Volcano Hotel - Vik i Myrdal

Countryside hotel in Vik i Myrdal beneath the Katla glacier

Location in Vik i Myrdal

Volcano Hotel is situated in the Mýrdalur valley beneath the Katla glacier, a 10-minute drive west of Vik village. The hotel provides access to nearby attractions like Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach and Dyrhólaey Peninsula. Skógafoss Waterfall is a 14 miles drive from the hotel.

Rooms and Amenities

Guest rooms at Volcano Hotel Vik i Myrdal include a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Each room has a large flat-screen TV with Netflix, and some rooms offer sea views. A shared lounge with all-day coffee and tea service and free parking are available on site.

On-Site Dining

Volcano Hotel Vik serves homemade dinners made from local ingredients, with options like Arctic char and Icelandic lamb available by reservation. A daily breakfast buffet is included, featuring freshly baked breads, cheeses, meats, and scrambled eggs cooked to order. Complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks are available throughout the day.

Excursions and Activities

The hotel has a tour desk that organizes glacier hiking and ice cave exploring trips directly with hotel staff. The countryside location provides free access to hiking trails and conditions for viewing the Northern Lights. Hiking, glacier walking, and local cultural tours are available through the hotel's excursion service.

Family-Friendly Environment

Volcano Hotel offers spacious family rooms that accommodate groups, with blackout curtains. A sheep farm adjacent to the property provides entertainment for children, and the quiet setting allows for outdoor play. The hotel keeps a small number of rooms.

• Location: Situated in Mýrdalur valley beneath Katla glacier, 10 min from Vik
• Rooms: Private bathroom with toiletries, TV with Netflix, some with sea views
• Dining: Homemade dinners with local ingredients, Arctic char and lamb
• Tours: Glacier hiking and ice cave exploring trips organized by hotel staff
• Family: Family rooms with blackout curtains and adjacent sheep farm
• Amenities: 24/7 free coffee, tea, and snacks in the shared lounge