Fosshotel Westfjords

My wife and I stayed here for one night. It was clean, quiet and comfortable. The provided breakfast was very nice. Staff was friendly. The hotel is modern. The best part of our stay was the Northern Lights! They were visible from a nice dark viewing hill behind the hotel.

We stayed here 1 night while moving through the Westfjords - we headed west/south "out of" Westfjords so the location was perfect to sleep over night as then it allows you plenty of time the next day to drive through the regional attractions (Latrabjarg, Raudisandur Beach, Gardar BA 64) before heading back on the road to continue the journey eastwards/south to get back on the Ring Road/Road 1. The hotel is I believe 40 rooms but it feels much smaller, more intimate that it 40 rooms sound like - we had previously stayed at Fosshotel Husavik which felt much much bigger than Westfjords, so we felt much more cozy here in a smaller "version" :) The hotel is literally on the waterfront so you have really nice views of the cliffs/water/sunset - had we had more energy I would love to wander along the shoreline in the evening and check out more of the area, but we didnt as our batteries were super low drained towards the end of this trip - the peaceful quality sleep in the room thus came very handy - both Fosshotel in Husavik and here in Westfjords were no noise and great sleep - very much appreciated! Food at breakfast was tasty and enough savory and sweet options for everyone, an espresso machine came handy as well :) There are restaurants and bakery in walking distance, and an N1 gas station to refuel before heading out on the road - a very convenient location on the road while exploring Westfjords.

My husband and I traveled the Ring road, but we wanted to see the Westfjords, too, so took a detour. We are so glad that we did! And this hotel really was a perfect place to go at the end of the day. Our windows faced the fjord and you just cannot beat this view. The room was comfortable and roomy. Our bed was comfortable and the shower nice and hot! We had the breakfast, which was good, but nothing too splashy. I was hoping for porridge, but settled for cold muesli. I think it is geared for the Icelandic palate rather than mine, so that is fair. We didn't eat here for dinner, but tried a local restaurant (the only one in town, I think) that I can also recommend: Stúkuhúsið. It's a small place with fresh soups, main dishes, and baked goods. Probably the best meal we had in Iceland. For some warm comfort and a nice rest, I recommend this Fosshotel.

In a country where the best hotels are barebones compared to US and European standards, this one stands out. It's not a five star hotel by normal standards but it is modern, clean, and comfortable. My room had a firm mattress, comfy comforters and good pillows, nice furnishings, and a gorgeous view of the fjord. The restaurant dinner was excellent. We had an included breakfast which was tasty though not creative or varied. I would stay here again any time.