Gauksmýri guesthouse
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Why people book this hotel
“The breakfast is served in a garden room with great views”
“the views, level of hospitality, the room including bathroom, the bed, the comfo…”
“Friendly staff, clean”
“I'm a sucker for a friendly dog and Dibly the owners black and white Collie dog …”
“Excellent breakfast and friendly, helpful staff”
“Breakfast spread was outstanding particularly the warm croissants with ham and b…”
“Beautiful quiet location”
“perfect location, friendly staff, kitchen well maintained”
“amazing guesthouse with spatious shared livingroom and dedicated porch for break…”
“The staff was really friendly and welcoming, yet they were really busy and seemd…”
“Good WIFI in that remote area”
“No TV in that room I have booked (which I knew of course), good WIFI”
Overview
Gauksmýri guesthouse in Hvammstangi features a garden and a bar. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. The guest house provides garden views and a sun terrace. Complete with a private bathroom, the units at the guest house are equipped with air conditioning, and some rooms here will provide you with a seating area. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests at Gauksmýri guesthouse can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 195 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Clanik
solo_traveller
June 18, 2026
amazing guesthouse with spatious shared livingroom and dedicated porch for breakfast, friendly staff, super breakfast, room was big and clean
Tiina
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
The staff was really friendly and welcoming, yet they were really busy and seemd understaffed Room was clean and cosy.
melanie
couple
June 13, 2026
“Stop off on the ring road”
Friendly staff, clean
Stephen
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
“Friendly, peaceful guest house with friendly dog”
It was a very peaceful farm homestead with open views across the countryside and an easy 10 mins drive into Hvammstangi. I'm a sucker for a friendly dog and Dibly the owners black and white Collie dog was adorable and likes to play fetch. The breakfast is served in a garden room with great views.
Charles
couple
May 25, 2026
“For us it was a perfect place to stay between Akureyri and the fjords.”
Beautiful quiet location. Excellent breakfast and friendly, helpful staff.
Marjolein
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“really hope to come back here”
the views, level of hospitality, the room including bathroom, the bed, the comfortable space over all, the lounge, excellent breakfast very friendly people and a lovely dog tea and coffee free available
Helena
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
perfect location, friendly staff, kitchen well maintained
Nele
couple
January 19, 2026
“Good spot for a short stay along the ring road.”
Good accommodation for a short stay along the ring road. Rooms have a private bathroom and are good, although a little outdated.
Kim Jürgen
solo_traveller
October 9, 2025
I've been on a 2 weeks tour with a bicycle and stayed here for a night. Dinner and Breakfest in the restaurant has been quite good. I had a double-bed room for me (single traveller). There is a nearby natural hot pot (400m, Hellulaug). You are allowed to use the hotels towels and bathrobe also for that (thats what the staff told me). For a single person the room has a good. The space next to the bed (aside) is perhaps a bit narrow, but for me it was okay. Good WIFI in that remote area.
Kim Jürgen
solo_traveller
October 9, 2025
“A good night and nice dog”
The hotel has a very cute dog, and if you want he wants to play with you with a stick or stone :-). I have stayed there for one night at the beginning and another one at the end of my bicylce tour. For the two weeks inbetween the owner allowed me to park my car there for that time. I appreciate it, thank you very much. There is a good breakfest with various types of coffee, oatmeal, fruits, croissants, boiled egg, jam, cheese, applejuice, orangejuice, tea etc. That gave me good power for the first day cycling. The single room has one bed, the shower is super hot. No TV in that room I have booked (which I knew of course), good WIFI. Thank you very much.
Debbie
extended_group
October 5, 2025
“Tiny room, unfriendly patron”
The bed was fairly comfortable and the location was convenient, just off route 1
Nikhita
couple
October 4, 2025
“Perfect for a ring road trip”
The rooms are clean and the property is on route 1, no long de-tours required. Excellent location’
Tania
family_with_children
October 3, 2025
The location, the room was small but comfortable.
Ichun
couple
September 29, 2025
Welcome dog is super cute. Good guesthouse good experience overall
Alan
couple
September 12, 2025
“Lovely friendly staff as was the dog who greeted us on arrival”
As we pulled up in the car park greeted by a lovely friendly dog at our car. Nice lounge area to drink tea and look out over the large pond. Breakfast spread was outstanding particularly the warm croissants with ham and bacon in/on them. Fresh warm bread to slice yourself and creamy butter. So much choice but couldn't try everything but gave it a good try.
Vhlo
couple
September 10, 2025
A bit cold even in summer
Eunice
couple
September 8, 2025
“Not too comfortable”
Hot water was kept after 9pm. We have no water to drink in the evening and morning before we start the journey. There is no kettle too.
nathan
couple
September 4, 2025
“An enjoyable short stay but the room was very cold.”
Excellent location just off the N1 main road. Free breakfast was good and had a good selection of food. Lovely view of the lake. Accommodation was to a good standard and beds were comfortable. Very good water pressure in the shower. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
singo621
extended_group
September 4, 2025
“good”
we arrived late and the host was very friendly. we booked a family room and it was large, and breakfast room also.
Donald
couple
September 1, 2025
The room was very clean and offered a pleasant view. The breakfast was excellent, with everything fresh and well-prepared
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Free parking, Parking on site, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Security alarm, Smoke alarms
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Featuring a private entrance, this apartment comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. In the kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. The apartment provides a seating area, a dining area, an electric kettle as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit offers 4 beds.
Family Room with Bathroom
The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 4 beds.
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
The twin/double room features air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
The triple room offers air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 3 beds.
Single Room with Private Bathroom
The single room provides air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The single room features garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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