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The hillside location above Akureyri was fabulous - a great view along the fjord to the town on one side and the countryside of Iceland on the other. The host was very helpful with travel information. Breakfast was included and it was lovely

Stayed in June 2024

We liked everything! Great place!

This is a beautiful property overlooks the mountains and fjords. Gorgeous views with large, very comfortable rooms. This hotel was one of our favorite hotels during our 24 day trip around Iceland. The owner was very kind and able to accommodate us and our friends when a freak snowstorm required us to stay an extra day in Akureyri. We felt fortunate to be able to stay another night there. Also, we liked that the property wasn’t in downtown Akureyri, but was only a ten-minute drive away.

Stayed in June 2024

Everything was great

Great views- convenient to downtown

Stayed in June 2024

No restaurant. But there are nearby restaurants in a short driving distance.

Spacious and clean room.Friendly staff.

Stayed in June 2024

The design and layout of the property were breathtaking and filled me with comfort. I slept handsomely :) the view is so captivating from each room’s lanai, I just kept look out at it while I was in room…I loved it so much I spent an extra night! The host Þorarinn was a great help in many cases from suggestions to accommodations, so thankful for him. Breakfast from 8-10am is lovely and if you like peaceful night sleep this is for you

Stayed in May 2024

None

Nice view, great service, clean room

Stayed in June 2024

We travelled the ring road around Iceland during May 2024 and this was our favourite hotel. We stayed 3 nights which is perfect for exploring the area. Close to Forest Lagoon, great for day trips to Húsavik, Dettifoss, Myvatn, etc. Lovely large, clean room with amazing views.

Stayed in May 2024

maybe to add a tv in lobby area

Location excellent with city view n can easily access out to view northern light, breakfast was good.

Stayed in March 2024

The location was fine with us because we had a car, but without a car it would have been difficult.

The location of the hotel is wonderful. We had an amazing view across the water to the mountains.

Stayed in April 2024

- Literally nothing, it was the perfect stay!

+ Lovely comfortable & clean room + Very welcoming host + Kept our room even though we couldn’t get there for the first night due to a big storm closing the roads + Excellent generous continental breakfast + Gentleman even helped by shovelling snow for us! + Gorgeous views across looking at Akureyri + Super quiet + Really exceptionally good hot strong shower + Close to Forest Lagoon hot spa

Stayed in April 2024

Our stay was delightful! Stunning location on the side of a mountain overlooking the bay and the town. Our room had a full wall of window to take advantage of the view. Away from town yet easily accessible. Our room was cozy, comfortable and very clean. The owner could not have been nicer, with suggestions about the area and a lovely breakfast to start the day. He even makes his own croissants. We saw the Northern Lights while standing in the driveway. Highly recommend!

Stayed in February 2024

fabulous views over the harbor and city and of the sky and mountains. room was absolutely silent and the owners were incredibly kind. I would definitely recommend and return.

Stayed in March 2024

Great view from the hotel. Very nice, clean and large room. The owner was very friendly, gave helpful tips and took good care of everything. Thank you very much.

Stayed in March 2024

When you get to the Hafdals Hotel you will be impressed by the view and then you’ll realise that you get to enjoy this view every single second during your stay (well not every second, the bathroom has no view towards Akureyri but this is no fault of the hotel). Speaking of the room it is quite spacious and the shower has some nice water pressure. The complete hotel facility was clean and well managed! The breakfast buffet is adequate, there is a good amount of choice and the food and drink is of high quality. The bed is comfortable and the provided pillow lead to some restfull sleep.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing.

Very clean and comfortable.

Stayed in November 2023

Absolutely nothing negative to say!

We arrived early and were kindly allowed to check-in early. We were given a perfect recommendation for dinner that certainly didn't disappoint. The gentleman who greeted us was very kind, warm and interested in our travels. He was very attentive and friendly. The view from our room was the best view we had had the whole trip!

Stayed in November 2023

The owner greeted us and knew my name upon check in. Makes sense, given the hotel is so small and there were only a few other couples staying. But that's the beauty, it is such a small, intimate Hotel outside of a wonderful city it is impossible not to be treated like a friend! We had a very packed day prior to arriving in Akureyri. So it was very pleasant to to walk in to a smiling face. Thor recommended a great restaurant in town, Strikid (pronounced Stree-keeth) for dinner and it did not disappoint! We will definitely be coming back to Akureyri and be coming back to Hafdals Hotel!

Stayed in November 2023

Our GPS had a little trouble finding the hotel. A minor inconvenience.

If you want to be within walking distance of Akureryi, this is not the place for you. If you want a very nice host and a great location to see the Northern Lights while still being a five minute drive from town, this is the place. The rooms are comfortable and the views are great. Huge windows and private enough that they can be left open in case the Lights show up late at night. Nice breakfast also. Nothing fancy but a good variety.

Stayed in October 2023

Everything

Stayed in October 2023

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location

Stayed in October 2023

the door leading to ground floor was little silent.

Excellent location, view from the room was beautiful. Breakfast was excellent.

Stayed in October 2023

Amazing Room with a great view overlooking Akureyri. The staff were very nice too - I arrived slightly early and they let me check in ahead of the standard time.

Stayed in September 2023

The best view! The hotel over looks the city and we even saw the northern lights from our room. The rooms are clean and large.

Stayed in September 2023

This property was advertised well. No surprises.

Location is amazing. The host of the property was friendly and made us feel welcome. It is a small hotel, clean and the beds were super comfy. Also the room was warm when we arrived which I loved after being in and out of the cold all day.

Stayed in September 2023