Bakkaflöt Guesthouse

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.0

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Bakkaflöt Guest house in Varmahlid offers family rooms with private bathrooms, mountain views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, outdoor swimming pool, terrace, and garden. Additional amenities include a lounge, hot tub, and barbecue facilities. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves traditional Icelandic cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, fruits, and juice. Activities and Location: Located 68 mi from Akureyri Airport, the guest house offers hiking opportunities. Highly rated for its swimming pool, attentive staff, and clean rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Carmel
United States United States
“The rooms were clean, well appointed and there were plenty of WCs, both with showers and without.”
Kiley
United States United States
“First place we stayed that had black out curtains, made for an amazing sleep.”
Tom
United States United States
“Very clean, private and cute cabin type room. Very friendly people.”
Ricardo
United States United States
“The cottage had a lovely, cozy style, and the location was excellent with beautiful views that made the stay feel relaxing and peaceful.”
Alya
United States United States
“We slept in late and missed breakfast. Staff was great about refunding for the missed breakfast. The bathrooms were extremely clean, even though they were shared. Each room has a sink.”
David
United States United States
“We upgraded to a private cabin. We had our own little deck, a spacious, GORGEOUS room, plus, a private bath. This cabin should be considered as luxury hotel status- only we were in the middle of nowhere! Just beautiful!”
Luana
Brazil Brazil
“It was very comfortable and clean. Access to the place was easy by car, plenty of spots to park.”
Reishus
United States United States
“The location was great! We loved the spa! The breakfast was appreciated and plentiful!”
Paul
United States United States
“Very pleasant staff in a location next to the river. Owner helped arrange a horseback ride at a nearby ranch.”
Hossam
United States United States
“Very nice staff , very quiet place and loved the style of the hotel”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Bakkaflöt Guesthouse

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside check-in hours, please inform Bakkaflöt Guest house in advance.

The restaurant will be open for the summer season from July 1st to August 31st, 2026. Please note that it will be closed during the winter months, from September 1st to June 30th.

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