Guesthouse Gamli Bær

Borgarbyggd, 311 Húsafell, Iceland
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Guesthouse Gamli Bær

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
666 reviews

Offering garden views, Guesthouse Gamli Bær in Húsafell offers accommodations, a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. Guests can go for a swim in the pool with a view. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe. There's also a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests may eat at the on-site modern restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and high tea. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast provides outdoor play equipment. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Bjarnafoss is 12 miles from Guesthouse Gamli Bær. Reykjavík Domestic Airport is 81 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
4 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest review summary
Guests raved about the warm hospitality at Guesthouse Gamli Bær, with the host often preparing delicious Icelandic breakfasts and dinners. The charming <b>location</b> and <b>comfortable rooms</b> added to the appeal. Guests also appreciated the <b>value for money</b> and the <b>friendly staff</b>, making it a memorable stay.
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Staff
9.9
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.7
High score for Húsafell

Managed by Sæmundur (Sæmi)

Company review score: 9.9Based on 662 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

My name is Sæmi, I am running Gamlibær more or less alone in my spare time, after I am finished with my full-time job (for more than 50 years) as a federal employed electrician. I have a passion for collecting old things, that's how I came across buying this farm house, once upon a time. Ever since I am trying to add more and more items for an authentic and yet comfortable look of the house, which is not so easy in a country like Iceland. My second passion is to meet new people and learn about different cultures and give my insights into the Icelandic way of living. Although this can be a tricky attempt, due to my limited communication skills in secondary languages, for which I am very sorry. But I believe in the power of waffles, tea and coffee, to break the ice.... And a dictionary. But the only really important thing for me is, that you don't feel like a guest in some guesthouse, but like a friend on a stay at a my second home.

Neighborhood info

Húsafell is the closest stay on your travels to Eriks- and Langjökull. "Into the glacier" tours and numerous glacier adventures have their start close by at the luxurious Hótel Húsafell. There you can also find the only mini market in the village, which is even more pricey than any other food market (we recommend shopping at the nearest in Borgarnes), a golf course and a swimming pool. Besides the hotels restaurant (expensive but tasty), you can dine at Húsafell Bistro, which is more budget friendly, but closes rather early. Other natural wonders - other than the recently melted OK (former glacier) - are the lava tunnels of Súrts- & Stefánshellir and the cave. But you can also find all sorts of small nature gems in close distance to Gamlibær. Blueberry fields, small waterfalls, easy hiking paths, a hot spring (not for bathing) and the local stonemason next door. And don't forget to stop by in Reykholt, at the goat farm and at Hraunfossar on your way to or from Húsafell.

Languages Spoken

English,Icelandic

Area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Hotel Húsafell
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
  • Húsafell Bistró
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Brunch • High tea

Amenities of Guesthouse Gamli Bær
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

House rules
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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation 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.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

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

If you expect to arrive outside check-in hours, please inform Guest house Gamli Bær in advance.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Guesthouse Gamli Bær

  • Guesthouse Gamli Bær is 2,150 feet from the center of Húsafell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Guesthouse Gamli Bær is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Room options at Guesthouse Gamli Bær include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Twin

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Guesthouse Gamli Bær on this page.

  • Guesthouse Gamli Bær has 2 restaurants:

    • Hotel Húsafell
    • Húsafell Bistró

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