3 star hotels in Iceland

Quite remote along the south route. They have many full handicap rooms that are wheelchair accessible. Great bathrooms for a handicapped individual. Food is good.

Very good stay. The hotel was very clean, hospitality was excellent, and check-in and check-out were smooth. Highly recommended. Experienced the Aurora Borealis with friends, but it was only faintly visible☺️

Newly renovated rooms. Perfect spot to catch the Northern lights. Had dinner, the waiters are helpfull and friendly. Overall great place to stay at the Southern Iceland.

I was asked to use my credit card upon check-in, but upon check-out the next day, they charged me 40,000 kronor (the room fee had already been paid online). I only found out by checking my credit card statement. I contacted Ctrip customer service, and the hotel claimed it was a fine for smoking, but I hadn't smoked at all. The hotel later said they had mixed up the room and refunded the money a few...

Spacious room. Good price to value

The room was clean and well-insulated, with good heating. The shower and toilet were separate, and there was even a clothes dryer, which was very satisfactory. Environment: The view of the majestic and beautiful mountain peaks outside the window was like a painting hanging on the window. The breakfast was also good.

It was alright. Parking was convenient and there were some popular (Instagrammable) restaurants nearby.

Right by the sea, the views are fantastic. The room facilities are a bit dated, but the overall decor is cozy and inviting.

This hotel is located in Höfn, about 500km from Reykjavik Airport. We arrived late at night, but the hotel staff were warm and welcoming. The facilities inside were also satisfactory.

Facilities: Very good, the heating was excellent. No elevator though. Hygiene: Clean, hygienic, and well-maintained. Environment: Great location, right by the sea with ocean views. Service: The front desk manager was very welcoming and thoughtful during check-in, even helping guests with their luggage. However, the housekeeping department was poor. They unauthorizedly opened and discarded items that...

I don't recommend getting breakfast, it's really bad. Everything else is fine.

The room was clean and comfortable, the location was easy to find, and parking was convenient right in front of the lobby entrance. The front desk staff were polite and provided good service.

The location is good, close to the geyser and the Golden Falls. The hotel is average (I think it's a motel)

Location/Transportation: The prime location in the Golden Circle. When you drive out of the hotel, you will see Geyser, Blue River, and Volcanic Lake on the left, and Golden Falls on the right. They are not far away. Lobby/Front Desk: Good service Room: Clean, tidy and spacious Hygiene: Very good Breakfast: Very rich Facilities: Shampoo and conditioner are available

A hotel with nice breakfast and friendly staff

A short stay here, dinner and breakfast were nice;)

Great experience delicious food even saw the northern lights from our room!

Overall satisfied, especially the restaurant view is great

This place - just Ticks all the boxes. Spot on location that sets you off for beet start ato any direction. Beautifully placed, conveniently close to the main road but far enough to be quiet and peaceful. Fantastic, tasty and all-you-need breakfast. Simple but very comfortable rooms, very comfy beds and good space in the room. And the Staff are made of stars and they’d shine your stay all the way...

We stayed overnight in this beautiful inn as part of our multi day tour package. The location is like in the middle of nowhere but wonderful open area perfect for star gazing Rooms are small but good for 2 people. Rooms are decent, clean and comfortable however the shower area and toilet area are divided only by a shower curtain. They also have a beautiful breakfast area overlooking the hills. The...

A simple and practical accommodation option near Hvolsvöllur, making it convenient for travelers exploring Iceland’s South Coast or visiting nearby sites like Drangurinn í Drangshlíð and Skógafoss. The location is a key highlight, with easy access to major natural attractions while still offering a quieter setting away from the main tourist hubs. Rooms are modest and straightforward, more about functionality...

Room is very basic. No tv. No phone. Warm. Amenities are very basic. Stopped here one night with tour. Clean. Area around hotel is beautiful. Mountains and sheep are pleasant to see.

This place is simple but lovely, and the only reason it doesn't have a perfect rating from me is largely due to factors outside of the hotel's control (mainly location - there's nothing around, and you need to drive everywhere). The instructions for self-check in were clear and the process was smooth. The beds in the room could easily be pushed together for couples, or kept separate. We did have to...

We booked 3 rooms for our family for 2 nights. Our stay was comfortable and clean - no frills, kind of place. The location is convenient for exploring Vík and Skogar, which we used as our 2-day base. Breakfast was great, a nice buffet of everything. We liked that they kept the coffee and tea bar open to enjoy all day and we used the lobby sitting area for playing board games (they have some there...

- the location was very good for sightseeing - the staff was very friendly - good breakfast with good times - good dinner with good fish - can hear the sound of the neighboor rooms very loud - the room was clean

We spent one night here after a long day of travel arriving in Iceland and sightseeing on the Golden Circle. The hotel is located in the country 25 minutes north of Selfoss. The interior was a bit dated with some carpet that needs to be replaced. But this hotel has 2 nice hot tubs and a sauna. We ate dinner and breakfast here as we were tired and far from town. Both meals were excellent. Our...

Great touring base. Rooms need an upgrade but it was comfortable and everything worked well. No complaints just a bit basic. Food was great if a tad pricey. The location was good for touring south Iceland

We were supposed to stay at their sister hotel, Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon but were unable to keep our reservation due to road closures and weather. This is the hotel we were transferred to. I would describe our experience here as average. It would be much nicer if the hot tubs were indoor as it can be quite cold in the winter months to sit in water that is only 40 degrees celsius. The hot tubs also...

Exactly what our family needed: a family room for four. Bonus: the room has two bedrooms with two televisions, robes for everyone to use, soap, shampoo, conditioner, mini refrigerator. Diverse breakfast buffet. The chef made the bacon perfectly and the hard-boiled eggs also showed expertise in breakfast-making. We enjoyed the dinner. Kids’ meals are a very good value. Adult choices were chicken...

The hotel did not disappoint. We went there looking for some peace in quiet in a cosy place, surrounded by nature - and that's what we got. The landscape is great and you can see Hekla in the distance. There is a fire place in the bar-lounge area and that makes for a great evening experience. Two hot-tubs and a sauna also on premises. Hot tubs are quite big and have 2 different temperatures, which...

Excellent stay at Hotel Valaskjálf! The hotel is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with well-appointed rooms that make it easy to relax after a day of sightseeing. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the location is convenient for exploring the area. A great balance of comfort, value, and Icelandic hospitality. Highly recommended!

The hotel is nice, everything is pretty clean. The staff is friendly. The beds aren't very comfortable, the mattress is soft, and there's almost nothing to eat for breakfast. A refrigerator in the room would be nice.

I can’t understand how can someone say that the room is small and has “many” stairs.. it is literally 15 stairs to the room, which is very spacious as you can see in the picture.

Breakfast was good but only from 07 to 09, st short and not been able to check in befor 16:00 and then have to check out at 10:00, not good. The bar had very poor selection

The hotel is conveniently located near restaurants, supermarkets, and numerous gas stations, making it convenient for self-driving travelers. The front desk staff was helpful, not only helping an elderly person with their luggage but also offering information on the Aurora Borealis sightings at night. The breakfast was varied and delicious.

friendly and helpful staff, arranged a ground floor room immediately when I informed him of my knee injury. good breakfast and original pizza👍🏻

Generally I don't really write reviews but this location just showed us what Iceland is all about. We got trapped here due to a snow storm and roads got closed. Omar and Margaret (owners of the hotel) from the start where very friendly and welcoming but during this difficult day they exceeded our expectations. They where patient and helpful to answer all our questions and help us reassure. Thanks to...

It's alover a good stay. Very kind and helpful hosts. Breakfast is very good. Rooms are big, well headed, comfortable and sparkling clean. Also in winter time, in January, they are here, with all you need. Hot tube is open. They are for Islands kindness. We love this land and come back.

Cabin was an aged but comfortable. Bathroom small but private. Hot water was came out extremely hot and had slight sulfur smell, but pretty unique experience to be using thermally heated water for the first time. The staff was helpful but had stretched thin with large tour groups. The dinner was very good and reasonably priced, as was the hotel.

Very welcoming staff. Hot tub wonderful. Breakfast was great and bountiful. Great night of northern lights.

I was 3 times at this hotel this summer and every time there was problem at check in. I wrote email upfront to hotel that rooms need to be prepared for 2 people not for one, they replied that everything will be ready on arrival. When we arrived, receptionist said that he didn't reply to my email but somebody else, so no room was prepared for 2 people and they had to do it on arrival, which my clients...

We stayed here for one night, and asked for an upgrade to a private cottage, which we did get from the lovely and friendly reception staff. This guesthouse is in an amazing location, tucked away in a little forest right outside of town. Our cottage was very cozy — a bit small, especially in the bathroom, but most places in Iceland are this way. The heater whistled quite loudly at first, but worked...

Good and clean, there’s very few shops nearby, room is quite small

This hotel was amazing. The staff was so friendly. The rooms where super clean, and comfortable. The room had a TV with a camera so you could see the Auroras outside from your room. They made us a free packed lunch so we could take on the road the next day. The town is very charming and the harbour was out of this world. We saw whales within a 5 min walk from the hotel, Auroras, and insane stars. The...

We had a fantastic experience. Winter in Arnarstapi means places close earlier and it’s a quieter time. Our host checked us in, stayed open later so that we could eat dinner in the restaurant, and made us a packed breakfast so that we could leave early for our next days adventures. On return to our room (ocean facing- so lovely) we unpacked our breakfast and found lunch as well!! What fabulous people...

The hotel is conveniently located close to all the attractions and parking is free, which is just great!

The hotel is conveniently located close to all the attractions and parking is free, which is just great!

The hotel is conveniently located close to all the attractions and parking is free, which is just great!

The hotel is centrally positioned. Staff are very helpful and accommodating. My plans changed and staff were very understanding.

Booked for a short stay with my son. Staff were very friendly and helpful, answering questions knowledgeably, around where to eat, directions, activities, ordering a taxi and using public transport. Hotel and room were very clean and in order. For the price it was very good value, and met our requirements. Nothing flashy, but good daylight and everything worked. Room was warm and cosy. Personally...

The location was great! All the bus stops are nearby, and there's a supermarket close by too. Highly recommend it.

The hotel is really in the center of the city.

All the staff is so welcoming and helpful. The room is small, but cleaning is perfect. Breakfast is simple, but good. I slept good, but shower pressure is not to good. I will recommend this hotel 🙂

The hotel is located in the center heart, just next to the rainbow road and surrounded by bars and restaurants. 10-minute walk to the nearest by supermarket, Bonus and very near to the Airport transfer bus stop number 14 and tourist bus stop number 6. Breakfast is offered to all hotel guests. Just one reminder there are a few steps before you reach the lift of the hotel and the reception is on the...

All fine for the pice. Clean and cozy. The breakfast is simple but good, hosts are kind and helpful.

Is simple, clean, but need more details like no soap in the room,tv but without signal, no Glasses or water in the room, bad connection to internet. The personal are very nice.

The hotel is simple but has all basic amenities. It is clean and has very comfortable beds. The staff was very nice and helpful, available any time. Breakfast is simple but good.

A nice little hotel, surrounded by farms and a great view of the surrounding countryside. It is a bit out of the way, but then there is no traffic. A great base for exploring the south of Iceland.

Very peaceful. They will swich of all outside lights if you want to watch aurora outside. Hottub under the stairs is a nice touch.

The breakfast alone is worth travelling to Iceland. The view of the Northern Lights over the table top mountain behind the hotel is just an added benefit. Amazing service. I could not possibly offer a higher recommendation for lodging.

This hotel has a wonderful location nearby Hella. It is clean and all rooms have a private entrance. It is a real shame though that the food isn’t good at all. It is far from fresh and way too overpriced. Same goes for breakfast. Really disappointing.

very sweet place. we were a family of 9 and stayed in 2 large cabins. breakfast was wonderful. dinner was also great. we saw the northern lights just as in the photos!

We booked to vist iceland with our two daughters and to celebrate our daughter turning 16. It was definitely a birthday to remember. The hotels location ment that we were able to enjoy the spectacular aurora show on her birthday, and was also in the perfect location for us to travel to see many of the amazing sites iceland has to offer. The staff at the hotel are friendly and informative, and the food...

Clean room. Nice breakfast. Pretty location. Staff was nice. Fire alarm went off in the middle of the night a couple of times and staff was no where to be seen for what felt like a long time. It was faulty not a fire. It was a bit frustrating at 3am. Nothing was mentioned the next morning. I would think a discount would have been given or an apology but nothing.

Great home cooked meal. Owners kids are great running the front of the house!

Beautiful views! We went in hopes to experience the aurora borealis (we had two nights previous luckily) even in their absence this place lacked no picturest moments. Horses in the field 10m away, the moon rising, and a peaceful time spent in the hot tub and sauna were beyond my hopes.. safe and friendly

Booked it in the last minute and glad we got this property It’s a must visit and I would come back again

This hotel is very suitable for vacation and leisure. It is located in a forest. The front desk drove a golf cart to deliver our luggage to the door of the room. The hotel is a bit far from the center of Egilsstadt. The breakfast is average with few options. The dinner is okay, but the steak is too old. The chef came out to greet us personally and replaced it with cod according to our request.

There's a lake next to it, but the view is average. There's no kettle, so you have to go to the front desk to get water, just like in college, and you have to walk outside to get to the front desk. The bed is small.

There are very few things in the room, no kettle

The view is first-rate, the room is average, the service is good, and the breakfast is terrible

Very clean room and breakfast is good

An amazing place to stay after a long, adventurous day relaxing in the sauna and hot baths is the perfect way to unwind. The breakfast buffet offers a wide variety of options and is a fantastic start to the day. Complimentary coffee, cookies, and fruit available throughout the day are a wonderful bonus. The staff are incredibly helpful and kind. Highly recommended.

As a tour guide, I have to pay close attention to accommodation. I have to be sure that all my passengers will be satisfied. I have chosen Hotel Kvika several times. Booking is easy, the staff are extremely helpful, the rooms are very nice, and the location is perfect. When the northern light appears, we just have to go out to the parking lot to see it, or we can watch it from the hot tub. This is...

We loved this hotel. Lovely staff, and great facilities. Breakfast was great, and hot drinks and juice available all the time. The two hot tubs would have been a great place to watch the northern lights from had it not been cloudy! Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

Hot tub is great Calm and cosy atmosphere Friendly staff Breakfast ok (similar to other hotels in Iceland)

Boutique hotel just outside Selfoss in the middle of a picturesque location nestled in the hills. Rooms are spacious and well-equipped. The sauna and the hot tub are exactly as advertised. Breakfast had a lot of options and they also has some cakes and cookies at all hours in the lobby. Overall very good experience and would definitely come back.

Boutique hotel just outside Selfoss in the middle of a picturesque location nestled in the hills. Rooms are spacious and well-equipped. The sauna and the hot tub are exactly as advertised. Breakfast had a lot of options and they also has some cakes and cookies at all hours in the lobby. Overall very good experience and would definitely come back.

Just a nice country hotel with beautiful wood panel walls in each room, comfortable bed and a spacious bathroom

Absolutely our favorite stay while in Iceland. This spot is about 10 minute outside of the main Hofn area and very affordable. Our self-check in was very easy and our room was easy to find. Our little double bed cabin was so precious and held perfectly fine against the winter wind and cold. We loved that we could park right outside our cabin rather than lug our luggage through a hotel from a parking...

Our room was great. Hotel staff were friendly and helpful. Offered a nice breakfast to start our day.

Have travelled the world but this place is truly special. Vasillis took great care of us all evening until the Northern Lights appeared. What an incredible experience. Great hospitality. Clean, comfortable and warm.

Perfect location just outside Hofn. Very nice guesthouses with shared bathrooms. We stayed only for one night but we couldn't have asked for anything better. In line with prices in and around Hofn.

We arrived around 8 and they were very helpful with dining options outside of the hotel but we ended up eating there, which was an amazing choice! The service was excellent, the food was delicious. We spoke with a worker for almost an hour after the restaurant should have closed and got many suggestions on where to go on our trip and lots of information about Iceland. Wonderful stay!

NOT downtown, but walkable. Breakfast is basic, but adequate. Rooms dated but clean and comfortable.

The girl who checked us in couldn't have been any nicer - a great first impression! Also on the "pros" list: Nice, strong shower. Good view from the room. Good OJ and apple juice at breakfast. Cons: The door sagged and a screw fell out of the lock in our room. My mom's room wouldn't lock at all. No washrag was provided, and the shower curtain would get all over you while showering. Something...

We stayed here for 4 days in October 2025 and honestly had such a great experience. The staff were super friendly and helped us figure out the local transport like absolute champs. The rooms were spotless, the breakfast hit the spot every morning, and the evening cake? It was delicious. Huge shoutout to the lovely weekend staff member who helped us store our luggage until we left for Keflavík in the...

Very good, cheap, good service, and decent breakfast

Nice hotel off the city center but walkable. Room comfortable enough for 4 people. It was like a duplex with 4 comfortable twin beds. Bathroom kind of small. Room did have some hot springs odor that was not pleasant but nothing overwhelming. Staff nice and courteous. Breakfast was very simple continental but lacked more types of bread or danishes.

The reception staff is helpful. Rooms are cleaned daily. On excursions, given the hotel's location, we're the first to arrive home! However, there are no refrigerators in the rooms and no shops nearby.

Nice hotel in a nice town with nice food

Beautiful view from our room over the Nordfjordur. The waiter gave good ideas to what to see in the area.

Beautiful view from our room over the Nordfjordur. The waiter gave good ideas to what to see in the area.

The hotel was clean, staff was very friendly and accommodating. Although this town is quite far from the ring road, it was a pleasant stay. Food was extra expensive but it seems to be a norm in Iceland anyway.

The hotel was clean, staff was very friendly and accommodating. Although this town is quite far from the ring road, it was a pleasant stay. Food was extra expensive but it seems to be a norm in Iceland anyway.

It's a student dorm but in the summer it's a hotel. Therefore the rooms are not super cosy, but it's okay and clean. All rooms have a great view onto the fjord! Breakfast was great! And you can make your own waffles! 😍

Our first check-in was quite stressful. We arrived around 3:00 pm but couldn’t get into the hotel because there was no reception and we never received check-in instructions. Luckily, someone who was inside helped us open the door and called the hotel for assistance. The room itself was nice and clean. However, for travelers without a car, be aware that the hotel is a long walk from most major sightseeing...

Morgenmaden var to go. Køkkenet var ikke fuldt udstyret men fint. Dejligt med cookies og kaffe gratis.

Great location and within walking distance of a lot of stuff! Only complaint is the room was slightly dirty upon arrival. The housekeeping left behind used cleaning towels, a glove IN the toilet bowl, and the shower had stuff from the previous people left behind. We did get breakfast down the street through the hotel each morning which was great!

Breakfast was good, maybe the best part of this property. Shower was old and gross. Guest room and breakfast room are very dark. Probably by keeping it dark, they can hide some dirtiness of the property? There’s a reason why it’s super affordable compared to other places around the area.

This is about a 12min walk to the edge of downtown. It is still within a lively area of hotels and restaurants. They have tried to update the interior which is fine, but it is a bit damp and has carpets in the main hallways. Heads-up they do not have a front desk or admin staff on site but they are very responsive through WhatsApp if you have any issues. I had to message them a couple times and they...

Great place if you need a room for the night. This is a 2 star hotel. It is very basic and an afforyolace to stay. The breakfast is awesome though! If you don't have high standards this a good place to stay.

Very convenient check-in. Super cute place. Hot tub was amazing.

Stayed here with my wife and kids and had a great experience. 10/10 highly recommend. Beautiful nature and a great place to escape to that’s still close to town.

We arrived late but Cindy was there to greet us and give us our key and overview of the property. She was also there at the excellent breakfast and chatted with us about her life in Iceland and gave us recommendations for things to do in the area. We saw whales from the pier and walked along the quiet beach. Overall an excellent stay.

My family of four had a lovely stay at the Holt Inn. The room was spacious and clean; the property nestled in a gorgeous and peaceful valley; and the hostess Cindy (whom my 2.5 and 4.5 year olds loved) was warm, welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. To top it off, we saw the northern lights and about a million stars from the hot tub!

This was an excellent experience. The Inn is fairly simple. It's comfortable. The rooms are pretty basic, very clean and comfortable. The common areas are basic and clean and comfortable. There's a microwave in the dining area if you have leftovers or bring something simple. There's a cookie basket in the evenings. There's also a communal refrigerator in there. Breakfast is a buffet . Standard stuff...

Staff was excellent, personable & attentive. Room was a little small but adequate, very clean & comfy. Great rural location with amazing views of the sound & mountains.

Amazing place, lovely view and best position to visit the south coast .

The place was very clean and very close to Seljalandsfoss - a great place to stay if you’re touring the south coast. Staff was also very helpful - I left my earbud on the bed and they kept it for me to pick it up on our way back to Reykjavik x Only complaint is the drain was quite smelly when we got in. Would be great if the staff could air the toilet a bit before the next guest!

Nice hotel which is reasonably close to the airport. Shuttle service (one way) from the hotel to the airport is a bonus. Too bad there's no shuttle from the airport to the hotel. Not sure why. Dinner at the restaurant was good, and is the only dining option available. We didn't see any restaurants within walking distance. Our only complaint is that our room was very warm even with the window opened...

Great area in the country, as we were able to view the northern lights. The lady who checked us in was so kind. She went above and beyond! Great stay! Thank you!

We ordered dinner and it was delicious! The breakfast options were plentiful.

So lets start with the 2 minor negativ points : the outward apperance is deciving and no hottubs (witch makes sence due to the windy area ) Now to the good part : Very clean rooms and good beds The hosts are very nice And the food is amazing Dinner 8/10 The datecake is life changing, ill never look at cake the same way 12/10 Good coffee and amazing breakfeast 10/10 If you dont come here you will miss...