Best Guesthouses in Vik — Biggest Selection & Lowest Prices Guaranteed

Guesthouses in Vik offer a convenient base for exploring Iceland's South Coast, including black-sand beaches, sea cliffs, and waterfalls along the Ring Road. Accommodation ranges from simple rooms with shared facilities to private rooms at countryside farm stays.

Vik is Iceland's southernmost village and a popular overnight stop between Reykjavik and the glaciers of Southeast Iceland. If you stay near the village center, you can walk to local shops and restaurants in Vik.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach and viewpoints overlooking the Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks are only a short drive away. The village is also a practical base for local Vik tours, guided activities, and self-drive trips along the South Coast.

The guesthouses below range from in-town properties near the village center to rural guesthouses and farm stays in the countryside around Vik. To explore more places to stay, you can also browse hotels and accommodation in Vik. Read on to learn where each guesthouse is located and what it offers.

Best Guesthouses in and Around Vik

These guesthouses can be a more affordable option for travelers staying in and around Vik, particularly those comfortable with shared spaces. Depending on the property, you may have breakfast included or access to a kitchen for preparing your own meals.

• Prestshus Guesthouse: Stay close to Reynisfjara Beach at this family-run farm guesthouse, which has comfortable rooms, a shared kitchen, and shared bathrooms. You can enjoy views toward Dyrholaey Cliff and Myrdalsjokull Glacier and meet the farm's sheep, horses, goats, dogs, and cats.
• Solheimahjaleiga Guesthouse: Located 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Vik, this family-run farm guesthouse has rooms with shared or private bathrooms. A daily breakfast buffet, an on-site restaurant, and free parking are also available.
• Skammidalur Guesthouse: Set 4 miles (7 kilometers) from Vik, this countryside property has garden, mountain, and sea views. Guests share two bathrooms and a kitchen, and the terrace overlooks Reynisdrangar Sea Stack, Reynisfjall Mountain, and Dyrholaey Cliff.
• Guesthouse Carina: Located in Vik near the village center, this guesthouse has 14 rooms with shared bathrooms. Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free private parking add to the convenience.
• Giljur Guesthouse: Set in the countryside a short drive from Vik, this rural guesthouse has single, twin, and triple rooms. Amenities include a shared kitchen, lounge, garden, terrace, and free parking.
• Arsalir Guesthouse: Located in Vik, about a 9-minute walk from Vik i Myrdal Church, this traditional guesthouse has double and triple rooms. It also provides a shared lounge and breakfast.

Should You Stay in Vik or the Countryside?

Stay at an in-town guesthouse if you want to park for the day and walk to Vik's cafes, restaurants, shops, and the swimming pool. This is convenient after a long drive and makes it easy to buy groceries for your road trip before continuing along the Ring Road.

Choose a countryside guesthouse for rural views, less traffic, and darker skies for possible northern lights viewing. Some are closer to Reynisfjara Beach and Dyrholaey Cliff, but compare drive times because the Reynisfjall Mountain separates Vik from the Reynisfjara area.

Things To Do Near Your Vik Guesthouse

Vik provides easy access to tours departing from the village and outdoor activities at nearby South Coast attractions. Popular options include:

• Katla Ice Cave Tour from Vik: A three-hour, year-round tour combining a Super Jeep ride with a short glacier hike to an ice cave. Safety equipment is included.
• Black-Sand Beach Horse-Riding Tour: A one-hour ride along Vikurfjara Beach and the surrounding dunes. Its gentle pace makes it suitable for beginners.
• Icelandic Lava Show in Vik: A 50-minute indoor experience featuring real molten lava and an introduction to Iceland's volcanoes. It operates year-round and is family-friendly.
• Solheimajokull Glacier Hike: A guided glacier hike beginning at the Solheimajokull Parking Lot west of Vik. The tour includes safety equipment and approximately 90 minutes on the glacier.
• Solheimasandur Plane Wreck ATV Tour: A two-hour tour from a meeting point west of Vik, crossing the black-sand landscape to the DC-3 Plane Wreck. Alternatively, you can drive from Vik to the Solheimasandur Parking Lot and take a 15-minute shuttle to the DC-3 Plane Wreck.

For more ideas, explore the complete guide to the best things to do in Vik.

Tips for Booking a Guesthouse in Vik

Book your Vik guesthouse as soon as your travel dates are set, especially for a summer trip or if you need a private bathroom, family room, or central location. Availability and rates vary, so compare several properties and room types before choosing.

Before booking, check the exact location, bathroom type, breakfast or kitchen access, free parking, and check-in times. Review the cancellation terms, then compare the guesthouses above and reserve the option that best fits your South Coast itinerary.