Hótel Á in Reykholt
✅ Many guests praised the beautiful, quiet location with incredible river and mountain views. ✅ The hotel staff received numerous compliments for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating. ✅ Breakfast served in a room with scenic views was described as very good or decent by multiple reviewers. ✅ Rooms and cottages were often noted as spacious, clean, and comfortable, with some mentioning cozy lofts. ✅ Guests appreciated the hotel's peaceful atmosphere and convenient access to nearby natural attractions. ❌ Several guests reported noise from neighboring rooms, especially from upstairs or adjacent rooms. ❌ Some reviews mentioned dated furniture and maintenance issues such as broken showers and mold in shower cubicles. ❌ A few guests found rooms dusty or not thoroughly cleaned, with isolated reports of unpleasant surprises like dirty underwear. ❌ Heating cannot be controlled individually in rooms, which caused discomfort for some guests. ❌ Dinner service was sometimes unavailable or limited, causing guests to seek meals elsewhere.
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Description
Hótel Á is a 3-star hotel located in the quiet rural area of Kirkjuból, Reykholt, Iceland. It offers a wide variety of room types including cottages and family rooms with scenic views of the nearby river and mountains. Guests can enjoy spacious, cozy rooms with private bathrooms, some featuring lofts and skylights. The property includes a restaurant serving breakfast buffet daily and dinner with locally inspired dishes such as cod fish. WiFi is available throughout, along with free parking and a tour desk to help explore the surrounding area. While some rooms have dated furniture and heating control is not individual, the hotel is noted for its friendly, accommodating staff and clean facilities. The hotel's peaceful setting and proximity to natural landmarks attract travelers looking for a calm base with access to nature and local attractions.
Location
Hótel Á is situated in the Borgarbyggd area of Reykholt, with the nearest airport, Reykjavík Domestic (RKV), 77 km away. The hotel overlooks a river and mountains, providing scenic views directly from the property. It is located near natural attractions such as Vidgemir cave and waterfalls, which are only a short drive away. The hotel is 10 km from Hraunfossar Restaurant - Cafe, where guests can dine if the hotel restaurant is closed. The surrounding rural setting allows easy access to hiking and sightseeing along Iceland’s famous routes.
Tips
- Book early if you want a room with mountain or river views as these are popular.
- Bring earplugs if you are sensitive to noise, since some guests reported hearing neighbors.
- Check with reception about dinner availability during your stay, especially in the low season.
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, 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
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, DinersClub, Visa, JSB
Services and facilities
- Smoking areas
- Smoke-free property
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Garden
- Terrace
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Allergy-free rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Bathrobe
- Linens
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- English
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Free parking
- Beach/pool towels
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
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Reviews
This hotel has an incredible view over the nearby river and the mountains beyond.
It is very quiet there. The beds are very soft, and some noises from the neighbouring rooms can be heard.
Breakfast was very good and in a room with a scenic view.
No Dinner was served at the hotel (end of August), we ate buffet at the Hraunfossar Restaurant - Cafe 10 km away.
Very helpful, friendly staff and nice, comfortable rooms in a beautiful rural setting.
Room was big, but without heater.
Breakfast was small, without too much options
Very clean with great amenities and a very convenient location. I would definitely stay here again!
Frequently asked questions about Hótel Á
What types of rooms does Hótel Á offer?
Hótel Á offers a wide range of room types including Run of House, Economy, Standard, Grand rooms, and various family cottages with river or mountain views.
Is breakfast included at Hótel Á?
Breakfast is served as a buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:00. It is not included in the room price and must be paid for separately at the hotel.
Are pets allowed at Hótel Á?
Pets are not allowed at Hótel Á, but service animals are permitted.
How far is the airport from Hótel Á?
The closest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV), located 77 km from the hotel.
Does the hotel restaurant serve dinner every day?
Dinner is served at the hotel restaurant, but some guests reported that dinner was not available at certain times, such as the end of August. It is advisable to check availability in advance.
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Hotel prices for: May - June 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 163 USD The best time to book is May 25, with rates starting from 161 USD