Hróarstunguvegur, 701 Stóri-Bakki, Iceland
#2 of 4 hotels in Stóri-Bakki
Guests' ChoiceBased on 29 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.1
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.1
Free Wifi
7.0
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Reviewed: June 20, 2025
Irina
SwedenThe place looks tired: the furniture has broken covers, the kitchen surface has holes, the bed creaks, the paint is peeling, the front door doesn't open properly, it hits the floor, and the shower mount is about to fall off. We had to tighten the screw in the teapot and the saucepan, otherwise they would have fallen apart. I don't understand how this can create a cozy atmosphere? And when entering and leaving you have to break your fingers, pulling the target out of a ring with a narrow hole - I thought we wouldn't be able to open the gate. The owner answers in Icelandic when communicating, although I wrote in English.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Charas
GermanyVery calm Region and great hot tub.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Einarsson
Icelandfire extinguisher out of date, and had no pressure, not good in a place like this in case of a fire, smoke alarm tester button broken… frying pan dirty and dirty glasses, probably from former users… hot tub not hot enough, but it was wery cold outside😊
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: December 15, 2023
Sean
Isle of ManNothing
A truly ‘cosy’ cottage situated in a scenic location.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: August 26, 2023
Duncan
MaltaExcellent property, no close neighbours so very quiet. Beautiful location and excellent hot tub!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 26, 2023
Massimiliano
ItalyWe did not found the second bed ready, staff promptly answered the phone call and told us where to find sheets and blankets. Most part of cleaning duties in charge of guests, same experience we had with other cottages managed by agencies. If former guest leaves the kitchen dirty, you will find it dirty. Not acceptable. It is not worth the cost. Never happened where the host is the owner
Position
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 14, 2023
Deepak
United Arab Emirates- The size of the apartment is small - Bit isolated
The apartment is warm and in a quiet location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 20, 2023
Chris
United Statesit was very quiet and peaceful. it was nice waking up to fresh air and seeing horses and sheep just living their good lives. it was very cozy and welcoming, just what we needed.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: December 27, 2022
Alexander
United KingdomThe hot tub was unusable - the water couldnt be heated and was unclean. The front door needs adjustment too!
Host was very accomodating after bad weather moved in and we required an early check in time at short notice. We got stuck on the track up to the house and they rescued us with a tractor. Very comfy sofa and netflix. Such a cosy feel to the place. Perfect place to hold up when a big storm is raging outside! Feels very private.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Monika
IcelandThe house is nicely furnished, well-kept and clean. We spent a nice night there and, well-rested, we set off on our journey.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 25, 2025
Noah
GermanyTowels were quite old and a bit torn up, could be changed for newer ones.
Cottage in the middle of nowhere, nice connection to nature all around, peace and quiet (apart from the elements, mainly wind). Extremely good views and good chances to see the northern lights when the sky is clear! Well equipped, quite clean but a bit older in terms of furniture. Very nicely decorated though, cozy and very warm inside. Hot tubs are the icing on the cake! Perfect getaway from touristy locations on iceland.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Jlopezmza
ArgentinaSomeone took our cabin, and we had to stay at a shared hostel like place, (which wasnt what we wanted) we arrived very late, but they answered the phone and took care of the situation (changed our private cabin for a shared room in the other place) which was pretty much enough to spend the night... We can't say anything about this location other than if someone mistakes their cabin for yours, you pretty much have to switch places (or not have any issues arriving at normal hours like we did)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: December 30, 2024
Dana
Romania-
Cosy, warm, everything you need, nice host
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 4, 2024
Ivona
PolandWe got into trouble. In the evening, a few minutes before our arrival, we were told that the water in the house was frozen because it was very cold at night. We were offered another house, which was also unprepared, we waited for the snow to be cleared, although it took a whole day after it fell. Of course, there was no question of any hot tub and barbecue accessories, for which we booked this house. Of course, we no longer had the time and energy to find another place to live. The most expensive and most unsuccessful booking on our entire trip to Iceland.
The owners tried to help solve the problem, so I don't want to give a rating of 1
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: September 24, 2023
Su
United StatesWe booked a private cabin and thought there would be a private bathroom within the cabin. However, the owner did not specify anything about the bathroom situation, and turned out we have to go to the main guesthouse for showering. We wanted the private cabin for more privacy, but what kind of private cabin doesn’t have its own shower? Should’ve clarified more about the property’s info.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Ekaterina
LuxembourgI booked this cottage as everything in this area had been already taken. Comments on the cottage was good even encouraging. Now I know that "retro, like grandma's place" means worn out, old cottage that requires immediate renovation. The fridge, the kettle, the hob was very old, plates were all from different sets and age, cutlery didn't match. If you are tall or massive person it is almost impossible to seat on a toilet as you have to squeeze yourself in between a wall and a shower cabin. in the morning we woke up of a very annoying fly buzz. Flies were everywhere. We left the place without taking show and breakfast. It would be ok if the price was below 100 EUR. but we paid 260 EUR per night. Compare to other cottages that had similar price range this one doesn't worth its money at all.
nothing
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 5, 2023
Ronak
CanadaBest property in my 10 days trip
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 10, 2023
Hannah
United KingdomN/A
Great secluded location, lovely hot tub
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: October 3, 2022
Anne-marie
AustraliaThe only thing to note was that the bathroom was tiny.
The property is in the middle of this great expanse. It’s private and all you can see are fields in all directions. The cottage itself is cosy and full of interesting pieces. everything you need for a warm and comfy stay.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 18, 2024
Malavika
NorwayThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Mark
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2023
Ka
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 22, 2023
Alicia
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: September 8, 2025
Ludmilla
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2025
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