This was the only place (except in Reykjavik) where we met...
This was the only place (except in Reykjavik) where we met the host. I appreciated that. Of course we traveled for the scenery, but I also wanted to meet Icelanders. Olafsfjordur was also close enough to visit the surrounding area, and, gee, the tunnels were an experience also.
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Guest review by
Lawrence
United States
10.0
Looking back, I feel lucky that we ended (pretty much by...
Looking back, I feel lucky that we ended (pretty much by chance) in Ólafsfjörður and not somewhere in the south. Driving is slow in Iceland so even just getting to Akureyri was a substantial trip but that's a constant in Iceland. Knowing what I know now, it was as good a base as any, and better than most. On our way back to the airport when we stopped by the locations of the so-called Golden Circle, with their hundreds of buses and their crowds, it felt bizzare. The main attraction of Iceland is that you can take a hike among the hills and, with just a little luck, have the whole valley for yourself (not counting the sheep). The neighboring Dalvik offers great horse rides (do look at Tvistur), the ferry to Grimsey, and more.
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Guest review by
Martin
Czech Republic
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Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
Fabulous · 289 reviews
We arrived earlier, so the staff made sure our room was made ready. Nice room, comfy bed, beautiful sitting area to dine in (no restaurant, but make yourself).
The hotel really goes above and beyond, they're so customer friendly oriented! They offer so many free things to use, for example: They have a pooltable you can use for free, even kayaks! You can grab fresh towels whenever you want and if you want new linen on your bed you only need to ask.. Also free coffee machine.
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Fabulous · 469 reviews
We stayed here for 4 nights with 2 adults and 1 baby. A baby bed and high chair was provided by the hotel next to the cabins.
The cabin is made entirely out of wood, this is very cosy. Hot tub is very nice to relax.
You can use all the facilities of the hotel for free (laundry room with washer & dryer, lounge area, coffee, kayak,...)
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Fabulous · 469 reviews
It is a wonder place. The settlement, Ólafsfjörður, is an amazingly located alone, but the small wooden houses add to the experience. It was everything and even more. The hot tub is a must!