Reynivellir is home to Old Cottages. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by The Thorbergur Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Vatnajökull National Park. Visit our Reynivellir travel guide
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General
4 units
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Check-in is in Gerdi Guesthouse - Breiðabólsstað 2, 781, Hofn]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Old Cottages pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Old Cottages?
As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Cottages on 6 Oct 2026 start from NZ$1,294, 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 Old Cottages?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Old Cottages?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Old Cottages?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Old Cottages located?
Situated in Reynivellir, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Vatnajökull National Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from The Thorbergur Center. Diamond Beach and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
Old Cottages Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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PERFECT get-away for our first family vacation to Iceland. The views from our adorable cabin were amazing, and the staff was helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Nisha
9 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best location near to glaciers and diamond beach.clean and cozy. Good for 6-8 people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good
Cory
29 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location - less than 15 minutes from Jokulsarlon / Glacier Lagoon. Cozy cabin with beds for 6, great view of the waterfall, and 2 close restaurants. Perfect for families or big groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Michelle
10 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
There was a long line at check-in so we had to wait about 10 minutes and then drive to our room which was only a few minutes away. The Wi-Fi wasn’t working when we first got there, but they sent someone over to check it out and the problem was fixed within the hour. We were able to see the northern lights from the front yard and we really enjoyed the big front porch. There were also waterfalls right in our backyard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good
Hrishi
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Chris
1 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
We had a great experience staying at the Old Cottages. The location is absolutely amazing, with a beautiful waterfall right out back that made the setting feel peaceful and unique. The layout of the cottage was well thought out and comfortable, making it easy to relax and enjoy our time there. Everything we needed was provided, and the surroundings were perfect for unwinding. We truly enjoyed our stay and only wish we had more time to spend there. We would definitely love to come back in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
CHRISTOPHER
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot. Nice layout. Cottage was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
nir
3 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent place
Very nice place. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
25 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay in the luxury cottage. It was bright and clean and perfect for our family of 3. The location is great for doing things in the south such as Diamond Beach/Jökulsárlón Lagoon, Múlagljúfur Canyon, and Svartifoss. We would recommend the luxury cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nina
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic unit on a gorgeous property. The setting is top notch. Accommodation is well-equipped, with comfortable beds.
The cottage was clean, nicely updated, and very comfortable. The staff at the location of check in were not friendly; and even though they touted laundry as an available amenity, it was clear they disnt want to honornthat. We ended up washing clothes in the sinks at the cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
3 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Pleasant stay in Cottages
We overnighted in the old cottages and was very comfortable and nice. The cottage was spacious yet cozy. Very clean, nicely furnished, and had 2 bathrooms! The only suggestion would be to add a curtain to the bathroom windows for privacy. Wonderful waterfalls in the back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good
John
3 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Lovely location (10 mins to Diamond beach / Glacier Lagoon) with a beautiful mountain view. However, external modern images don’t match the dated interior. It needs a refresh. Kitchen is old and has the bare minimum of items ( 2 bowls). Washing liquid was watered down. It just felt as if you were getting the bare minimum which is disappointing for the price. Check in process isn’t that clear (read the notes as check in is at another property). Wasn’t a massive issue but there was a lack of response to communication when this question was asked. Loft bedroom doesn’t have a curtain.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Andrea
12 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this cottage!! No gas or market nearby so get gas in Vik. Clean, comfy, and the receptionist was so nice and accommodating. This was our favorite place we stayed. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Zhu-Xu
13 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and quite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Lloyd
25 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best view with a waterfall in the back of property. Equipped kitchen for cooking.
Beautiful cottage. We loved the waterfall view and comfortable beds. We waited for the host at the registration property at least twenty minutes after the 4pm check in time and nearly missed our glacier lagoon tour. I recommend they move to a contactless check in since the only thing they do is give you the key box code.
Patio door had no lock on it. We rigged up an “alarm” on it while we slept.
Check-in was laughable. See photo. A lady who was very impatient gave me directions to a place over a mile away. She pulled out the paper in the photo and told me to take a picture.
Finding the registration building was also difficult. No markings and the coordinates the gave me took me to a cabin.
Do not stay, the pictures make it look nicer. The scenery around it is outstanding.
Clean cabin in a gorgeous location. We enjoyed the waterfall view in the back. Kitchen was equipped and having two bathrooms was convenient. Location came with trade offs as it was close to the ice lagoon but far from amenities without driving.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good
Lee
25 Jun 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We are family of 4, and wanted to stay near Diamond beach and the glacial lagoon. This property is 10 min drive away. Spacious functional stand-alone house with separate bedroom, living room and kitchen. Cute and unique. Quiet and nice surrounding with waterfall walking distance. Received two instructions to checked-in, one to drive 3km away to get code, and another to checked in directly using given code. Wanted to make sure, hence drove the distance to get the code, turned out the same. Some heating radiators, as well as hair dryer not working well. No extra rubbish disposal bag. No washing machine nor dish washer. No slippers. No shampoo nor conditioners. Small and cold toilet and shower area. Not cheap either. Use this as place to stay the night, if necessary.
Such a great space!! The sleeping loft could have used a curtain to help block out the sunlight but other than that it was a great space! Loved the waterfall behind the house and easy drive to the glacier lagoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Qian
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
intimate and cozy cottage
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
I SAAC
10 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The accommodation was pleasant and clean, and it was nice to see the aurora well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible
Wayne
6 Apr 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
The room unfortunately had bed bugs. It was our first night in Iceland and thankfully we were only 1 night at the property. In addition 1 of 2 heaters in the living room was not working and so it was colder than it needed to be. Communication with the host was poor - we reached out a number of times on the bed bug issue but got no response. Am just glad that the stay was only one night and didn’t ruin the rest of our vacation