The Herring House (Siglufjordur, IS) from 107 £/night

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The Herring House - Siglufjordur

Hlitharvegur 1, Siglufjordur, Iceland, 580·View on map

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Overall Score

Perfect

9.6Perfect

Cleanliness9.8

Comfort9.8

Location9.8

Staff9.8

Facilities9.5

Who stays here

Couples43%

Families29%

Groups19%

Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score

Perfect

9.6Perfect

Cleanliness9.8

Comfort9.8

Location9.8

Staff9.8

Facilities9.5

Who stays here

Couples43%

Families29%

Groups19%

Solo9%

Guesthouse with fjord views, outdoor hot tub, and homemade breakfast in Siglufjörður

Accommodations

The Herring House offers family rooms with individual décor, each featuring a work desk, wardrobe, and soundproofing. Guests can book a One-Bedroom Cottage with private toilet and outdoor shower, or a Two-Bedroom Apartment with full kitchen and living area. Shared kitchens and spacious living rooms are available in the main house for those in rooms with shared bathroom.

Facilities & Relaxation

An outdoor hot tub with garden views is available for guests to enjoy year-round. The property also has a sun terrace, outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and an outdoor shower enclosed but open to the sky. Additional amenities include an electric vehicle charging station, minimarket on site, and free private parking.

Activities & Local Experiences

Herring House provides ski equipment hire on site and a ski pass vendor, making winter sports easy to arrange. Summer guests can book whale watching tours at Dalvík Harbour, just a short drive away, or explore hiking trails, horse riding, and bike tours nearby. The hosts offer tailored recommendations for local museums, the Icelandic Folk Music Centre, and the Herring Museum.

Dining & Breakfast

A buffet breakfast with homemade bread, jam, meat, cheese, yogurt, fruit, and juice is served daily from 7 AM. Gluten-free bread is available on request. For other meals, the guesthouse has a shared kitchen and a minimarket, and the concierge service can recommend local restaurants such as the Moroccan eatery in town.

Services & Convenience

The Herring House Siglufjordur offers free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Concierge service provides express check-in/check-out, private check-in, and tour desk assistance for local activities. The property also provides board games/puzzles, family rooms, and soundproof rooms for a restful stay.

Location: Siglufjordur town center, 3 km from Icelandic Folk Music Centre, 79 km from Akureyri Airport
Rooms: Individually decorated family rooms and cabins with sea, garden, or mountain views
Wellness: Outdoor hot tub with garden views, outdoor shower experience, sun terrace
Dining: Homemade Scandinavian buffet breakfast with fresh bread and jam, served daily from 7 AM
Activities: Ski equipment hire on site, ski pass vendor, whale watching tours at Dalvík Harbour, hiking and horse riding nearby
Services: Free private parking, electric vehicle charging station, concierge for local recommendations, tour desk

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-20:00

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 23.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

Danish, Icelandic

Building

Number of rooms:6

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Rooms and availability

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Shared Bathroom Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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One-Bedroom Cottage

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Shared Bathroom Triple Room

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Ski equipment hire
Ski pass vendor
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

In-room breakfast
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Jacuzzi
Public Bath

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

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Essential information about The Herring House

💵 Lowest room price	107 £
📏 Distance to centre	100 m
✈️ Distance to airport	80.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Akureyri, AEY

Location

Hlitharvegur 1, Siglufjordur, Iceland, 580

Address

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Hlitharvegur 1, Siglufjordur, Iceland, 580

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Hlitharvegur 1, Siglufjordur, Iceland, 580

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Dalelid hiking trail

1.7 km

Landmark

Skograektin Park

2.7 km

Landmark

Entrance to the forest

3.1 km

Landmark

Nethsta-lyfta Platter

3.7 km

Landmark

Skarthsdalur

3.7 km

Landmark

Aerosilla

4.0 km

Landmark

Bungu-lyfta Platter

4.6 km

Museum

Sildarminjasafn Islands

340 m

Nordurgata 1

Folk Music Centre

340 m

Top Mountaineering

250 m

Eyrargata 25

Vinbuthin

340 m

Norðurgata 1

Icelandic Folk Music Centre

340 m

Siglo Ski Lodge

450 m

Siglo Marina

510 m

Vetrarbraut 17

Saga-fotografica

570 m

Slippurinn

570 m

Si-152

570 m

Restaurant

Fish and Chips

270 m

Restaurant

Siglunes Guesthouse Restaurant

340 m

Restaurant

Fish and Chips Siglufjorthur

290 m

Restaurant

Kaffi Raudka

420 m

Restaurant

Adalbakari

320 m

Restaurant

Hannes Boy

430 m

Restaurant

Athalbakarinn

330 m

Restaurant

Sunna Restaurant at Siglo Hotel

520 m

Restaurant

Harbour House

580 m

Reviews of The Herring House

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Guests say: exceptional stay

rated 9+

4.9/ 5

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9.6/ 10

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9.9/ 10

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FAQ about The Herring House

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at The Herring House hotel?

Attractions near The Herring House hotel include Vinbuthin as well as Saga-fotografica, they can be reached with a 5 minutes' walk and a 7 minutes' walk respectively.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the The Herring House?

Guests of the The Herring House can visit Icelandic Folk Music Centre (around a 5-minute stroll from the accommodation), or Sildarminjasafn Islands Museum placed 10 minutes' walk away.

Is there a parking at the 3-star The Herring House?

Guests of the 3-star The Herring House can take advantage of parking.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to The Herring House?

For an evening meal near The Herring House, guests can go to Adalbakari restaurant placed within short walking distance of the property or Fish and Chips restaurant located 300 meters away).

What time is check-in and check-out at the guest house?

Guests of the guest house can check in from 16:00 to 20:00 and check out from 11:00.

How much does it cost to stay at the hotel?

The price for a room in the hotel starts at $146.

What payment methods are available in the The Herring House hotel?

At the The Herring House hotel, you can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard.

What room types are available at the 3-star The Herring House hotel?

One-Bedroom Cottage, Triple Room, and Two-Bedroom Apartment are among the room types available at the 3-star The Herring House hotel.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at The Herring House?

Most rooms at The Herring House include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and feature separate bathrooms with a dryer and bathrobes. At the same time, all suites boast sound-proofed windows as well as a work desk.