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Ármót GuesthouseAn elegant guesthouse with a beautiful river and mountain view
Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in beautifully furnished rooms featuring brand-new beds and enjoy the panoramic views from the executive lounge area.
Peaceful surroundings
Experience unparalleled views from the guesthouse, where you can marvel at Eyjafjallajökull and Mt. Hekla from many room windows. Enjoy the serene flow of the Eystri-Rangá river nearby.
Abundance of activities
Perfectly situated for travelers exploring South Iceland, Ármót Guesthouse offers easy access to the region’s top attractions within a short drive.
Authentic countryside experience
Nestled within a renowned equestrian farm, Ármót Guesthouse offers the ideal place to experience authentic countryside living.
Ármót Guesthouse
South Iceland’s best-kept secret
Ármót Guesthouse is an elegant guesthouse with beautiful river and mountain views, along one of Iceland’s most popular tourist routes. Being a world-class equestrian farm, it offers guests a true Icelandic countryside experience.
Our rooms
Standard Suite
Located in ground level, the suite has a spacious bedroom with a double bed and a private bathroom with a shower. The unit has parquet floors and a flat-screen TV with streaming services and direct access to the terrace. Guests have access to the 2nd floor executive lounge, with large windows to enjoy the wonderful views in all directions. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking is included.
Number of guests
2-3 persons
Room size
30 sq. meters
Beds
1 x Double bed
Quantity
Breakfast
Included
Standard room
This double room in second floor has one double bed (2 single beds) and features parquet floors, a desk and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The bathroom is shared with one other room. Guests have access to the 2nd floor executive lounge, with large windows to enjoy the wonderful views in all directions. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking is included.
Number of guests
2 persons
Room size
10 sq. meters
Beds
Quantity
2 rooms
Breakfast
Included
Delux Room
This double room in ground level has one double bed (2 single beds) and features parquet floors, a desk and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The bathroom is shared with one other room. Guests have access to the 2nd floor executive lounge, with large windows to enjoy the wonderful views in all directions. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking is included.
Number of guests
2 persons
Room size
12 sq. meters
Beds
1 x Double bed
Quantity
Breakfast
Included
Junior Suite with Private Balcony
Located on 2nd floor, the junior suite features one separate bedroom with a double bed and a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bathtub. While featuring a balcony with mountain views, guests have also access to the 2nd floor executive lounge, with large windows to enjoy the wonderful views in all directions. The unit has parquet floors and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking is included.
Number of guests
2 persons
Room size
15 sq. meters
Beds
1 x Double bed
Quantity
1 room
Breakfast
Included
Apartment and Cottage
Ármót Cottage
Ármót Cottage is situated approximately 100 meters from the main house. Each cottage offers three bedrooms with single beds, along with a fully equipped kitchenette complete with a refrigerator, coffee machine, kettle, kitchenware, and dishwasher. The bathroom features a shower, and for added convenience, a washing machine is also provided within the bathroom. Guests can enjoy complimentary parking and Wi-Fi throughout their stay and have the option to purchase breakfast for an additional charge.
Number of guests
3 persons
Room size
40 sq. meters
Beds
3 x Single beds
Quantity
1 cottage
Breakfast
Not included – available for the additional charge of 16 EUR
Apartment with garden view
The ground-level apartment at the guesthouse, boasting a private entrance, is ideal for families. Offering a charming garden view, it comprises one bedroom with a double bed, a living room with a sofa bed, and a fully equipped kitchenette complete with a refrigerator, coffee machine, kettle, kitchenware, and dishwasher. The private bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower. Guests can enjoy complimentary parking and Wi-Fi throughout their stay and have the option to purchase breakfast for an additional charge.
Number of guests
2-4 persons
Room size
50 sq. meters
Beds
Quantity
1 room
Breakfast
Not included – available for the additional charge of 16 EUR
About Ármót Guesthouse
Nestled amidst scenic landscapes, Ármót Guesthouse offers a serene retreat with a range of accommodation options to suit your needs. Our establishment comprises the main guesthouse, an adjacent apartment, and two charming cottages.
The main guesthouse features six beautifully appointed double rooms spread across two floors. The Standard Suite and Junior Suite boast private bathrooms, while the remaining rooms share two communal bathrooms. On the second floor, guests can unwind in our luxurious lounge area, complete with a flat-screen TV and expansive windows offering panoramic views in all directions.
For those seeking a more independent stay, our apartment offers a cozy haven with a bedroom featuring a double bed, a living area with a sofa bed, and a fully equipped kitchen.
The two cottages each feature three bedrooms with single beds, a dining area equipped with a kitchenette, and a private bathroom.
All rooms are elegantly furnished, boasting new beds and custom-made furniture. Ármót Guesthouse provides complimentary Wi-Fi and parking for all guests. Breakfast is included in the room rates for guests staying in the guesthouse, while those in the apartment or cottages have the option to add breakfast at an additional charge.
The Stables
Ármót Guesthouse is located on Ármót Farm, one of the finest world-class equestrian properties in the country. The Ármot farm is 470 hectares of beautiful grounds renowned for hosting horse competitions, horse shows and horse trainingnd organizing unforgettable riding trips. The farm includes two individual horse stables, with a tack room, lounges, an indoor riding hall, extensive staff quarters and acres of paddocks and fields.
Guests staying at Ármót Guesthouse are free to explore the equestrian property, take a walk through the stables and interact with the horses. It gives guests the experience of authentic Icelandic farm life and the opportunity to get to know Iceland’s finest horses.
Activities
Salmon Angling
Iceland is the ultimate place for anglers to fish for the Atlantic salmon. Iceland is known for its pure rivers, wilderness, and its plentiful wild salmon. Guesthouse is located on the banks of Hólsá, one of Iceland's renowned salmon rivers, making it a well-known destination for salmon anglers.
Ármót Guesthouse is the ideal accommodation for anglers, with the peaceful location right next to the river. Angling in Hólsá and the nearby rivers, requires an angling license that usually needs to be booked well in advance. More information on availability of angling licenses in the region are provided by the angling club: Vefsala - Kolskeggur
Season
From 4.September to 20.October - prime time is from early September to mid-October.
Goose Hunting
A unique outdoor experience - Perfect adventure for groups
Goose hunting in Iceland is a fantastic experience and some type of goose hunting is only possible in Iceland. The type of goose we mostly hunt in Iceland is the Greylag goose and Pink-footed goose. The Ármót farm has corn fields that are specially grown to create the perfect goose hunting conditions and therefore we have a lot of geese in the autumn when the hunting season in Iceland starts. The hunting season starts each year on September 15th when the geese start flying to England for the winter, and usually ends late in November. Prime time for goose hunting in Ármót is from mid-September to mid-October.
Ármót offers a unique goose hunting experience where all service is included, the only thing you need is to bring your license and warm clothing. Accommodation and transport to the cornfields along with an experienced goose hunting guide is included.
We can arrange customized packages to create the outdoorsman's dream vacation and the hunting experience of a lifetime.
Season
From 15. September - 30.November each year.
Included
Accommodation, breakfast, transport and a experienced goose hunting guide.
How to book?
Please send a request to info@armotguesthouse.is - or fill in the contact form at the bottom of the website. Please specify the number of people and what dates you are interested in.
ATV Tours
Combine adventure, adrenaline and captivating natural landscapes.
Embark on an exhilarating Buggy adventure and explore the diverse and captivating landscapes that await. Drive a powerful and fun Buggy vehicle through the stunning Icelandic nature, where you'll discover sights inaccessible by car. Feel the adrenaline rush as you speed through rugged terrain, cross rivers, or climb hills. Depending on the tour you will witness the beauty of glaciers and waterfalls or admire the black sandy beach at the south coast with panoramic views of the Westman Islands. A Buggy adventure offers the perfect opportunity to veer off the beaten path and uncover the hidden gems of Iceland. Contact Ármót Guesthouse today to book your Buggy adventure and experience the thrill of a lifetime!
Duration
From 1,5 hours to a full day.
Included
English speaking guide, an ATV lesson, safety equipment, and protective waterproof clothes, if needed.
How to book?
Please send a request to info@armotguesthouse.is - or fill in the contact form at the bottom of the website. Please specify the number of people and what dates you are interested in.
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See the Northern Lights at Ármót
Ármót Guesthouse is secluded with little light pollution – which makes it the perfect place to see the Northern Lights when they show up.
Location
Ármót Guesthouse is nestled in one of Iceland’s most scenic locations, offering breathtaking views of rivers and mountains. Its surroundings and panoramic vistas are among its distinctive highlights. On clear days, guests can marvel at the volcano Eyjafjallajökull and Mt. Hekla, with views extending to the Westman Islands. This tranquil setting invites guests to experience stunning midnight sunsets in the summer or indulge in stargazing and Northern Lights sightings during the winter season.
Ármót Guesthouse is perfectly situated for travelers exploring South Iceland, with the Golden Circle to the West and iconic attractions like Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, as well as the charming town of Vík, to the East.
Ármót is situated approximately 10 km from the villages of Hvolsvöllur and Hella. If you’re traveling from the west (Reykjavík), you can take the new road just after Hella (Oddi – junction 266). When coming from the east (Vík), the quickest route is to take the Ármót junction (252) just before entering Hvolsvöllur. The final 5 km stretch is still a gravel road, but it’s easy to navigate.
For points of interest, while staying with us, we have prepared this map for you.
For information on sightseeing and excursions in the region we suggest you visit south.is or guidetoiceland.is
An ideal location for travellers
Ármót guesthouse is ideally located for travellers who want to travel around South Iceland.
Why not base your stay at Ármót Guesthouse while exploring South Iceland? From here, you can conveniently reach the region’s major attractions and natural wonders within just a few hours.
Whether it’s the Golden Circle and Thingvellir National Park in the west, the nearby stunning Thórsmörk and famous waterfalls like Seljalandsfoss or Skógafoss, or a day trip to the Westman Islands.
Even destinations like the Glacier Lagoon and Skaftafell National Park in the east are within comfortable driving distance from Ármót Guesthouse.
Distance from Reykjavík
100 km – 1 hour, 20 minutes drive
Distance from Thórsmörk
53 km – 1 hour drive
Distance from Seljalandsfoss waterfall
28 km – 28 minutes drive
Distance from Golden Circle
102 km – 1 hour, 20 minutes drive