Hótel Kvika
Guests arrive at Hótel Kvika after traveling through Iceland's raw coastal landscape, immediately greeted by the hotel's modern Scandinavian design overlooking Þorlákshöfn harbor.
Hótel Kvika is a hotel destination wedding venue in Þorlákshöfn, Iceland, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Keflavík International Airport (KEF), 50 minutes. Best months: April, June, August, September.
About Hótel Kvika
Guests arrive at Hótel Kvika after traveling through Iceland's raw coastal landscape, immediately greeted by the hotel's modern Scandinavian design overlooking Þorlákshöfn harbor.
The intimate 40-room property sits where land meets Atlantic waters, offering a private retreat where your celebration feels removed from the everyday world.
Wedding parties remember the crisp sea air, the quality of Icelandic light at any hour, and the genuine warmth of a locally-rooted team.
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We enjoyed the sauna and hot tub in the evening until 10 pm, and the hot tub was running again around 9 am, so we got one more dip before checking out! The hotel itself is standard, but the sunrise and surrounding landscape are v beautiful.
Roshni Biswas · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- KEF, 70 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, modern, relaxedAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 40-room capacity allows guests to stay on-site, eliminating logistics and creating a cohesive celebration environment
- Located 30 kilometers south of Reykjavik near a working fishing village, offering dramatic coastal backdrops without city constraints
- 4.7/5 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction across accommodation, dining, and event hosting
- Full-service hotel with in-house restaurant, bar, and event spaces ranging from intimate gatherings to receptions of 120+ guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00–18:00Guest arrivals and check-in at Hótel Kvika; casual welcome reception with refreshments
- 19:00–23:00Rehearsal dinner in hotel restaurant; informal gathering
- 10:00–12:00Guest preparation; optional guided walk to ceremony site or photo location
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- KEF · about 1 h 10 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Keflavík International Airport.
- Typical total
- USD 26,000–41,000Aisle estimate
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100-guest wedding with 2-night stay: ISK 3,500,000–5,500,000 (USD 26,000–41,000)
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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Contact hotel; typically included with reception booking
- Reception
- USD 90–135 a headAisle estimate
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ISK 12,000–18,000 (approximately USD 90–135 depending on menu and season)
- Room rate
- USD 190–340 a nightAisle estimate
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ISK 25,000–45,000 per room (approximately USD 190–340 depending on room type and season)
- Weather window
- August – September
The months the weather is kindest, with April and June mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 790 4440
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Estimate includes ceremony space, reception dinner, bar, and basic event coordination. Photography, florals, transportation, and entertainment billed separately. Request detailed proposal directly from venue.
Questions about the venue
Can we host both ceremony and reception at the hotel?+
Yes. The hotel manages full event coordination with flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony options, plus multiple reception spaces. The harbor setting provides natural ceremony backdrops.
What are guest accommodation options?+
The hotel has 40 rooms available for wedding parties. Guests stay on-site, simplifying logistics and extending celebration time together.
What is the closest airport?+
Keflavík International Airport (KEF) is approximately 50 kilometers away, roughly 50 minutes by car or rental vehicle.
Are there wedding packages or customizable menus?+
Contact the hotel directly at http://www.hotelkvika.is/ to discuss tailored packages. They work with couples on ceremony timing, reception layouts, catering, and seasonal options.
What is the maximum guest count?+
The venue comfortably accommodates up to 150 guests for receptions, with flexibility for smaller, more intimate celebrations.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
In-house catering: Yes
“We offer you good food, comfy rooms, nice geothermal hot tubs and the friendliest staff, all at a really fair price!”
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