Guesthouse Hamar in Vestmannaeyjar
✅ Spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms with modern bathrooms and volcano views ✅ Convenient location within walking distance to ferry, restaurants, and supermarkets ✅ Friendly and helpful staff providing sightseeing information ✅ Good WiFi and amenities including a terrace and games room ✅ Comfortable beds often praised as the best on guests' Iceland trips ❌ No elevator, which is problematic for guests with mobility issues ❌ Check-in can be impersonal with keys left unattended at the front desk ❌ Some rooms feel dated and have issues like mildew smell or small bathrooms ❌ Breakfast is not included in the price and has been discontinued at times ❌ One review mentioned safety concerns with a TV warning about extra charges
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Description
Guesthouse Hamar is a 3-star accommodation located in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, offering a variety of room types from Economy Single rooms to Superior Double rooms. The property has a strong cleanliness rating of 9/10 and provides amenities such as WiFi, air conditioning, heating, and soundproof rooms. Rooms are described as spacious by many guests, with some noting modern bathrooms and comfortable beds with views of the nearby volcano. The guesthouse features a terrace and a games room for relaxation. However, it is important to note that the building has no elevator and some rooms can feel dated. The guesthouse is not staffed 24 hours, so check-in procedures can be self-service with keys left at the front desk. Breakfast is offered as a buffet from 7:30 to 10:00 daily but is not included in the room price. Pets are not allowed, and children of all ages are welcome with potential extra charges for additional beds.
Location
Guesthouse Hamar is situated on Herjólfsgata 4 in Vestmannaeyjar, only about a 5-minute walk from the ferry dock, making it highly convenient for travelers arriving by boat. Nearby, guests will find several dining options within a few hundred meters, including the Canton Chinese restaurant 90 meters away and Tvisturinn restaurant at 273 meters. A supermarket is also within easy walking distance. The nearest beach, Víkin, is approximately 3.9 kilometers from the guesthouse. For air travel, Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV) is 115 kilometers away. Parking is available with four spots out front, facilitating easy access for those with vehicles.
Tips
- If you have mobility issues, request a ground floor room in advance since there is no elevator.
- Bring your own shower gel as some guests found the provided one unsatisfactory.
- Check-in can be self-service, so plan to arrive during staffed hours or prepare for unattended key pickup.
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] 07:30-10:00 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: MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, UnionPay, JSB
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Terrace
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Soundproof rooms
- Family room
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Luggage storage
- Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Hiking
- Free parking
- Fax and copy machine
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Playroom
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 3870 m. It takes 58 minutes To the beach!
Hotel view
Video: Hotel Vestmannaeyjar
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Reviews
Enjoyed our stay here. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Check in was simple, and the staff was very kind. Walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. I'd stay here again.
4 parking lots out front.
Dodgy shower gel, bring your own.
No lift.
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Frequently asked questions about Guesthouse Hamar
What room types are available at Guesthouse Hamar?
The guesthouse offers a wide range of room types including Run of House, Economy Single, Economy Double, Economy Quadruple, Standard Single, Standard Double, Standard Triple, Standard Family, Standard Single Family, Standard Triple Family, Standard Double Family, Standard Quadruple, Standard Quintuple Family, Superior room, and Superior Double room.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is served as a buffet from 7:30 to 10:00 daily but is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the property.
Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Hamar?
Pets are not allowed at this property.
How close is the guesthouse to the ferry and local restaurants?
The guesthouse is about a 5-minute walk from the ferry dock, with restaurants such as Canton Chinese 90 meters away and Tvisturinn 273 meters away.
Does the guesthouse have an elevator for guests with mobility issues?
No, the guesthouse does not have an elevator, which may be difficult for guests who cannot manage stairs.
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Hotel prices for: July - August 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 220 USD The best time to book is July 14, with rates starting from 220 USD