The Old Bookstore is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Flateyri where guests can make the most of the garden and shared lounge. The bed and breakfast, housed in a building dating from 19th century, is 13 miles from the Pollurinn Hot Spring. The bed and breakfast features an outdoor fireplace, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi is available throughout the property. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven, and a toaster. The property offers sea views. A selection of options including fruit, juice, and cheese are available for the continental breakfast. A mini-market is available at the bed and breakfast. Sightseeing tours are available close by. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Isafjordur Airport, 13 miles from The Old Bookstore.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
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  • Mike
    Belgium Belgium
    Very charming historical Icelandic house, turned into a guesthouse. Our room was big enough, with a comfortable bed and nice views. Loved the shared dinning area, and the reading room. Good breakfast. The bookstore in the ground floor has plenty...
  • Heidi
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast items, such as yoghurt, fruit, cereals, bread, butter, jam, Nutella, ham and cheese are provided in the kitchen along with coffee and tea for your own making. The kitchen and the 2 bathrooms are shared among the 3 potential guests. It’s...
  • Caryn
    United States of America United States of America
    It was a very cozy setting, and the owner of the bookstore couldn’t have welcomed us with more warmth than he showed. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was quaint.

Hosted by Eyþór & Elín

9.6
9.6
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Eyþór & Elín
Welcome to the Old Bookstore in Flateyri. The oldest original store in Iceland, fourth generation family store since 1914. - This old, unique and quirky apartment was build in the year 1898 and was the home of the founder of the Old Bookstore in Flateyri for 70 years. This historical apartment is located in the same house as the Old Bookstore with amazing view over the ocean and mountains that surround the fjord. If you are looking for a stay in rooms with boring white walls with no soul, you should look somewhere els. But if you love to travel to experience something unique, authentic and truly historical you will find that and much more by staying at the Old Bookstore in Flateyri. The small guest house at the Old bookstore has only three double bedrooms, but two shared bathrooms, one old (1956) with WC and a bathtub and one new (2022) with WC and good shower. The guest house has fully equipped kitchen, dining area and living room for guests to enjoy there stay.
Eyþór is the fourth generation bookstore owner. He is running the guesthouse with his partner, Elín. Eyþór is educated architect and film director as well as running the Old Bookstore in Flateyri. Elín is a nurse in Ísafjörður hospital.
Amazing landscape, great people and artistic environment. - What more can you ask for? This tiny village (pop. 200) has the Oldest original store in Iceland as well as one of the oldest and most legendary pub and concert venue in Iceland, Vagninn. This old and historical fishing village in the Westfjords is now the home of many artist and a artistic Folk high school. The main street of Flateyri is one of the oldest and best preserved original street in Iceland, where most of the houses where build around 1880. On the street you will find coffee houses, bars, restaurants and shops that are open daily in the summertime but during the winter the opening may vary. Experience the long and bright summer nights at 66°N or spend your time here in the winter darkness in the snow, under the northern lights. - We love it both!
Languages spoken: English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of The Old Bookstore
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Convenience store on site
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Icelandic

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Old Bookstore

    • Check-in at The Old Bookstore is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The Old Bookstore is 1,150 feet from the center of Flateyri. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Old Bookstore may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Guests staying at The Old Bookstore can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental

    • Room options at The Old Bookstore include:

      • Twin/Double

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

      • Temporary art galleries
      • Walking tours
      • Bar crawls
      • Tour or class about local culture