Description
Summary
Description
Hótel Laxárbakki lies just off the Ring Road, north of Reykjavik on Iceland's west coast. These self-catering apartments come with free WiFi access. Akranes town centre is 15 km away.
Location and Nearby
Hotel Laxárbakki is a group of apartments located in Hvalfjordur, on the banks of the salmon river Laxá at the Grunnafjörður Ramsar wetland. It's conveniently located on highway one, just 14 km from Akranes and 22 km from Borgarnes. Laxfoss waterfall is a 1,500 m walk away, and two 18-hole golf courses lie 12 km and 22 km from the hotel. All the spectacular sights of West and South Iceland are within driving distance, including Húsafell, the Langjökull-Glacier, the Golden Circle, and Snæfellsnes. The area is known for its unique birdlife and the hiking trails at Glymur, Akrafjall, Hafnarfjall and Skarðsheiði.
During the winter, when the conditions for the aurora to dance in the night sky are good, Hótel Laxárbakki is well situated in the countryside to watch the northern lights in all their glory. Guests can enjoy the show from the hotel's hot tub.
Facilities and Amenities
A seating area and a flat-screen TV are included in each apartment. Kitchen facilities include a stove, fridge and coffee maker. Each apartment has a tiled bathroom with a shower. Homemade food and barbecue dishes are served at the in-house restaurant and bar. A hot tub is on hand for relaxing after a day on the road. Guests also have access to a sauna. Free parking is available on site.
Why choose Hótel Laxárbakki?
Hótel Laxárbakki is ideally located for exploring south west Iceland.
