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Skjaldarvik Guest House

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Akureyri guest house

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Lounge
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Outdoor spa tub
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Road 816, Skjaldarvik, Akureyri, 601
  • Place, Mud Pots
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Akureyri
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Akureyri (AEY)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Akureyri

Near the slopes.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this guesthouse, you'll find Mud Pots and University of Akureyri. Glerártorg and Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mud Pots - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • University of Akureyri - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Akureyri Church - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 13 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strikið - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kaffistofan - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pylsuvagninn Hafnarstræti - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Skjaldarvik Guest House

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Akureyri guest house
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A hot tub, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at Skjaldarvik Guest House. Self parking is free.

This Akureyri guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1965
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Skjaldarvik Guest House offers 28 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Akureyri guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Skjaldarvik Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Skjaldarvik Guest House to the airport?

Skjaldarvik Guest House is 7.3 mi (19-min drive) away from the Akureyri (AEY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Skjaldarvik Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Skjaldarvik Guest House.

Does Skjaldarvik Guest House offer free breakfast?

Skjaldarvik Guest House offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Skjaldarvik Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Skjaldarvik Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Skjaldarvik Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Skjaldarvik Guest House have a pool?

Skjaldarvik Guest House does not have a pool.

Does Skjaldarvik Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Skjaldarvik Guest House to downtown Akureyri?

Skjaldarvik Guest House is 4.2 mi away from Akureyri.

Skjaldarvik Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 258 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MAO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stayed. Enjoyed outdoor warm spring water bath.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location overlooking the fjord. Very warm welcome from the staff. Warm comfortable room. Well equipped kitchen. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We checked in behind a bus So check in with slow. The guests staying at the property were very loud running up and down the hallway and slamming doors close to midnight. The property itself is in a beautiful location. I would not stay at a property with communal bathrooms again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ein sehr sauberes und schönes Gästehaus an der Ringstraße! Auch das Restaurant gegenüber war klasse.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr zufrieden

Freundliches Personal, schöner Aufenthaltsraum und mit angenehmen Hotpot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nabil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and gave a tour upon arrival. Property and setting were beautiful. Hot tub at the end of day looking over the fjord was amazing. Breakfast was the best we had by far in Iceland.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Staci

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Be forewarn

I am very sensitive about writing a negative review for I’m in the service industry and know how reviews can be bologna, but you should know what you’re getting with a stay here. The service was spectacular. Everyone that worked there was super nice, the breakfast was very good and the property was beautiful. The rooms, while boring, we’re very spacious and the beds were cozy. The bathrooms are shared bathrooms and I knew that going in. I was ok with it and if you’re accustom to it I’m sure it’ll be fine but my wife wasn’t. The bathrooms were relatively clean but the shower drain needed a plunging as the water pooled up around my feet during my shower, gross! Here’s why I wouldn’t stay here again. The hotel consists of two interior hallways with maybe ten rooms in each. The minute we got into our room and closed the door I knew sleep would be tough. It is impossible to close any doors without the locks making a loud banging sound. The hallway acts as an echo chamber amplifying the sound and it is very loud inside your room. Every time anyone left their room to use the bathroom or whatever, you heard that loud banging sound in your room. As well, anyone talking while in the hallway sounded like they were in your room with you. Sleep was hard to come by with the semi constant noise issues. We were only there one night thankfully for I would’ve found another place to go so I could sleep if we’d been booked longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeferson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lugar incrível

Lugar simplesmente incrível, é uma mansão! Muito lindo o lugar, limpo, organizado e com hot tube. Café da manhã sensacional, com certeza é um lugar que voltaríamos!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alan

Hot tub was nice. Hallways can get noisy and shared bathrooms during the pandemic are more risky
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heiðrún

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
svaf mjög vel, fallegt umhverfi ,súper morgunmatur ,allt til alls
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Désirée

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

unforgettable sunset in the hot tube!

Fanstatic hot tube with a beautiful view on the fjord and the mountain, horses in the fields,... Very nice welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Wonderfully spotless guesthouse. Welcoming staff, beautiful location. Amazingly friendly dogs outside. Nice buffet and cold beer if you need it. Hopefully be back one day, I really enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything just perfect. This is the best stay I had in my 11 nights in Iceland. Even is shared bathroom, but no problem at all. The bathroom is big and clean. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

경준

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

직원이 모두 친절

숙소 시설도 생각보다 좋았고 직원들이 모두 친절했습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good and while soaking in their hot pot we did see the northern lights. The hotel keep it dark enough to see them.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has sauna ; it a bit out of town which good to see the aurora but yet not too far from town, the staff is very friendly, room is clean.. The only thing I don't like is it can't cook
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YEN-TANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Even though it’s a guesthouse with shared bathrooms, Overall experience was great. Friendly and warmly staffs and delicious breakfast are the best part.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liebevoll geführtes Haus, eingerichet mit vielen schönen Details. Leckeres Frühstück mit selbstgebackenen Brotsorten und selbstgemachten Marmeladen. Abend unbedingt dort essen! Eine absolute Empfehlung rund um Akureyri! Wir waren jetzt zum 2. Mal da und kommen bestimmt wieder ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Sigurjón

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stoppuðum stutt og vorum 3 saman í herbergi. Hentaði okkur vel. Ágætur morgunmatur.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the horses! The evening ride followed by dinner was great, but after the ride when we were able to let the horses into the back field to run was amazing!! What a cool experience 😁 The staff were super friendly and very helpful the rooms were clean and bed were comfy. And after a long day a soak in the giant hot tube was perfect 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we just came in, the front desk girl show me around facility friendly . Wash room with bath is very clean and have towels . Very happy and relax, there is hot tube that we enjoy it after long driving. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic guesthouse in an amazing location. Great attention to details. It makes you feel you are at home. The breakfast is the best we have ever had in Iceland. I wish we could have stayed longer..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite being relatively remote from the city it is a very unique site. The rooms are a little bit small and the bathroom is outside but still I think it was a good idea to go over-there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019