Journey through West Iceland: Húsafell, the Silver Circle and the Snæfellsnes peninsula

At the heart of the wild landscapes of western Iceland, Hótel Húsafell is an ideal stop for exploring the Borgarfjörður region. Surrounded by mountains, lava fields and glaciers, the hotel offers a peaceful atmosphere, at the heart of nature.

Its contemporary architecture blends unobtrusively into the landscape. The rooms, comfortable and light-filled, favour natural materials and soft tones, with generous openings onto the surrounding scenery.

In western Iceland, the Silver Circle reveals a still unspoilt region, between geothermal springs, waterfalls, lava fields and glaciers.

The route passes through Deildartunguhver, one of the most powerful hot springs in Europe, then Reykholt, a small village marked by Icelandic history. It continues to the Hraunfossar waterfalls, flowing through an old lava field, and Barnafoss, with its turbulent waters.

Further on, the Húsafell region offers plenty to discover: the geothermal Canyon Baths, the Víðgelmir lava cave, and the Langjökull glacier with its ice tunnels.

A varied and enjoyable route to discover the landscapes of western Iceland, in a more low-key and less frequented region.

L'hôtel Búðir est situé dans l'un des plus beaux endroits d'Islande, à quelques heures de route de Reykjavik.
Cet hôtel élégant est unique en son genre et dispose de toutes les commodités, d'une atmosphère charmante, d'un excellent service et d'un restaurant réputé pour sa cuisine exquise.

Partez pour une aventure inoubliable à la découverte du mont Kirkjufell, l’une des montagnes les plus photographiées d’Islande, lors d’une excursion guidée en kayak.

Depuis votre kayak, explorez les paysages spectaculaires de la péninsule de Snæfellsnes et observez sa faune dans un cadre naturel exceptionnel. Les kayaks « sit-on-top », stables et faciles à manier, conviennent aussi bien aux débutants qu’aux plus expérimentés.

Une façon originale et privilégiée de découvrir les merveilles naturelles de l’Islande.

At the heart of the wild landscapes of West Iceland, your glass refuge seems to have been delicately set facing the vastness beyond.

Here, nature literally enters your room. Through the wide glass walls, the eye wanders towards the countryside, the mountains and the waters of the Atlantic. A vast landscape, shifting with the light and the whims of the Icelandic sky.

At nightfall, comfortably settled in bed, all that's left to do is look up. In winter, with a little luck, the northern lights will dance overhead; in summer, the endless glow of the midnight sun will wrap the landscape in an almost unreal atmosphere.

Outside, your private hot tub promises wonderful moments of contemplation: the warmth of the water, the crispness of the air, the silence and, before you, a horizon that seems never to end.

An intimate, unusual address, ideal for slowing down and fully savouring the raw beauty of Iceland.

A night suspended between land, ocean and sky, with the wonderful sensation of being alone in the world.

Allow yourself a few hours to wander through Reykjavík, a human-scaled capital where colourful houses, corrugated-iron façades and welcoming cafés create an atmosphere full of character.

Make your way up Laugavegur, past small shops, Icelandic design and good addresses, to the iconic Hallgrímskirkja, which overlooks the city’s rooftops. Then head back down towards the ocean and follow the waterfront to Sólfar, the famous Sun Voyager sculpture, with the mountains as a backdrop.

Continue on to the glass façades of Harpa, then wander around the Old Harbour, among fishing boats, restaurants and old colourful houses. Take the time to settle into a café, sample a few local specialities, or simply watch the life of this small, sea-facing capital unfold.

A final Icelandic interlude, mild and lively, before heading back towards Keflavík.