Guest house Kolkuós Guesthouse

Kolkuos, 551 Kolkuós , Iceland – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 97 reviews)

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9.3
Superb
97 reviews

Unfortunately, we stayed only one night. Outstanding coastal location. The spectacular views! A curious seal watched us. A place to escape, away from the road, reachable through a rough gravel road. It was for sure one of best guesthouses we have stayed in during our 6 weeks trip in Iceland. The room was excellent and luxurious, large bed and great bathroom. Nothing around for miles so plan ahead and eat before or bring your own food. Therefore, we used the well-equipped kitchen in the evening. In the morning, the owner prepared us a delicious breakfast. We would definitely recommend to others and next time we will stay for sure longer.

Mazi60 Switzerland

everything, luxury to be a guesthouse, views. cleaning

Henrik Sweden

At the end of the world, beautiful location, friendly owner

Marleenver Belgium

A lovely, isolated guesthouse in a stunning location. Very friendly staff. Clean, quiet bedroom. Great breakfast.

Nick United Kingdom

Outstanding coastal location, perfect for sunsets. A very peaceful setting, well away from the road and a place of real escape. The rooms are excellent and luxurious, large bed and great bathroom. We used the kitchen but the paid breakfast looked great. Staff very friendly and the owner was very knowledgeable and passionate - and rightly proud of this gem. Easily our favourite place in 17 days in Iceland.

Dan United Kingdom

This mansion and its location are sensational. Unique interior. Very friendly proprietor.

Christof Switzerland

Located on a beach completely alone. A beautiful solitude Place. Rooms are completely new and very nice furnished. Great beds! The view is breathtaking. Except from the birds and the sea there is no sound.

Veronika Austria

Fantastic location and really nice host. So peaceful with wonderful bird life.

Erica Australia

We are experienced travelers who have seen much of the world, but seldom enjoyed a hospitality experience equal to a night at the Kolkuos Guesthouse.

Joseph United States

The most beautiful remote guesthouse we have ever stayed in. Amazing views in an idyllic location. Off the beat and track. Highly recommended.

Jonathan Czech Republic
9.3
Superb
97 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Unfortunately, we stayed only one night. Outstanding coastal location. The spectacular views! A curious seal watched us. A place to escape, away from the road, reachable through a rough gravel road.”
    Mazi60 Mazi60 Switzerland Switzerland
  • “everything, luxury to be a guesthouse, views. cleaning”
    Henrik Henrik Sweden Sweden
  • “At the end of the world, beautiful location, friendly owner”
    Marleenver Marleenver Belgium Belgium
  • “A lovely, isolated guesthouse in a stunning location. Very friendly staff. Clean, quiet bedroom. Great breakfast.”
    Nick Nick United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Outstanding coastal location, perfect for sunsets. A very peaceful setting, well away from the road and a place of real escape. The rooms are excellent and luxurious, large bed and great bathroom.”
    Dan Dan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “This mansion and its location are sensational. Unique interior. Very friendly proprietor.”
    Christof Christof Switzerland Switzerland
  • “Located on a beach completely alone. A beautiful solitude Place. Rooms are completely new and very nice furnished. Great beds! The view is breathtaking.”
    Veronika Veronika Austria Austria
  • “Fantastic location and really nice host. So peaceful with wonderful bird life.”
    Erica Erica Australia Australia
  • “We are experienced travelers who have seen much of the world, but seldom enjoyed a hospitality experience equal to a night at the Kolkuos Guesthouse.”
    Joseph Joseph United States United States
  • “The most beautiful remote guesthouse we have ever stayed in. Amazing views in an idyllic location. Off the beat and track. Highly recommended.”
    Jonathan Jonathan Czech Republic Czech Republic

Categories:

  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities 9.5
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.5
  • Value for money 8.9
  • Location 9.4
High score for Kolkuós

Kolkuós Guesthouse provides accommodation in Kolkuós. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms come with a balcony and others also boast river views. At the guest house rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

A continental breakfast is available each morning at Kolkuós Guesthouse.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kolkuós, like hiking.

Siglufjörður is 26.1 miles from Kolkuós Guesthouse, while Varmahlid is 18.6 miles from the property.

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

Kolkuós Guesthouse has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 25 Feb 2016.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

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9.3
Superb · 97 reviews
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  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities 9.5
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.5
  • Value for money 8.9
  • Location 9.4
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  • Mazi60 Switzerland

    “Unfortunately, we stayed only one night. Outstanding coastal location. The spectacular views! A curious seal watched us. A place to escape, away from the road, reachable through a rough gravel road. It was for sure one of best guesthouses we have stayed in during our 6 weeks trip in Iceland. The room was excellent and luxurious, large bed and great bathroom. Nothing around for miles so plan ahead and eat before or bring your own food. Therefore, we used the well-equipped kitchen in the evening. In the morning, the owner prepared us a delicious breakfast. We would definitely recommend to others and next time we will stay for sure longer.”

  • Henrik Sweden

    “everything, luxury to be a guesthouse, views. cleaning”

  • Marleenver Belgium

    “At the end of the world, beautiful location, friendly owner”

  • Nick United Kingdom

    “A lovely, isolated guesthouse in a stunning location. Very friendly staff. Clean, quiet bedroom. Great breakfast.”

  • Dan United Kingdom

    “Outstanding coastal location, perfect for sunsets. A very peaceful setting, well away from the road and a place of real escape. The rooms are excellent and luxurious, large bed and great bathroom. We used the kitchen but the paid breakfast looked great. Staff very friendly and the owner was very knowledgeable and passionate - and rightly proud of this gem. Easily our favourite place in 17 days in Iceland.”

  • Christof Switzerland

    “This mansion and its location are sensational. Unique interior. Very friendly proprietor.”

  • Veronika Austria

    “Located on a beach completely alone. A beautiful solitude Place. Rooms are completely new and very nice furnished. Great beds! The view is breathtaking. Except from the birds and the sea there is no sound.”

  • Erica Australia

    “Fantastic location and really nice host. So peaceful with wonderful bird life.”

  • Joseph United States

    “We are experienced travelers who have seen much of the world, but seldom enjoyed a hospitality experience equal to a night at the Kolkuos Guesthouse.”

  • Jonathan Czech Republic

    “The most beautiful remote guesthouse we have ever stayed in. Amazing views in an idyllic location. Off the beat and track. Highly recommended.”

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Hosted by Valgeir Thorvaldsson

9.5
Host review score
Valgeir Thorvaldsson
Kolkuós is the shortened name of the trading post Kolbeinsárós, which is situated at the mouth of the rivers Kolka and Hjaltadalsá. It was the main trading harbour for the area at the time of Iceland’s settlement. The nearby bishopric of Hólar used Kolkuós for the import and export of goods until after the Reformation in the 16th century. Thus Kolkuós became a gateway for relations between the bishopric and foreign lands. Just prior to the Reformation a log church or chapel is believed to have been raised by merchants in Kolkuós, the only one of its kind in Iceland. Kolkuos-01By the turn of the 17th century, Hofsós had replaced Kolkuós as a main trading port. Trading was revived at Kolkuós in 1881, when it became a registered trading harbour. By the turn of the 19th century there were four general shops in Kolkuós, all owned by merchants from nearby Sauðárkrókur who had opened outlets on the site.
Kolkuós is well situated in the centre of north Iceland. It is an excellent base for exploring the northern part of the country, from Mývatn in the east, to the Húnavatnssýsla district in the west. The town of Sauðárkrókur, with its shops and services, is a mere 20-minute drive away. The historic bishopric of Hólar is only 15 minutes away, as is the town of Hofsós, with its eternity pool that is one of the most popular pools in Iceland. Hofsós is also home to the restaurant Sólvík and the Icelandic Emigration Center. Various leisure activities are offered in the area, including horse rental, sea angling, bird watching, seal spotting, hiking and nature tours. Nature and surroundings The natural surroundings at Kolkuós are exceptionally beautiful. The residential building is sheltered by a high gravel bank to the south, and has the trout fishing river Kolka on its northern side. There is a stunning view of the mountains, and of Drangey island and Þórðarhöfði promontory. A small islet, Elínarhólmi, is located just offshore at the mouth of the Kolka river, and is home to nesting eider ducks.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Sólvík Hofsósi.
    9.3 miles
  • Cafe/bar Sólvík Hofsósi
    9.3 miles
Closest airports
  • Akureyri Airport
    38.5 miles
  • Húsavík Airport
    56.1 miles
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Facilities of Kolkuós Guesthouse
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
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From 16:00 hours

Check-out

Until 12:00 hours

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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

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FAQs about Kolkuós Guesthouse

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Kolkuós Guesthouse (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private parking
    • Parking
    • Free parking

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

    • Hiking

  • Check-in at Kolkuós Guesthouse is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Kolkuós Guesthouse is 50 yards from the centre of Kolkuós .

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

  • Room options at Kolkuós Guesthouse include:

    • Twin/Double

  • Guests staying at Kolkuós Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental