Hotel Laugarbakki - Hunathing Vestra

3-star Northern Lights hotel near Iceland's best salmon river

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel Laugarbakki offers family rooms and superior double or twin rooms, each with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Guests have access to three outdoor hot tubs, open until 23:00, with bathrobes provided at reception. The property also includes free parking, a shared lounge/TV area, and a bar located in the former school gymnasium.

Dining

The on-site restaurant Bakki serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with an emphasis on local cuisine, such as lamb burgers and wolf fish. A breakfast buffet offers a selection of breads, fruits, meats, cheeses, and waffles. The bar hosts a daily happy hour and features a range of beer, wine, and cocktails.

Location & Activities

Hótel Laugarbakki is located in Midfjordur, midway between Reykjavik and Akureyri on Ring Road 1, close to the Miðfjarðará salmon river. Guests can view the Northern Lights from a designated viewing area behind the property on the former track. The Vatnsnes peninsula, known for seal watching, is within driving distance, and the hotel provides a tour desk for excursions.

Family Features

The hotel provides family rooms that accommodate larger groups, along with a children's playground and kids' outdoor play equipment. Board games and puzzles are available in the shared lounge, and the restaurant offers a kids' menu. Laugarbakki Iceland also has swings and a basketball court on site.

Business & Events

Hotel Laugarbakki includes dedicated meeting and banquet facilities, with a conference room that can host groups. The property offers fax/photocopying services and a concierge service for event planning. The former gymnasium now functions as a bar and event space with a stage and dance floor.

• Location: Midway on Ring Road 1 between Reykjavik and Akureyri
• Rooms: Family rooms and superior options with private bathrooms
• Dining: Restaurant Bakki serving local cuisine and breakfast buffet
• Wellness: Three outdoor hot tubs open until 23:00
• Activities: Salmon river access and Northern Lights viewing area
• Ideal for: Families, outdoor enthusiasts, and road-trippers