3 Best Hotels in West Iceland and Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

A one-of-a-kind hotel at the edge of the world, Hótel Búðir comes with a rich history and is surrounded by lava fields and the Snæfellsjökull glacier on one side and untamed beaches on the other. You would be forgiven for thinking you stepped into an alternate reality as you lounge in the leather-bound chairs, nursing a coffee and watching the sun set on friendly seals. The excellent on-site restaurant focuses on seasonal and local ingredients—which is fortunate, considering that the nearest alternative is miles away.

There are few hotel options here, but Hotel Húsafell has everything you need for a solid home base while exploring the region. Each room is decorated with local art by the town's world-renowned artist Páll Guðmundsson. Two on-site restaurants—one a full-service option and the other a café—offer myriad options for all diets. The best part of staying here may be the two geothermal baths: the private Canyon Baths and the area's municipal pool (with possibly the hottest steam bath in the country). The Canyon Baths are a luxurious opportunity to relax in a natural hot spring with a glass of wine and take in the stars or northern lights with a private guide.

Fosshotel is a regional chain known for friendly and dependable service, and the Stykkishólmur location is no exception. You won't get the same cozy vibe as at some of the guesthouses in the area, but you will get your own private room and bathroom. The hotel restaurant offers great views to go with your meal.