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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
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Hiking
Hiking
Family Room, Shared Bathroom
Meeting facility
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025

Room options

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Living area

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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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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Single room, Shared Bathroom

Single room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

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 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Desk
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Basic Twin Room

Hótel Laugarvatn

Parking included
Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Bar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407)
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
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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 - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Kerid Crater - 19 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Geysir Hot Springs - 23 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Gullfoss - 29 min drive - 37.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Efstidalur II - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lindin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Barnloft - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gallerí - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Good Burger - ‬3 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

Languages

Danish, English, French, German, Icelandic, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Spanish, Swedish

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 2,350 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)

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 2350 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 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse on 2 Jan 2025 start from AU$183.01, 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).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 339 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 339 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 339 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 339 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 339 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Juliana

Travelled with group
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

Toulon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful guesthouse next to a fantastic hotsprings. Very quiet and peaceful with easy access to NP and other sites. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Liliana

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Showers could better curtains and drainage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris, Houston

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Guesthouse is situated near the lake with great surroundings. The check in process is quick and the guest room is clean. The staffs we met are very friendly. The continental breakfast is decent for the price. The issues to us were 1) the shared shower rooms and bathrooms; 2) noise from next door. It looks there are only one shower for male and two for female for the entire second floor of more that 20 plus guest rooms. We feel these bathrooms and showrooms are least clean ones we encountered in Iceland. The property is a conversion of a historical building and was not fully sound proof, so you can hear what the noise from next door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff here were excellent. The property is cute, they’ve kept a lot of the historical elements. Room was small but adequate. The onsite restaurant was good (there are not many options in this small of a town). Breakfast was oatmeal, cereals, cold meats and cheeses, fruit and vegetables. And pancakes. Very walkable to the Fontana hot springs. Easy access point for the golden circle also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

10/10 Excellent

Reiko

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A striking building on a large property with a beautiful lake view. Parking and check in was super easy. The shared bathrooms were well maintained and not too hard to find a free shower or toilet. Rooms were huge but the artwork is vintage and could be unsettling for some. Our rooms had an embroidered clown wall hanging… This was a great stay for my group as it was close enough to popular attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely aesthetic, rooms are tidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view and walks near lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views,very clean and quiet. Very friendly staff. Very unique and special place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a hostel not a guesthouse. Group bathrooms are down the hall. Steep front door stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So cute. Love that I could walk to Laugarvatn Fontana (there's a discount if you say you are staying at the guesthouse), had a beautiful view of the lake, and the restaurant Was pretty good. Really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrycja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and friendly staff, delicious food and very comfortable stay. They make you feel so welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharun

Travelled with group
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

Jahaida

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting with a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
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

Sarah

Travelled with family
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

4/10 Poor

Eun Hye, Vancouver

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is also a youth hostel on the ground floor, so there was lots of great energy during meals and in the common areas. Our rooms were comfortable and decorated in the style of an old school- we had a chemistry book on the wall! Delicious meals and warm hospitality as well as a location 1 minute from a great geothermal spa made this first stop on our vacation a favorite. We stayed two nights and enjoyed every minute of our time. The pool table in the basement was a favorite spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024