Description
Summary
Description
Hlin Guesthouse is a wonderful choice of accommodation in the rural landscapes of North Iceland with views of the Highlands. Those eager to get off the beaten track on their journey to this diverse region will find it perfectly nestled away from the hustle and bustle, and it has rooms to suit different budgets and needs.
Location & Nearby
Hlin Guesthouse is just ten minutes south of the tiny village of Varmahlid, which sits on Route 1 (the road that encircles the country). It is thus immersed in countryside bliss, with rolling fields, Icelandic horses, and beautiful rivers all in the surrounding area; further afield, and you’ll see the dramatic mountains of Iceland’s interior.
Varmahlid has a few basic services for travelers but is more famous for being home to authentic Icelandic turf houses, which are very rare around the country. For more amenities, you can drive to the capital of North Iceland, Akureyri, which is just over an hour away.
Hlin Guesthouse is located in the Varmahlíð area of North Iceland. Akureyri is about 105 km away by road and Siglufjörður about 118 km.
An advantage of staying at Hlin Guesthouse rather than one near Akureyri is the fact that it makes sites further west more accessible; the infinity pool at Hofsos takes just a half-hour to reach, whereas the Hvitserkur rock monolith and its surrounding seal watching sites can be accessed in around an hour and a half.
Facilities & Amenities
Hlin Guesthouse is a comfortable former school building with 16 rooms, beautiful views and several amenities. The spacious garden has outdoor furniture, a picnic area and a campsite with electricity and showers, great to enjoy under the Midnight Sun, while there also is a communal TV room for less pleasant days.
Free parking and free Wifi in the public areas are provided for all guests, and unlike most other guesthouses, pets are welcome for no additional cost. A paid breakfast is served from 08:00 to 10:00 in summer but not in winter (1 October to 1 May), and the neighbours at Bakkaflot serve dinner until 21:00.
The most affordable rooms are the standard doubles and twins, which have shared bathroom facilities; otherwise, you can book double, twin, or triple rooms with private bathrooms, some of which have access for wheelchairs. A hot tub is available for guests. In winter, groups can book the whole house.
Why Choose Hlin Guesthouse?
Whether you are seeking affordability, access to nature, or to experience Iceland away from the crowds, Hlin Guesthouse should speak to you. Check availability by choosing a date.
