HH Gisting

3.0 star property
Riverfront guesthouse in Höfn with free parking

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Basic Double Room | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Basic Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Basic Room | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2 Hellisholt, Höfn, Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, 781
  • Vestrahorn
  • Silfurnes Golf Course
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Höfn

HH Gisting places you 28.6 mi (46 km) from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Each of the 6 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse includes a kitchenette, an electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • The Thorbergur Center - 32 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Silfurnes Golf Course - 32 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum - 34 min drive - 26.3 miles
  • Huldusteinn Stone Museum - 34 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 44 min drive - 35.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jón Riki Restaurant/Brewery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

HH Gisting

Riverfront guesthouse in Höfn with free parking
At HH Gisting, guests have access to features like a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, stovetops, and electric kettles. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

English, Icelandic

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 12 2025 to July 13 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Daily housekeeping

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 16 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

HH Gisting Höfn
HH Gisting Guesthouse
HH Gisting Guesthouse Höfn

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at HH Gisting?

HH Gisting provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

Will I be able to park at HH Gisting?

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

Does HH Gisting feature a casino at the property?

No, HH Gisting doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at HH Gisting?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at HH Gisting?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront guesthouse include a kitchenette and a rainfall showerhead along with a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at HH Gisting?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does HH Gisting feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, HH Gisting doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will HH Gisting allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at HH Gisting.

Are there connecting rooms at HH Gisting?

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

What is the closest airport to HH Gisting?

The closest major airport to HH Gisting is Hornafjordur Airport (HFN), which is 16.9 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at HH Gisting?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at HH Gisting.

HH Gisting Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adrianna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying here! It was perfect and a convenient location for the few hikes we had planned! We also took advantage of the kitchen area for cooking breakfast and dinner!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Cute, modern, convenient

This was a cool place. Simple, cool clean lines. The units have a black exterior to match the general Icelandic vibe / volcanic roots and culture. The kitchenette with a fridge and little hot plate type set up seems like it would be useful. If you go to Höfn for dinner, Otto Matur and Drykkur was amazing, cute, quaint. The big picture window allowed for a beautiful view of the mountains and glacier, would have been nice had the northern lights been visible too. It’s about 30 minutes to Hofn which has a good number of restaurants or 30 minutes the other direction for diamond beach. Definitely would consider staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very clean, convenient, self-check in was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hanyong, Singapore

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It is clean and a great spot for catching aurora as there are many windows in the home - but we did not read the reviews beforehand and when we reached the welcome book said 5 minutes of hot water shower which isn’t great after we drove for 7 hours. The limitation of hot water is too short, my wife couldn't wash her hair during our stay there as she has long and thick hair which would definitely use up that 5 mins hot water and we would not want to shower in cold water in winter and fall sick during our holiday trip. Hope the host can extend the hot water duration so that the stay there is more enjoyable as it is definitely a nice cabin. 30mins would be easier to manage; 5mins felt like we’re in a military camp while on holiday 😭
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kuanchi

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely, compact and amazing room with a roof window for northern light. However, the room I stayed the window wasn’t close properly due to a bent window frame.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Qian

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room was beautiful and cozy! The heated bathroom floor was an added bonus. The team was very accommodating and polite with a special request. Definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was perfect, the guesthouse was in a great location and it was very clean and quiet, with everything we could need. We got lucky during our stay and could see the northern lights out of our back window - would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean cabins with all basic amenities needed. Beds really comfy. Cabin nice and warm (stayed in December), hot water with good pressure. Self check-in was clearly explained and very simple. A WhatsApp number is given in arrival info in case of any issues. We cooked a simple meal in the cabin and enjoyed a cozy night in watching the Northern Lights through the fab picture window!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was by far my favorite stay! The location was perfect, close to great restaurants, and the place was spotless. The view from my room was amazing, and I especially loved the heated floors in the bathroom —they were such a nice touch. I definitely recommend this place to others!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tommy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Overall is ok, 30min drive from the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and close to Höfn for grocery. A very quiet area with glacier outlets surrounding. The cabin a little bit small if you have some luggages to open. The cleanliness of the cooking utensil, pots and pans depend on the previous traveller occupied the cabin, given there is no dishwasher. The water supply is limited and hot water runs from a small electric boiler. You need to wait a while after another person has taken a hot shower. The last thing is just happened the window behind our bed could not completely shut when the lock was turned completely into lock position, the wind gust went through tiny gap causing loud noise. We had to work around by turning the lock slightly just before the release position to keep the window shut. That lock handle probably needs fixing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A little off the beaten path, but in between Diamond Beach and Hofn. There is no reception area. Therefore, do not expect any amenities that come with that assistance or common space. Rooms are private and spacious. Bathrooms are tights though. The rooms come with a large window that gave us a fantastic view of the Northern Lights all night long. The remoteness of the hotel provides those dark skies. Great spot overall, especially if you know what to expect when you arrive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay here was okay. We really liked the view and how big the windows were as well as the ceiling window, it made for a great way to see the stars and the northern lights. However, some things were not the most comfortable such as the pillows (provided 2 pillows but they were extremely flat), the window in our unit was not totally closed/sealed and the knob was locked so it seemed that the window had a bit of a flaw as it let a lot of cold air in and one of the days we stayed in was very windy so it made for a very cold night as we could feel the cold wind get in over our heads since the beds were above the window, have to time our showers since hot water is limited, and lastly, could smell the sceptic tank outside the unit at the parking area. Host were very responsive to our questions though and they seemed like nice people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely clean and had everything that was needed. great location to explore the area. check in was easy and communication was very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing, was not expecting this at all. Everything is brand new and check-in instruction was super smooth. Best of all we were able to see the northern lights at night! Would 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Would recommend

Place was great for a 1 night stay. Only downside was it’s a duplex and could hear the other occupants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful picture window over the bed, highlighting the glacier. Had a gorgeous view of the northern lights. Just enough space for two people, very clean, easy check in and out. Kitchen area good for a very simple meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room with a View

Simple clean room just off the road with a great picture window.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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