9 Best Hotels in Stykkishólmur, West Iceland and Snæfellsnes Peninsula

This family-owned guesthouse may not feature every luxury amenity under the sun, but the serenity and breathtaking views have few comparisons in all of Iceland. The unbelievable natural vistas include eagles swooping overhead and frequent appearances by the northern lights. The minimalist design includes some quirky choices, with each room named after a specific cow from the on-site farm and decorated in color palates modeled after brands of tractors.

This design-forward hotel's one goal is to make you feel as cozy as humanly possible. Set in an 1865 building with a distinctive red facade, each room boasts decor inspired by the surrounding ocean. It serves possibly the best breakfast in all of West Iceland, with a selection that caters to a range of diets, including gluten-free and vegan options. 

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.

The family-run Hotel Breiðafjördur, which was the first schoolhouse in the village in 1897 and later a bakery, offers both private rooms and hostel-style accommodations. There is private parking included with your room or bed rate, and each guest gets a complimentary hot beverage—ideally taken on the balcony while reflecting on your day's highlights.

In the 1930s, a group of Catholic nuns traveled to Stykkishólmur to start a community, building a chapel, monastery, and hospital; today, the chapel still serves as a place for travelers to rest as Hotel Fransiskus. It's connected to the hospital, so don't be alarmed when you drive up wondering if you've got the right place.

A luxurious yet simple boutique hotel in central Stykkishólmur, Karólína shares owners with Hótel Egilsen and this is evident in the tasteful Nordic design. The bright wooden interiors combine vintage charm with modern touches and make for an excellent lodging choice in downtown Stykkishólmur.

This cozy guesthouse is located right in the middle of Stykkishólmur, just minutes away from the harbor and local geothermal swimming pool. The downstairs café feels like stepping into the living room of an Icelandic grandmother, complete with hot chocolate and freshly baked rhubarb crumble. Both shared and private rooms are available and the basement area has a dining space and a kitchen facility that guests can use. Make sure to ask about the local sightseeing and fishing tours, as the friendly owners are always willing to lend a hand.

Located smack-dab in the center of town, Sýsló Guesthouse has great hilltop views of nearby Breiðafjörður Bay. With close access to the town's museums, restaurants, bars, and historic homes, you can't go wrong embarking on a stroll through the winding streets. Sýsló Guesthouse is owned by the same people who run the nearby Hótel Egilsen, which is where you have to go to check-in.