About this property
Hotel Vest Mar welcomes you to the charming fishing village of Ólafsvík, offering a cozy and relaxing stay just minutes from Snæfellsjökull National Park. The park’s entrance is only a short 10-minute drive away, with the majestic Snæfellsjökull glacier just 13.5 km from our doorstep. We offer convenient self-check-in and free WiFi in all public areas for your comfort. Our spacious apartments include a TV, and many feature a seating and dining area, perfect for families or groups. Fully-equipped kitchenettes with a microwave, toaster, and fridge are available in the apartments, so you can enjoy meals together. Guests can indulge in delicious meals at Sker Restaurant, located within the same building, offering a fantastic selection of local dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Ólafsvík is a hub for thrilling activities such as whale watching and glacier tours. The local church and restaurants are just a stroll away, and Kirkjufell Mountain, along with Grundarfjörður, are just a 20-minute drive. Explore the magnificent Snæfellsnes Peninsula with the Ring Road just 90 minutes away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- View
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marco
Italy
“We stayed at Hotel Vest Mar during our trip to Iceland, as a base to explore the beautiful Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The staff was extremely kind and welcoming — they checked us in within minutes and gave us all the main information we needed. Our...” - Marek
Poland
“Everything was great. Room was very large, well equipped in everything you may need during your stay. Bathroom was modern and clean. Breakfast was also very good -it was a typical Icelandic breakfast, but all ingridients were fresh and good...” - Clare
United Kingdom
“Nice, large, comfortable room, great view and location. Great facilities too in the room.” - Haukur
Iceland
“The room was great, very clean and bed was very good” - Karen
United Kingdom
“Apartment was spacious and clean. Location for us was excellent. Housekeeping was first class. Viktoria and family made us feel really welcome and even offered advise on the bird life within the surrounding area. Would recommend. Sker restaurant...” - Krina
India
“We had a warm and comfortable stay. We truly enjoyed our time here, the space was lovely, well-kept, and added so much comfort to our Iceland trip.! :)” - Kamila
Poland
“A simple accommodation, suitable for one night stay. Bathroom was clean. A small kitchen was equipped good enough. Beds were comfortable. Location just in the center of a town. We bought a very nice Islandic sweater in the great local craft store.” - Acb
United Kingdom
“This was a last minute booking, as we didn't like the original place we'd booked. It was very easy to book, and then receive the door code only moments later. The room was advertised as "small", but in comparison to other places we'd stayed in...” - Neekita
United Kingdom
“Everything was good. Easy check in and check out. Room had good kitchen facilities” - Jodi
United States
“The room was very spacious and well equipped. The location is fantastic - Ólafsvík is such a beautiful town. It is a great base camp for taking day trips in the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Sker restaurant is a great place to eat and the food is...”
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Languages spoken
English,Spanish,Icelandic,PolishProperty surroundings
Restaurants
- Sker Restaurant
- CuisineLocal
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All extra beds are subject to availability.








The fine print
Please note that Welcome Apartments has no reception.
The property does not accept cash payments.
You can use the Special requests box or contact details available in the conformation to request extra beds.
When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please inform Hotel Vest Mar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.