Stays in Þingeyri
Þingeyri is a small fishing village on Dýrafjörður fjord in Iceland's Westfjords, reached along Route 60. Guesthouses and apartments here suit travellers touring the Westfjords by car, with Ísafjörður and the Dynjandi waterfall both within reach.
Staying in Þingeyri means a night on the shore of Dýrafjörður, one of the quieter fjords along Route 60 through Iceland's Westfjords. The village itself is tiny, so the accommodation list is short: a working farm guesthouse just outside the village, a family-run guesthouse on the harbour, a restored 1947 stone house turned guesthouse, and one self-catering apartment. Most travellers book Þingeyri as a stop on a longer Westfjords loop, splitting the drive between Ísafjörður to the north and the Dynjandi waterfall to the south. Rooms are limited, and July and August fill first, when the fjord road is at its easiest and the village's small pool and restaurant keep normal hours.
Þingeyri in numbers
CoastalCozy Apartment with Fjord View Þingeyri
GeothermalGemlufall guesthouse
CouplesKEX Þingeyri
CoastalThe Guesthouse by the Fjord
What to expect
- A handful of guesthouses and one apartment, not hotel chains
- Harbour street rooms within walking distance of the village pool and restaurant
- A farm stay a short drive out at Gemlufall, on the fjord shore
- Dynjandi waterfall and Ísafjörður both reachable in a single day from here
- July-August is the tight window; winter stays need flexible driving plans
Local tips
- Book your room before you fix the rest of a Route 60 itinerary. Þingeyri only has a handful of beds across its guesthouses and the one apartment, and July dates go first.
- Call or message each guesthouse directly about winter arrival times. Several ask for advance notice if you expect to reach the fjord road after dark or in poor weather.
- Pack for some self-catering if you land the apartment or the farm stay at Gemlufall. Þingeyri's full restaurant service is limited to the guesthouse on the harbour street.
- Fill your fuel tank before or in Þingeyri if you're continuing south on Route 60. Stations thin out fast once you leave the village toward Dynjandi.
- Check pet policies before you book. Most Þingeyri guesthouses don't accept animals, and currently only the self-catering apartment takes pets, on request and at no extra charge.
- Build a buffer day into any Westfjords loop that routes through Þingeyri. Single-lane bridges and gravel sections on Route 60 slow down even a well-planned schedule.
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
Where should I stay in Þingeyri, Iceland?
Þingeyri's options split between the harbour street in the village centre and Gemlufall, a working farm a short drive outside it. Centre guesthouses put you within walking distance of the pool and restaurant, while Gemlufall trades that convenience for beachfront quiet and more space for families.
What kind of accommodation does Þingeyri have?
Expect small guesthouses and one self-catering apartment rather than branded hotels. Rooms range from shared-bathroom guesthouse singles to a two-bedroom apartment with its own kitchenette and oven, so check the room type carefully before booking a multi-night stay.
When is the best time to visit Þingeyri?
July and August give the easiest driving on Route 60 and the fullest opening hours at the village pool and restaurant. Spring and autumn are quieter and cheaper, but confirm each guesthouse's arrival window since some close or restrict access off-season.
Is Þingeyri a good base for the Westfjords?
Yes, it sits roughly midway between Ísafjörður and the Dynjandi waterfall along Route 60, which makes it a practical overnight stop rather than a final destination. Most guests here are splitting a longer Westfjords drive rather than staying multiple nights.
Do Þingeyri guesthouses have kitchens?
Some do. The farm stay and the apartment both list kitchenettes for self-catering, useful since Þingeyri has limited dining options. The harbour guesthouses lean more toward on-site breakfast or dinner service instead of guest kitchens.
Can I bring a pet to Þingeyri?
Only one of the current listings, the self-catering apartment, accepts pets on request at no extra charge. The farm stay and the harbour guesthouses both state pets aren't allowed, so confirm directly before travelling with an animal.