Glaumbær Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beautiful collection of peat roofed buildings next to an attractive church in Glaumbær, Iceland
A beautiful collection of peat roofed buildings next to an attractive church in Glaumbær, Iceland
You must stop by and get a pot of tea and a wonderful slice of cake next time you are in Glumbaer. #sweetspot Then walk around the turf houses a bit to get your steps in ;)

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Hestasport Cottages

Hestasport Cottages

3 out of 5
Vegamót Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
The price is NZ$389 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$389
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
We loved our stay in our cottage! The interior was so cute and cozy, and the hot tub was very nice after a long day driving. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Hestasport Cottages
Hótel Varmahlíð

Hótel Varmahlíð

3 out of 5
Laugavegur 1 Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Skagafjordur Folk Museum and Reykjafoss ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (152 reviews)
Easy to find. Good breakfast. Close to excellent horse riding facility. Can get road noise. Easy parking. Friendly staff

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

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Bólstaðarhlíð Guesthouse

Bólstaðarhlíð Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Bólstaðarhlíð Blönduós Northwestern Region
The price is NZ$201 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$201
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Blönduós. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Great place to see the Northern Lights. Private bathroom was nice. Comfortable and good sized common areas.

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Bólstaðarhlíð Guesthouse
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Hestasport Cottages

Hestasport Cottages

3 out of 5
Vegamót Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
Stay at this cottage in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
We loved our stay in our cottage! The interior was so cute and cozy, and the hot tub was very nice after a long day driving. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Hestasport Cottages
Bólstaðarhlíð apartment

Bólstaðarhlíð apartment

3.5 out of 5
Bólstaðarhlíð Blönduós Northwestern Region
Stay at this apartment in Blönduós. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Had a lovely stay - the studio was clean and comfortable and very posh. Had wonderful views of the mountains and was dark enough to see the aurora!

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Bólstaðarhlíð apartment
A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views

A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views

Skagafjörður Varmahlið
Stay at this holiday home in Skagafjörour. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Reykjafoss Waterfall and Mount Maelifell are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Helga greeted us upon arrival. She was a wonderful and helpful person. This is a magical and incredibly peaceful place. The hot spring and the views were amazing! This was the perfect place to start our anniversary celebration in Iceland. We couldn’t have asked for a more special place. We will return ...

Reviewed on 29 July 2025

A wonderful small and cosy house with a private natural hot tub, fantastic views
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Mount Maelifell

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maelifell during your travels in Skagafjörour. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Mount Maelifell

Skagafjordur Folk Museum

5/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Skagafjordur Folk Museum during your travels in Glaumbær. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

Skagafjordur Folk Museum

Víðimýri Church

After visiting Víðimýri Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Varmahlid. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Víðimýri Church

Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland

After visiting Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Varmahlid. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland

Reykjafoss Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Reykjafoss Waterfall during your travels in Varmahlid. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Reykjafoss Waterfall

Grettislaug

Enjoy an outing to Grettislaug during your stay in Skagafjörour. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Grettislaug

Activities

Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall

Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall

NZ$149
per adult
Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall
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