The Bookstore Family Apartment

Snæfellsás, 360 Hellissandur, Iceland – Great location - show map

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8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
193 reviews

This is one of the cutest and neatest places I’ve ever stayed. My partner and I had a great time reading all of the recipes on the wall and looking through the extensive amount of books. We loved that it felt very cozy and private, and we were still near the national park and other stops on our trip. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Savannah United States of America
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The Bookstore Family Apartment

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  • Entire apartment
  • 538 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
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Featuring sea and mountain views, this apartment also comes with free Wifi. Parking on-site is available, and the apartment also features bike rental for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at The Bookstore Family Apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hellissandur, like fishing and hiking. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 127 miles from the apartment.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
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1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hellissandur
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  • Savannah
    United States of America United States of America
    “This is one of the cutest and neatest places I’ve ever stayed. My partner and I had a great time reading all of the recipes on the wall and looking through the extensive amount of books. We loved that it felt very cozy and private, and we were...”
  • Heather
    United States of America United States of America
    “Beautiful, cute and quaint house. Loved staying here. Very responsive hosts. Would highly recommend! Great location to explore the peninsula. Restaurants in town were all closed for the season but we found restaurants 10 mins away and a grocery...”
  • Kellsie
    Canada Canada
    “This was a cool little apartment central in town. The cafes are near by and everything is walkable. It was small for 4 of us, but all we needed for a night out of the rain.”

Managed by Kári Viðarsson

Company review score: 8.8Based on 115,971 reviews from 181 properties
181 managed properties

Company info

I´m Kári Viðarsson, The manager and artistic director of the The Freezer, a former fish factory now turned into a hot spot for travellers seeking a place to stay, meet people and take part in artistic events of all sorts. The Freezer is a place that offers accommodation as well as art and culture to it's guests. I am a professional actor and also the grandson of the people that built the Freezer apartments.

Property info

This place is situated in one of the oldest houses in the town of Hellissandur and has a lot of historical value for the area. The Bookstore Apartment was actually the town's bookstore, run by my grandmother for decades before being turned into this wonderful themed apartment / library

Neighborhood info

The neighborhood is on the doorstep of Snæfellsjökull Glacier national park. Within it you will find many lava fields, beaches, craters, flora, mountains, viewpoints, waterfalls, rich bird life and everything else that the Icelandic nature has to offer. This area is usually referred to as "Iceland in a nutshell" because here you can see so many things without having to travel long distances in between. I grew up here and can safely say that it's one of the most beautiful places in Iceland and probably on earth.

Languages Spoken

Danish,English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of The Bookstore Family Apartment
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • English
  • Icelandic

House rules

The Bookstore Family Apartment takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Bookstore Family Apartment accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Bookstore Family Apartment of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

It's possible to extend your stay at this property at no extra cost for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes, with a maximum limit of 10 extra days.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

FAQs about The Bookstore Family Apartment

  • The prices at The Bookstore Family Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from The Bookstore Family Apartment. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Bookstore Family Apartment is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment is 350 feet from the center of Hellissandur. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Bookstore Family Apartment is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Horseback riding
    • Bicycle rental

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Bookstore Family Apartment on this page.

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.