Gamla Frystihusid, 720 Borgarfjordur Eystri, Iceland
#1 of 2 hotels in Borgarfjordur Eystri
Guests' ChoiceBased on 496 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 June 2024
Kevin
United StatesRoom was clean, staff went out of their way to help. Puffin colony was a short drive away. Toilet and shower facilities were clean and well maintained. Breakfast was good.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Rose
NetherlandsNo complaints
Beautiful location, great shared bathroom facilities (best in Iceland!) lovely staff and restaurant.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
Fiona
United Statespretty much all my reviews of iceland, not this one - so very warm...had to immediately close the blinds to the view bc of the light pouring in
The view of the harbor from the room was beautiful. Able to do laundry (they make it clear that it's washer-only, but there is a drying rack). Reserved dinner - wonderful meal and unique choices (not just pizza, although that is available). Free breakfast. Got to see the puffins twice - everyone says more active at dusk (I went 8-9p in June), but they seemed to be much more active and plentiful during the day (~2-3p, before check in). i didn't make use of the spa (additional costs, discount as guest).
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Manika
Netherlandsna
Amazing view from the house, good food in house, great location, nice clean spacious rooms with good amenities and close to puffin spot! The spa and hot tub are also super nice, perfect escape
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Arkady
United States1. Stuff that goes extra miles for the customers 2. Everything is renovated with attention to details
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Tianyi
ChinaThe hotel is located very close to the puffin observation area, only a 5-minute drive away. Moreover, the view from the room is equally stunning. The hotel facilities are also very user-friendly, and you can enjoy a soak in the hot spring pool during the day. The breakfast is also quite varied. In short, this is a very cost-effective hotel.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Kathy
United StatesWe had no complaints. The outdoor pool and hot tub were closed due to unusually bad weather but that was no fault of the hotel.
Rooms were very comfortable and well appointed. We had great service and good for breakfast and dinner.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Ben
United StatesI was put in room #6, it had an amazing ocean harbor view and the room itself was great…the walls are thin. I was right next to shared bathroom and was startled awake multiple times by guests who would drop the toilet seat, were not considerate of others, were a little sauced from the brewery, or they were young and just didn’t realize, or just simply that my room was right by the entrance I could hear everyone talking. My recommendation is that you ask for a room down the hall, bring earplugs, or splurge on an upgraded room. The hotel/restaurant/spa is incredible and staff are great…and the bathrooms/rooms I utilized were very nice, just thin walls ;)
Y’all this was truly the best place to stay if you come to this area, namely Borgarfjörður for the Puffin sanctuary. I had delicious food, drinks, AND views. The staff here were very friendly and great vibes. They do their best to keep all their food ingredients local, I highly recommend you eat at the restaurant/brewery -not just the free breakfast in the morning which was absolutely satiating- but the sauces they make are drool-worthy, as well as the burger and rhubarb dessert, even the in house made Marin porter, but I would recommend going for the prize winning dark lager cause it’s on tap ;) the room and bed was super cozy and everything was so clean and grrreat on the hotels behalf, but I will mention something in the “what I didn’t like”
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Sanna
FinlandExcellent and friendly personnel advicing with road and weather conditions. Room and shared facilities were good and clean.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Hains
United StatesNothing. This place is awesome.
We had the three bedroom which was awesome. Wished we would have been here more than a night. Breakfast was the best we’ve had so far and the whole area was very cozy. Spa had great saunas and an amazing view from the hot tubs. Staff was super friendly and made great drinks. Short drive to the puffins and another great cafe.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Jakub
Czech Republicnothing
one of our best stay in our trip around Iceland, we really recommend this hotel. rich breakfast, cool restaurant and brewery (IPA is great :) ), nice wellness, calm and quiet village, near to Puffin location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Jakub
Czech Republicnothing
one of our best stay in our trip around Iceland, we really recommend this hotel. rich breakfast, cool restaurant and brewery (IPA is great :) ), nice wellness, calm and quitet village, near to Puffin location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Alexandra
United StatesThis was our favorite place we stayed! We stayed in the 3 bedroom apartment. Clean and great location. The restaurant is fantastic, highly recommend eating dinner here. Great breakfast included! The owners also own the brewery/distillery next door. I highly recommend booking a tour here, samples of everything are included and you learn a lot about local life.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Sara
CanadaThere wasn’t anything we didn’t like.
It was comfortable and the view was stunning!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Damian
United StatesThe deluxe rooms were fantastic—spacious, clean, and very charming. The view from the balcony was unbeatable, and the staff was very friendly, especially the Italian waiter. We have visited Iceland more than 20 times, and this accommodation was one of the best stays ever. The restaurant is really good - the menu is more impressive than in some bigger towns, and prices are acceptable, especially for local standards. The breakfast is a traditional buffet with some nice touches like chia pudding or sourdough bread. We also had amazing weather, so I am sure it helped the overall experience.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Ramon
AustraliaThere is no kettle or way of boiling water for making the tea that is provided. Coffee machines simply do not heat the water up anywhere near sufficiently for making a proper tea.
Quality of the room overall including the great attention to detail in all of the facilities; the restaurant; location close to puffin colony
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Rostyslav
FinlandBeautiful view and excellent breakfast!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Josine
CanadaNothing
We loved this place! I highly recommend the fish stew at the restaurant.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Katri
FinlandThe room was quite small (although we stayed in the cheapest option). Resort might be a bit too much to say. The spa area underneath was open only from 4pm so we didn't have time to try it. It consists of a couple of small pools and costs 4000 ISK which seems quite a lot.
Comfortable room and beds, really beautiful sea view. Good breakfast with home made jams and breads. Very friendly and nice staff, good kitchen with enough room in the fridge. Cute and lovely town and quiet room.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Anthi
GermanyCons: you will have to pay extra for the spa and it is a bit pricy for its size
Pros: amazing location next to the sea, very clean rooms with comfortable beds. The rooms with shared bathroom and kitchen were also very clean and quiet.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Yiqun
IcelandEverything is perfect! The room is clean and cozy. The view from room is amazing!!!!!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Lauren
United StatesRoom 102 with the private bathroom which looked recently renovated was very nice. My husband and I have stayed at many 4 (and 5) star hotels and this place tops some of those. The view is what sets this place apart. What we care about most is cleanliness, bed comfort, and the view. He is disabled and the ability to pull right up to the room was also nice. The parking lot is gravel, and the outside of the hotel has many stairs to get to various amenities like hot tubs which may present obstacles to the disabled- but we travel mostly to see nature and did not plan time for those activities anyway. The view from the picture window in this room and the private balcony to enjoy morning coffee are simply priceless. Great for bird watching. The restaurant is also easily accessible with a first floor WC, and the food was pretty good. If we return to Iceland we would be excited to return to this town and stay here again. Puffins are a 7 minute drive away in season.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Cheryl
United StatesNot a thing!
BEAUTIFUL! Clean! Exceeded expectations!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Tom
BelgiumQuite small rooms in the guesthouse
The location. Good beds, very clean
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Anna
PolandVery lovely hotel. Great food in restaurant and tasty breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
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