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The Bookstore Family Apartment is situated in Hellissandur. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The apartment has family rooms. All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including an oven, a microwave, a toaster and a fridge. Some units have a terrace and/or a patio with sea or mountain views. All units include a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. If you would like to discover the area, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and The Bookstore Family Apartment can arrange a bicycle rental service. Reykjavík Domestic Airport is 205 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hellissandur

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Catherine
    Australia Australia
    Was warm and cosy and decor was quirky and fun. We enjoyed our brief stay and it was nice to park at the door in the pouring rain.
  • Hillel
    Israel Israel
    Cute place. Very homey feeling. Parking right by the door
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Quirky, welcoming decor with great personality providing a sense of its history and who used to live in the place. Spacious with lots of light, well set-up for self catering and close to services and the coast. Probably our favourite...
  • Tomáš
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Self check in was really simple. I got every instruction in right time. Accomodation was really nice and cozy.
  • Cla
    Austria Austria
    We stayed at The Bookstore Apartment only for one night, but we enjoyed it a lot. It was very quiet, comfortable and cosy. Would recommend it and choose it again for a next stay.
  • Harold
    France France
    The Size and originality of the apartment. The location. The silence.
  • Martin
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    So this was the best accommodation in Iceland for us. Amazing atmosphere, lots of ideas, books, messages on the walls, wonderful. The atmosphere draws you in, calms you down, it's simply wonderful, and that includes the equipment that is just...
  • Sydney
    Canada Canada
    I liked the convenience of the self check in, went very smoothly. Place was exceptional, very cute interior. Beds were comfortable and the area is very quiet. I really enjoyed staying here, wish I could have stayed longer.
  • Janet
    Canada Canada
    Hellisandur was a great location tour Snaefellnes. We liked having a small kitchen for making our own meals. Bed was comfy.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was cosy and quirky with comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen. The location was great for the visiting the park.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Kári Viðarsson

8.2
8.2
Host review score
Host review score
Kári Viðarsson
This place is situated in one of the oldest houses in the town of Hellissandur and has a lot of historical value for the area. The Bookstore Apartment was actually the town's bookstore, run by my grandmother for decades before being turned into this wonderful themed apartment / library
I´m Kári Viðarsson, The manager and artistic director of the The Freezer, a former fish factory now turned into a hot spot for travellers seeking a place to stay, meet people and take part in artistic events of all sorts. The Freezer is a place that offers accommodation as well as art and culture to it's guests. I am a professional actor and also the grandson of the people that built the Freezer apartments.
The neighborhood is on the doorstep of Snæfellsjökull Glacier national park. Within it you will find many lava fields, beaches, craters, flora, mountains, viewpoints, waterfalls, rich bird life and everything else that the Icelandic nature has to offer. This area is usually referred to as "Iceland in a nutshell" because here you can see so many things without having to travel long distances in between. I grew up here and can safely say that it's one of the most beautiful places in Iceland and probably on earth.
Languages spoken: Danish,English,Icelandic

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Bookstore Family Apartment

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linen

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site

Outdoor & View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view

Building characteristics

  • Private apartment in building

Transport

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Miscellaneous

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

Languages spoken

  • Danish
  • English
  • Icelandic

House rules
The Bookstore Family Apartment takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 17:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Bookstore Family Apartment in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is possible to extend your stay at this property at no extra cost for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes, with a maximum limit of 10 extra days.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

FAQs about The Bookstore Family Apartment

  • The prices at The Bookstore Family Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel"s policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment is 100 yards from the centre of Hellissandur. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Horse riding
    • Bicycle rental

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Bookstore Family Apartment on this page.

  • The Bookstore Family Apartment can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, The Bookstore Family Apartment is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Bookstore Family Apartment is from 17:00, and check-out is until 12:00.