Guesthouse Lyngholt

The Guesthouse Lyngholt is a well-appointed accommodation that stands proudly in the small fishing village of Thorshofn. This spacious and comfortable house is the perfect place to call home for travelers in the Icelandic Northeast.

Location & Nearby

The Guesthouse Lyngholt sits just off the north coast of the Langanes Peninsula in the upper part of Thorshofn village. While the location offers the peace and privacy of being in a small, distant town, you’re never too far from your basic necessities and conveniences.

Thorshofn and its harbor are great for picturesque walks, but it also has the shops, grocery stores, and restaurants you’ll need.

Outside the town, there are plenty of eerily beautiful abandoned places to visit, such as the Thorshofn plane wreck near the guesthouse and the old fishing village of Skalar just 25 miles (40 kilometers) north. Driving along the coast, you’ll also find several abandoned farms reclaimed by nature.

Further inland, you can also take this chance to visit Iceland’s longest glacial river canyon, Jokulsargljufur, 70 miles (113 kilometers) away. Dettifoss, Iceland’s most powerful waterfall, is only a short drive away from the river canyon.

Lastly, birdwatching is popular all over the Northeast region, particularly in the summer, and there are birdwatching trails you can follow for the full experience. Whatever your interests, you have several options to choose from during your stay at the guesthouse.

Facilities & Amenities

The Guesthouse Lyngholt prioritizes comfort and the feeling of being home above all. The coffee-brown wooden exterior welcomes you into a bright and cozy living room connected to a dining area and a fully-equipped kitchen.

The house has five twin or double rooms and two single rooms for seven bedrooms in total. There are also three bathrooms with walk-in showers, and each one has towels, cotton pads, and a hair dryer available.

The terrace also has an outdoor BBQ grill and furniture if you want to enjoy your meals in the fresh air. In the wintertime, breakfast is for self-service in the kitchen, while a breakfast buffet is offered in the summer.

Wi-Fi is also available throughout the house, and a flat-screen TV is in every room, including the living room. All rooms are also uniquely designed to give each space a distinct look, making the place feel more like home. The family's own restaurant, Holtið Kitchen Bar (opened Aug 2024, Langanesvegur 16, next door), serves dinner (local fish, steaks, burgers, pasta) — the summer breakfast buffet is served there, from mid-June to mid-August. Free parking is available on site. Pets are allowed on request.

Why Choose the Guesthouse Lyngholt?

The Guesthouse Lyngholt is a charming and lovingly designed accommodation made especially to make you feel at home, located in the beautiful, remote paradise of Northeast Iceland. Check availability now by choosing a date.