Located in a historic house in central Húsavík, Árból Guest house offers free parking and free WiFi access. Whale watching trips depart from Húsavik Port, only a 5-minute walk away. All rooms at Árból Guest house have access to shared bathroom facilities and a garden. Húsavik Whale Museum is 1640 feet from the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Helen
    United States of America United States of America
    A very sweet guesthouse right in the center of the lovely town of Husavik. Super easy to walk around and access the whale watching, etc. The stairs are narrow and the accommodation very simple (old microwave and minifridge in the narrow hall) and...
  • Antonios
    United States of America United States of America
    Great staff very helpful wonderfull breakfast in room gave us extra milk when asked Great choice of food Attic type room comfy pleasant Shared bathroom not a problem
  • Bernat
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved staying at Árból. We had quite a drive that day and got to Husavik a bit late and tired. Arriving at Árbol was just lovely- the house has character and was different from all of our other stays in Iceland. Breakfast was great for two...
  • Natalya
    Israel Israel
    The house is so cozy, rooms and bathrooms very clean. Located perfectly a walking distance from harbor. The owner was very nice also. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
  • Shi
    Singapore Singapore
    Really clean property , good size room. Shower facility is amazing ! There’s even some fruits and coffee in the morning !
  • Claudette
    United States of America United States of America
    Lovely home in the perfect location for walking and dining at Nastid restaurant. Staff was welcoming, decor is charming. And, having breakfast delivered to my room was a luxury. Will definitely return.
  • Christopher
    United States of America United States of America
    They go the extra mile with pleasantries. The breakfast was great. Everything was thoughtful in the presentation.
  • Bianca
    Croatia Croatia
    Great location off main road. Walked to our whale tour. Nice selection of teas and the kettle was great for heating up our own food.
  • Gabbie
    Germany Germany
    The atmosphere. It was like living in a movie for two days, the house is wonderful, the personal touches are everywhere, it was amazing. The breakfast was extraordinary! Im definitely going back just for the vibes.
  • Ruthrash
    Canada Canada
    The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The property was clean. It had a very nice antique touch to it.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • What happens if we arrive after 19.00 to check in. Our flight and travel times mean there is a possibility if any delays occur

    If you foresee that you will be arriving after 19:00, please give us a call so that we can arrange for someone to meet you upon your arrival.
    Answered on 3 February 2024
  • Hello. Is it ability to use washer machine or you provide clothes washing service? Thank you

    We offer laundry services to our guests for a small fee.
    Answered on 13 February 2023
  • Hi, do you have a kitchen (with fridge, microwave etc) for guests to use?

    Hi Sorry, there is no kitchen in the house. There is small communal fridge in hallway and kettle in room.
    Answered on 27 February 2023
  • Have you a room for two people - 30 and 31 July - 2 nights? Maya

    Yes there is one dbl room available All the best Árból staff
    Answered on 7 July 2021
  • Good Morning, Would it be possible to book just for one night for 4 people from 27 to 28 of July? Thank you.

    Hi, Yes it is. We have triple room and single room available. Best regards Sirilin Keskla
    Answered on 23 January 2023
  • Hi there , how many bathrooms are there to share ?

    Hi Three showers with toilets and one WC. Best regards Sirilin K
    Answered on 19 June 2024
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Managed by Árból Guesthouse

Company review score: 9.2Based on 981 reviews from 1 property
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Property info

A cozy family run guesthouse in a historic building, located by the bank of a small stream in the heart of Húsavík, the whale watching capital of Iceland.

Neighborhood info

Húsavík is the Whale Watching Capital of Europe with all the main attractions of the North Eastern part of Iceland within 100 km radius

Languages Spoken

English,Estonian,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of Árból Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Pet basket
    • Smoke-free property
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Estonian
    • Icelandic

    House rules
    Árból Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

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

    When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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

    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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

    FAQs about Árból Guesthouse

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

      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding
    • Árból Guesthouse is 1,000 feet from the center of Húsavík. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Árból Guesthouse include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Triple
      • Single
    • Guests staying at Árból Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free
      • Kosher
    • Check-in at Árból Guesthouse is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

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