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Featuring free WiFi and a children's playground, Great View Guesthouse offers accommodation in Eyjafjaroarsveit. Free private parking is available on site. Views of the mountain, river or garden are featured in certain rooms. Every room is fitted with a shared bathroom featuring a bath or shower. A TV is featured. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and hiking. The nearest airport is Akureyri Airport, 5 km from Great View Guesthouse.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Eyjafjaroarsveit
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Maria
    Germany Germany
    The Hosts! They were very nice, friendly and they give you privacy! The Guesthouse is a beautiful house, it felt like you were visiting friends. Breakfast is also very good.
  • P
    Patricia
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was superb, even homemade bread and kiwis! The house is filled with carvings and woodwork done by the owner. The house is very spacious.
  • Marco
    Italy Italy
    Amazing location Very kind owner Large kitchen available, very well equipped. Very good breakfast.

Managed by Þóra Hjörleifsdóttir og Ívar Ragnarsson

Company review score: 9.4Based on 211 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I'm born in 1959 in Eyjafjörður. I have lived in Akureyri, Reykjavík and Denmark. I have a husband and four children, who are moved from home, and four grandchildren. I have worked as a teacher and principal for 30 years but work as kundalini yogateacher and guesthouseowner today. My interests are handiwork, carving, reading, hiking and yoga. My motto in live is: It goes better next time! Looking forward to host you. Þóra

Property information

This is a home stay, I live in the house with my husband. I am renting out four rooms. My property is beautiful house in the country side with a great mountain view and as well a view over the ocean. Location is very close to Akureyri (9 km) and good for a day trips f.x. to Mývatn, Dettifoss, and Húsavík. In the neigborhood there is a golf-course, swimming pool, horse rental, hiking trails and vegan diner. You can have access to kitchen for making meals and heat something in the oven or in the microwave. Coffee and tea are free. Just ask if you have any questions.

Neighbourhood information

Location is very close to Akureyri (9 km) and good for a day trips f.x. to Mývatn, Dettifoss, and Húsavík. In the neigborhood there is a golf-course, swimming pool, horse rental, hiking trails and vegan diner.

Languages spoken

Danish,English,Icelandic

Property surroundings

Facilities of Great View Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Spa bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Children's playground
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Public Bath
    Additional charge
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • Danish
  • English
  • Icelandic

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 17:00 to 23:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 21 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 50 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash Great View Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the owner lives at the same property.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Great View Guesthouse

  • The prices at Great View Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Great View Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Great View Guesthouse is 2.8 miles from the centre of Eyjafjaroarsveit. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Great View Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Yoga classes
    • Bike tours
    • Public Bath
    • Walking tours

  • Check-in at Great View Guesthouse is from 17:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Great View Guesthouse on this page.