Guesthouse Vatnsholt
Vatnsholt 2
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Why people book this hotel
“Lovely spacious home for entire family to relax after hole day of sightseeing, c…”
“The accomodation is in a very remote place, but it was quite alright for sleepin…”
“Horses and a small lake nearby”
“Good location in a loved quiet place”
“The staff were very friendly, and we also really enjoyed the breakfast in the ma…”
“Super friendly and helpful staff, made us feel very comfortable and welcome”
“The facility was clean”
“Clean location”
“Nice common area with a pool table”
“There were horses, and a common area with a pool table”
Overview
Peacefully situated by Lake Villingarholt, Vatnsholt Bed & Breakfast is 16 km from Selfoss town centre. Impressive mountain views are featured. The rooms of Vatnsholt Bed & Breakfast are simply furnished and have either private or shared bathroom facilities. Housed in a renovated farmhouse, Vatnsholt’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a rustic setting. The menu offers regional specialties made with locally sourced ingredients including the on site lake. The staff can help arrange activities like horse riding, fishing and football golf. Other facilities include free WiFi, a children’s playground and a large outdoor area. The guesthouse is situated by Iceland’s scenic Ring Road, 70 km from Reykjavik. On-site parking is free for guests.
Traveller reviews
Alicja
family_with_children
May 27, 2026
Lovely spacious home for entire family to relax after hole day of sightseeing, comfy beds, and views on mountains and glaciers!
Andras
couple
May 21, 2026
The accomodation is in a very remote place, but it was quite alright for sleeping. Our room was upgraded to one with a private bathroom. That was a big up, and also the coffee in the morning.
Giulia
couple
May 17, 2026
“Lovely and quiet. Great value for money”
Beautiful place. Horses and a small lake nearby. The facility was clean. Nice common area with a pool table. The bed was very comfortable. They offered also some complementary tea and coffee.
Noa K. Ha
solo_traveller
May 3, 2026
Viewing the horses out of the window..cozy bed.
Rojas Clerc
extended_group
May 3, 2026
“Very nice place”
The place was very comfortable and had lots of space. There were horses, and a common area with a pool table. They offered us hot chocolate on the house
Luz Nirvana
solo_traveller
April 29, 2026
Everything was perfect. Good location in a loved quiet place.
Anna
extended_group
April 13, 2026
We stayed in a cottage. Beautiful from the outside, though a bit dated inside. The bathroom, however, had been newly renovated. The cottage is very small, but you do have your own private bathroom. The beds were very comfortable. The staff were very friendly, and we also really enjoyed the breakfast in the main house. The accommodation is very centrally located in the south. From there, it’s easy to reach the Golden Circle, Vik, and Reykjavik. It’s also a wonderful spot for seeing the northern lights. And the horses right outside the door were very cute.
Angus
couple
April 5, 2026
Super friendly and helpful staff, made us feel very comfortable and welcome.
Dario
extended_group
March 23, 2026
“Nice and quiet place”
Clean location. Small but comfortable rooms
Alessia
extended_group
February 3, 2026
“Nice option for groups or families”
The accommodation is ideal for a group. Even though we didn't take advantage of them, the common facilities at the reception (free drinks, board games, billiard pool, etc.) are very welcomed.
Maja
couple
December 19, 2025
“Great stay”
The location is remote and perfect, the rooms are tiny which is a regular thing in Iceland. Everything was clean, the staff was really nice. The common area is amazing, you have pool, darta, DVDs, board games, awesome vibe.
Laura
couple
December 10, 2025
“Great! Would stay again.”
Lovely hotel, the room size was large which was great to have. The bed was very comfy, best bed we had in Iceland. The windows were also lovely to be able to look out and see the northern lights! As it is a little bit of a drive from a town, we appreciated having the restaurant onsite!
Katarzyna
couple
November 12, 2025
“Calm location good for the golden circle tour”
We stayed for two nights, the location was good for the golden circle tour with your own car. It is good location for northern lights, we saw there the most beautiful one through all the trip of Iceland. City is far enough to see it very clear, if you’re lucky.
PHK
family_with_children
October 22, 2025
Quiet location. Restaurant food is not bad
Madhura
couple
October 10, 2025
Everything except the size of the room was perfect. People were excellent.
Nikhita
couple
September 30, 2025
“Beautiful and perfect stay”
The location is beautiful and the host were great. Lovely people and amazing hospitality. I would recommend this place to everyone who wants to stay close to golden circle. Additionally the hot chocolate and chocolate coffee was best.
Joshua
couple
September 12, 2025
“Great for relax, car is mandatory.”
Quiet and cosy. Perfect to relax. Free coffee anytime.
Sara
extended_group
September 10, 2025
The staff was soo kind and helpful. Room was very clean. We could check in later. Common room was soo fun and full of cool activities but we didn't have time to use it. That's my only regret.
Hiu Yeung
couple
September 1, 2025
“Caught the northern lights in the middle of nowhere!”
Good stay overall and their restaurant is actually pretty good - do try it out if you do not want to drive all the way to either Selfoss or Hella for food. Don't go to the hotel by route 302 (Urriðafossvegur?) though - the gravel road condition is really bad.
Kaylene
couple
August 21, 2025
“Lovely”
Lovely helpful staff Good home cooked meal Endless hot tea
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Children's playground, Billiards, Darts, Hiking, Games room, Evening entertainment, Movie nights, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Live music/performance
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Laundry, Meeting/banquet facilities, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Tour desk, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
Deluxe Apartment
Offering free toiletries, this apartment includes a shared bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The spacious apartment offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 9 beds.
Three-Bedroom Apartment
This spacious apartment includes 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The apartment offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit has 5 beds.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
This heated room comes with a private bathroom fitted with a shower.
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. The family room has parquet floors and features a wardrobe, heating and garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
Cottage
Located 60 metres from the main building, these cottages include a private bathroom with shower.
Deluxe Double Room with Bath
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features parquet floors, heating and lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room
This heated room has a private bathroom with a shower.
Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Heated room with shared bathroom facilities.
Basic Triple Room
Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room offers a wardrobe, parquet floors and heating. The unit offers 3 beds.
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
Featuring free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room features parquet floors and heating. The unit has 3 beds.
Three-Bedroom Suite
This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The suite also offers a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with lake views, this suite also provides a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 5 beds.
Family Studio
Offering free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a toaster. The studio offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
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