Hotels in Skogar, Vik and Myrdalsjokull

The stretch of coast from Markarfljót to Vík is teeming with idyllic farm accommodations, so Icelandic Farm Holidays (tel. 570-2700; www.farmholidays.is) is a good backup resource to our recommendations.

Vík -- On a slope with great views overlooking the town, the Norður-Vík Youth Hostel, Suðurvíkurvegur (tel. 487-1106 or 867-2389; fax 487-1303; www.hostel.is; 10 units, none w/bathroom; Mar 15-Nov 15 4,900kr/$78/£39 double; breakfast available for 800kr/$13/£6.50; MC, V; closed Nov 16-Mar 14), is a low-budget option that has more in common with a guesthouse than a flophouse.

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