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Hótel Hvítserkur

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Vesturhópsvatn

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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Thorfinnsstadir, Hvammstangi, Northwestern Region, 531
  • Place, Hvitserkur
  • Place, Lake Vesturhópsvatn
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Borgarvirki
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Basic Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Hvammstangi

Hótel Hvítserkur places you 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Lake Vesturhópsvatn. This 15-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lake Vesturhópsvatn - 9 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Borgarvirki - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Kolufossar Falls - 39 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Vatnsdalur Valley - 40 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Icelandic Seal Center Museum - 45 min drive - 30.3 miles

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • Snackbar De Dobbe

About this property

Hótel Hvítserkur

Family-friendly hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Vesturhópsvatn
Renovated in 2023, Hótel Hvítserkur features coffee in a common area, a reception hall, and a communal living room. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a garden and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Desks and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Café Hvítserkur
  • Hotel Hvítserkur Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1959
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and March 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hótel Hvítserkur Hotel
Hótel Hvítserkur Hvammstangi
Hótel Hvítserkur Hotel Hvammstangi

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hótel Hvítserkur?

Hótel Hvítserkur offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Hótel Hvítserkur?

This hotel is located in Hvammstangi, close to Borgarvirki, Hvitserkur, and Lake Vesturhópsvatn.

Will I be able to park at Hótel Hvítserkur?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hótel Hvítserkur have a casino on the premises?

No, Hótel Hvítserkur doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hótel Hvítserkur?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hótel Hvítserkur?

At this riverfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and a garden-view restaurant plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Does Hótel Hvítserkur have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hótel Hvítserkur have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hótel Hvítserkur serves free buffet breakfast at Hotel Hvítserkur Bar each morning.

Does Hótel Hvítserkur allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hótel Hvítserkur though service animals are welcome.

Does Hótel Hvítserkur have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hótel Hvítserkur?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hótel Hvítserkur.

Hótel Hvítserkur Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 65 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Judith

Breakfast was good. Basement smell. Would have been ok we we didn’t get a room in basement.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good stay

We stayed at the Hvitsekur Hotel just overnight. Stuff was so nice, helpful and friendly. I will recomend this hotel for Round Trip in Iceland.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super friendly staff and helpful. Simple rooms, but very comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Reta

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In the middle of no where…. Our first night in Iceland so that was a surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fine spot to stay for a night while passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deb

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would not stay here again! You should find another place to stay. We booked a queen bed with a private bathroom and an ocean view. We got there and the check-in is very slow, the building is very dated, there is a very musty smell and we were given two twin beds with a private bathroom in a basement with a 15 inch window that looked at the grass. They switched us to twin beds with a shared bathroom. This was much nicer, but not what we had booked. The breakfast was very sparse. The drive out to this hotel was really inconvenient. We would find a different place to stay. This place reminded us of a building from a horror movie.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
With 13 rooms. Only 2 Wc/Shower. One was very small, old, didn't even have proper hooks to hang clothes. Shower didn't drain properly. You were always in 3 " of water from start to finish.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel and rooms are very basic but it was still quite pricey although there were hardly any other guests. It seems as though the owners are still only part way through renovating it. The location is beautiful & very peaceful. Breakfast was minimal but we had a good dinner the night before about 30 minutes away in Hvammstangi at Sjavarborg restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay here, staff were super nice. We didnt have the evening meal, but they did offer several options. Breakfast was basic, however staff had other options to add upon request, (scramble some eggs etc)without extra cost as well which was nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beveridge, Crediton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Incredibly quiet and isolated (in a good way). Great building - interesting history with original features. Very comfortable and friendly stay. Many thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pushkar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay.. Will plan to come back next time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. It was very quiet and close to the sites we wanted to see. Good dinner menu with a nice range of options - the lasagne was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stop if you’re driving the ring road and don’t want to do Reykjavik to Akureyri in 1 day! We were the first to arrive for the night so we were a little worried because it didn’t look open from the road but once inside, it’s clean, cozy and the views are great—Open/dark skies for northern lights viewing close to a beautiful black sand beach! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Place

The check in was a breeze. Happy Hour was great. The dinner selection was good and tasty food!! The morning breakfast buffet was a delight as well!! Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kayla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was fine to stay for one night but the shower and room were very basic, even for Icelandic standards. It felt and looked like staying in a dormitory. My biggest complaint was the lack of, essentially no communication when I had sent several messages to the websites and tried calling prior to our arrival and there was no response for days. However the problem did get resolved when arriving a day earlier but it would’ve been nice to have better communication.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Nan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Woosik, VIRGINIA BEACH

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is in suburb area, nothing around or near by . stayed one night because of no other choices. Room is clean but tiny, share bathroom clean but not convenient. Be careful with this hotel , I reserved the room 1 night (May 24) with a credit card choosing pay at the hotel. When I checked in, I used a different credit card to pay for the room. When I returned home, they double charged me on 2 different credit cards. The double charge even on the day I already left Iceland (May 28) . This hotel scams people by double charges and if you don’t pay atttetion you will end up paying them twice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Hama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

YOUNGKYU

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, warm, and quiet with very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast selection with fresh made waffle batter and freshly baked bread. Also is located right next to a horse farm! Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

margreta de

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, comfortable, clean and quiet rooms in a beautiful and remote location (unpaved road). The breakfast was superb and the host was unusually helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Challenging drive - great place to stay

It was a solid place to stay. The reason minus one star - the drive to get there is not for all drivers, as it is an unpaved road. We did it in the rain, and our car was nearly covered in road dirt from head to toe from all the potholes we drove - around 16km from Hwy 1, if you take the shorter route, on 717 - if you take 711, it is a much longer route. The hosts and the guesthouse were great. We would love for all to be as they were. A testament to why people love to visit Iceland - the people here are very gracious and do all they can to be helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024