Umi Hotel

Absolutely incredible stay at Umi! From the moment we arrived, the service was top notch—warm, professional, and always attentive. The room was cozy with stunning views, and everything was spotless and thoughtfully prepared.||The food was a true highlight. Dinner was outstanding, with fresh local ingredients and beautifully presented dishes. Breakfast was just as impressive, with plenty of delicious options to start the day right.||The location is unbeatable. A peaceful walk to the nearby beach offered breathtaking scenery and total tranquility. We also loved the sauna experience—relaxing with views of the mountains—and the massage was one of the best we’ve ever had.||Hotel Umi is a perfect mix of luxury, comfort, and Icelandic charm. Can’t recommend it enough—would return in a heartbeat!

This was by far our favorite hotel in Iceland. It is quite small (maybe 35 rooms), and feels very remote, but it was just what we needed. Iceland was experiencing crazy weather during our visit, so driving became a chore. The staff at Umi was friendly and inviting. They took care of every ones of our needs and were very friendly. Our room needed and extra bed, so we enjoyed happy hour at the small bar. They do not have hot tubs yet, but they do have a spa where you can book a massage. My daughter said it was great. It's a 20 minute walk to the beach, but it is flat and easy. The black sand is remarkable. We ate at the hotel and the food was the best we experienced in Iceland. The rooms are clean and comfortable. Even with the "midnight sun" and insane winds outside, the room was relaxing and quite. I'm hoping to come back for the Northern Lights in the winter and will definitely book a stay at this hotel.

My husband and I stayed here for two nights in June, as we wanted something outside of Reykjavik but not in Vik. The property is beautiful, and the service is excellent. We enjoyed a tasty dinner at the restaurant and are still thinking about the soup! The hotel is only about a 15 minute drive from Skogafoss and 35 from Vik, but you feel like you are in your own world. We can't recommend Hotel Umi enough!

Loved this remote hotel with its outstanding views, comfortable rooms and delicious food. Staff very helpful, particularly liked the list of attractions near the hotel. Also ,grateful for the suggestion to walk to the beach as it was perfect on a sunny day. Wonderful stay

I arrived thinking, “Great, another trip of sad tomatoes and dry lettuce,” but wow — culinary knockout! The vegan options here are out of this world — creative, filling, and so delicious I seriously considered proposing to the chef. Sadly, he’s already married. To the lovely woman who also works there… and makes cocktails so good I forgave her immediately.||The staff? Absolutely amazing — friendly, relaxed, no fake smiles, just good vibes. The views? Like landing on another planet — mountains, space, silence, and that raw Icelandic magic. Perfect spot to actually breathe for once.||Highly recommended for anyone who thinks being vegan in Iceland is like being a penguin in the desert. Nope — I bloomed here like kale on a volcano. 🥬🔥

This hotel was perfect in every way—truly one of my favorite stays in Iceland. I was warmly welcomed by Lucas and his team, whose hospitality made me feel right at home from the start. The restaurant serves, without a doubt, the best food I had during my entire trip. On my departure day, Lucas went out of his way to accommodate my luggage storage and my extended stay, which I really appreciated. I also loved the serene sauna and exclusive access to the private black sand beach—such a unique and relaxing experience!

Everything about this place is breathtaking. From the service, to the location, to the food, to the amenities, to all the absolutely breathtaking scenery surrounding it - it's perfect! We had our engagement + birthday dinner, and the chef was super accommodating to our needs. We were there during Easter break when much of the staff was off and the front desk went the extra mile to source a masseuse for us, and it was just what we needed. After hiking at the naturally fed swimming pool tucked in the mountains across the street, we were lucky enough to have horses stop by outside the sauna at sunset. Go with a mountain view room. Everything was amazing - well worth it.

This review is only about the restaurant and "front-of-house" areas; we didn't stay here as guests, as we're locals. Last night we had a lovely dining experience at Umi, made even better by our friendly and helpful server Michał. The decor is beautiful - especially the moss accents on the wall, the lighting fixtures in the bar, and the glass panels separating the restaurant from the lobby. We enjoyed the lamb sirloin, arctic char, and then shared a lava cake for dessert. The presentation was beautiful, and the sides for the mains were creative - especially the barley rolls and the dumplings that accompanied the fish. Our night ended with an unexpected northern lights display, and we appreciated being able to charge our car at the electric charging station outside. We'll certainly be back!