Hafdals Hotel - Akureyri

$$$$||View on mapAkureyri, IcelandStekkjarlaekur, Akureyri, Iceland, 601|
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Hafdals Hotel - Akureyri
Stekkjarlaekur, Akureyri, Iceland, 601·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Comfort9.6
Location9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Staff9.4
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples57%
Families24%
Groups15%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Comfort9.6
Location9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Staff9.4
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples57%
Families24%
Groups15%
Solo4%

Private balconies with fjord views, Northern Lights from your room, and homemade breakfast - Hafdals Hotel in Akureyri

Fjord and Mountain Views

Hafdals Hotel sits on a hillside across the Eyjafjörður from Akureyri, providing each room with a private balcony overlooking the fjord and mountains. The location is 4 miles from Akureyri Airport and a 15-minute drive from Hlíðarfjall ski slopes. Guests can watch the Northern Lights from their own terrace during winter months.

Spacious Soundproofed Rooms

The 10-room Hafdals Gistiheimili offers spacious accommodations with parquet floors, work desk, and refrigerator. Each room features a private bathroom with strong water pressure and heated floors. Soundproof walls ensure a quiet stay, and all rooms are non-smoking with wheelchair accessibility.

Homemade Buffet Breakfast

A daily homemade buffet breakfast is served, including fresh croissants, fruits, cheeses, and meats, with options for vegetarian diets. Breakfast is offered from 8:00 to 10:00 in a room with panoramic views. The owner personally prepares the selection and accommodates dietary needs.

Proximity to Northern Lights and Landmarks

The hotel is located 20 miles from Godafoss Waterfall and 5 minutes by car from Forest Lagoon hot spa. Akureyri's Botanical Gardens and Hof Cultural Center are within a 10-minute drive. Guests can easily access the Ring Road and explore the region's natural wonders.

Owner-Managed Hospitality

Þorarinn, the owner, manages all hotel operations personally, from check-in to breakfast preparation. The property has only 10 rooms, allowing attentive and quiet service. Guests receive direct recommendations for local dining and activities.

  • Location: Hillside across Eyjafjörður, 4 miles from Akureyri Airport
  • Rooms: 10 soundproofed rooms with private balconies overlooking fjord
  • Breakfast: Homemade buffet with fresh croissants and dietary options
  • Attractions: 5 minutes from Forest Lagoon, 15 minutes from Hlíðarfjall ski slopes
  • Service: Owner-operated hotel with personal attention to guests
  • Northern Lights: Visible from private terraces during winter months
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-22:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Russian, Icelandic, Lithuanian
Building
Number of rooms:9
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Rooms and availability

Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Wheelchair access
No pets allowed
No Smoking

No smoking on site

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Hafdals Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 244 US$
📏 Distance to center 2.0 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 3.7 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Akureyri, AEY

Location

Stekkjarlaekur, Akureyri, Iceland, 601
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Stekkjarlaekur, Akureyri, Iceland, 601
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Stekkjarlaekur, Akureyri, Iceland, 601
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
Forest Lagoon
100 yd

Reviews of Hafdals Hotel

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