Vogur Country Lodge

Top choice in West Iceland


Modern, spacious Vogur has well-lit airy rooms (single to family-sized) with en suite bathrooms and fabulous views (we prefer rooms 16 and 17). The restaurant (open 6pm to 9pm) makes delicious local fare. There's a hot tub and bike rental, too.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby West Iceland attractions

1. Breiðafjörður

12.28 MILES

Stykkishólmur’s jagged peninsula pushes north into stunning Breiðafjörður, a broad waterway separating the Snæfellsnes from the looming cliffs of the…

2. Súgandisey

12.39 MILES

The basalt island Súgandisey features a scenic lighthouse and grand views across Breiðafjörður. Reach it via the causeway at Stykkishólmur harbour.

3. Norska Húsið

12.57 MILES

Stykkishólmur’s quaint maritime charm comes from the cluster of wooden warehouses, shops and homes around the town’s harbour. Most date back about 150…

4. Stykkishólmskirkja

12.57 MILES

Stykkishólmur's futuristic church, designed by Jón Haraldsson, has a sweeping bell tower that looks like a whale vertebra. The interior features hundreds…

5. Volcano Museum

12.57 MILES

The Volcano Museum, housed in Stykkishólmur's old cinema, is the brainchild of vulcanologist Haraldur Sigurðsson, and features art depicting volcanoes,…

6. Library of Water

12.61 MILES

For relaxing views of town and bay, head up the hill to the Library of Water. This window-lined space showcases an installation by American artist Roni…

7. Viewing Disc

12.78 MILES

Get a 360 degree view of town and the fjords from this viewing disc marked with local landmarks.

8. Helgafell

14.09 MILES

About 5km south of Stykkishólmur, the holy mountain Helgafell (73m) was once venerated by worshippers of the god Þór. Although quite small, the mountain…