Hótel Búðir

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"Marooned on a remote beach of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, the hotel delivers that soul-stirring Icelandic sense of isolation with arresting views across the bay and toward the Snæfellsnes glacier; interiors are cozy, soothing, and sophisticated with vintage-style furnishings, and the restaurant is a national favorite." - Erika Owen, James Taylor

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"The luxury Budir Hotel near Budakirkja is highlighted as the top choice for accommodations on Snaefellsnes." - Jamie Carter Jamie Carter Jamie Carter is an experienced science, technology, and travel journalist and the editor of WhenIsTheNextEclipse.com. An avid stargazer, Jamie writes about exploring the night sky, solar and lunar eclipses, moon-gazing, astro-travel, astronomy, and space exploration. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"Perched on a dramatic stretch of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, this rustic-elegant property offers rooms that look out onto glaciers, lava fields, mountains, and coastline alongside a seasonal, farm-and-sea-driven restaurant celebrated for perfectly cooked fish (notably arctic char tartare) and lamb preparations; the adjacent bar boasts one of the country’s largest whiskey selections. Recent expansion added 52 haute-country-cottage rooms, and the hotel arranges outdoor excursions such as hiking, glacier and cave exploration, horseback riding, and whale-watching." - Nicholas DeRenzo, Elissa Garay

"Hotel Budir About a two-hour drive from Reykjavik, Hotel Budir’s remote location makes it popular with visitors hoping to spot the Northern Lights. Situated near a windswept beach beside the mighty Snaefellsness glacier, the property’s raw natural surroundings contrast beautifully with its romantic interiors, which pair features like leather and velvet furnishings and polished wooden floors with decorative touches that include sepia photos, stocked bookshelves, and picture windows perfect for enjoying the scenery. The rooms skew more modern, with earthy tones and contemporary furniture. The hotel restaurant is by far the best in the area, and the bar is cozy enough to encourage lounging. Upstairs is a common area with sofas, a fireplace, and yet more great views."

"Located on the breathtaking Snæfellsnes Peninsula, a couple of hours north of Reykjavík, Hótel Búðir has been operatingsince the 1940s and is one of the best places to stay in the region—as well as one of the best places to dine. The restaurant is simply decorated with wooden tables and chairs, lace curtains, traditional paintings, and—the main draw aesthetically—huge windows that look out onto the magnificent landscapes of the peninsula. Framed in those windows are moss-covered lava fields, the glistening ocean, and the Snæfellsjökull glacier itself. The gourmet menu focuses on local goods: fresh fish and meat (lamb, veal) from nearby farms, with fresh, seasonal vegetables. Staff are welcoming and always happy to guide you through the very decent wine and cocktail lists."