Stays in Blönduós

Summerhouse Torfalundur is a three-bedroom holiday home in Blönduós with a fully equipped kitchen, a living room and a spacious garden. The terrace looks over mountains and a river, and the hot tub sits outside for evenings after a day on the road. Barbecue facilities, free WiFi and private parking are included, and pets are welcome. Guests give it a perfect 10 across 8 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a calm, self-catered base for a family or small group.

Brekkukot Cottages in Blönduós offer family rooms with private bathrooms, each with a kitchenette and a dining table, which suits families who want to eat in. Guests also get a sun terrace, a patio, free WiFi and mountain views. The listing mentions convenient access to local attractions without naming them. Guests rate it 9.7 across 472 reviews, an excellent score on a solid sample, though nothing suggests a restaurant on site.

I recommend this two-bedroom cottage to families and couples driving the Ring Road who want a practical stop in Blönduós. It has a living room, a fully equipped kitchen and a washing machine, and a garden and terrace with mountain views suit outdoor dinners. Free private parking and WiFi are included. A washing machine is a real help midway through a long road trip. Guests rate it 9.4 across almost 170 reviews, a top score.

Brimslóð Atelier Guesthouse stands on the beachfront in Blönduós, with direct access to a private beach, a sun terrace and a garden with sea views. Family rooms have private bathrooms, balconies and parquet floors. An on-site restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and there is a bar and an outdoor fireplace. Guests rate it 9.1 across 1,355 reviews, a very large sample for a small guesthouse.

I recommend Laxás Cottage to families and groups who want a renovated three-bedroom holiday home a few minutes from Blönduós. It has a living room, a private entrance, parquet floors, a fully equipped kitchen, air-conditioning and an outdoor hot tub, with views of the sea, the lake and the mountains. Views are the main draw here. Guests rate it 8.9 across more than 150 reviews, a good score for a roomy, comfortable house.

Hótel Blönduós has family rooms with private bathrooms, a balcony and sea views, plus soundproofing, a tea and coffee maker and a hairdryer in each room. Families can use the sun terrace, eat at the restaurant and have a drink at the bar. WiFi is free in public areas, private parking is free, and a tour desk helps with outings. Pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.6 across 445 reviews.

Hvammur 2 Guesthouse in Blönduós has family rooms with mountain views and shared bathrooms, which is worth knowing before booking. Guests can use a garden, a terrace, a lounge and an outdoor hot tub, plus a shared kitchen and free private parking. Hiking is nearby. With an 8.6 score from 282 reviews, I recommend it to families and couples on a budget who accept shared facilities.

Hvammur 2 Guesthouse Red House in Blönduós has family rooms with mountain views and shared bathrooms. Guests can use a sun terrace, a garden, an outdoor fireplace and a hot tub, plus a shared kitchen and a lounge. WiFi is free in public areas, and the guesthouse is pet-friendly. With an 8.5 score from 195 reviews, I recommend it to budget families and travellers with pets who accept shared facilities.

Fornilækur Guesthouse in Blönduós has recently renovated rooms with private bathrooms, each with a balcony or terrace facing the garden, the sea or the river. Children get indoor and outdoor play areas, and there is a sun terrace, a garden and free WiFi. A buffet breakfast is served daily and parking is free. It is a family-minded stop on the Ring Road, with a good rating.

Gladheimar Guesthouse offers family rooms with private bathrooms and showers, all on the ground floor, which is easier with luggage and small children. There is a terrace, and WiFi and on-site parking are free. The listing puts it 147 km from Akureyri Airport, so Blönduós works as a stop on the Ring Road rather than a destination. A rating of 8.5 across 68 reviews is good. I would choose it as a practical overnight for a family in the north.

Húnaver Guesthouse in Blönduós is 118 km from Akureyri Airport and offers family rooms with private bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens. Guests can sit in the garden or on the terrace, which has mountain views and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi and private parking are included. Guests rate it 8.2 across 126 reviews. Barbecue and outdoor seating make evenings easy. Mountain views come with the stay.

Kiljan Apartments & Rooms in Blönduós offers self-catering apartments with a fully equipped kitchen, or rooms with a seating area, all with mountain and garden views. A communal hot tub, a garden and a BBQ area are available, and Wi-Fi is free. The Blanda River is 1 km away and Blönduós Harbour 2 km. Guests rate it 8.0 across 205 reviews, and I would pick it for road trippers who want a kitchen and a hot tub.

Hunavellir lies 6 km off the Ring Road, with rooms that face the mountains and some that overlook Lake Svínavatn. The extras suit families: a summer outdoor swimming pool, a playground and an indoor sports arena. Horseback riding, hiking and fishing can be arranged. The pool is a summer feature, so check the season before counting on it. A sensible rural stop for families on a budget.

Guesthouse Kiljan sits just off the Ring Road in northern Iceland, with views of the Húnaflói Fjord. Rooms come with either private or shared bathrooms, so check which you are booking. There is an on-site restaurant with a bar, free WiFi and a furnished terrace with barbecue facilities. Guests rate it 7.7 across 378 reviews, which is on the lower side, so read recent comments before booking.

The Apartment dome at Hof í Vatnsdal has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, enough for a family of five or six to spread out. A fully equipped kitchen covers every meal, which matters in a valley far from restaurants, and the terrace and patio face the garden, the mountains and the river. Hiking trails start nearby. The guest score of 7.7 from 43 reviews is modest, so I would read recent comments before booking.

Gladheimar Cottages stand beside the Ring Road at Blönduós, facing the Blanda river. Each cabin has a private kitchen, a sofa and a furnished terrace, and most have a geothermal hot tub and a barbecue; some add a private sauna. Parking is free. Independent stays are the point here, so bring food. Check which cabin has the sauna, since only some do. Ratings are more mixed than average.

Riverside Hostel in Blönduós offers direct beachfront access with sea views, a sun terrace and a garden. Each unit has its own terrace, a work desk and free WiFi, which suits a traveller who needs to get some work done. Hiking, fishing and kayaking are available nearby. The rating is modest and only 11 guests have reviewed it, so expectations should stay realistic.