Hótel Bifröst in Reykholt
✅ Rooms are spacious with large windows and comfortable beds ✅ Breakfast buffet praised for good selection including gluten-free and vegetarian options ✅ Hotel has an elevator, helpful for guests with luggage ✅ Friendly and accommodating staff mentioned multiple times ✅ Facilities include sauna, fitness center, and children’s playground ✅ Free parking available on site ✅ Some rooms feature unique decor like a volcano-themed bathroom ❌ Restaurant service criticized as slow and sometimes unfriendly ❌ Some guests found the hotel ambiance cold or unsettling ❌ Reports of dirty rooms and safety concerns with electrical wiring ❌ Limited food menu and higher prices at the restaurant ❌ Reception can be closed midday (12-15) causing inconvenience ❌ Difficult to locate the entrance, especially in bad weather ❌ No cooking utensils or tableware provided despite stove and fridge in rooms
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Description
Hótel Bifröst is a 3-star hotel located in Borgarbyggd, Bifröst near Reykholt, Iceland. Originating as a university dormitory, it offers a unique setting with spacious rooms ranging from Standard Singles to Grand Triple rooms with mountain views. The hotel features practical amenities such as free WiFi, a fitness center, sauna, and a restaurant serving a continental buffet breakfast with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Its rooms include heating, non-smoking policies, and accessible facilities, including a lift and accommodations for disabled guests. Guests appreciate the large room sizes, comfortable beds, and thematic bathrooms, such as the volcano-themed one. The hotel also provides free parking, luggage storage, and concierge services. While the service at the restaurant receives mixed reviews, the hotel staff in general are described as friendly and informative. Pets are not allowed, and the property welcomes children of all ages with options for cribs and extra beds. The hotel is rated 8.2/10 overall with high scores in cleanliness, amenities, and location.
Location
Hótel Bifröst is situated in the small town of Bifröst within Borgarbyggd, approximately 73 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). The hotel is set away from urban centers, offering a tranquil environment but limited nearby shopping or dining options outside the hotel. It lies off Highway 1, making it accessible for travelers on the Ring Road tour. Guests note the location is easy to find despite its rural setting, though the main entrance is somewhat unmarked and accessible via a side door facing a courtyard. The nearby area includes a golf course, adding recreational options for guests. The hotel’s position in Reykholt places it in a quiet part of western Iceland, ideal for those passing through or seeking a peaceful stopover.
Tips
- If you plan to dine at the hotel restaurant, expect a limited menu and possibly slower service; consider having alternative meals planned.
- Since the main reception closes midday from 12 to 15, plan your arrival accordingly to avoid access issues.
- For easier access in bad weather, look for the side door facing the courtyard, as the main entrance is not clearly marked.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. 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, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
- Breakfast: Continental, Gluten-free, Vegetarian Buffet 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: AmericanExpress, JSB, DinersClub, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 16:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Terrace
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fridge
- Cable TV
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Restaurant
- Vending machine
- Bottled water (at extra charge)
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- German
- English
- Italian
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Picnic area
- Fishing
- Parking
- Free Parking on Premises
- Spa tub
- Beach/pool towels
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Fitness facilities
- Sauna
- Children's playground
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel virtual tour
Video: Hotel Bifrost, Reykholt, Iceland | Travel With Medha
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Reviews
Staff in the restaurant was not too helpful. Service was the worst part.
Comfortable bed
Tranquil environment
Delicious food
Rooms are nice sized with big windows, comfortable beds and clean. Bathroom was reasonable except for no shower door.
There is a hotel restaurant with limited menu and average service. Food was good though.
But when we reached a staff member in the reception we were told that the hotel reception was closed between 12-15 for cleaning even though the door was open. We begged that staff member to allow us to use the facility since we were in dire need. But no was the answer. And no restroom facilities around either nearby and no help in locating the nearest one.
Thanks for not helping in a very uncomfortable situation which could have been easily solved with bare amount of kindness. We would have paid double , that didn’t matter.
Frequently asked questions about Hótel Bifröst
Are pets allowed at Hótel Bifröst?
Pets are not allowed at Hótel Bifröst.
Does the hotel offer rooms with mountain views?
Yes, several room types such as Standard Double room with mountain view and Grand Triple room with mountain view offer mountain views.
Is there an elevator available at the hotel?
Yes, Hótel Bifröst has a lift that guests can use.
What kind of breakfast is served at the hotel?
The hotel serves a continental breakfast buffet with gluten-free and vegetarian options, though breakfast fees are not included in the room price.
How far is Hótel Bifröst from Reykjavik Domestic Airport?
The hotel is approximately 73 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).
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