FLAK is a house of arts, a cultural orientated pub and fish-soup restaurant at Patreksfjörður harbour in the Icelandic West Fjords. Join us for some snacks and home brewed beer and you might even catch a live concert or something else from our busy event calendar.
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The Leif Eiriksson center is an exciting destination for all ages, where stories of the voyages of Erik the Red and his son Leif the Lucky (also called Leifur Eiríksson), discovering parts of Greenland, Canada and the US, are presented in a new exhibition, consisting of works from ten renowned Icelandic visual artists. An audio guide will lead you through the history as you view the magical world of the exhibition. Afterwards you can enjoy a quick bite to eat or some good coffee on the ground floor.
Open daily from May to October.
Ghosts, trolls and sorcerers
To Icelanders the Strandir region is wrapped in an aura of mystery. According to lore it's not only home to ghosts, elves and trolls, but many thought witchcraft was rampant here, used for both good and evil.
Hotel Laugarholl is a peaceful and comfortable family-run country hotel located in the green and sparsely populated valley Bjarnarfjordur, perfectly situated for exploring the remote and beautiful wilderness of mysterious Strandir.
We have single, double and triple rooms with private or shared facilities, a cosy living room with free internet access and a restaurant with special emphasis on fresh and tasty homemade local food as well as global cuisine.
Next to the hotel you will find The Pool of Gvendur the good, a naturally warm geothermal outdoor swimming pool (32°C) and adjacent natural hot pool (42°C), perfect for relaxing after a long day on the road or hiking in the wilderness.
The camping site is open from 1. June - 1. September
From Reykjavik 258 km, from Stykkishólmur 190 km, from Ísafjörður 250 km, from Akureyri 360 km.
In Seljaland we offer accommodation for groups of 20-25. The old house takes up to 8 people and the three little cottages can fit 2-4 people per cottage.
A little restaurant that seats 25 people is located on these premises. Reservations must be made in advance.
A great place for small groups e.g. family gatherings, hiking groups or horse riding groups.
3 Cottages for 2 each, 1 house for 6 , 2 Rooms for 2 -3 each
Please contact for prices and booking information.
Vestur restaurant is a family restaurant in Patreksfjörður that offers a variety of dishes, including soup, hamburgers, pizza, salad, tacos and more. We focus on using fresh, local ingredients as much as possible. We hava a bar and show football games and other sport events.
Dalakot is a small guesthouse in an old house that has hosted guests since the mid-20th century. In 2013 the young couple Anna Sigríður Grétarsdóttir and Pálmi Jóhannsson bought the guesthouse and gave it the name Dalakot. Since then they have worked hard on renovation of the house and the garden and they are still working.
The guesthouse has 9 rooms with accommodation for 19 people. They also have a small house by the beach that sleeps 6 people and is suitable for smaller groups or a family.
A restaurant and a bar is also located in the house where pizzas and hamburgers are the main dishes of the menu but also offers a few specials. Open daily from 12:00 to 21:00.
Please contact for prices and booking information.
Hótel Flókalundur is a small family-run hotel in Vatnsfjörður, on the south coast of the Westfjords. The hotel was built in 1966 by the Local Region Association Barðstrendingafélagið, but prior to that, a restaurant was in operation on this location since 1961 and Vatnsfjörður has always been a popular visiting place for tourists in the area.
Hotel Flokalundur has 27 single or double bedrooms and one suite. All rooms are equipped with a bathroom.
All rooms are fully furnished and breakfast is included in the price.
One room is accessible by wheelchair.
A small Restaurant is located at Hotel Flokalundur and is open every day from 7:30 till 23:00 for all guests in the area.
A Breakfast Buffet is served from 07:30 till 10:00.
Lunch is served from 11:00 till 14:00 where the Meal of the Day is available, along with a menu of small dishes that can be ordered through the whole day.
Dinner is served off the Dinner Menu from 18:00 till 21:00 with emphasis on fresh seafood, local game and other meat dishes. The Restaurants offers a selection of alcoholic beverages. The bar is open until 23:00.
The Camping Site, with it's beautiful view over the fjord, is situated close to the Hotel.
On the Camping Site there is ample space for tents and camping trailers.
There is access to electricity and in a Facility Hut there are WC, hot and cold water faucets, showers and facilities for dishwashing.
The Camping Site is open from June 15th till September 10th.
Next to the hotel we have a small fuel station (automatic pumps) and a minimarket that is open between 11:00 and 18:00 during the summer.
Edinborg- Bistro is the place to go whether you want the taste of the Icelandic food culture, get some coffee and cake, or simply enjoying a cold one on the side. Then Edinburgh Bistro - Cafe - Bar is the place to enjoy.
Fisherman Hotel offers well equipped accommodation: Single rooms, double rooms and family rooms with or without private facilities. Bathrooms are positioned on all floors close to the rooms without private facilities. Wireless Internet connection is available free of charge. Please note that all rooms are a non-smoking environment. During the summer our coffee house is open where you can get food, cakes and more.
All our hotel guests get our Seafood Trail free of charge during the summertime. The Fisherman Seafood Trail, the company trademark and a guided tour, gives a unique experience of slow travel.
Indulge your senses with gourmet tastings, local history in remote, beautiful and sustainable Suðureyri and learn how the fishing industry has shaped Iceland's culture, past and present.
Daily departures during the summertime but please call ahead to confirm timing or contact the reception when you are here.
Please contact us for tours, prices and booking information.
Stúkuhúsið café/restaurant has a great location in the middle of the town Patreksfjordur, right next to the pool.
The view from Stúkuhúsið is stunning, overlooking the fjord.
Available is soup of the day with freshly baked bread. Homemade cakes, espresso coffee and delicious local food.
For opening hours and further information, please visito our Facebook page or our website, www.stukuhusid.is.
Welcome to Verbúðin Pub, a delightful haven nestled in the heart of Bolungarvík, where weary travelers and parched adventurers can find solace and indulge in the magic of bygone days. Step into our cozy abode and transport yourself back to the enchanting fishing village of early 20th century .
As you settle into our snug corners, the air fills with whispers of daring tales from the sea. Immerse yourself in the captivating fishy folklore while savoring the nectar of our exquisite beverages. Every sip is a tantalizing journey into the depths of flavors, just like the courageous fishermen exploring treacherous waves.
Our walls, adorned with remnants of yesteryear, unveil the cherished remnants of a bygone era. Glimpses of the past hang playfully, like precious treasures, evoking nostalgia and painting a vivid picture of the good old days. Each artifact tells a story, spinning a web of intrigue and inviting you to become part of the maritime history.
So, weary wanderer, let your senses be swept away on a whimsical journey at Verbúðin Pub, where time stands still, and the spirit of the fishing village dances joyfully in the air. Raise a glass, share a laugh, and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the captivating tapestry of Bolungarvík's past. Skál!
Accommodation offered in 16 standard twin and double rooms, 8 junior suites and 4 superior king rooms. Furthermore a cozy restaurant, living room, hot tub and sauna.
Various hiking trails, beautiful nature and magnificent views.
Pool, hot tub, steam bath and wading pool in beautiful surroundings.
Café Riis is proud to serve classic Icelandic dishes where there's a strong focus on high quality and local produce both from land and sea. Our well-known pizzas are also very popular with our guests and locals as they are unique to the place.
Café Riis has been a restaurant since 1996 and is in the old town centre of Hólmavík, situated in the town's oldest building built in 1897. The building has a strong and important history which is rooted through Hólmavík from the start of its trade to our days.
Dalahotel is a family owned hotel located in a beautiful, quiet valley, only 1 km from highway 60. The place is famous for its antiquity, Guðrún Ósvífursdóttir lived there, who was one of the main characters in Icelanders' Sagas. The hotel is located at the foot of a mountain where you can enjoy untouched nature with a number of hiking trails suitable for everyone. At the end of the day you can relax in the hot tubs and swimming pool, where the hot water is obtained from a borehole that is located in the hotel building area.
Hotel Ísafjörður is a modern and comfortable hotel in the heart of Ísafjörður, the capital of the Westfjords with 36 double rooms. All the rooms are non-smoking and have private shower, TV, coffee/tea making facilities and free internet access. The hotel has a fully licenced restaurant with a fabulous view over the harbour where guests can enjoy a wide selection of seafood as well as other dishes. The hotel has well equipped conference facilities for meetings and conferece.
Amid the mountains of the wild Westfjords region, Einarshúsið Guesthouse is in Bolungarvík, a small fishing village.
The building is from the turn of the 20th Century. We offer eight rooms, from a spacious suite to lovely rooms for two to three persons. The rooms have either view to the impressive mountains or seaside view over the Ísafjarðardjúp inlet. Each room has a sink but other bathroom facilities are shared. Six of the rooms are on second floor and two on the lower ground floor. The suite has a seating area and a balcony. WiFi is free of charge and free parking is available on site. Breakfast is optional for extra charge.
Our restaurant is open daily during the summer but only irregularly during the wintertime. The restaurant is famous for its Pizzas and simple, yet delicious, traditional Icelandic dishes. On weekdays we have a lunch-buffet and in the evenings and weekends a dish of the day option. In the lounge area you can relax and enjoy drinks. The guesthouse features an outdoor terrace where you can enjoy food and drink on the long Icelandic summer days.
Bolungarvík is a good base for trips around north of West Fjords. A 2-minute walk from the guesthouse you will find an indoor swimming pool with outdoor hot tubs and waterslide. The village is about 15-minute drive from Ísafjörður, the largest town on the West Fjords peninsula with more varied services.
Hotel Heydalur is located in the beautiful valley of Heydalur, around 320 km from Reykjavík and 130 km from Ísafjörður. The hotel offers 59 beds in 19 rooms (all with private WC) as well as three summer cottages.
The hotel restaurant is renowned for its delicious, local food which is served in the old barn.
The hotel also operates a campsite (open from June 1 until the end of October) with warm showers, flushing toilets and ample electricity plugs for RVs and trailers.
Heydalur has recently been nominated as the best bathing site in the Westfjords area. Near the hotel you will find two outdoor, geothermal hot tubs, as well as a small pool inside a tropical greenhouse. On the other side of the river Heydalsá you will find yet another natural hot tub.
The opportunities for recreation and activities are almost endless. The hotel has a playground for children and youth, but also offers guided kayaking and horse riding tours that are suitable for most people. There are numerous hiking routes available, birdwatching is excellent during summer and freshwater fishing is also possible. During winter, visitors can enjoy snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and, of course, the magic of the northern lights.