Reykjavík Grapevine - sep. 2019, Blaðsíða 36

Reykjavík Grapevine - sep. 2019, Blaðsíða 36
The Reykjavík G rapevine Best of Iceland 2019 36 BEST OF ICELAND 2019 Westfjords Breathe in, breathe out Best Accommodation Hotel Djúpavík Djúpavík, Strandir Frozen in time in the smallest village in Iceland, Hotel Djúpavík is more than just a hotel: it’s an experience. Hotel Djúpavík’s haven-like atmos- phere encapsulates the word ‘unforgettable.’ There’s an abandoned herring factory-turned-museum, a shipwreck, and the surrounding wilderness to keep you company. The panel praised the hotel’s homely atmosphere, friendly staff and—of course—location. “All you hear at night is the nearby waterfall, the tide, and the birds,” said one panellist. “It’s so peaceful.” Map square: F7 Runner Up Heydalur Mjóifjörður, Ísafjörður “Entering Heydalur is like entering a little utopian fantasy,” exclaimed one panellist. In a picturesque valley near Ísafjörður, it’s more than just a place to sleep, boasting a guesthouse, campsite, restaurant, swim- ming pool, greenhouse, farm, and recreation centre. It’s a perfect base for outdoor activ- ities in the Westfjords and you can try local food and bathe in one of the best pools in the country. C6 Runner Up Hótel Laugarhóll Hólmavík Located in the quiet hamlet of Bjar- narfjörður, Laugarhóll is, according to the panel, “the perfect spot for peace and qui- et.” In its immediate vicinity is a 25-metre outdoor geothermal pool, and a small nat- ural hot pot with panoramic views of the unbridled Westfjords nature. B8 Best Meal Tjöruhúsið Neðstakaupstað, Ísafjörður This was an easy one for the panel. “It’s the best fish restaurant in Iceland,” said one panellist. “What else can you say?” With communal tables, low wooden ceilings, warm lighting and a seemingly endless buffet, Tjöruhúsið offers an informal take on fine-dining in an 18th century fishing building. The fish comes straight from the harbour, so dishes change daily—it could be anything from crunchy gellur to wolffish in cream cheese sauce. Book ahead, and come hungry. C6 Runners Up Restaurant Galdur Höfðagata 8, Hólmavík Don’t let the exterior fool you. Attached to the Icelandic Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft, the modest Restaurant Gal- dur is a true hidden gem, full of authentic Icelandic grub. The panel recommend the locally-harvested blue mussels—but if they’re not in stock, the fish soup is pos- itively divine. F8 Malarhorn Grundargata 17, Drangsnes A low-key restaurant, Malarhorn offers a down-to-earth selection of Iceland’s fin- est. “There’s something about looking out towards Grímsey on Steingrímsfjörður and eating the tasty fish caught by local fisher- man earlier that day,” said the panel, fondly. The catfish with pepper sauce comes rec- ommended. F8 Must-See Spot Dynjandi Just off Route 60 Iceland—and particularly the Westfjords— is dripping with waterfalls, but Dynjandi is a show-stopper, nonetheless. Cascading down a series of levels like a tiered wed- ding cake, it has an immense presence that must be seen to be understood. For the full experience, check out the view of Dynjandi from across the fjord before seeing it up- close. The difference in scale is breathtak- ing. There’s also a lovely picnic spot at the bottom. C8 Runners Up South Westfjords Beaches Southern Westfjords The southern Westfjords area is famous for its beaches, include the yellow sand of Barðaströnd and the red sand of Rauðisan- dur. Both are off the beaten track, making them an ideal spot for tranquil strolls and wildlife spotting. Walk out to the sand reefs, stare out into the bay, and keep your eyes peeled for seals. A9-A11 Trékyllisvík Trékyllisvík, Árneshreppur The remote cove of Trékyllisvík is lo- cated deep in the sparsely-populated Árneshreppur. Hemmed in by moun- tains, it’s the perfect place for birdwatch- ing and seal-spotting. Mostly undiscov- ered by tourists, this stark village seems stuck in time. Take a walk along the road towards Munaðarnes to see the jagged peaks of Drangaskörð. F7
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