Honest notes from people who live here.
Driving, weather, food, and what's actually open. Written by the team that runs the four hotels — and re-checked when conditions change.
How to Pack for Iceland: A Season-by-Season Guide to What You Actually Need
Planning a trip to Iceland doesn’t have to be a guessing game—our four-season packing guide breaks down exactly what to bring from…
Why Hotel Pools Are Social Hubs During Your Iceland Stay
There’s something truly magical about sinking into a warm pool after a day of chasing waterfalls and glaciers in Iceland. At Ourhotels.is,…
How Icelanders Connect with Nature: Daily Rituals and Outdoor Traditions
Discover the true spirit of Iceland by embracing its wild, ever-changing landscapes alongside the locals. Begin your day with a brisk, pre-dawn…
Driving in Iceland: What First-Time Visitors Need to Know Before Hitting the Road
Discover Iceland at your own pace on a self-drive adventure—cruise the iconic Ring Road or delve into the rugged Westfjords, chasing waterfalls,…
Why You Don’t Need Bottled Water in Iceland: Tap Water Is Pure and Free
Discover why you can ditch bottled water on your Westfjords & West Iceland adventure: Iceland’s tap water is glacier-fresh, naturally filtered through…
How to Maximize Your Chances of Seeing the Northern Lights in Iceland
Discover the Northern Lights like never before—with Ourhotels.is as your cozy home base in West Iceland and the Westfjords. From late September…
Winter Travel in Iceland: How to Embrace Snow, Ice, and Short Days
Embrace Iceland’s winter wonderland with snow-topped mountains, glittering ice caves and the ever-dancing northern lights. From November through March, plan a 5–7…
How to Stay Safe While Exploring Iceland’s Wild Landscapes
Discover Iceland’s wild beauty safely with our essential guide: learn how to pick the right season, pack must-have gear, and stick to…
How Far Can You Realistically Drive in a Day in Iceland?
Plan to drive 200–300 km (125–185 mi) a day in Iceland, allowing plenty of time to chase waterfalls, lava fields, and black-sand…
Your Guide to Hot Springs and Swimming Pools in West Iceland and the Westfjords
Discover Iceland’s geothermal gems in West Iceland and the Westfjords with Ourhotels.is. Soak in the steaming springs of Deildartunguhver and Krauma near…
What to Eat in Iceland: A Traveler’s Guide to Local Food and Flavors
Discover the heart of Icelandic cuisine in Westfjords & West Iceland—where freshly caught Arctic char and cod, grass-fed lamb and creamy skyr…
When Is the Best Time to Visit Iceland? Your Season-by-Season Guide
Deciding when to visit Iceland? From spring’s budding lupines and thawing waterfalls to summer’s midnight sun and whale watching, autumn’s fiery foliage…