Bankinn - Hotel by Aldan in Seydisfjordur
✅ Exceptional Japanese-style sushi praised as the best in Seydisfjordur with fresh local fish and authentic flavors ✅ Spacious and clean rooms with heated bathroom floors and great showers ✅ Friendly, attentive, and professional staff providing excellent service ✅ Convenient self check-in with information about which building guests will stay in ✅ Delicious breakfast options served in a separate lakeside building ✅ Unique atmosphere in renovated historic buildings with character and cozy feel ❌ Some guests experienced noise issues due to thin walls and close proximity of rooms ❌ One review noted confusion during check-in initially ❌ Certain room layouts, such as a two-bedroom with attic beds, were considered impractical by some guests ❌ A few guests mentioned limited furniture and amenities in outer buildings ❌ Mixed opinions about sushi quality from guests familiar with Asian sushi standards
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Description
Bankinn - Hotel by Aldan is a 2-star hotel located in Seydisfjordur, Iceland, offering a range of room types including Standard and Superior options for singles, doubles, triples, quadruples, and families. The hotel occupies several renovated buildings, including the old bank, providing a unique local atmosphere with spacious, clean rooms featuring heated bathroom floors and modern showers. Guests appreciate the self check-in process managed through a central office and the availability of non-smoking and family rooms. On-site amenities include a restaurant and bar known for exceptional Japanese-style sushi made with fresh local seafood, alongside strong Japanese whiskey. Free parking and WiFi are available, and pets are allowed on request. The hotel scores highly for cleanliness, amenities, location, and service, making it a comfortable base to explore the picturesque village and surrounding nature.
Location
Bankinn is situated at Oddagata 6 in the heart of Seydisfjordur. The hotel is within walking distance to local restaurants and shops, including the highly rated Nordic Restaurant just 16 meters away. Cafe Lara is also nearby at 33 meters distance. The hotel is approximately 125 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN). Its central location allows easy access to the town's landmarks and waterfront, offering scenic views right from some rooms, including sights of the nearby church.
Tips
- Book early for dinner at the hotel’s restaurant, especially during peak season, as it can get very busy.
- Expect to walk a short distance between the various buildings, so pack accordingly if you have mobility concerns.
- Consider requesting a room in the main building if you prefer quieter accommodations due to some noise complaints in outer buildings.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: DinersClub, JSB, UnionPay, MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress
- Check in time: 16:00-21:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Smoke-free property
- Family room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spanish
- English
- Italian
- French
- Hiking
- Free parking
- Pets allowed
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Reviews
It was the tastiest sushi I have ever tried, by far. Really delicious! We had the Arctic char maki as well as the Crunchy kamaboko maki - though my personal favorite was the latter. I also tried their chicken karaage starter and it was lovely and crunchy - great texture and flavour. The seaweed salad was equally as good, very refreshing! It's also worth trying their Japanese whiskey ("nikka"), which is very strong but also very unique and delicious in its own right.
Service was also great throughout the evening. Staff were super - friendly, attentive, and professional.
Easily the best food we tried in Seydisfjordur! The other dining spots don't even come close (and don't get me started on Aldan restaurant!).
We had a nice view of the church just beside the house. We paid for breakfast. The spread was ok and the lady serving us was nice. Made us hot chocolate and espresso 😊
Located in an old renovated building. Loved the character of the place and the way that the hotel was different buildings scattered throughout the town. Room was clean and spacious with a good size bathroom.
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Frequently asked questions about Bankinn - Hotel by Aldan
What room types does Bankinn - Hotel by Aldan offer?
The hotel offers Standard Single, Standard Double, Standard Triple, Superior Triple, Superior Quadruple, and Superior Family rooms.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available as a buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:00 but is not included in the room rate and must be paid for at the property.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Pets are allowed on request.
How far is the hotel from the nearest airport?
The hotel is 125 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN).
Where is breakfast served at Bankinn?
Breakfast is served in a separate lakeside building about a 3-minute walk from the main rooms.
