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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse in Thingvellir National Park offers a garden, coffee shop, and playground for families. Relax on the terrace, enjoy in-room WiFi, and experience attentive staff who consistently earn positive reviews.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Living area

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 15 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single room, Shared Bathroom

Single room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
840 Laugarvatn, Bláskógabyggd, South Iceland, 840

What's nearby

  • Laugarvatn Fontana - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thingvellir National Park - 16 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Kerid Crater - 23 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Skalholt Historical Site - 24 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Geysir Hot Springs - 31 min drive - 35.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Efstidalur II - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lindin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Babylon Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vinastræti Veitingahús - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gallerí - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse

Family-friendly hotel near Thingvellir National Park
At Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. In addition to a playground and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A billiards/pool table, smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
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9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 531 reviews
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,450 for adults and ISK 1,250 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
6 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ISK 2450 for adults and from ISK 1250 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses geothermal energy

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Heradsskolinn Hostel Laugarvatn
Heradsskolinn Laugarvatn
Heradsskolinn
Heradsskolinn Historic
Héraðskólinn Hostel Laugarvatn
Héraðskólinn Hostel
Héraðskólinn Laugarvatn
Héraðskólinn
Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Hotel
Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Bláskógabyggd
Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Hotel Bláskógabyggd

Frequently asked questions

Is Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse on 7 Nov 2025 start from NZ$160.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse located?

This family-friendly Bláskógabyggd hotel is located on a lake, 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Thingvellir National Park, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Skalholt Historical Site and Skalholt Cathedral. Kerid Crater and Geysir Hot Springs are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 370 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very friendly folks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful location, close to a lovely hot spring spa with a 10% discount with staying here, historic building. Downside was the bright lights outside the window without blackout shades made it difficult to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kamsiah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is more like a hostel than guest house in term of the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay here again.

Great location. Fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice introduction to Iceland. A truly historic building set in a tranquil setting. Sublime and delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loryane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay!

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bakery in the same parking lot is a very neat spot to visit
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful guesthouse , very clean and beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This guesthouse was so cozy and quiet - very unique and so glad this property was available!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean place with amazing food to go with it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serguei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfest was great. Host was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing building, very clean, great location, good price

10/10 Excellent

Sharun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and very friendly staff. Requested for two twin beds and staff were very prompt with getting back to me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This guesthouse is an interesting use of an old schoolhouse in an area of Iceland with only a few other options. We found it a great stopover, and it has a relationship with the neighboring Fontana baths, a developed hot spring facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, only the lack of elevator would be the downside.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pui Shi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building with nice decoration. But there has no pantry for ppls to cook dinner/ prepare breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is historic and has a lot of character. The breakfast buffett was very good - not included with the room but the price was reasonable. You have to take your shoes off while inside the guesthouse which is inconvenient when going in and out with luggage but not bad while inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

thin walls

The only issue we had was the noise in the hall coming through the door and walls till everyone settled down at night. Otherwise a nice stay and location. Hot spring pool just down the street. Also several restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

J FRED

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dan at check in was amazing. The property is much nicer than advertised with avant-garde interior design. Has a library etc. This place has sumptuous meals and has nothing to do with being a hostel. Our room had a sea view and we were awoken by the chirping birds each am as we left the windows open. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

False Advertising

The place was fine, but it was not as advertised. We ended up having to leave a day early as a result. Do not trust the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, clean and comfortable stay!

This guest house is very clean and well maintained. The location was excellent, and we lucked out with a great northern lights show in mid-Sept. Our room was on the 3rd floor, there was no shower on that floor so we went down to the 2nd floor for showers, but not a big deal (no waiting, though the inn was pretty full). The breakfast was excellent, and the house spacious and truly historic. There are many rooms and open areas to relax and read, even a yoga room in the basement. The guests were all quiet and peaceful. Shoes are removed at the entry, which helps to keep it clean. If stairs are a problem, you should request a room on the 2nd floor, an elevator goes up to that level.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Lage ist schön am See. Das Personal war freundlich und das Frühstück preislich angemessen. Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Gemeinschaftsbad. Leider waren die Anzahl zum Duschen und der Toilette sehr gering im Vergleich zur Zimmeranzahl. Bei voller Belegung wäre dies zu wenig.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025