South Central Guesthouse in Selfoss
✅ Many guests praised the cleanliness and spaciousness of rooms, with one noting a room large enough for multiple big and small luggage pieces. ✅ Hosts are frequently described as warm, courteous, and accommodating, including helpful directions and upgrades to apartments. ✅ Shared kitchen facilities are well-equipped and clean, allowing guests to prepare meals comfortably. ✅ The location is convenient for Golden Circle excursions and close to Selfoss for grocery shopping. ✅ Common areas including a dining room and lounge provide ample space for guests to relax and socialize. ❌ One review mentioned a bright fluorescent light outside a window causing discomfort when sleeping, especially in November. ❌ Some guests noted the kitchen was missing oven trays and had a temperamental kettle. ❌ Bed linens were described as thin and somewhat worn by at least one guest.
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Description
South Central Guesthouse in Selfoss offers a spacious and clean stay with a 9.4/10 rating and two stars. Guests can choose from a variety of room types including Economy, Standard, Apartments, and Cottages, some with mountain views. The guesthouse features shared kitchen facilities, a garden, terrace, bar, and free parking. It provides designated smoking areas and non-smoking rooms, and is accessible with facilities for disabled guests. The host is noted for friendliness and helpfulness, often upgrading guests to larger rooms or apartments. With a focus on comfort, the guesthouse includes amenities such as WiFi, luggage storage, express check-in/out, and a games room. Pets are allowed according to services, but the policy states pets are not permitted, so pets are not allowed. Breakfast is continental and paid separately onsite.
Location
Located at Blesastaðir 3 in Selfoss, South Central Guesthouse lies just a few kilometers east of Selfoss town center. It is about 72 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), making it a convenient stop for travelers coming from the airport or exploring the Golden Circle. The guesthouse offers easy access to Highway 1. Nearby natural scenery includes mountain views visible from select rooms. The property also features spacious outdoor areas such as a garden and terrace, ideal for relaxing after day trips around the region.
Tips
- If you are sensitive to light when sleeping, consider requesting a room away from external bright lights.
- Bring your own oven trays if you plan extensive cooking, as some guests reported missing trays.
- Make use of the well-equipped shared kitchen and free parking for convenience during your stay.
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: Continental 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, UnionPay
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 10:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoking areas
- Smoke-free property
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- No elevators
- Accessibility features
- Luggage storage
- Breakfast
- Common kitchen
- Microwave oven
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Picnic area
- Barbeque
- Free parking
- Playroom
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
Video: South Central Apartments
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Reviews
Our only regret is that we stayed for just one night. We wish the owner all the best and 1000% recommend this place! Thanks a lot!
Only downsides was kitchen was missing oven trays and the kettle was temperamental as to whether it worked. Bed linens were also quite thin and seemed quite old
Frequently asked questions about South Central Guesthouse
Are pets allowed at South Central Guesthouse?
The hotel's policies state that pets are not allowed, despite being listed among services.
What types of rooms can I book at South Central Guesthouse?
Room types include Run of House, Bed in Dorm, Economy room, Economy Single room, Economy Double room, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Family room, Standard Double room, Standard Double Family room, Standard Double room with mountain view, Standard Quadruple Family room, Apartment, Apartment with mountain view, 2 Bedrooms Apartment, Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms Classic Apartment with mountain view, 2 Bedrooms Classic Quadruple Apartment with mountain view, and Cottage.
Is breakfast included with the stay?
Breakfast is continental and is not included in the room rate; it must be paid for separately at the property.
Does South Central Guesthouse have facilities for disabled guests?
Yes, the guesthouse provides facilities for disabled guests.
How far is South Central Guesthouse from the nearest airport?
The guesthouse is approximately 72 kilometers from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).
