Fosshotel Stykkishólmur
Fosshotel Stykkishólmur is a 3-star hotel located in the beautiful fishing village of Stykkishólmur.
Stykkishólmur, sometimes called the town of thousand islands, is in the Northern part of the Snaefellsnes peninsula. The town boasts a wonderful atmosphere set by old-style houses that make you feel like you’ve taken a step back in time.
With a population of approximately 1,100 people, Stykkishólmur saw its first development in 1550, when the natural harbour allowed for the creation of a trading post. The town experienced further development while the Danish Trade Monopoly was in place.
Ideally situated for discovering West Iceland, Fosshotel Stykkishólmur is a great base for visiting attractions in the local area such as the Norwegian House, the Shark Museum and the Library of Water. The bustling harbour even offers ferry trips to Flatey Island and the Westfjords.
Want to explore further afield? The Snaefellsnes peninsula is a paradise for adventurers, featuring lava fields, basalt cliffs, legendary caves and the Snæfellsjökull glacier. It is also home to Kirkjufell, or Church Mountain, which stands 463 meters above sea level and is said to be the most photographed mountain in Iceland.
Want to enjoy a round of golf during your stay? All our guests have free access to Víkurvellir the golf course in Stykkishólmur.
Meetings and Events
Come and join us in one of the greatest conference hall’s in the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Located just a 2-hour drive from Reykjavik, Fosshótel Stykkishólmur provides a high-quality service for your conference or event. The conference hall is equipped with all the technical equipment you’ll need for your event to run smoothly and the location is guaranteed to impress your guests.
Restaurant
A warm and cosy restaurant where you can enjoy the extraordinary view of the beautiful village of Stykkishólmur.
The kitchen has focus on all the local ingredients Breiðafjörður bay has to offer, such as blue mussels, scallops, fresh fish, seaweed etc. The cooking is as natural as possible, so all the flavours are at best quality possible.
Interesting places and scenery near Fosshotel Stykkishólmur, West Iceland
Snæfellsjökull National Park and Glacier
Kirkjufell Mountain
Breiðafjörður Bay
FAQ
Standard check in time is 3pm local hotel time and check-out time is 12pm local hotel time.
You can contact the hotel and request an early check in and/or late check-out for additional charge. This is based on availability and possible to request via the welcome email guests receive shortly before arrival.
If you arrive earlier, the reception will gladly store your baggage in the baggage area until your room is ready.
Guests can enjoy free parking.
There is a range of tours and activities available in and around Stykkishólmur.
Fosshótel Stykkishólmur provides a high-quality service for your Conference & Event. The Conference Hall can accommodate up to 250 guests in reception and is convenient for all kind of events such as conferences, meetings, banquets, workshops and concerts.
Yes, dogs are allowed at the hotel. To request a dog friendly room when booking, it is important that you inform us in the comment box. To guarantee the room, you'll have to contact the hotel.
More about our furry friends. See our pet policy.
Bookings made on the website can be changed or cancelled via link in the booking confirmation email.
Yes there is a charging station.
Breakfast is served from 7am-10am.
Yes.
The hotel is open all year except for 11.Dec-11.Jan.
At Íslandshotel, we uphold a strong commitment to sustainability and ensuring the privacy of our guests. As part of that commitment, our housekeeping team enters your room exclusively upon your request,
providing cleaning services and changing towels. By implementing this practice, we significantly reduce water and chemical consumption. However, if you prefer daily cleaning or require any restock of amenities,we are delighted to accommodate your preferences.To request housekeeping services, please inform the front desk upon check-in or before 10 AM prior to the desired service. You are also welcome to request fresh towels, linens, or any additional amenities as required.
By adopting these measures, we aim to offer you a more personalized and comfortable stay, while contributing to a more sustainable future.
If you have any concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly staff.
Learn more about our sustainable practices and our Green Key Certificate here.
To request housekeeping services, please inform the front desk upon check-in or before 10 AM prior to the desired service. You are also welcome to request fresh towels, linens, or any additional amenities as required.
The Government of Iceland approved 15. December 2023 that a lodging tax would take effect 1. January 2024. This tax was abolished for the period 1. April 2020 to 31. December 2023 due to the corona virus pandemic.
In short:
The lodging tax takes effect 1. January 2024.
The lodging tax will be ISK 600 plus 11% VAT.
The lodging tax is per room, per night.
The lodging tax is charged on arrival.