Best Budget Stays in Blönduós, Iceland

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.

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.

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.

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.