Hotel Kjarnalundur- Aurora Dream - Lodges and Rooms in Akureyri

Description

Hotel Kjarnalundur- Aurora Dream - Lodges and Rooms is a 3-star property located just outside Akureyri, Iceland. The hotel offers a wide variety of room types, from Economy rooms to spacious Family Suites and Cottages with mountain views. The property includes amenities such as a restaurant, bar, sauna, outdoor hot tubs, and free bike rentals. Guests have praised the clean and comfortable rooms, though some note that certain rooms can feel cramped, especially the Economy Double room. Breakfast is served daily as a buffet with a good selection of hot and cold dishes, which many guests found satisfying. The hotel is family-run, with friendly and helpful staff, including receptionists who speak multiple languages. While the building is older and some facilities like the sauna and lounge furniture have been described as outdated, the hotel’s location offers beautiful mountain and water views. You can also enjoy a quiet setting with less light pollution, ideal for Northern Lights viewing.

Location

Hotel Kjarnalundur is situated in Kjarnalundur, approximately 1 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY) and eight minutes by car from downtown Akureyri. Positioned on the side of a mountain, it provides panoramic views of surrounding mountains and waterfront areas. The hotel is slightly removed from the city center, meaning guests will find fewer dining options nearby, especially in the evenings, as the restaurant mainly serves dinner to travel groups. However, free parking makes it convenient if you have a car. The location also features natural surroundings where guests might spot local wildlife such as rabbits. Its distance from town and limited light pollution make it a suitable spot for photographing the Northern Lights.

Tips

• If you plan to stay in an Economy Double room, expect limited space for two guests.
• Bring warm clothing for evenings if you want to use the outdoor hot tubs.
• Since the restaurant may be closed for dinner without a travel group, consider dining options in downtown Akureyri or bring your own snacks.
• Parking is free and convenient if you have a car, which is recommended due to the hotel’s location outside the city center.

Policies and conditions

• Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. 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: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
• Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed
• Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
• Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, DinersClub, UnionPay, MasterCard, Visa
• Check in time: 16:00. Check out time: 11:00.