Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant provides a peaceful getaway near Kerid Crater with its garden and collection of 15 outdoor hot springs. Guests enjoy the terrace, savor meals at Restaurant Minniborgir's outdoor dining area, and stay connected with WiFi throughout their stay.
Located in Selfoss, Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kerid Crater and Thingvellir National Park. Skalholt Cathedral and Reykjadalur Valley are two other places to visit that come recommended. Rafting and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring nearby. Visit our Selfoss travel guide
Along with 15 outdoor pools, this smoke-free aparthotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a hot tub and coffee/tea in a common area. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a coffee/tea maker, while a TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Change of towels is available on request.
Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant offers 14 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower.
This Selfoss aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and enjoy recreation facilities including hot springs. 15 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
There are 15 outdoor hot springs open between 8:00 AM and midnight. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 102°F.
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
TV in common areas
TV with satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Yard
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Meeting room
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Blackout drapes
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Limited-hour front desk
Local maps
Multilingual staff
Restaurant dining guides
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near the bay
Things to do
Safari
Boat tours nearby
Golfing nearby
Rafting nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
14 units
Bed sheets changed on request
Built in 2007
Garden
Reception hall
Towels (changed on request)
Traditional architecture
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 19 for adults and from EUR 10 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, debit 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from January to January
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to midnight
Does Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant have a pool?
Yes, this property has 15 outdoor pools.
Is Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant located?
Situated in the mountains, this aparthotel is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Kerid Crater and 9.9 mi (16 km) from Skalholt Cathedral. Thingvellir National Park and Reykjadalur Valley are also within 25 mi (40 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 404 reviews
10 - Excellent
233
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 404 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 404 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 404 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 404 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Georgia
31 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Really cosy and comfortable, we had everything that we needed and had a very easy check in.
Georgia
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Paul
6 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place, plenty of room for us 5, well equipped, lovely hot tub and an amazing location - would highly recommend to anyone exploring the famous golden circle!
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Petar
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely place to stay, very quiet and clean + great breakfast.
Petar
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Frederick
11 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good restaurant for dinner, well equipped kitchen for breakfast and other evenings where we cooked ourselves.
Overall great stay, good location, and easy to find.
Frederick
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aubrey
16 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing location and cabin space! Loved having access to an oven and fridge in a cozy and warm space. We even got to see the northern lights! Would love to visit again.
Aubrey
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
jennifer
3 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Geothermal harnessed hot tub
Grothermal hot tub all to our very new fresh and clean cabin. Great place to stay in Iceland. The onsite restaurant had happy hour and amazing food!
jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
carole
10 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cottages in a lovely setting with a hot tub.
The best place we've stayed in Iceland so far! The cottage was clean, charming, and well-serviced. And the onsite restaurant was great, too!
Irena
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Derek
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The Girl that checked us in, served the food and checked us out the next day was great. I feel like she’s the only person that works there lol.
It was great to have a private hot tub. Only complaint was the kitchen area in the cabin smelt like seafood but at least the sleeping areas did not.
Derek
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Alexandra
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We booked a hot tub room and the hot tub was very hot! My son loved it. The accommodation is a bit tired but we were only there for one night and again my son loved it. Nice and spacious.
I was disappointed that breakfast was not being served and we had not been informed about that. The restaurant was very nice and reasonably priced.
Alexandra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Suzanne
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We stayed for three nights and the accommodations were comfortable. But the front desk/customer service was lacking in both visibility and accessibility. Perhaps in the off-season when there aren’t as many visitors, they just concentrate on when the restaurant is open from 5 PM to 9 PM. We ate there twice and the food was great. It was great to step outside to your own hot tub also.
Suzanne
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Celina
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Cute cabin and property. Loved having our own hot tub and an oven to cook some dinners at home.
Celina
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
27 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Wonderful stay - the hot tub was kept nice and warm for us, the cottage was clean and the people were wonderful.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Pleasant stay in Iceland
We enjoyed our stay here. It was centrally located for the various sites we wanted to see during our brief stopover in Iceland. The cabins were charming. We would have liked to have had blackout curtains in the living room and not just the bedroom, but everything was clean and comfortable. The workers were friendly; we'd recommend staying here.
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Tiffany
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Little Cabin In The Woods
Charming little cabin in the woods feel. Facilities feel a bit older, but okay for a short stay. Our cottage had a larger bed with a single bunk built above it. A little tight for 3 adults, but would be perfect for parents and a teen/kid. Bunch of cottages situated together with a few shared public hot tubs in the middle. Check-in was friendly and helpful.
Tiffany
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
David
25 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely people and good location. Hot tub in the snow was fun.
David
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodie
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Loved this cottage!
Our family loved this Cottage! Would definitely recommend a stay here. On-site restaurant was very good. Very friendly staff
Jodie
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeffery
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with awesome videos and very friendly staff.
Jeffery
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael
19 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fantastic place to stay.
A fantastic place to stay, and a brilliant base for the sights of south Iceland. Friendly staff and the room itself had everything you could need for the price, plus a little bit more. Had to use the spare duvet as a pillow, as I like a firm pillow, but that's more personal preference.
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah
27 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very conveniently located!
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, nice reception area, restaurant on site. Liked having a cottage with amenities - and available hot tub. Breakfast was not available at this time of season
Cheryl
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashlei
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Cottages were spacious, comfortable, quiet, and clean. The views were nice and the restaurant was great after a long day of exploring. Food was delicious!
Ashlei
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph
16 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, wish I had stayed here my entire stay in Iceland. Decent restaurant and close to so much on the south east side of the Island, even Vic was on 1 1/2 hour drive away
Joseph
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great place to stay for two nights while in Iceland. Great location that was close to Geysir and Selfoss.
The cabin had everything we needed.
Daniel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally
11 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication