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Reviews of Fraendgardur

Kvosin, 566 Hofsós, Iceland

#2 of 4 hotels in Hofsós

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Review Score

Based on 62 apartment reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: January 26, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Access during winter. Should inform the guest to take the road thru town not farm land.

    Spacious, private

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2024

    10
    Wonderful! We wanted to stay foreer!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Based on other places ordered on line, I inspected instructions for entry to arrive a day or two in advance. I emailed the host, who was apologetic about not getting back to me sooner, and told me exactly what I needed to know. For those without GPS devices (and there are still a few these days) it might be nice to make a map that could be sent to potential guests, once they have paid.

    This apartment was undoubtedly the high point of our trip. Some have reported that it was hard to find, but with a GPS it was easy enough. c. 10 minutes from swimming pool.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    9.0
    Cosy cottage by the sea
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, the weather was miserable so we couldn’t enjoy the outside space but it would be lovely in slightly warmer weather.

    Delightful cottage right on the water, quiet and comfortable, nice to have some extra space. Excellent dinner at nearby restaurant, just a short walk over the bridge.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2024

    9.0
    Fjord view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A pleasant stay in a building with character and a lovely view.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great looking historical property
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn’t have everything advertised- no dishwasher or TV. Not all lights worked. Unclear description of pool - should state this is the public pool 1k away

    Looked amazing. Great location. Large

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    10
    Super nice owner. Best facility. Beautiful scenery at the back of the house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    The house is very nice, clean, and with a great water view.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    9.0
    A clean, comfortable, fair-priced place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not much. Breakfast was not included, but I think we knew that. Everything else was excellent.

    Location was nice, on a small inlet. The property was spacious and comfortable, with a large deck. Owners had left the place unlocked with keys inside. Everything was spotless. It was nice to walk around the surrounding neighborhood. We are at a local restaurant called Retro, and the food was great and fairly priced, plus the owner was fun to talk with.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely quiet little town. Public infinity pool and hot tub were fabulous. Accomodation spacious. Full kitchen. Gorge
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Living area very spacious. Great to unwind after long day of travel.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2024

    10
    Perfect stay in Hofsós
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super clean Spacious rooms and nice facilities Beautiful scenery outside the house

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tudo Fabulous accommodation. A shame that we could not stay longer! Very Very agreeable. Wonderful reception.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spick and span and very spacious. The best house in town, fabulous setting.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    10
    We loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small coffee cups. (But that’s just being picky!)

    What a beautiful place. So quiet and relaxing. Birds. River. Ocean. Mountains. We should have stayed a bit longer!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    10
    Great stay with everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good

    Great communication with host, easy to get there and everything you need.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    9.0
    Charming Marina Apt with water views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The shower is small, however not a deal breaker at all.

    This is an absolutely charming apt at the marina. There is a small water fall next to the building as well. The house is 24 years old but rebuilt to the original plans. This includes how the windows and doors are secured (very old school but charming and part of the overall experience).

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The house: A home away from home!! A beautiful and quiet area

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2023

    9.0
    Charming apartment with unique character
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The doors didn't seem to seal well when closed, and the locks were tricky to use.

    This place has plenty of room. The views were great. The interior has interesting character. This was one of two places we stayed that had extra pillows and towels, which was MOST welcome.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    10
    Hofsos is a charming little town
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was a little hard to find from the address but a charming lady from town helped us. The keys were in the door so we made ourselves at home. The second bedroom was a little small but very adequate for a one night stay.

    A magical location on the harbour. It was great to have a whole little house to ourselves with a kitchen and living room. The decorations were charming. The kitchen was well stocked and the sunset and pool and entrance rocks were a great surprise. I'm sorry that we didn't have time to check out the heated pool.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 4, 2023

    9.0
    Authentic Icelandic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    A unique and traditional apartment right on the ocean. It was set up so you felt you were staying in someone’s home. It is not flash and modern, it is authentic with everything you need.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2023

    8.0
    it's a characterful property, rather dated but delightful; I'd like to stay again 9/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    2 light bulbs need to be replaced; the bathroom is rather dated and would benefit from refurbishment

    it’s a two-bedroom apartment that would accommodate 4 people, located close to the harbour with a pleasant outlook in two directions. It’s a very old building, family accommodation that is let out so it has many personal touches, plenty of good kitchen appliances, not modern but sufficient. After swatting ten flies during the first 15 minutes it’s now calm, spacious and peaceful. It has a large balcony overlooking the river; Hofsós is a very attractive village with many old well-cared for buildings. The apartment is attached to a museum – I should have visited it.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2023

    10
    Beautiful, spacious house with a great location. Would’ve stayed longer but we had plans already made to move on! Love
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I cannot recall anything!

    Entire HOUSE to ourselves, well stocked kitchen, accommodating hostess. The property has a great location, large deck and is clean and up to date.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    10
    Absolutely perfect house to stay with amazing fresh coton bedsheets. Loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    What a perfect place to stay! The space you have, the really fresh coton bedsheets are absolutely amazing. Loved this apartment (but actually you can call it a house) TOP stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2023

    10
    One of our best stays in Iceland
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A very spacious and comfortable historic house

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Peaceful location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Large apartment. Comfortable for 2 couples. Nice outdoor space by the river. Be sure and make dinner reservations at the local restaurant - it was delicious.

    Stayed in June 2023

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