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Fosshotel Hekla

3.0 star property
Hotel in Selfoss with 2 hot tubs and a sauna

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Interior
Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Front of property
Fosshotel Hekla offers a rural retreat with authentic Icelandic character. Rejuvenate in the sauna or spa tubs after exploring. Enjoy breakfast and regional specialties at the restaurant. Relax in the garden or library. Free WiFi aids trip planning.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Brjansstadir, Skeida- og Gnupverjahreppi, Selfoss, 801

What's nearby

  • Secret Lagoon - 20 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Urridafoss Waterfall - 20 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Skalholt Cathedral - 23 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Skalholt Historical Site - 23 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Kerid Crater - 44 min drive - 32.5 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Græna Kannan - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Fosshotel Hekla - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bragginn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kaffi Laugagerði - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Herbert & Hommarnir - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Fosshotel Hekla

Hotel in a rural location
At Fosshotel Hekla, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Fosshótel Hekla Restauran, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and a gift shop
  • A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Fosshotel Hekla boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 18 for adults and ISK 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fosshótel Hekla Restauran

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of ISK 3000 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ISK 18 for adults and ISK 9 for children
  • Pet fee: ISK 3000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hekla Hotel
Hekla Selfoss
Hotel Hekla
Hotel Hekla Selfoss
Fosshotel Hekla Hotel Selfoss
Fosshotel Hekla Hotel
Fosshotel Hekla Selfoss
Fosshotel Hekla
Fosshotel Hekla Hotel
Fosshotel Hekla Selfoss
Fosshotel Hekla Hotel Selfoss

Frequently asked questions

Is Fosshotel Hekla pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of ISK 3000 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Fosshotel Hekla?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fosshotel Hekla?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Fosshotel Hekla?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Fosshotel Hekla located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Urridafoss Waterfall, Skalholt Historical Site, and Skalholt Cathedral. Secret Lagoon and The Stone Carvings of Páll Guðmundsson are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Fosshotel Hekla Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 115 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Guy, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
L’ hôtel est bien situé agréable pour voir aurores boréales, petit déjeuner parfait’ les chambres sont un peu vieillottes et bruyantes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location was beautiful and remote. The rooms were lovely, clean and nicely furnished. The bathroom was nice too but the shower curtain was a little moldy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zuzanna and the whole staff treated me like royalty. Small room but great bed and chef. Will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arminas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really cosy!!! There’s also hot tub and sauna free of charge. Really recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Kathrin, Köln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einfache, gepflegte Unterkunft. Nicht sehr modern aber in Ordnung. Liebevoll gemachte Schlüsselanhänger. Für die reine Übernachtung ausreichend und mehr wollten wir nicht daher total ok. Aufgrund sehr hoher Preise des Restaurants haben wir dort nicht gegessen und Vorräte mitgenommen. Es gibt einen kühlschrank und einen wasserkocher. In der Umgebung ausschließlich Natur, man sollte seine Einkäufe daher planen. Restaurant kann ich nicht bewerten da wir es weder zum frühstücken noch zum Abendessen genutzt haben. Tolle Aussicht auf den Vulkan Hekla.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, as expected. Great breakfast choice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel se situant au sud du Cercle d'Or, idéal point de chute pour combiner le Cercle d'Or et la cote sud en deux jours. Parfaitement isolé, idéal pour voir des aurores boréales, si vous avez de la chance d'y séjourner au bon moment. Etablissement qui mériterait peut être un petit rafraichissement, mais c'est propre et fonctionnel, c'est ce que nous recherchions. Petit déjeuner copieux et avec beaucoup de choix. La personne à la réception a été très avenante lors de notre départ, en nous avertissant de fortes rafales de vents sur la cote Sud,.. petite attention très appréciée si vous rencontrez une tempête de vent comme celle que nous avons vécue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very warm at night and hard to control the temperature, but overall it was a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Island zum Kennenlernen

Sehr gute Lage im Süden von Island. Wir hatten 2 Familiensuites. Die Zimmer und Badezimmer waren sehr gross. Bequemes Bett. Wasserkocher mit Tee und Kaffee, kleiner Kühlschrank im Zimmer. Badezimmer mit Dusche und Fön. Leider ohne Schminkspiegel. Frühstücksbuffet mit Salzigem und Süssem (auch Waffeln zum selber machen :-)). Selber gemachter Hauskuchen und Brot. Feine Butter. Abendessen à la carte ziemlich teuer und kleine Auswahl.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property and the surrounding region are both beautiful and great for exploring. The hotel itself was incredible - the staff were friendly, the bed was very comfortable, the ammenities were new, and the hot tub was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Val, Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, amazing breakfast, great sauna and spa. The place was well located and very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hot tub for viewing the Northern Lights. The restaurant was excellent, too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

paid for 2 nights, left after 1. Do not recommend

This hotel is in a beautiful location along the Golden Circle and close to the bigger town of Selfoss. The hotel itself is in desperate need of renovation and repair. Our room was tiny, with extremely old furniture, no bathroom space to even brush your teeth and a weird shower combination that left the entire bathroom floor wet. Just touching the greasy remote for the television was disgusting. We booked and paid for two nights and we were so unhappy that we left after the first night, losing our second night's payment. For the money, this hotel is well below the standards of any hotel we stayed in Iceland. The pictures on the website depict modern rooms with nice furniture, which was obviously nothing like our room. The breakfast was fine. The staff were not necessarily rude, but were definitely not friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall it was good. The remote for the tv did not work. There should really be a phone in the rook, in case for emergencies. This is a great place to stay if you want to stay outside of the city!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Serafin, MADRID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Digno de un Fosshotel

Agradable y tranquilo hotel cerca de el Circulo Dorado , la habitación impecable, la mas grande de todo mi circuito que agradezco sobre manera al ser tres personas. Habitacion calentita con buen baño- El personal atento y agradable, el desayuno bueno. Para nosotros lo catalogamos en 2º lugar de nuestra visita a la isla, el primero el fosshotel Myvatn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our first room was older and had a bad smell. Luckily the front desk attendant moved us with no problem to another room that was newer and had no smell. Good hotel and had a nice restaurant with a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in the suite. It was fantastic. Clean. All amenities needed. Staff were extremely helpful and courteous. Even the food in the restaurant was wonderful. Location is great with horses and mountains all around. Great location for viewing northern lights!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Frustrating stay

This previously family owned property has many things in its favour but still a way to go to offer a consistent experience to its customers. It is located well to visit key local attractions, we were welcomed professionally and liked the times we used the bar area. The dining area décor is good and the evening meal menu ok (but not good enough to be tempted to eat there twice. Unfortunately the quality of the room was well below average. 1970s style work furniture and a small rather musty smelling bathroom really soured the experience, despite there being tea and coffee making facilities which was a bonus compared to other properties we used. The shower temperature was very unreliable too despite supposedly being thermostatically controlled. Breakfast was generally good but if we ate later in the morning some choices were no longer available such as fruit and yogurt. By our third and final day the only fruit on offer was rather brown-coloured apple hacked into chunks! It was a frustrating stay - hopefully, over time, they will address the issues with the hotel as it has so much potential
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff made a nice experience! Rooms were comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

simona, New York City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Design hotel in the beauty of Southern Region

The hotel has a great look, positions itself beautifully within the surroundings. The design inside is sleek. The rooms are comfortable, have modern look and offer the amenities you would expect from a boutique hotel. Great communal areas, too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice hotel in the country

Stay in the suite; it is fantastic. Hotel staff were super and friendly. Breakfast was very good. Only drawback was it is located far from the main cities in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Breakfast was very good. The rest of the stay was rather underwhelming, would have liked to know that the front desk did not have staffing after a certain hour. Also, the pictures of the rooms that were posted did not reflect the actual rooms. Would suggest also posting the rooms that aren’t updated so that guests know what they are getting in to
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

불편한 침대

침대매트리스가 작고 오래되어 제기능을 못함 온천이 있지만 사우나는 고장나고 분위기가 썰렁함 조식중 커피머신이 고장나서 클레임 건 사람만 바에서 커피 만들어다 줌. 포스호텔 이름을 보고 가기엔 매우 아쉬운 숙소입니다.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel with splendid breakfast

Fosshotel Hekla was a great experience - staff was friendly, rooms were large and clean albeit a bit cold. I had dinner and breakfast at the hotel and was blown away both times.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Rosila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

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