Vatnsholt

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2025

Juan Sebastian

Cozy environment and really friendly staff. We had a great time and felt very welcome during our stay!

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2025

Molly

Parking was easy, staff was friendly, space was quiet!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Nimalraj

Great place to stay, safe and quiet. Nearby to urridafoss. Rooms are a bit small, however the overstay is good.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2025

Adam

Rooms are very comfy and the facilities are well maintained. Had the opportunity to stay here on two occasions in Iceland and would highly recommend to other travelers. Also, got some great pics of the northern lights here!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

Arleen

It was in a great location for our daily explorations. The staff was particularly helpful, the room was very nice and the bed is very comfortable. Great pizza!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

Donna

Everything was wonderful! The buffet breakfast was great and the staff was so welcoming. The lounge area and dining room were nice to have since there aren’t a lot of places to eat in the area.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

Benedetto

Kind Staff

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2025

Benjamin

I was impressed by the solitude of the area and the hotel. We arrived from the chaos of Rome, had a smooth check in with a friendly clerk, and went to sleep in a very comfortable bed. Woke to a lovely morning... sunrise, total quietness. Highly recommend this place even if it's a ways off the beaten track. About one hour 35 minutes from the airport. Worth the drive.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Sep 2025

Arlene

Be careful when booking that you note whether you are getting the beds you want. We ended up with twin beds and aren’t sure how that happened. The facilities were basic and the grounds had lovely views.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2025

Hardik

We stayed at Hotel Vatnsholt for one night and had a really pleasant experience. The staff were very welcoming and helpful – we arrived late in the evening, and they took time to explain everything clearly: the common areas (with games available until 11 pm), the breakfast setup, and then directed us to our room.

A really nice touch was the free hot chocolate and coffee machine in the common area, available from 7 am to 11 pm. The staff even helped us heat up our own food and kindly provided cutlery from the restaurant so we could eat in the common area.

Breakfast the next morning (15 EUR per person) was excellent with a wide variety – cereals, nuts, seeds, spreads, fresh bread, cheese, waffles, jams, and also meat options. Definitely worth it.

Our room was comfortable, with shared bathrooms (shared between 2–3 rooms at most), and the location in the converted barn was unique and charming. Unfortunately, we didn’t get time to meet their horses, but that’s a great reason to return.

Overall, a very friendly place with great facilities and a homely atmosphere. Highly recommend for a comfortable countryside stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2025

Aliasgar

Our family of four, with two young children (5 and 10), had an unforgettable stay at Guesthouse Vatnsholt. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the location — set amidst serene Icelandic farms, with sweeping views that felt like a postcard come to life. It’s perfectly situated for exploring both the Golden Circle and the South Coast, making day trips easy and stress-free.

Our room was spotless, comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged, with windows framing the most breathtaking views. Waking up to that scenery each morning was pure magic.

The hospitality here is truly extraordinary — warm, genuine, and attentive without ever feeling intrusive. The staff made us feel like welcomed guests in their home, and their kindness toward our children was especially touching.

The kids were in heaven — spending time in the playground and delighting in watching the beautiful horses at a nearby farm. It gave them space to play and explore while we soaked in the peaceful surroundings.

Guesthouse Vatnsholt is more than just a place to stay — it’s an experience that blends comfort, nature, and Icelandic charm. We left with full hearts, wonderful memories, and a strong desire to return. Highly recommended for families looking for a cozy, scenic, and welcoming base in Iceland.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Aug 2025

Kyle

After a hard day of travel and issues with the first and second hotels the guesthouse was an excellent surprise. Stay here for two nights because the area is lovely with horses outside waking me up - nice surprise and not guaranteed. I don’t say a place is lovely that often. People that work there are so nice and I wish I could have stayed 2 nights. I also stay at 5 star hotels and this is at most a 2 star but it is an absolute gem compared to what we dealt with in Reykjavík. Marriott needs to get in Reykjavik. Apologize for the griping. Stay at this place and you will be happy. Bring your breakfast because it’s sparse, but this hotel saved our trip.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2025

Jing

Good everything and everybody.

Friends_and_family Friends

4/10

Poor

26 Aug 2025

Katelyn

This property was not our favorite. The room was tiny for our family of 4 - we almost couldn’t fit our luggage in the room and walk to and from the bathroom. It was also in a basement and full of flies. Every time other guests opened or closed a door our door rattled loudly waking us up. The pictures from the other rooms in this property look very nice- I am wondering if we just got a dud. Maybe just avoid the quadruple room with a private bath. Otherwise, the property was nice. Our kids enjoyed the park and the breakfast buffet was ok. We were glad we only had one night to spend here.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

David

We loved staying here for our trip to Iceland! So quiet and peaceful. Away from everything. The restaurant was great and super convenient. We will definitely stay there again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Julia

Lovely view. Clean spacious room

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2025

Justin

10/10 Would recommend!

Our stay here was amazing, we didn’t know what to expect but this place is Amazing!!!! The room was great! The lobby has a common area that included a pool table, a bar on site, and a foosball table. After seeing Icelandic horses all day along the roads it was a real pleasure to visit the neighboring farms horses located along the private toad leading to the property.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2025

Rong

Delicious food but selection limited. Bed is neat and soft.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2025

Adam

Cozy getaway

Very friendly staff, free coffee for guests, really good pizza, game room with pool table and quiet location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2025

Chaitanya

Beautiful location and excellent lodging facilities. The play area is great for the kids. Loved our stay here

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2025

DARSHANA

If you like to live in farm

Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2025

Heather

Had to book overnight at the last minute, my husband had an unexpected medical issue and we needed a place close to the hospital for the evening. We arrived at the property at 11:15 pm, and even thought the reception area was closed, the staff had left instructions addressed to me attached to the front door to the lobby. My room was clean, it was a little on the warm side even after opening the windows, but at that point I was grateful to just have a place for the night. The breakfast, although not free, was delicious and everything was very fresh. Fortunately we were able to continue our trip the next morning after my husband was discharged, but I will remember this lodge for our next trip to Iceland.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2025

Milos

We stayed for two nights and had a truly enjoyable experience. The location is perfect for exploring both the Golden Circle and the southern coast—making it an ideal base for day trips. The peaceful surroundings, complete with open fields and horses grazing nearby, added a special charm to our stay.

The hotel itself is very quiet, which made for restful nights in the incredibly comfortable beds. One of the highlights was the warm and welcoming staff. Even though we arrived late—after the restaurant had already closed—they still prepared food for us, which we really appreciated.

The only minor downside was the size of the bathroom—it was quite small. However, this didn’t detract much from the overall experience.

Highly recommended for those seeking a calm and cozy place in a stunning location!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2025

Lisa

Place was cute and clean. Was exactly as pictured.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Nitin

A scenic property in the wilderness of Iceland.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2025

Hugo

Our room was excellent! Perfect to rest after a long day of hiking and walking

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2025

ROBERT

This was a perfectly acceptable place for the night. It is all new, very clean, and comfortable. The rooms are a one room studio style arrangement with a little desk to one side and an enclosed bathroom. It is all completely functional, however, the space is tight. There is a small common room right at the entrance to the building, which can seat about 5 people.

Partner

2/10

Poor

29 Jun 2025

Juanita

The room was was small, walls were paper thin. Could hear the people in another room/ apartment talking/swearing. Children were hollering and pounding on their door. Bed linens were dirty and flies were in the room. They did upgraded us to another room,but that was not much better. Well off the main road. We ended up leaving. Would not recommend.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2025

Stephen

We enjoyed our stay here. Although it was nothing fancy, it was clean and had everything you needed. The staff was extremely friendly. The best part was the horses and foals right outside your doorstep.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2025

Mini Angel

Our stay at Guesthouse Vatnsholt was nothing short of exceptional! From the moment we arrived, Phillip welcomed us with such warmth and cheerfulness—his hospitality truly made us feel at home.

Highlights of our stay:
- Impeccable Cleanliness:Our room was spotless, with fresh sheets and a full set of towels (bath, hand, and face towels). The attention to detail was impressive!
- Thoughtful Amenities: We loved the provided shower gel/shampoo, hair dryer, and especially the complimentary eye masks and slippers — a cozy touch we didn’t expect!
- Tranquil Atmosphere: The rooms were very quiet, ensuring a restful sleep after days of exploring Iceland’s beauty.
- Charming Surroundings: Arriving to a scene of Icelandic horses grazing in the open field right outside the property was magical—a postcard-worthy view!
- Great Facilities: The community room was perfect for relaxing, and the on-site restaurant offered delicious meals, and free coffee/choco. Free parking was a convenient bonus too.
- Breakfast Option: The buffet breakfast (available for a fee) was hearty and a great way to start the day.

Guesthouse Vatnsholt exceeded all expectations—a gem of a place with heartwarming service and every comfort considered. We’d return in a heartbeat!

Thank you, Phillip and team, for making our stay unforgettable!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Jun 2025

Stefanie

N

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2025

Pamela

The property was super clean and comfortable. The staff was so nice and accommodating. Thank you

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2025

Amy

Stayed in one of the brown cottages. Small but has everything you need and convenient location for the golden circle / onward trip to Vic. Pool tables in reception along with a free coffee machine.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

MARIA SALUD

Easy check in and out. Very clean. Great location. Friendly staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Robert

Really nice property. Staff was super helpful when we arrived after hours and room code wasn't working. Quickly responded to our late night call. Good location for the South Coast.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

23 May 2025

Liaoyuan

They didn’t have any thing inside,such as tea coffe or hot pot

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2025

Melanie

We had excellent and helpful service. The rooms were clean and quiet and just what we needed for the night.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2025

Jáchym

One night stay

Our one night stay in Vantsholt was very nice and calm. Staff was very friendly. Common room was great for just sit, relax and enjoy coffee or tea which were free. Rooms were clean with very nice view to the nature.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2025

Olivier

A clean, homey stay. The food in the restaurant is amazing (kudos to the chef!) and the rooms feel like entering a good childhood memory. The staff is surprisingly young and sweet. Highly recommend.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2025

Olesya

.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2025

Brian

The staff were the best part of the stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2024

Jacqueline

The place was cozy, and I really appreciated that it had everything I needed. Its proximity to the next town, combined with great views and a quiet atmosphere, made it an ideal getaway.

Thankful for the wonderful experience!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2024

xuefang

Great quite place to stay

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Nov 2024

Jasmin

Great spot, cottage was a nice stay!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2024

Diana

Great spot for families

We stayed in a family room with a double bed and two twin beds which worked great for our family of four. The property has a nice playground which my kids really enjoyed. They also have a social room with pool table, football table, couches and tv/dvd collection. The staff were very helpful and they have coffee, tea and hot chocolate readily available for guests.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Nov 2024

KEVIN

We booked this place since it is located in a remote area, away from light pollution. We saw aurora borealis both nights, and it was great. :)

Just to set your expectations - the hotel is basically more like a farm, with the central building where you have common facilities (the free coffee is great) and then there are barracks around it - our room was in one of those.

We got into the room with the code the hotel sent us - you should type it on a keypad which is on the door handle. Very convenient! The room was small but nice & clean. Very important to mention is that there is little to none isolation, so although the heating was on maximum, the room was so cold we slept fully dressed. The next day we accidentally found an additional small electric heater somewhere outside, so we brought that in. Ideally I'd imagine that someone would check the temperature when they set up the room and get that heater preventively in.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2024

Helmut

Super nice personal, excellent chef and affordable.
Accommodating.
You will see the Northern light from the parking lot!
It’s very remote which helps to see the Aurora and it’s super quite

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2024

Alice

Lovely and clean, quiet location and very relaxed!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2024

Lynne

Basic but very clean and well cared for accommodation. Great base for exploring the area and Golden Circle .

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2024

Varun

We loved our experience here. This was located in a remote farm that provided peace and solitude. The facilities were extremely well maintained.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 Sep 2024

Liliana

Very friendly staff. Shared bathrooms have enough room to provide a cubby for each room. Would be good option to provide so we aren’t carrying toiletries back and forth.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2024

Douglas

Beautiful estate, quaint charming and pleasant vibes

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

The hotel is a farm stay in a very quiet countryside. They provide earplugs in case you are a light sleeper and the neighing horses bother your sleep at night. The room and attached bath were clean and spacious. No amenities like a coffee machine but they provide free coffee at the restaurant!

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2024

Jorge

Thank you for all the assistance I also enjoyed the game room

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Sep 2024

Nisha

Staff was very helpful and provided us with in room kettle. Overall very good experience for a one night stay. Nice peaceful location!!!

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2024

Zeila

This property is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! My morning view was breathtaking. The staff was very friendly. We arrived late and they left a note at the reception door with instructions just for us which made our check in smoother. Room neat and clean as well as the bathroom. I will definitively book this one again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2024

Alejandra

Great stay and within reasonable distance to town. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was cozy.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2024

Pablo

Very good

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2024

Ashleigh

This place was great and even though there was only one bathroom in the unit, there was another full bathroom outside the main door that we also had access to.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2024

Susanne

in country, very quiet.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2024

Nicole

Friendly staff. Good breakfast. Beautiful property. Comfy bed. Great location

Partner

4/10

Poor

15 Aug 2024

Rana

Very small room, beds uncomfortable, poor service

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2024

Grace

Not value for money, far away from convenient store and restaurant

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2024

Liliia

Very nice and clean place to stay

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2024

Srinivas

The location and surrounding are very peaceful.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2024

bartholomew

Cute, simple.

Stayed in one of the little cabins. It worked great for us. Out in the country, very relaxing. Free coffee in the mornings. We weren't big fans of what we ate in the restaurant. I'd recommend eating in town.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jul 2024

Andre

A good honest farmhouse in the fields (15min drive from Selfoss) with a nice restaurant on the premises.
The rooms are a bit small and the pictures are well manicured.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

09 Jul 2024

Dong

Will not stay here again. the room is very small under half basement.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2024

Courtney

A few miles off the ring road out in the quiet countryside.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2024

harry

Great staff...good food

8/10

Excellent

01 Jul 2024

Sumathi

Very convenient for a quick stop for a day! Room was a little small for our family of 5 but we managed since it was only a day. Food was wonderful and they even did our laundry for us!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2024

Luisa

Cute little stay!

The Vatnsholt guest house was perfect! It was such a great place to stay after doing the golden circle and wanting to head out to Vik the next day to explore and see the waterfalls. Yes, it is true, it is small, but I don't think you need much else. Its the cutest little thing with a beautiful view. Comfy and cozy bed, clean bathroom, slippers, towels, and linens provided. I recommend this to anyone / 2 people looking for a place to stay the night. We skipped the breakfast but I'm sure its good! the staff was also very nice. :)

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2024

Paul

Friendly staff, comfortable bed

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2024

Maria

Although the cabins were tiny it served its purpose for viewing the northern lights and the staff were exceptionally friendly. It is pretty far from any other sites retauraunts etc..

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2024

Ferjanti

The reception staff moved me to another smaller room without any clear reason, even though they have sent me the room # and key box code of the first room to my email. Hope they can improve their service in the future.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

29 Dec 2023

fushuang

The place is great, and the staff was wonderful. We checked in on christmas eve, and they offered icelandic dinner buffet which was great.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Nov 2023

Gary

Good for a 1 night stay

The room was clean and the bed fine. But the room was small; my wife and i took turns opening our suitcases. Location was nice, but a little ways out of Selfoss.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Nov 2023

Jui Khoon

No more hot water after 2 persons done their bathing

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2023

stuart

Nice little hotel, got to see the northern lights

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2023

Dorota

Clean, quiet, warm, tea/coffee/juice/water available till 23:00, friendly and helpful staff, good value for money. There's a table/chair in the room.

With two single beds located in two different corners of the room, only one had access to a socket (no use of the little lamp near the bed, no chance to charge your phone near the bed).
The reception and common area with tea and coffee are in a different building than the rooms. So I would really appreciate a kettle and mugs in a room or at least in the buildings where the rooms are. This would make sense when you arrive after 23:00 or when the weather's terrible.

6/10

Pleasant

23 Oct 2023

Fatma

Dissatisfied

The double room booked was very small and misleading from the pictures, it felt like a small cabin.

The room booking stated a queen sized bed, however I got two small beds pushed together.

The bathroom facilities were not great.

I would not stay here again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2023

Raheel

Friendly staff.

This place offers nice, clean rooms, and a decent chill space should you wish to hangout with your friends.

Parking is great here! Tons of space to park!

Breakfast was solid too. They offered waffles!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2023

Yesenia

Perfect stay when you are on the road

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2023

Nicole

Very quiet and nice clean bathrooms

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2023

Manuel

I booked 7 hotels around Iceland and this was the only one comparable to a Fosshotel. Service is fantastic!.. friendly staff, property is cute, the even give you an eye mask and slippers!
Definitely this was the best value for money.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2023

Michelle

Very quaint hotel with wonderful staff

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2023

Alissa

Room was small but nice. The main building had a really cool lounge/rec area with a pool table, foosball table, games, tv, couches, etc. it was a cool vibe. The restaurant was also very good.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

05 Sep 2023

Gary

Stayed here to save some money in Selfoss area. Booked room with private bath and it was comfortable but the farm is about 20 mins out of the city.

Rooms are not ventilated unless you open windows- but you are on a horse farm. If ever there was a reason for a European hotel to have screens on their windows - this is it. Flies are common.

Staff were excellent - the young lady checking us in ensured that were clear on where our room as and escorted us to our room. Breakfast buffet was serviceable but nothing special. Again, the staff were the highpoint of the breakfast.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

21 Aug 2023

SUSAN

room was so tiny. MAYBE 8’ wide and without any comforts at all

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2023

Allan

Nice place to stay , totally recommend

Business

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2023

Edward

This place was fantastic. It was a great halfway point for us on our way to Vik from Reykjavik. The reception and dining hall was great and full of people singing, eating, drinking when we pulled up late at night. It was so much fun. We had a great 3 bedroom 1 bath lodging for our party and it was wonderful. They even include branded slippers, eye masks for sleep, and earplugs. Although, we didn't require them as the rooms had adequate room darkening blinds. Highly recommend!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2023

Sitki

Beautiful farmhouse

We loved this place to pieces. It is a working farm where locals go for vacation. Very down to earth, wide open spaces, at home feeling. Had a great time meeting and bonding with other guests in the common room. Good food, great vibes. Definitely not Citi luxury, it’s country charm.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Aug 2023

Jan

The property is on the old side and could use a refurbishing, but overall it is fine. The rooms are basic, but clean and functional. The outdoor area is really nice. There are horses, a playground and they had a cool inflatable air slide set up. Food is also good.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2023

Nakjoo

Beautiful surounding in the middle of the pasture landscape and very nice to stay

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2023

Scott

Nice farm setting.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2023

Amelia

The young people who were working during our stay were extremely friendly and helpful. The guesthouse has a lot of nice amenities like a common room that people can hang out in with a pool table, dart boards, comfortable couches and turtles. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate are available all day. The room we stayed in was clean and comfortable. The location was perfect for our exploration of the Golden Circle. Overall, a great stay!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2023

Catherine

Appears to be a converted farm, beautiful lands. Room had the best light control so we could really sleep well. Space was tight though, difficult to move around bed.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2023

Eric

Our little cottage was terrific. Clean and just as described. Staff were friendly and nice.

Partner

2/10

Poor

20 Jun 2023

James

Didn’t give us the right room

Booked for 6 people. Gave us a place for four people max. We showed up Kate and they had obviously given our room to someone else even though we paid for it months ago. Two people slept on the floor and saw a cockroach.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Jun 2023

gillian

Very cute cabin, comfortable and cozy. Great breakfast. Off the beaten path

Partner