As it turns out, Hotel Budir couldn’t have been more perfectly placed. I walked in to check with reception about the road conditions and was warmly greeted. The staff was incredibly helpful and honest about advising not to travel in the given conditions. I could tell that they genuinely cared about my safety, not just tried to rent me a room for the night.Although I had every intention of driving home that evening, I felt that staying was the right thing to do given the conditions. The moment I made my decision to stay, I felt so relieved. Now I could enjoy a nice meal, and I have a warm comfy place to sleep so I would be rested to continue the journey home in the morning.
Even though there was a large group staying in the hotel that evening and the dining room was booked, they made room for me to have dinner. I had the most delicious fish soup with a warm homemade bread basket on the side.
The sleeping quarters are cozy and comfortable, and I had a gorgeous view from my room. For a hotel in the middle of Iceland, the charm level of this place is off the charts!
After a long day of sight seeing on the Snæfellsnes peninsula, relax with a drink at the bar. The full bar menu includes local craft beer, hand picked bottles of wine, and an impressive selection of whiskey.
(tip: when you check into your room, make sure to be put on the “aurora alert” so they will call your room if there is any lights activity!)
-Budir church
-Views of the Snæfellsjökull glacier
-Walking trails through lava field along along the coast
-Hike to the top of the glacier in summer // snowmobile in winter theglacier.is
-Any of the beautiful attractions around Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Note: Hotel Budir and the surrounding area is a very popular destination for weddings and special events. Be sure to plan accommodations well in advance, especially during peak months of June-August.
Interested in reserving a room at Hotel Budir? Check availability below and start planning your stay!

Bailey
February 8, 2017 at 11:45 pmGot any good hotel recommendations in Reykjavik? Preferably with a private bathroom, and nothing too expensive. Thanks in advance!
Jeannie
February 23, 2017 at 9:08 amBackpackers hostel is where we stayed on our trip. Kex hostel is also great!
Jennie
February 15, 2016 at 7:08 amBudir- oh yes! This is pure magic! The location, the views, the rooms, the food…………………….I love Everything about it 🙂
Im glad to read that you stopped driving and stayed the night!
Jeannie
February 16, 2016 at 9:41 pmThanks Jennie! I know this place has everything, it’s almost too good to be true!
Rachel
February 15, 2016 at 1:37 amOh those Northern Lights look so incredible! I love the look of this little hotel too. What beautiful views you’re surrounded by!
Jeannie
February 16, 2016 at 10:25 pmThe northern lights sure were a nice bonus! I guess the stay was just meant to be 🙂
Van
February 14, 2016 at 12:14 pmI’d love to stay at this hotel – those views seem amazing!! I’ve never actually stumbled into a hotel and decided to stay ever – I always need everything to be planned out – but I would love to give it a try once 🙂
Jeannie
February 16, 2016 at 10:25 pmIt was my first time as well! It was kind of fun because of that, but mostly just a relief to get off the road!
Emma
February 13, 2016 at 5:19 pmEvery single post I read about Iceland just makes my heart yearn a little more…
Jeannie
February 16, 2016 at 9:40 pmTake it as a sign 🙂 Not to mention flights from London to Iceland are very reasonable!
Kaelene
February 12, 2016 at 3:34 pmI want to stay here! It looks like Icelandic charm at its best!
Jeannie
February 16, 2016 at 9:39 pmIt really is! I’m lucky it was in the right place at the right time!