://expedia.co.uk/Skalafell-Ski-Area-Reykjavik.d6131472.Attraction) - [Vidgelmir Lava Tube](https://expedia.co.uk/Vidgelmir-Lava-Tube-Borgarnes.d6250725.Attraction) - [Hornstrandir Nature Reserve](https://expedia.co.uk/Hornstrandir-Nature-Reserve-Westfjords.d6102162.Attraction) - [Ullarselid -The Wool Hut](https://expedia.co.uk/Ullarselid-The-Wool-Hut-Borgarnes.d553248621565118596.Attraction) - [Arctic Fox Centre](https://expedia.co.uk/Arctic-Fox-Centre-Suavik.d553248621561207029.Attraction) - [Stykkishólmskirkja](https://expedia.co.uk/Stykkisholmskirkja-Stykkisholmur.d553248621532488429.Attraction) - [Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve](https://expedia.co.uk/Vatnsfjordur-Nature-Reserve-Vesturbygg.d6102150.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in 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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