A terrace, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Glaðheimar Cottages. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
Located in Blönduós, Glaðheimar Cottages is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hvitserkur and Spákonufell, while Sea Ice Exhibition Centre and Textile Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Blönduós travel guide
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Glaðheimar Cottages
This cottage features an outdoor pool, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. All 19 accommodations boast outdoor private hot tubs and offer WiFi and kitchens. Other amenities that guests will find include furnished patios and sitting areas. Housekeeping is not available.
Glaðheimar Cottages offers 19 accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Accommodations all include kitchens.
Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Available in the cottage: WiFi (EUR 2,000 per day)
Parking and transportation
Free covered self parking on site
Family friendly
Playground
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate sitting area
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Furnished patio
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets or service animals
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
On a river
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
19 units
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for in-room wireless internet: EUR 2000 per day (rates may vary)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Glaðheimar Cottages House Blonduos
Glaðheimar Cottages House
Glaðheimar Cottages Blonduos
Glaðheimar Cottages
Glaðheimar Cottages Cottage
Glaðheimar Cottages Blönduós
Glaðheimar Cottages Cottage Blönduós
Frequently asked questions
Does Glaðheimar Cottages have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Glaðheimar Cottages?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glaðheimar Cottages on Mar 13, 2026 start from ¥27,771, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Glaðheimar Cottages pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Glaðheimar Cottages?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Glaðheimar Cottages?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Glaðheimar Cottages located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Blonduos Church, Sea Ice Exhibition Centre, and Textile Museum. Museum of Handicrafts is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Glaðheimar Cottages Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
6.8
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 195 reviews
10 - Excellent
60
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 195 reviews
8 - Good
52
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 195 reviews
6 - Okay
33
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 195 reviews
4 - Poor
27
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 195 reviews
2 - Terrible
23
Reviews
8/10 Good
Megan
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place to stay. Close to nice hiking trail, gas, & groceries.
This property is right on the river, very serene. Cabins are clean and comfortable and well equipped kitchens. Great for a night. We wish we had a few days to really appreciate the property and the area.
David
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
shannon
Aug 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
No complaints. Easy check in. Easy check out. Clean and friendly service.
shannon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Kristie
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A unique cottage within a campground. Loved the personal hot tub in the back. We enjoyed exploring all of the nature trails on the river behind us.
Didn't love the sulphur smell in the water in our cottage, but could be normal for this area.
Kristie
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
peter
Apr 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Authentic cabins. Walking distance to a restaurant. Cabins are quiet. Warm. Decent value for money. The handler gave us an option to chose a larger cabin when we arrived.
peter
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
RYAN
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good living environment and living conditions, suitable for business trips
RYAN
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Eric
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great view from cabin. Nice, relaxing area.
Eric
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
2/10 Terrible
Yann
Aug 31, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty cottage
We did not stay
This cottage is so dirty
Yann
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Sep 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice cottage, relaxing, clean and quiet. Courteous check-in. Would stay here again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
4/10 Poor
Ian Roderick
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Please renovate the property it is very old and dingy. Please provide a hair dryer. I paid the same amount as my stay at foss hotel but the propertybwas horrific. I was not comfortable because it is old, dingy. It is not dirty but change the towels, get rid of the old red couch. Pls update it
Ian Roderick
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Terri
Aug 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautifully situated on a bluff overlooking the Blanda River. Could see and hear it from our # 25 cottage. Large windows bringing the sunshine in. Close to everything in town such as grocery store etc.
It's near a river and cottages are nice but we ran in to some challenges with check in where our cottage was taken by some other guests so we had to sleep in the main lodge in a room not equipped for party of 5
Shilpi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
Oct 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were stuck due to a blizzard and terrible/closed roads, and the cottage was perfect! We were even upgraded for free because a larger cabin was available.
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
JAYANTH
Sep 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cottage, well stocked. Hot tub didnt work.
JAYANTH
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
4/10 Poor
Berkley
Oct 5, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hot tub I paid for was “unavailable “ and the cottage was old and not as pictured in the ad
The town itself has little to offer, no breakfast and poor restaurants
Wished we just carried on to Akuyere
Don’t bother with this place
Berkley
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
4/10 Poor
Michelle
Jul 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Inaccurate description on hotels.com
The description on hotels.com indicated a private bathroom. I’d assume this would mean it has a shower! No indication there was no shower.
Otherwise cabin was nice, brand new. Property littered with construction materials.
Michelle
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
jason
Jun 9, 2024
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was cute with a workable kitchen. The bathroom/shower was very small. We did not use the hot tub as we arrived late. There is a phone number posted on the main building door to call when you arrive. We had an Esim with data only so could not call the number. There was not a WhatsApp number. We were lucky that another person was checking in and had contacted the manager. Staff were pleasant.
Patricia
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
Lesley
Jun 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Did not meet expectation at all. Very, very disappointing. Just don’t if you have any other choice. We loved every accommodation around the Ring Road except this one. Broken windows and blinds, stinky water, poor communication and not at all as described.
Lesley
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Vincent
Jul 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the most spacious place we stayed out for our entire trip to Iceland, which was a welcome change of pace. The cottage itself was wonderful. We paid extra for a cottage with a hot tub, but the hot tub experience was not what we had expected. We had to fill it, which required an employee to do this for us as we could not figure out the written instructions (and that is on us and is not their fault) ... but when we went out to the hot tub after it was filling up, it had lots of hair, dirt, and dead bugs floating in the water. We felt like if we were paying extra for the hot tub, that is should be clean and ready for us to use. Otherwise, there were no complaints at all.
Vincent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
4/10 Poor
Aida
Jul 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Not what’s in the pics
The pics showed a cottage with wood walls, twin and double sized beds. So we got a modular home, which I would have accepted if the place wasn’t cold with only the built in fireplace in the living room to heat it up. Thankfully there was a space heater in the teens room. The beds that were supposed to be twin size were much smaller than twin size. The refrigerator wasn’t working and we had bought food so I stored our food in the car at night. There were 4 of us. By the time my husband took a shower in the morning the hot water ran out and he showered with cold water… on the grounds there were cottages that looked like the pics, so make sure that’s what you are getting coz what we got was not good:-(
Aida
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Kevin
Oct 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Upon arrival, there is a note to notify someone at a certain phone number for check in as NO ONE was on site or in the office. All fine in dandy for a local... But as I was a tourist from another country, WHY WOULD YOU EVEN THINK that could be done!!! Pretty bonehead note on door.
So I waited at the the door for an hour. Luckily,,, someone else showed up. That person had a phone... What Einstein, would think someone from another country could get on email. If management wants a phone call,,, put a phone than either put a phone on outside door, how else can I call
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
2/10 Terrible
Danielle
Jul 21, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
BED BUGS!!!! I have photos of my husband and son being bit by soooooo many bed bugs. I on the other hand took one look at the foam “mattress” before getting into bed and the fitted sheets with holes in them and I made sure to sleep on top of the blanket. I would NOT recommend this property for anyone to stay at. There were so many dead bugs by the window sill and the dishes/cutlery were so dirty. The check in process was NOT easy. They stated that check in was until 10pm and there was no one at the office. They have a phone number to call but being we are from CANADA, I only had data on my phone. You would think they would at least be available via WhatsApp. So we were lucky to borrow a cellphone from a person at the campsite to contact the property staff. This was the worst accommodation we have ever experienced which makes me thin twice about booking with Expedia for our future accommodation needs.
Danielle
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Jan
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Het ligt prachtig en is goed uitgerust. Extra is de hot tube
Jan
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Max
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication