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Fosshotel Hekla in Villingaholt

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● Center: 17 km

✅ Friendly and helpful staff praised in multiple reviews ✅ Excellent breakfast with homemade breads and waffle station ✅ Two outdoor hot tubs and sauna open 24 hours, enjoyed even in snowy weather ✅ Clean and comfortable rooms with beautiful views ✅ Good dinner options, including well-prepared fish and diverse meals for kids ✅ Family rooms equipped with robes, mini refrigerators, and multiple TVs ✅ Convenient location for touring South Iceland and the Golden Circle ❌ Rooms and interiors described as dated and in need of renovation, with worn carpets and bathrooms smelling unpleasant ❌ Some guests mention noise from neighboring rooms being loud ❌ Hot tubs are outdoor only and can be cold in winter; some questioned cleanliness ❌ No coffee available outside of breakfast hours ❌ Restaurant prices are considered high by some guests, with occasional reports of overcooked or tasteless food ❌ Location is rural with no nearby restaurants, requiring driving for meals outside the hotel

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Rooms and prices

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Children under 17−0+

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Bath and private bathroom

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Standard Single room

Private bathroom

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Family room with bathroom

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Standard Double room

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Shower and private bathroom

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Family room with bathroom

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Description

Fosshotel Hekla is a 3-star hotel located in the countryside of Villingaholt, Iceland, offering a range of room types from Standard Singles to Penthouse Suites. Guests will find clean rooms with beautiful views, including options like Standard Double rooms with a view. The hotel features two outdoor hot tubs and a sauna, both open 24 hours, perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. Dining options include a restaurant and bar serving a variety of meals, with breakfast featuring homemade breads and a waffle station. While some guests note that the interior feels dated and some carpets need replacement, the staff is consistently praised for friendliness and excellent service. Internet and WiFi are available throughout, along with laundry services and meeting facilities. The hotel is suitable for families, offering family rooms equipped with amenities such as mini refrigerators and robes.

Location

Fosshotel Hekla sits roughly 25 minutes north of Selfoss, making it a convenient base for exploring South Iceland and the Golden Circle. The hotel is 72 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). While located in a rural area without nearby restaurants, it is easy to find by following Google Maps directions. The surrounding landscape includes views of Mount Hekla, adding to the scenic atmosphere. Due to its countryside setting, expect to rely on driving for access to local attractions and dining options.

Tips

If you plan to dine at the hotel restaurant, make a reservation in advance as requested by the hotel.
Bring your own coffee or plan to enjoy it only during breakfast hours since coffee is not available throughout the day.
Consider booking a family room if traveling with children, as these come with extra amenities like robes and a mini fridge.

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: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast: Continental [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets: Pets are allowed Types of pets allowed: dogs Fee: €2,995.28 (approx. US$3,521.91) per pet per night
Service animals: Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel: Visa, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, MasterCard
Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Services and facilities

General

Shopping on site
24-hour reception
Smoke-free property
Heating
Gift shop
Garden
Terrace

Rooms

Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family room
Indoor Fireplace
Hairdryer

Accessibility

Accessibility features

Services and amenities

Luggage storage
Laundry
Luggage storage

Meals

Bar
Diet menu (on request)
Cafe
Restaurant
Packed Lunches

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Transfer

Shuttle
Transfer services

Languages Spoken

Spanish
German
English
French
Multi-language staff
Polish

Recreation

Library
Billiards
Hiking

Parking

Free parking

Pool and beach

Spa tub

Business

Fax and copy machine
Meeting and presentation facilities
Conference Hall

Beauty and wellness

Steam room

Kids

Children's playground
Family/Kid Friendly

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

Hotel virtual tour

Video: Fosshotel Hekla - Selfoss - Iceland

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Reviews

Cleanliness

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Location

Service

04.05.2026 Teresa

Cute hotel, clean rooms, beautiful views. Easy to find by following the directions on Google maps. Staff is very friendly! Breakfast is included and there are delicious home made breads, a waffle station, and much more. The staff provided us with the recipe for the home made bread!

We stayed for one night and enjoyed it very much. There is also dinner and they ask you to make a reservation.

11.03.2024 Guest

- 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

01.03.2024 Guest

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 dinner had perfected cooked Cod. There were many delicious choices at breakfast. Service was excellent at the front desk and the restaurant. Our room was ample and comfortable and quiet.

29.02.2024 Guest

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

26.10.2022 Peter

Great food and an outside sauna and hottub area

26.10.2022 Jasper

This places really needs renovating. The rooms were worn out but 'fixed up' with random Ikea furniture, the bathrooms smelled bad. Coming from Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon it really was a bummer to stay here and we really did everything to spend as little time as possible in the rooms (during our 2 day stay).
The reataurant serves food at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon prices, but it was overcooked and tasteless, best to eat elsewhere. Although staff cleans the tables, they continue to be sticky.
The bar, although small, fortunately was cosy and had some decent drinks.
As far as location is concerned: it is in the middle of everything but not close to anything: you always need a (long) drive to get somewhere and there are no restaurants in the neigborhood.

19.03.2020 Courtney

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 appeared like they had not been cleaned in quite some time. The rooms were clean and comfortable but the hallway always had a strange smell. Not sure if it was the cleaning products or something else. The rooms were cleaned each day but no coffee supplies were replaced except the mugs. The dining room and breakfast buffet experience were exceptional. Food was delicious and service was great! As expected, the dinner menu was quite expensive. Only point of contention is guests do not have access to coffee throughout the day. While grabbing a quick cup of coffee in the afternoon, I was politely advised that coffee is only available during breakfast. If you want to keep your guests extra happy, the least you could do is provide coffee 24/7. Especially considering the cost per night. All in all, our experience was average and I'm thankful we did not have to rebook another hotel. However, given the choice I would probably not stay here again.

10.02.2020 Iceland

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, salmon, or lamb, all made with great care.

The hot tubs and sauna are open 24 hours. It was wonderful sitting in the hot tub as big snowflakes came down.

Lastly, the service here is above and beyond, always with a smile. We will definitely be back.

P.s. the hotel uses compostable takeaway cups. :)

05.11.2019 Eduard

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 means you'll never be cold & you can always cool off a bit in the 36-38C tub. Staff is also very friendly and ready to help. A great gem in the countryside!

30.03.2018 William

Had difficulty finding accommodation in one place, but ended up booking different nights with different Fosshotels. They are a great value! Very nice, very modern, and very clean. My price included breakfast, which I considered on par with other European prices. Compared to other Icelandic offers, this was an amazing value. You will not be disappointed!! Thank you Fosshotels! :)

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Frequently asked questions about Fosshotel Hekla

What types of rooms are available at Fosshotel Hekla?

The hotel offers various room types including Run of House, Standard (Single, Double, Triple, Quadruple, Family), Suites (Standard, Family, Penthouse, Double), and combinations such as Standard Double room with view.

Are pets allowed at Fosshotel Hekla?

Yes, dogs and service animals are allowed. There is a pet fee of approximately €2,995.28 (about US$3,521.91) per pet per night.

Is breakfast included and what does it include?

Breakfast is served continental style daily from 07:00 to 10:00. It includes homemade breads, a waffle station, and a diverse selection of foods. Additional breakfast fees are not included in the room price and must be paid at the property.

Does the hotel have hot tubs and sauna facilities?

Yes, the hotel has two outdoor hot tubs and a sauna, all open 24 hours.

How far is Fosshotel Hekla from Reykjavik Domestic Airport?

The hotel is 72 kilometers from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).