Situated close to the bridge crossing Borgarfjordur bay, across the water from the town of Borgarnes Hotel Bru provides the simple comforts of home in a cozy atmosphere, a place you can sit and chat as the sun turns the bay first golden, then fiery red. Just a few hundred meters from the main road, Hotel Bru has a homey feel to it, whilst providing the facilities expected in a hotel.
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We stayed at this hotel at the beginning and end of our holiday, as it was a convenient 60 minutes from Reykjavik, (90 minutes Keflavik) I emailed beforehand and requested a ground floor room, which we were given. The rooms in the main building were small, and very basic. Very little storage space, and the shower didn't have a closing door. I was a little disappointed when we first arrived, but soon accepted it. The beds were comfortable, and it was handy to be able to reverse the car right up to the door for packing up the car in the rain, and also we were able to walk to the breakfast area without getting wet. The people coming from the cabins were coming in quite wet. It was useful to be able to make a tea or coffee at any time, and we felt there was a good selection at breakfast. The staff were very good, replacing items as soon as needed. The beach was a short walk away, and we saw a beautiful sunset. The hot tub area was very good, with a hot room and a sauna. On our last night the manager knocked on our door to say we could view the Northern Lights, which was a lovely end to our holiday.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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When booking our hotels for our roadtrip around Iceland we wanted to find a spot for 2 nights located around the Borgarnes area. Naturally with anything outside of Reykjavik, options can be somewhat limited and we were looking for something that wasn't going to be crazy busy or in the centre of town.
We then found Hotel Hafnarfjall! Located just off of the Highway 1 (ring road) just before you cross the bridge to Borgarnes heading north, this old school motel is placed right on the coastline looking out over the water to Borgarnes.
On arrival we were met by the gentleman in reception who was very welcoming and keen to get us settled in quickly. On being given the key to the room we were shown where it was as it was recently renovated and didn't have a number. We were informed the 2nd key was to the office / breakfast area where tea and coffee was available 24hrs and the area for breakfast as well.
**We were informed upfront that as the property is an older wooden property that it can be noisy and were offered complimentary earplugs should we need them. We were also informed about the hot water being geothermally heated, as such it has a slight sulpher smell - not a smell that stays on your skin but is noticeable when you are showering.**
The room itself was very spacious, plenty of room for suitcases / bags and sorting. The bed was a large queen bed, very comfortable and easy to relax on after a long day exploring. We opted for a room with a private bathroom which was well kept and clean. Thankfully the room also had blackout curtains as due to the Icelandic summers the number of dark hours were not quite the same as at home and bright and early mornings are just that...EARLY!
As this is an old school motel style hotel, a number of rooms you can park outside making bringing things in and out is easy. We had a room overlooking the free evening sauna and hot tub that looks out over the sea - a beautiful scene and one I would request again!
Many thanks for a great stay...until next time!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Remember ear plugs or ask for some at reception as it can be noisy.
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We arrived on a windy, rainy day. Reception was super friendly. Although they knew the set up, the receptionist did have to rearrange the room so it would be 3 beds. We had a room upstairs but there are no elevators. So it is an older cabin. We had room 15 and room is spacious. There is a note about the water but somehow we had to get the sink to a certain spot to get cold water. Or else it is burning hot or hot. The room also came with a coffee machine and kettle, along with coffee and tea bags. We also got to watch Netflix on the tv. The beds were kind of on the soft side.
We didn’t buy breakfast.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Arrived as planned and our room (#5) was ready for us with two twin beds. Easy check in, tea, coffee available all the time as is access to the office/dining area. Room comfortable for size, beds comfy. Would be nice to have room darkening blinds but it did not bother us as we were tired. We did not use the hot tub but was available plus a sauna. Breakfast the next day was really nice. Loved the Icelandic twist and a A+ five star to the owner gentleman who was a one man show with check in, breakfast prep, check out and kind with ensuring all questions were answered - including the marinaded herring on the breakfast offering. The attention to detail was noticed, appreciated and demonstrated the quality offering the location truly is. I would stay here in a heart beat again!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Don't let the fact that this hotel is listed as a one star hotel put you off, I have stayed in 5 star hotels that are not as clean or welcoming. On arrival we received a friendly greeting, and although we were early we were able to go to our room. Although the rooms are not be biggest or packed with modern facilities, we again didn't need that. Who needs a TV when you have such stunning places to visit outside.
As above the room was clean the beds were combatable, I asked for and received an extra pillow with no issues. The hotel is located close to the shops so provisions are not an issue and food can be cooked in the dining room, if you wish. We were there in off season so breakfast was not being served but a simple breakfast was provided in the mornings tea, coffee and hot chocolate all day.
The sauna and hot tub were a great place to watch the northern lights. After a couple of days we were moved to a sea facing cabin, as we were staying a week again this was very clean and had the addition of a small kitchen and dining area.
I would definitely recommend this hotel and would happily go back there.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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No…toiletries/shampoo or conditioner/hair dryer/tissues/toilet paper holder or block out blinds or curtains. In no way did the photographs on websites reflect what was presented to us on arrival. I was also asked had I paid the correct tariff to enable me to have a cup of tea or coffee from the so-called lobby. Added to this, the breakfast was the worst that we have had in Iceland. Overall just appalling accommodation for price paid!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Make sure you book the cabins as the motel units are old and tired
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Last minute stay. Excellent place for those in transit. Excellent location Extremely tasteful and lovingly tidy room Stay in winter season, there is no breakfast offered but they do offer self-service and self-made facilities
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed here for 4 days in the private suite with our own washroom. Located outside of any city and away from light pollution made ideal conditions to see the Northern light. Staff was great, friendly and helpful with questions about the area. 5 min drive into a small town was great when we needed something, shopping or food. On site geothermal hot-tub was awesome. Rooms were very comfy. With views of either the mountains or the ocean. Would definitely stay here again in a heartbeat. 2 thumbs up.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We arrived at 18:00 but nobody was there and the hotel door was closed. A note informed that you should have received an email with the info to check in but we did not. We had to call twice to get the code of the box and get the key of our room. The surrounding area ("garden"?) was not taken care of and the hot tube was empty, but this could have been because covid limitations. The room was on the ground floor, very small and unfortunately it was dirty, there were plenty of dead flies in the lamp, spots in the walls, dirty carpet, linen broken in the bottom part, burning marks in the toilet floor, and it has a sort of plastic-made shower where we can see hairs of the previous guests. The hotel was practically empty and better rooms were surely available. Since our room was at ground level, we saw other rooms next to ours that looked better. Disappointing that they didvnot offer a better room. There was no staff in the hotel until next morning but using the key we could go inside reception for a coffee. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was ok, not outstanding, but with different options. The hotel is few km driving from the town and you can see the bay, but hardly from our room. It is not an expensive hotel but after 12 days in Iceland, this was definetly the worst accommodation, so not worth what you pay for it.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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The beds were comfy enough, nothing special about the location other than it is a tiny road off a 90km/hr highway. We missed it and had to turn around. Breakfast was not so good. Bathrooms and rooms seemed clean enough. The window opened in a strange manner so if open the light poured in.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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From what I remember, yes! Definitely on the towels. You may want to bring your own wash cloth, however. I don't recall washcloths anywhere that we stayed.
The ONLY place we found that would wash our laundry was a horse farm in Hella. And it was EXPENSIVE. (after an unexpected dip in the ocean, fully clothed, it was required. Ahem.)
There are more places to choose from in the Borgarnes area.
PRICE RANGE
C$139 - C$193 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Hotel Bru - Bridge Hotel
LOCATION
IcelandWest RegionBorgarbyggdBorgarnes
NUMBER OF ROOMS
16
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