Lava Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Vestmannaeyjar with free parking

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi
BBQ/picnic area
Shared fridge, microwave
Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Garden view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bárustígur 13, Vestmannaeyjar, South Region, 900
  • Place, Surtseyjarstofa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Skansinn
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Herjólfsdalur & the West Coast
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Vestmannaeyjar

Lava Guesthouse places you within a 5-minute walk of Sagnheimar Byggðasafn and House Graveyard & Pompei of the North. This 7-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Surtseyjarstofa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sæheimar - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Skansinn - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Herjólfsdalur & the West Coast - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Eldfell Volcano - 9 min drive - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Tanginn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Voruhusid - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pitsugerðin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slippurinn Eatery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vigtin - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lava Guesthouse

Guesthouse in Vestmannaeyjar with free parking
Lava Guesthouse features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect Smart TVs with Netflix, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 8.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 141457

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Lava Guesthouse Vestmannaeyjar
Lava Vestmannaeyjar
Lava Guesthouse Guesthouse
Lava Guesthouse Vestmannaeyjar
Lava Guesthouse Guesthouse Vestmannaeyjar

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Lava Guesthouse?

Lava Guesthouse provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Lava Guesthouse?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lava Guesthouse on Nov 26, 2025 start from $105.4, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Lava Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Vestmannaeyjar, just steps from House Graveyard & Pompei of the North and Sagnheimar Byggðasafn, and within a short walk of Surtseyjarstofa. You'll also find Sæheimar and Volcanic Film Show less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Lava Guesthouse?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Lava Guesthouse have a casino at the property?

No, Lava Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lava Guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Lava Guesthouse good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like Netflix and free Internet access as well as a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Lava Guesthouse?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Lava Guesthouse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Lava Guesthouse doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Lava Guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lava Guesthouse.

Are there connecting rooms at Lava Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lava Guesthouse?

No, at Lava Guesthouse, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Lava Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 73 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for a last minute change (another property on the island failed to provide check in instructions). Room is clean, spacious. The kitchen has utensils, cups, plates, cookware, and a tea kettle -- but be mindful, it's right next door to another guest room. There's a Kronan and Bonus in walking distance if you'd rather cook than eat out. The owner can come out and help on very short notice if needed, but he communicates via phone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra, Hamilton Township

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a comfortable and cozy stay. Information provided for self check in was clear and the location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Perfect family room for three of us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Room 2, on the ground floor and had a private bathroom. The rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. Very convenient location to restaurants and shopping. Despite being on the ground floor next to the road, it was fairly quite at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute guest house, affordable and simple.

While the area doesn't have a lot of accommodations to choose from, staying at Lava Guesthouse was a great fit for us. The location is great for the downtown walking area, and is walkable from the ferry. If you do bring a car over, there was plenty of available street parking in front of or around the block. The room was as photographed. The shared bathrooms are small, two exist with showers and another is just a toilet. As long as you aren't trying to get ready at the same time as other guests, it's not a problem. We visited in July and it doesn't really get dark. It would have been nice to have better light-blocking curtains or sleep masks provided to keep the light out, but it was an issue easily solved for my partner by having him sleep with a towel over his eyes. Note most rooms are upstairs. We didn't use the kitchen but it did appear well stocked if you were staying multiple days and wanting to keep food costs down. The house asks that you remove your shoes just inside the main door, so that could be an issue for some people but it meant you didn't have as much noise from other guests walking around the hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute & good location

Great little place for a night. The fridge was helpful to store some food for breakfast. Good location. The restaurant, Tanginn, was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srikanth, Westford

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Neat, Shared Kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinesh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space was cozy and very clean. The owner was friendly and helpful—he personally showed us where everything was during check-in. Great experience overall!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amelie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our stay to see the puffins! Quiet, clean, comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything very clean and tidy. Ideal location in the middle of town. No complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soffía

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Island property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hrafnhildur, Kópavogur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place. Very clean. Good kitchen. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Oksana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lava Guesthouse was immaculate! The kitchen and bathroom facilities were extremely clean. Overall, a great stay for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a guesthouse stay should be.

For a guesthouse/shared kitchen this was perfect stay. Everything was simple with check in, owners were present and friendly, kitchen was well stocked with plates utensils. Bathrooms were clean and were 2 per floor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is as beautifully appointed. It exceeded our expectations. We did struggle briefly to find it. It would benefit from a clearer sign saying Lava Guesthouse or mention in the communications that it is also known as VIK.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the center of town. Easy check-in. Clean room, well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best in Westman Islands

Hotel is in a great location on the beautiful island. Very comfortable and very friendly host. Kitchen available with a Bonus around the corner. You found the best place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, MENLO PARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, and sent located. The kitchen was well equipped, and the bathroom was very modern.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024