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Hótel Skálholt

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Skalholt Historical Site

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Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Standard Double or Twin Room
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Interior

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$388
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Skálholt, Bláskógabyggd, Selfoss, 806
  • Skalholt Historical Site
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Skalholt Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Laugarvatn Fontana
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic House

Classic House

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bláskógabyggd

At Hótel Skálholt, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Skalholt Historical Site and 19.2 km (11.9 mi) from Brúarfoss. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The bistro, Hvönn Restaurant, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Bláskógabyggd hotel include Laugarvatn Fontana and Geysir Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Skalholt Historical Site - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Skalholt Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Brúarfoss - 24 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Laugarvatn Fontana - 24 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Geysir Hot Springs - 32 min drive - 37.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Friðheimar Greenhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café Mika - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Græna Kannan - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kaffi Sel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Skalholt Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hótel Skálholt

Hotel with free parking, steps from Skalholt Historical Site
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1399 square feet (130 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hótel Skálholt. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Bláskógabyggd hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 1399 sq ft of conference space
  • 130 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hótel Skálholt offers 18 accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. This Bláskógabyggd hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English, Icelandic

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,900 for adults and ISK 1,900 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hvönn Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Highchair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,399 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 23 January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2900 for adults and from ISK 1900 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hótel Skálholt Hotel
Hótel Skálholt Bláskógabyggd
Hótel Skálholt Hotel Bláskógabyggd

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hótel Skálholt?

Hótel Skálholt offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hótel Skálholt?

As of 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hótel Skálholt on 19 Aug 2025 start from AU$387.80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hótel Skálholt?

Yep, Hótel Skálholt has a free self car park.

Is Hótel Skálholt family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hótel Skálholt is a hit with families.

Does Hótel Skálholt serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hótel Skálholt?

No, Hótel Skálholt does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hótel Skálholt?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hótel Skálholt?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hótel Skálholt?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hótel Skálholt Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely comfortable and clean hotel. Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

Great Hotel and staff

The hotel was nice, had hot tubs, a bar and restaurant. The rooms were nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We ate at the restaurant, opting to try all of the sharing board options which were all great. The Mushroom Soup main was also lovely. Great hotel and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zorina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay at the beautiful hotel remotely located in nature. It had a wonderful breakfast and staff were friendly. Accessibility: There are a series of a few small steps on the main floor which make it difficult when traveling with a stroller and luggage. There is a back door that is accessible with no stairs involved. It has access to the rooms located at the end of the hotel. Perhaps guests with children can request a room at the end near the back door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dah

Staff and foods here are amazing definitely would recommend to anyone:)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall pretty good stay here! A bit of an older building that seems to have gotten a few facelifts. The room was clean and comfortable, but had a bit of an odd smell to it. The staff were friendly and helpful. Great spread for breakfast - glad I added it on. Hot tub was awesome and you could probably see the Northern Lights while in it. Unfortunately it was quite wet and cloudy during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very disappointed to get to the hotel and find out they had been trying the credit card that I held the property with. It was supposed to be a pay upon arrival and they charged my credit card two days early. My understanding of pay upon arrival is that you pay upon arrival. Other than that, a very nice hotel other than the fact the breakfast is much too expensive for what you receive. I’ve stayed in many many hotels in Iceland and this is one I will most likely, not return to because of the reason stated above. Not cool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was duch a cute plsce to stay! I loved the room, the restaurant, the staff, the area, and being able to see the Northern Lights from the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

patricia

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

Very nice hotel

Very nice hotel. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was a good size, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a gorgeous setting, with big, bright rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unexpected gem. The hotel room was pretty small and unremarkable, but it was clean and comfortable. I got the best night's sleep of my trip so far. The surprise was the church museum on the grounds and the extensive history of this location going back 1000 years. Fascinating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina

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

Wonderful hotel - highly recommended!

Fantastic hotel with quirky decor, a greenhouse style restaurant (complete with bougainvillea!) and delicious food - we loved the home make Kampuchea!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean with lots of natural light. The restaurant was nice and breakfast was available for purchase.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and staff for a quiet and relaxing stay. Plenty of parking and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and stay all around. Staff are very engaging and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just in a heart of the Golden circle
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matheus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! Small, simple, but extremely cozy with delicious breakfast and very kind staff! Hope to stay there again when in Iceland again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslav

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
It was fantastic stay. Very functional. Really enjoyed stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Hotel to Ourselves

The hotel is very remote, but quite comfortable. It has a meandering floor plan with a couple cozy common rooms. No TV in the bedroom, but there was one in the common room that got a few channels. We felt like we had the hotel to ourselves, because for the most part we did. Because the hotel is so remote, we had dinner at the hotel restaurant. The ambience there was wonderful, but dinner was pricey!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly, centrally located for the golden circle, clean simple rooms, shower with great water pressure, and the dinner we had there was fantastic (but it's only on weekends during the off season). Perfect for our trip going to places around the golden circle area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023