Amid the mountains of the wild Westfjords region, Einarshúsid Guesthouse is in Bolungarvík, a small fishing village. The building is from the turn of the 20th Century with traditional décor, and free WiFi. Rooms at Einarshúsid Guesthouse have either views to the dramatic mountains or over the Ísafjardardjúp fjord. Each room has a seating area and heating, and bathroom facilities are shared. The guesthouse features an outdoor terrace where breakfast and lunch can be taken on long summer days. A 2-minute walk from the property guests will find an indoor swimming pool and outdoor hot tub, while there is also a Natural Research Centre 5 minutes’ walk away and boat trips to Hornstrandir leaving from the harbour. Transfers from Ísafjördur Airport can be arranged, with the town of Ísafjördur just 13 km from Bolungarvík.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Soffía
    Iceland Iceland
    Really good breakfast and excellent dinner. Best cod dish we’ve tried!
  • Ragnar
    Iceland Iceland
    Very clean. Bed matress and pillows excellent. Very spacious, well equipped and clean common bathrooms (was our main concern before stay and thus really exceeded expectations). We did not buy breakfast but it looked ok.
  • Jakobína
    Iceland Iceland
    Cozy accommodation and very friendly staff. Value for money and you get what you pay for.
  • Högni
    Iceland Iceland
    We liked especially the old history of the hotel and the location; right down at the harbor in Bolungarvík where the view is so beautiful.
  • Elín
    Iceland Iceland
    It was easy to find. Lovely staff in the house. And quiet in the evening.
  • Peter
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We got a terrific room for free in an old style house. The historic wooden floors are nice but a little noisy.
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ok this is going to be a mixed review! We, a family of 5 booked for 2 nights for the sake of sailing to Hornstrandir day tour , which was cancelled due to bad weather. Booked the corner suite + the basement room for my 18&15 ages girls. As all...
  • Stéphanie
    Canada Canada
    The location is really convenient if you are visiting this area. We wanted to see Isafjörður and this guesthouse was the most affordable in the area and is only a 10 minutes drive from Isafjörður. We were cozy and the place is lovely. It was quiet...
  • Sigríður
    Iceland Iceland
    Friendly staff, good breakfast, great dinner at the restaurant.
  • Richard
    Australia Australia
    The old property has lots of history. The rooms are decorated nicely. The host was helpful on where to eat in the neighbouring big town.

Property questions and answers
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  • Is dinner served at the guesthouse tonight?

    yes until 20.30.
    Answered on 4 July 2022
  • Are there shared cooking facilities at the guesthouse?

    No shared cooking facilities.
    Answered on 19 May 2024
  • Hi. my name is Diljá I ordered a room the 29. th of June and I would like to get a double bed not 2 beds. with kind regards. Diljá

    You are booked in room with double bed.
    Answered on 22 June 2022
  • Hi I am a student at the university in Isafjordur. And I am looking for a place to stay from the 9th of July till September/October maybe longer. Do you have availability to rent me the room any of the months? What would your monthly rate be ? Takk

    There is no long time rent in the gesthous
    Answered on 3 June 2022

Managed by Bolungarvík

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Property information

Einarshúsið Guesthouse is in a restored wooden building over a hundred years old. Two of the pioneers of the town lived in this house most part of last century and ran their businesses from there. The house was built in 1902 by Pétur Oddsson who lived there until 1930. During that time he came to great grief as he lost most of his family to tuberculosis and other illnesses. He buried his wife, all his children and some other relatives a total of 14 family members over that period. Einar Guðfinnsson moved into the house several years later and lived there a long and prosperous life with his family during the next decades. When previous owners bought the house in 2004 it was in poor state. They started renovating and bringing the house to its earlier status as one of the most beautiful houses in Bolungarvík. The current owners bought the house in April 2016. Our aim is to provide the best service possible and authentic Icelandic hospitality. In the restaurant/lounge area there are displays about the history of the house its owners.

Neighbourhood information

Amid the mountains of the wild West Fjords lies Bolungarvík, a small fishing village with about 1000 inhabitants. The village is a good base for trips around north of West Fjords. A 2-minute walk from the guesthouse you will find an indoor swimming pool with outdoor hot tubs and waterslide. This is one of the best swimming pools in West Fjords.

Languages spoken

English,Icelandic

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Veitingastaður #1
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of Einarshúsid Guesthouse

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Indoor swimming pool
    Additional charge
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool is on rooftop
    • Pool with view
    • Plunge pool
    • Water slide
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Icelandic

    House rules
    Einarshúsid Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 21:00
    Check-out
    Until 12:00
    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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    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
    Cot upon request
    Free

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

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 07:00 and 22:00.

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

    Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

    If you expect to arrive outside of reception opening hours, please inform Einarshusid Guesthouse in advance.

    Quiet hours are between 07:00:00 and 22:00:00.

    FAQs about Einarshúsid Guesthouse

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

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

      • Sauna
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Swimming Pool
    • Check-in at Einarshúsid Guesthouse is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Room options at Einarshúsid Guesthouse include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Triple
      • Suite
    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Einarshúsid Guesthouse is 150 yards from the centre of Bolungarvík. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Einarshúsid Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Einarshúsid Guesthouse has 1 restaurant:

      • Veitingastaður #1