North West Restaurant & Guesthouse

Hotels
7.4 (1082 reviews)
Víðigerði , Víðigerði , IS

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location on the Ring Road (ideal for stopovers)
Highly praised on-site restaurant / very good meals
Free coffee and tea in communal area; shared fridge
Clean beds and basic comfortable rooms
EV quick charging available
Friendly/helpful staff
Good breakfast (fresh bread, sweet and savory)
Cons:
Rooms and bathrooms are very small/cramped
No lift; rooms on upper floors
Noise from road or kitchen vent in some rooms
Occasional sulfur smell in showers
Bathrooms can flood while showering
Exterior of building in need of maintenance/paint

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Generally reported as clean (beds and rooms described as clean), but some guests noted strong sulfur smell in showers and occasional bathroom flooding when showering — overall mixed cleanliness/maintenance issues.
Service
7.8
Multiple mentions of friendly/helpful staff and smooth late check-in; service considered a positive aspect for a stopover property.
Location
8.5
Frequently praised location right on the Ring Road / halfway between Reykjavík and Akureyri — ideal for a one-night stopover and easy access.
Room Quality
6
Rooms are repeatedly described as very small and cramped (little space for nightstands, small bathrooms). Some rooms are newly renovated and comfortable but overall size and layout are a consistent drawback.
Amenities
7.2
Good communal amenities (free coffee/tea, shared fridge, guest seating area), plus a quick charger for cars and a restaurant on site; lacks a lift and some practical comforts in rooms.
Value for Money
6.8
Mixed comments: several guests found it reasonably priced and good for a short stop, while at least one guest felt it was overpriced for what was provided.
Food and Beverage
8.8
On-site restaurant receives strong praise (one review calls it one of the best meals they've had); breakfast noted positively (fresh bread, sweet and savory options).
Overall Experience
7.1
Overall a solid stopover option — recommended for a night with a great restaurant and convenient location, tempered by small rooms, occasional odors and some noise.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 07:51

Property Description

Welcome to North West, your cozy retreat in Víðidalstunga, Iceland's scenic Ring Road.

Comfortable Accommodation: Each room features a seating area, private bathroom, and picturesque mountain or garden views. Free WiFi and bed linen are provided for your convenience.

Exciting Amenities: Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, relax in the garden or terrace, and unwind at the bar. Families will appreciate the shared lounge and children's playground.

Adventure Awaits: Explore horse riding and fishing activities nearby. Don't forget to savor our complimentary breakfast from late May to mid-October.

Book your stay at North West now and elevate your Icelandic experience!

Important information:

Please note that the restaurant is open from May-November.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1082 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 7.8
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Marion • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

Bon rapport qualité prix. L'établissement a un restaurant pour ceux qui veulent manger le soir. A l'étage un frigo et de l'eau chaude sont a disposition.

Cons:

Les murs des chambres sont fins.. et nous avons été réveillés en pleine par l'alarme incendie (fausse alerte) qui se déclenche de manière intempestive.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Heike • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Service Personal, Zimmer sauber, für eine Nacht ausreichend groß, Frühstück war ansprechend

Cons:

Beim Duschen setzt man das gesamte Bad unter Wasser

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Matteo • couple • it
9
Soggiorno perfetto
Pros:

Luogo comune con bollitore tutto perfetto, camera ottima

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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marion • extended_group • fr
7
Hôtel routard
Pros:

Le repas au restaurant le soir excellent, l'accueil souriant, la propreté.

Cons:

Chambre très exiguë, pas de sèche cheveux, pas de prise electrique dans la chambre.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Joël • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Guter Aufenthalt für eine Nacht auf der Durchreise.

Cons:

Es wurde sehr kalt im Zimmer.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Dörr • extended_group • de
6
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • gb
10
Clean comfortable friendly stopover on Ring Road. Would stay again.
Pros:

Very convenient for travelling the ring road. We requested a quiet room and were allocated very peaceful room at back of hotel. The food was nice, the staff helpful and friendly. Everything clean.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • it
8
Pros:

Aveva tutti i servizi di cui necessitavamo , i letti comodi e il caffè nell'area condivisa disponibile . Inoltre ha delle grosse finestre da cui è possibile ammirare l'eventuale aurora boreale .

Cons:

Purtroppo abbiamo patito un po' il freddo nella camera e nel bagno.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Aileen • solo_traveller • au
10
Absolutely brilliant!
Pros:

Excellent restaurant and friendly staff!!! The sitting area and coffee station great! Bed super comfortable!

Cons:

Nil

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • couple • us
9
Great place!
Pros:

It was a nice place to stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful when the main door didn't lock properly, they came and fixed it.

Cons:

The room was very small and very little space between the bed and wall. The bathroom fan was very loud and took a long time to go off. Also being right on the Ring Road, we could hear trucks going by at times during the night.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alda S. Guðnadóttir • couple • is
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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CARME • couple • es
8
Pros:

El s

Cons:

El sopar molt bo!!!!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Luca • couple • it
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Lekshmi • couple • us
10
Pros:

The room was comfortable and clean and had all the listen amenities. The common spaces had places for lounging, tea, coffee, shared refrigerator, etc. The included breakfast was great! Additionally, the guesthouse was attached to a restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food. We tried the signature burger and Icelandic lamb soup - yummy! Finally, the check-in process was very smooth.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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giulia • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Riffle • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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KO YU • extended_group • tw
3
Never stay in room 209. this room is the smallest room in this hotel.
Pros:

The price is reasonable. The dinner is good. The location is good.

Cons:

The room 209 is too narrow to put 2 single bed. The restroom is very small. The basin is too small to use.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Hakon Heimir • family_with_children • is
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee