This hotel offers relaxing outdoor hot tubs, an 18-hole golf course and activities such as whale watching and snowmobile safaris. Reykjavik and Snæfellsnes National Park are a 1-hour drive away. Hotel Hamar’s rooms feature minimalist modern design, heated floors and a private patio. All have private bathrooms with showers. The hotel restaurant serves traditional Icelandic food and international dishes made from fresh, locally produced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy views of the Borgarfjördur Fjord or have a drink on the patio. Icelandair Hamar is found 3 km north of Borgarnes, just off Iceland’s main road, Route 1, also known as the Ring Road.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ludovica
    Italy Italy
    Free sauna and hot tub (very hot!) , far from cities so nice spot to see auroras, got the room with a nice “late escape” discount
  • Martin
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very nice reception staff. Very convenient location for travelers.
  • Priscilla
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Really comfy bed and great space (we stayed in one of the cabins). Lovely sauna right outside the cabin. It was very quiet, therefore perfect for a good night's sleep. Plus everyone at the hotel was very friendly.
  • Manuela
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The bungalows are great! Quiet location. Comfortable beds and equipped with everything you need. The hot tub and sauna are nice. We could see the northern lights from our window, what more could you ask for? Good base to explore the area (you need...
  • Robynne
    Australia Australia
    Nice clean room, great buffet breakfast with a lovely view and located in a peaceful area.
  • Ewa
    Germany Germany
    Very clean place, with all needed facilities. The stuff asked us if they should call us at night if there will be aurora and they did what was super nice. There is a sauna and hot tub with a beautiful view on the mountain. It was a great stay!
  • April
    United States United States
    Convenient location and easy to find, great outdoor hot tub areas
  • Hanan
    Israel Israel
    The attitude of the staff. We came after bad expirience in other hotel and the try to make our stay nice and comfortable
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stayed here while travelling for only one night. Terrible weather and very windy when we got there so it was amusing to see people still playing golf. Rooms were spacious, clean and warm after the outside weather. Also warmly welcomed by the...
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hotel Hamar is a golfers' paradise, set in beautiful surrondings with distant mountains, a lake and a well maintained link with plenty of trees. The full breakfast offered in the delightful dining room is second to none and the evening gatherings...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Hamarinn Restaurant
    • Open for
      Dinner

Facilities of Hotel Hamar
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Icelandic
  • Slovenian
  • Serbian

House rules
Hotel Hamar takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Hamar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Hotel Hamar

  • Hotel Hamar offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Fitness
    • Open-air bath
    • Steam room
    • Horse riding
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area

  • Guests staying at Hotel Hamar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Room options at Hotel Hamar include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Bungalow

  • Hotel Hamar is 2.7 miles from the centre of Borgarnes. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Hamar has 1 restaurant:

    • Hamarinn Restaurant

  • Check-in at Hotel Hamar is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Hotel Hamar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel Hamar on this page.