Hotel Laxarbakki

Hotels
Independent
9.2 (110 reviews)
Laxarbakki, Hvalfjarðarsveit, IS-301 , Hvalfjarðarsveit , IS

Children allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Concierge service
Picnic area
Steam room
Downhill skiing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean accommodations
Caring family-owned business
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Limited supper menu
No lunch options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
The hotel is clean and in good condition, but some damage noted in rooms.
Service
9.2
Staff were very helpful and attentive, demonstrating a caring attitude.
Location
9.2
The remote location requires a car, which could be a limitation for some guests.
Room Quality
9.2
Decent rooms overall, with some minor damages mentioned.
Amenities
9.2
The hotel offers good amenities, though limited in supper options.
Value for Money
9.2
Quality of stay matches the price, particularly with the value of free breakfast.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Breakfast was highly praised, and food quality was on point.
Overall Experience
9.2
A charming hotel with a friendly atmosphere, strongly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:22

Property Description

Recreational Amenities
Take advantage of the spa tub and sauna for a relaxing experience between activities.

Dining and Drinks
Savor a meal at the on-site restaurant or grab some snacks at the coffee shop. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Convenient Facilities
Benefit from features like multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry services. Plus, enjoy free onsite parking.

To book your stay at Hotel Laxarbakki and embrace riverside tranquility, visit our website now!

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KEF

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    No pets

  • Smoking

    No smoking

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 110 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.2
Y
yongyu
10
Pros:

We got what we expected

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
H
Holly partner
8
Pros:

After a long day travel, we arrived early at 3 o’clock, and we’re very disappointed that we could not even sit in a lobby. Accommodations
Work great and the staff were very helpful. We were hoping to leave early to start the golden ring circle before the crowds however, breakfast does not start until 8 o’clock, which is a little late for trying to get an early start..

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
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Dog
6
Pros:

Clean, good condition, excellent bedroom and bathroom, quiet, good views, good breakfast

Limited supper menu, no lunch, slight institutional feel to communal areas, remote so car essential.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
A
Adam family_with_children
10
Pros:

We really liked the breakfast. It was one of the best of our entire trip.
Free laundry

Decent rooms. Some damage.
Enjoyed our stay
It does seem like it’s a one man show as the one man checked us. Cooked. Served and did check out the next morning

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
K
Karen family
10
Pros:

We received a free breakfast but not a room upgrade (at least to knowledge). We love supporting family owned businesses and it’s obvious the family cares very much about their hotel, dining options and other amenities.

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
J
Jill
10
Pros:

This was an older hotel that was so charming. The staff was very friendly, the scenery was beautiful and I truly loved watching the owner work the horses in the ring with her loyal dog right there. Breakfast was amazing, waffle maker worked perfect. I requested another comforter and it was in my room within 30 minutes. I would highly recommend this hotel.

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
E
Eve partner
10
Pros:

The food was on point. Nice room.

2025-08-03 via Nuitee
R
Richard family_with_children
10
Pros:

Easy access to property.
Quiet and safe.
Kitchen and washer & dryer.

2025-07-06 via Nuitee
F
Freddy partner
10
Pros:

Nice room, nice bed. All in all a good place to stay.

2025-05-21 via Nuitee
S
Sarah
6
Nice Spot
Pros:

The room was clean. Washer and dryer combo machine in the room. Laundry facilities are in very short supply in Iceland and your clothes are going to get wet! The refrigerator REAKED like fish, bad, so bad. Cute sauna and hot tub. By a beautiful river but no view from the room.

2025-05-18 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Peaceful
Pros:

Amazing. I love this place.
Salmon is very helpful and nice. I'll keep. Coming back!

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer partner
10
Pros:

Pleasantly surprised, this was a hidden gem! Spacious rooms that were simple, yet inviting with comfortable beds. Excellent kitchen with everything we needed. We woke up to a delicious breakfast. Excited that the "northern lights decided to come out and play"!

2025-03-18 via Nuitee
M
Marites Eborde friends
10
Pros:

This hotel is very accessible from the main road, clean and provided daily towels. Kitchen and washer/dryer amenities. Very convenient! Breakfast offering was great!

2025-03-09 via Nuitee
I
Imee C family
8
Pros:

Stayed for one night with my husband. Plenty of parking. The one member of staff (30. Oct 2024) who checked us in, cooked our dinner, and cleaned up was awesome. We found it a little inconvenient to exit the reception area to re-enter the area with the rooms, especially as it was drizzling. The kitchenette was stocked with the necessary tools for self-catering. The sauna and hot tub were clean and adequate. Unfortunately, our shower flooded the entire bathroom. The hotel is a little remote, but the view outside of our window made up for that. Thus, we both had a good night's sleep and found the hotel very peaceful. It would be a good stopover to the Snaefellsness peninsula. Overall, a pleasant stay and would stay again.

2024-12-03 via Nuitee
J
Jack partner
10
Pros:

Very nice room and kitchen facilities

2024-10-10 via Nuitee
H
Heidi friends
8
Pros:

Very convenient to our route. Quiet, easy to access. Nice dining area.

2024-09-18 via Nuitee
L
Laura family
8
Pros:

Rooms were nice setting behind the hotel was pretty with a river. Went to breakfast the next morning we already paid for and no one was there. After 30 minutes still no one. Have a plan b for breakfast.

2024-09-16 via Nuitee
P
Paul partner
10
Pros:

Clean, quiet and big rooms. Would stay again.

2024-09-08 via Nuitee
S
Shiu-Ying family
8
Pros:

There is a kitchen, a semiautomatic washer/dryer, breakfast buffet. It is very thoughtful. There are pots and pans utensils, very convenient. The washer is a plus. The Only thing that is not as expected is the water flow/sip out of the shower stall, we need to wipe it dry from time to time.

2024-09-02 via Nuitee
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David family_with_children
6
Pros:

Ok. Not a 4 star level hotel. 2 or low 3 star level.

2024-08-19 via Nuitee