Ísafjörður Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

Ísafjörður is the main hub of the Westfjords, and its airport is just 5 km from town, 6 minutes along Route 64: the landing itself is unusual, since pilots have to follow the fjord at low altitude and bank 180 degrees just before the runway, surrounded by sheer mountains. There are no buses between the airport and the center, so it's worth booking a taxi in advance rather than hoping to find one waiting on arrival. The town is small and compact, with very few properties: the choice basically comes down to two addresses in the heart of the center.

Ísafjörður town center

City centre · 5 km, about 6 minutes by car on Route 64; no buses, only taxis booked in advance or a rental car.

Best for: The only sensible base for visiting the Westfjords by air, with all the properties just minutes from the airport.

Pros

The whole town, restaurants included, can be explored on foot once you've arrived
The Westfjords Maritime Museum and the Edinborg cultural center are just steps from the hotels on Silfurtorg square

Cons

The choice of properties is minimal: no international chains, only family-run guesthouses
The mountain approach is subject to cancellations due to wind or fog more often than elsewhere in Iceland

Recommended hotels in this area

Hotel Isafjördur - Torg: On Silfurtorg square, in the heart of the center, a few steps from the Westfjords Maritime Museum and the Edinborg cultural center; fjord and mountain views from many rooms.
Guesthouse Gamla: Family-run guesthouse in a historic building in the center, with a buffet breakfast that includes hot dishes; simple accommodation rather than a hotel-level property.

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