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Guesthouse Vatnsholt

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse in Selfoss with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Classic House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Valley View | Living room | Foosball, books
Standard Cabin | View from room
Classic House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Valley View | Living room | Foosball, books
Children's play area - outdoor
Lobby sitting area
Nestled near Urridafoss Waterfall, Guesthouse Vatnsholt offers a lively retreat with concerts and live shows, an arcade/game room, and happy hour at the on-site restaurant. Unwind with ecotours or hiking/biking adventures, then enjoy buffet breakfast options or try your luck at the billiards/pool table. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Communal living room
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Gift shops/newsstands

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$114 nightly
The total price is $134
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 172 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 140 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Select Comfort bed
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom (for 6 people)

Family Room, Private Bathroom (for 6 people) | Living area | Foosball, books

Family Room, Private Bathroom (for 6 people)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom (for 4 people) | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom (for 4 people)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View (Basement) | Living room | Foosball, books

Comfort Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View (Basement)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 646 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Standard Cabin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Valley View

Classic House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Valley View | Living room | Foosball, books

Classic House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Valley View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 969 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, WiFi

Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Vatnsholti 2, Villingaholt, Selfoss, 801

What's nearby

  • Selfoss Church - 20 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Urridafoss Waterfall - 20 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Turf House - 21 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Knarraros Lighthouse - 30 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Kerid Crater - 33 min drive - 37.1 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 63 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪krían sveitakrá - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kaffi Vöðlakot - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Café María - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bookkaffi - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Guesthouse Vatnsholt

Guesthouse Vatnsholt is a great choice for a stay in Selfoss. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Vatnsholt Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Icelandic, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Foosball
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Dock
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Vatnsholt Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Blind Raven - This theme restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Summer Restaurant - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for EUR 1 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 8 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chairs

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - 630493-2349
Property Registration Number 6304932349

Also known as

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Vatnsholt Guest House
Vatnsholt Guest House Villingaholt
Vatnsholt Villingaholt
Vatnsholt Guest House Selfoss
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Frequently asked questions

Does Guesthouse Vatnsholt offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Guesthouse Vatnsholt does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Vatnsholt?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Guesthouse Vatnsholt?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Guesthouse Vatnsholt?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Guesthouse Vatnsholt and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Guesthouse Vatnsholt?

Yes, Vatnsholt Restaurant offers international cuisine.

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Guesthouse Vatnsholt Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Breakfast
Location
View
Horses
Restaurant
Food
Cabin
Amenities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was described as hearty, delicious, and not overly expensive with a variety of options including waffles. (9 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served excellent dinner and the dining area was very nice. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location and excellent lodging facilities. The play area is great for the kids. Loved our stay here
Chaitanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Our room was excellent! Perfect to rest after a long day of hiking and walking
Hugo, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Delicious food but selection limited. Bed is neat and soft.
Rong, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

If you like to live in farm
DARSHANA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A scenic property in the wilderness of Iceland.
Nitin, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had excellent and helpful service. The rooms were clean and quiet and just what we needed for the night.
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property was super clean and comfortable. The staff was so nice and accommodating. Thank you
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Jáchym, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great quite place to stay
xuefang, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great spot, cottage was a nice stay!
Jasmin, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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Stefanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Olivier, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and clean place to stay
Liliia, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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!
Milos, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

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.
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely and clean, quiet location and very relaxed!
Alice, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Basic but very clean and well cared for accommodation. Great base for exploring the area and Golden Circle .
Lynne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff...good food
harry, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

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.
Juanita, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The location and surrounding are very peaceful.
Srinivas, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place to stay , totally recommend
Allan, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Friendly staff, comfortable bed
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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!
Jacqueline, 1-night trip