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Hestheimar

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with restaurant and Hot tub

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Hestheimar offers a tranquil retreat near Urridafoss Waterfall with a spa tub, garden sanctuary, and on-site restaurant serving Icelandic and international dishes. In-room WiFi keeps guests connected, and tour assistance is available while enjoying coffee in the lobby.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Mountain View

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Ásahreppur, Hella, Selfoss, 0851

What's nearby

  • Urridafoss Waterfall - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Hella Golf Course - 21 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Selfoss Church - 30 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Turf House - 35 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Kerid Crater - 43 min drive - 51.9 km

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olís Hella - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪American Schoolbus Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stracta Rótin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kanslarinn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fjárhúsið - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Hestheimar

Family-friendly guest house near Urridafoss Waterfall
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library at Hestheimar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Hestheimar, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and coffee/tea in reception
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guest rooms at Hestheimar include comforts, such as separate dining areas and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Hestheimar

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 8 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8 AM - 10 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hestheimar Guesthouse Selfoss
Hestheimar Selfoss
Hestheimar Selfoss
Hestheimar Guesthouse
Hestheimar Guesthouse Selfoss

Frequently asked questions

Is Hestheimar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hestheimar?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hestheimar on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$331.52, 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 Hestheimar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hestheimar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hestheimar?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Hestheimar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hestheimar located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly guesthouse is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Urridafoss Waterfall and 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Hella Golf Course. Kerid Crater and Seljalandsfoss are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Hestheimar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 174 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service
The owners were so friendly and welcoming…they want you to feel like family. It was genuinely a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow. Absolutely excellent hotel. We stayed in one of the private cabins. It was clean and beautiful and had everything you could need. Bed was comfortable and great views of surrounding area. Food at main hotel was delicious. Had dinner and breakfast. Recommend both. Staff exceptional. Great stop on our trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ekta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenic and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my girlfriend stayed here and loved it. Staff are wonderful, rooms are clean, the breakfast is good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

VENEET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property to see the northern lights in winters. The property recently built a new wing with very modern, clean and practical rooms. You can't go wrong with this property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the friendly horses and the views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Lovely place

Lovely cottages with great facilities inc kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Farah

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Roselyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great cabin! We will stay here on future trips for sure! Loved the view and all the horses. Cabin had little kitchenette, but they also offered an breakfast option at the main building. Staff was very friendly. I do wish the hot tub was located closer to the cabins as it was too cold to shower, head to the main building, get in the hot tub, then head back to the cabin while in wet swimming suits.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place, particularly the common area which is very nice with a nice view. Very helpful and friendly staff. The rooms are simple, two single beds so not very comfortable for couples. Also the food is very overpriced dinner is 8K which is too much for what is very simple food, breakfast is 4K and is not included.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin 3 needs to have the lock replaced since the strong winds have damaged it. Otherwise, very tranquil and idyllic lands. Curious horses, cats, and farm animals will beg for food by approaching you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of five had a great night at Hestheimar. Even though it was -10C we braved the hot tub and had a wonderful evening. The staff provided us each with bathrobes to use at the hot tub and showed up with wool hats to keep our heads warm - which we definitely needed. The cabins were compact but had everything we needed. Thank you for a memorable stay!

6/10 Okay

Lilly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not too convenience to dining at facility

Price for dinner is kind of expensive and have to take the shoe off to step in hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie-claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a 2brm unit. I was really nice and staff were great. Being honest our son showered for 10mins a then the next person got a minute and it was arctic water. The three of us left had to boil pots of water and bathe. It was an experience. You need to book ahead if you want dinner on site at 7pm as there is nothing else in the area to eat or shop before you arrive and there is a little kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal. The breakast/dinner which you have to drive too is beautiful, cosy hall and the breakfast food was great. Overall a really nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. The only issue was that we were asked to take our shoes off when entering which made it quite inconvenient if we had left something out in the car. The cost to have laundry done was quite high so we opted not to have it done. The rooms were well appointed. I wanted to take advantage of the hot tub but the weather prevented using it.

2/10 Terrible

Marianne

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing experience!

I stayed at this hotel in February 2025 for two nights, and unfortunately, my experience was far from pleasant. Starting with the bad: Broken heater in Room 6: Upon arrival, the host, Stefano, explained that the individual thermostat in the room controls the temperature, and that it takes about two hours for the room to adjust. Despite following the instructions and increasing the temperature on both nights, the room remained cold and uncomfortable. It became clear that the heater wasn't functioning properly. I informed Stefano, who came to check the room, acknowledged the coldness, and apologized for the inconvenience. Cold and humid room: The room felt damp and uncomfortable, which made it difficult to relax. Outdated amenities: The value for money was disappointing. The hotel charges high prices for rooms with outdated features, including a leaking sink in the bathroom, which made the overall experience feel far below expectations. Ending with the good: Cleanliness: The hotel places a strong emphasis on cleanliness, which I appreciated. Guests are encouraged to use slippers within the hotel, ensuring a higher standard of hygiene. In conclusion, I had high expectations, but the combination of a broken heater, cold and damp room, and high prices made this stay incredibly disappointing. I would not recommend this hotel unless these issues are addressed. and Staff is gaslighting you after presenting excuses for the discomfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The AC did not work at all and we could not sleep both nights. The owners response was to leave the windows wide open. We did not feel safe. The food is terrible. They would not even give me coffee to go. Bad property. Would not stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Anbefales

Vi var tre jenter på tur og hytta var helt perfekt for oss. Hytta var nært Reykjavik og attraksjoner på sørkysten, og var en fin størrelse med alt vi trengte. Favoritt delen vår med hytta, og det som overgikk forventninger, var utsikten og området. Hytta var omringet av hester, og det var utrolig idyllisk og de utover horisonten og de dem løpe og kose seg. Det var også noen gårdskatter som vi fikk besøk av. Eneste klagen er at kjøkkenutstyr ikke alltid var helt rent, men vi går ut i fra at det er pga. folkene som bodde der før oss. Ellers var alt supert!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Unterkunft, würde immer wieder kommen war schon das zweite mal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Disliked: Amenities
No AC. Shower did not have shower lip to contain water. Water went all over bathroom while showering due to slow drain. Was unable to squeegee bathroom completely, even with multiple tries. Sulfer smell throughout room due to water not draining in bathroom. Was unable to use hot tub due to it not being warm. Decent breakfast - good yogurt bar. No shoes in hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property/cabin, friendly staff, cats, horses, one of the horses looked at me
View from cabin
Cat
Horse that looked at me
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weili

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The cottage is amazing. It's beautiful. You can see the horses, cats surrounding you. My family like this hotel very much. The cottage is especially fit families. The hotel is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025