Árhólar, 641 Einarsstaðir, Iceland
#1 of 2 hotels in Einarsstaðir
Guests' ChoiceBased on 105 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.6
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 May 2024
Konstantinos
SpainThe location, the peacefulness, the surroundings, the shower, the bed, the heating.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Dawn
United KingdomNothing really.
We loved the peace and quiet. Away from everything. The cabin was more than we had expected, so clean and cosy. The bed was very comfortable and we had all that we needed. All was made even better when we had 2 clear nights and we saw the Northern Lights brilliantly. We enjoyed the drive down the valley to the cabin too.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Ana
ArgentinaRemember to use Waze and not Google maps. The latter does not seem to distinguish one side of the river from the other so you end up on the wrong side. If you pay attention there is an arrow indicating you need to cross a bridge in order to get to the hotel. Obviously my kids were bickering over the playlists so we drove right past it. The views are so stunning that we did not mind driving a little longer.
Cute, cozy, clean apartment set on the side of a mountain. My husband and kids insisted on buying a huge chunk of lamb ( which we lugged around in the car all day long while visiting various attractions😜) and they were thrilled to be able to grill it in the barbecue outside. The property is a little far away but the drive is very enjoyable. Lovely views and landscapes. Comfortable beds and super comfortable armchairs. Kitchenette is small but if you want to cook some breakfast there are the necessary utensils available.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Alice
ItalyNothing, we spent two nights there and it was too sad to leave!
The owners are very friendly and helpful. We saw northern lights from the comfort of inside the cabin.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Melissa
United StatesAt first it was a little difficult to find.
Clean modern and had everything we needed.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Colin
AustraliaRemotness
Comfortable and very quiet.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
The77joker
SwitzerlandSuper cottage nice and comfortable. Nice host, shared a lot of useful informations.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Michael
IsraelNarrow bedroom
The cabin
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Marion
AustraliaToo far out of the way for more than one night
Fabulous cabins Amazing environment
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Heidi
United StatesSuper clean and functional cottage. It had all we needed.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 14 July 2023
Melissa
United Statesnothing
it was very clean, easy check in and beautiful location!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 July 2023
E
United Statesgreat farm locale in a river valley away from urban lights. very clean modern cabin with terrace seats.owner very responsive in messaging.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 July 2023
Sunandan
CanadaWhile a very picturesque location, it was quite the drive from the highway. Not much of a hassle finding the place with 24 hrs daylight and Waze.
Comfortable room with everything you need. Kitchenette was well equipped and the hosts were fantastic.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Kalum
United KingdomNA
Everything. Location, cleanliness, facilities all exceptional.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Francesco
FranceThe location in the countryside. Kitchen was well equipped. Very nice room.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Yonradee
SwitzerlandThe sink for washing face is tooooo small and the carpet to dry feet after shower is too small and it doesn’t absorb water well
The cabin is modern and clean. we couldn’t ask more for the view and the quietness.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 June 2023
Linda
United StatesConfusing directions. Instead we followed the Iceland road map and Google maps to the Laxárvirkjun Power Plant then took the road with signage to Laxárdalur right before the power plant to the cabin. From Akureyri we took HWY 1, left turn onto Hwy 845, right turn on 854 and then right turn onto 856 (right before power plant) into the lovely valley and on to the cabins.
Exceptionally clean and well organized little cabin. Felt brand new and owners have really thought about every detail. Comfy beds and easy chairs. High quality sheets and towels. The blinds/shades are amazing at blocking the light at night. Good hot water. Checkin was easy. Outdoor patio was nice but couldn’t use because of rain. The road coming here was fine and actually quite lovely. Very nice place for our 2 night stay.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 June 2023
Lance
United StatesOnly thing we didn't love are the curtains. Could really use some better curtains to block out the light during the summer. Otherwise, love it!
This was our 2nd stay at the cabins. We just LOVE them. Yes, they are a 20-minute+ drive from anywhere, but we enjoy the peace and tranquility. The kitchen is small, but possible to do some light cooking (we cooked a small breakfast). The shower has a small tank, but we never ran out of hot water. Lots of windows for great natural light and a view of the valley. We just love it here.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 6 June 2023
Amber
United KingdomThe host was kind enough to send driving instructions in advance but they were a little confusing when compared a map. Google maps doesn’t pick up the cabins at all but I managed on Apple Maps.
The cabin was self-contained and had everything I could need for my short stay. It is close to Lake Myvatn, Húsavík and Akureyri (relatively speaking in this vast country!). Everything was clean,new and very comfy.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Maarten
NetherlandsNever met the host during a three night stay. Would have been nice if they would have asked at some point if everything was fine. Rooms could use darker curtains
Very nice location at the end of a quiet valley Spacious and fully equipped cabin with modern interior Beautiful views of the valley from the cabin
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 May 2023
Ana
PortugalExtremely scenic stay in a very modern cabin. Loved it!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 May 2023
Monika
Austriaawesome, silent place to stay in the middle of pure icelandic nature. surrounded by sheep, nature, waterfall and silence. a place to really dive into the silence and infinity of this natural country. thank you!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Justine
AustraliaN/A
Peaceful location, beautifully appointed cabin
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 22 May 2023
Jana
GermanyThe road is 11km gravel road, but manageable without four wheel drive. An oven would have been nice to cook
The cabins are very modern with simple but stylish interior. Very remote, but the owners live next door.
Stayed in May 2023
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