Hótel Lækur in Hella
✅ Multiple guests praised the hotel's location for aurora borealis viewing and peaceful nature, with horses nearby and beautiful mountain views. ✅ The rooms are described as clean, comfortable, and warm, with private entrances and daily restocking of supplies. ✅ Guests enjoyed the fresh and tasty food, including Icelandic pancakes and locally sourced lamb dishes. ✅ Facilities such as the hot tub, sauna, and games room added to the relaxing experience. ✅ Staff are generally friendly, informative, and helpful, with special mention of individual employees providing excellent care. ❌ Several guests reported heating problems, including broken radiators and cold showers, which were not resolved promptly. ❌ Some found the breakfast and dinner overpriced and not meeting expectations for freshness or variety. ❌ There were instances of disturbed sleep due to faulty fire alarms going off at night without adequate staff response. ❌ A few reviews mention that the road to the hotel is rough for the last 2 km, requiring careful driving. ❌ One guest noted inflexible management when addressing complaints about room conditions and requested refunds.
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Description
Hótel Lækur is a 3-star hotel built in 2012, offering a wide variety of room types ranging from single rooms to cottages with up to six bedrooms, many featuring river or water views and balconies. The hotel maintains high standards of cleanliness and amenities, rated 9/10 by guests. Facilities include a restaurant and bar, free WiFi, a sauna, hot tub, games room, and family-friendly rooms. Guests appreciate the cozy, private entrances to each room and the option to stay in cabins with large glass windows overlooking Icelandic horses nearby. The hotel is known for its fresh, locally sourced meals, including traditional Icelandic dishes. Despite its remote setting in Hella, the friendly staff provide helpful information and warm hospitality, making it a favored spot for viewing the northern lights and enjoying peaceful nature. Pet owners should note that pets are not allowed, and children can stay in some rooms with possible extra charges.
Location
Hótel Lækur is located in Rangarthing ytra, Hroarslækur near the town of Hella in southern Iceland. It sits about 96 kilometers from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). The hotel is set on a farm surrounded by natural scenery, including views of Mt. Hekla and nearby Icelandic horses. It’s close enough to popular sites like Seljalandsfoss waterfall for day trips. The last 2 kilometers leading to the hotel are on a bumpy, unpaved road, so plan your travel accordingly. The hotel also offers free parking and is within 3 km of a golf course.
Tips
- If you plan to travel to Hótel Lækur, prepare for a bumpy last 2 km stretch on an unpaved road.
- Booking a room with a river or water view offers spectacular scenery and opportunities for aurora borealis watching.
- Since breakfast is not included, consider budgeting for the buffet separately.
- If you have heating or hot water concerns, confirm current status with the hotel before arrival.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Garden
- Terrace
- Outdoor furniture
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family room
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Hiking
- Picnic area
- Sun Deck
- Free parking
- Spa tub
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Doctor
- Sauna
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
Video: Hótel Lækur - Hella - Iceland
Map
Reviews
The staff at the hotel are friendly and informative, and the food is fresh and tasty.
We had a quadruple room which was clean comfortable and warm and restocked daily.
I would definitely add this hotel to your itinerary if you are planning on heading to Hella.
Owners kids are great running the front of the house!
Frequently asked questions about Hótel Lækur
What types of rooms does Hótel Lækur offer?
The hotel offers a wide range of room types including Run of House, Standard rooms (single, double, triple, quadruple, quintuple), Family rooms, Junior Suites, Suites, and Cottages with options for river or water views and balconies.
Are pets allowed at Hótel Lækur?
Pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Is breakfast included in the room price?
Breakfast is served as a buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:00, but it is not included in the room price and must be paid at the property.
Is the hotel suitable for families with children?
Children can stay in some rooms with additional fees possible for children using existing beds. Extra beds cannot be added.
What amenities are available for relaxation at the hotel?
Guests can use the sauna, hot tub, and games room for relaxation during their stay.













































































































