Hotel Selfoss is situated on the banks of the Ölfusá River, offering stunning views of Ingólfsfjall Mountain. It features 139 well-equipped rooms and is recognized for its strong commitment to environmental sustainability. The hotel's convenient location in Selfoss makes it a strategic base for exploring nearby natural attractions such as the Golden Circle.
Location
Hotel Selfoss is centrally located in Selfoss, surrounded by shops, cafes, and restaurants. It is only 37 miles from Reykjavik, making it a suitable base for day trips to explore iconic South Iceland attractions. Transportation options, including bus and taxi services, are readily available for guests.
Rooms
The hotel offers a diverse range of 139 rooms, including Standard, Superior, Premium, and King rooms. Each room is designed for comfort with amenities like satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. Many rooms provide views of either the garden or the river, enhancing the guest experience.
Eat & Drink
Riverside Restaurant serves a variety of high-quality dishes in a comfortable setting with picturesque river views. The restaurant features an à la carte menu and is open year-round, welcoming both hotel guests and the public. Happy hour specials are available daily from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Leisure & Business
Guests can unwind at the Riverside Spa, which offers an authentic Icelandic sauna, steam room, and hot tubs for relaxation. For business needs, the hotel boasts six well-equipped meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 650 attendees, emphasizing versatility for events and conferences.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
86%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly staff
Great location
Limited breakfast options
Paid Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
8.8
Location
9.3
Service
9.1
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
8.6/10
based on 8 review
8.4
8.4/10based on 2202 review
Tom
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.8/10
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with fantastic views and a double bed. The service was exceptional, providing all necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. The location, right on the river, was convenient for exploring the area, and the dining experience was top-notch with a variety of options to choose from.
Rooms
9.0
The room with a double bed and fantastic views was incredibly comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service, including housekeeping and tours assistance, was excellent.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location on the beautiful river was perfect for sightseeing.
Dining
9.0
Dining at the hotel included a variety of options for all tastes, making it a delightful experience.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were top-notch, ensuring a luxurious stay for all guests.
Brian
United States of America,
December
2023
9.0/10
The hotel sits right on the riverbank in the heart of Selfoss, offering a fantastic Scandinavian-style experience with comfortable beds and breathtaking views. The service was top-notch with excellent housekeeping and a warm welcome drink. However, the dining options were somewhat limited. Overall, a great value for money choice.
Rooms
9.0
I loved my room with the riverside view, it was cozy and in the typical Scandinavian style, the bed was super comfortable, and the views were absolutely fantastic.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, from housekeeping to the welcome drink, everything was perfect.
Location
10.0
The location is ideal, right in the center of Selfoss with a delicious free breakfast to start the day off right and within walking distance of the town center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good, catering for all tastes and with 'Happy Hour' prices, although I wish there were more granola options.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a pleasant stay.
David
United States of America,
November
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers stunning riverside views and embodies the typical Scandinavian style, providing a comfortable stay with some minor drawbacks. The service is attentive with nice extra touches, but the dining options could be improved. The location is central, offering a great base for exploring, yet the facilities are somewhat limited.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms have fantastic views and are styled in the typical Scandinavian fashion, offering a comfortable riverside experience.
Service
9.0
The service was attentive, with nice touches like welcome drinks and helpful tours/ticket assistance.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally situated in the center of Selfoss, right by a beautiful river, providing a picturesque setting.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, although enjoyable with freshly prepared dishes, could have more variety to cater to different tastes.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers basic facilities that meet essential needs; however, additional amenities could enhance the overall guest experience.
Paul
United Kingdom,
August
2023
9.0/10
The hotel offers rooms in the typical Scandinavian style with fantastic views on the lower floors with riverside view. The service is exceptional with housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, tours/ticket assistance, and happy hour. Its location in the center of Selfoss with a delicious free breakfast by the beautiful river ensures a memorable stay. The dining experience caters for all tastes with 'Happy Hour' prices and includes croissants. The facilities are modern and offer a variety of amenities, providing great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are beautifully designed in the typical Scandinavian style, offering fantastic views on the lower floors with a lovely riverside view.
Service
10.0
The service was impeccable, with attentive housekeeping, laundry service, a delightful welcome drink, helpful tours/ticket assistance, and enjoyable happy hours.
Location
9.0
The hotel's prime location in the center of Selfoss by the beautiful river provides a perfect base to explore the area, with a delicious free breakfast enhancing the experience.
Dining
8.0
The dining options are diverse, catering to all tastes with 'Happy Hour' prices and a delightful selection that includes tasty croissants.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are top-notch, modern, and include a range of amenities that contribute to a luxurious and comfortable stay, offering great value for money.
James
United Kingdom,
July
2023
9.0/10
The hotel offers stunning views with comfy beds, especially on the lower floors with a riverside view. The location is central in Selfoss with a lovely free breakfast. The service includes housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, tours/ticket assistance, and happy hour. Dining options cater to all tastes, and facilities are top-notch for a relaxing stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms provide fantastic views and are equipped with comfortable beds.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, offering housekeeping, laundry, welcome drinks, tours/ticket assistance, and enjoyable happy hour.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located on the river in Selfoss, providing lucky guests with a nice view over the river. It's close to a superb restaurant nearby and convenient for visiting the Seltun geothermal area.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience is fantastic with included meals and 'Happy Hour' pricing suitable for all tastes.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are top-notch, offering everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Friendly staff
Limited breakfast options
Edward
United States of America,
May
2023
9.0/10
This hotel is a gem by the riverside in the heart of Selfoss, offering breathtaking views and cozy Scandinavian-style rooms. The service is top-notch, with great amenities and a central location. However, the dining options may leave a bit to be desired.
Rooms
9.0
I was delighted by the comfortable bed in my riverside view room, beautifully decorated in the typical Scandinavian style. The fantastic views added a special touch to my stay.
Service
9.0
The service here was exceptional. From housekeeping to the friendly welcome drink, everything was well taken care of. I even got great assistance with tour bookings and laundry.
Location
10.0
I couldn't ask for a better location. Being right by the river and in the center of Selfoss made exploring South Coast attractions a breeze. The delicious free breakfast was the cherry on top!
Dining
8.0
The dining experience here was a delight with a good variety for all tastes. I especially enjoyed the hand-made pasta and the 'Happy Hour' prices made it even better.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay. I truly enjoyed the riverside setting and the well-maintained amenities.
Billy
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.6/10
The hotel offers fantastic views and a double bed in a typical Scandinavian style. The service is top-notch, although the price slightly affects the value for money. The location is unbeatable in the center of Selfoss with a delicious free breakfast, but some dining options could be improved. The facilities are great, though a bit pricy.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are beautifully decorated in the typical Scandinavian style with fantastic views.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with attentive staff offering housekeeping and tour assistance.
Location
10.0
Situated in the center of Selfoss, right by the Olfusa river, the location is perfect with a delicious free breakfast provided.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience is good, offering a variety for all tastes, but could have more options for improvement.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are modern and convenient, with amenities like a welcome drink and laundry service available.
David
United Kingdom,
April
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers a cozy Scandinavian style with amazing riverside views. The rooms are comfortable, but the pricing could be more competitive. The service is top-notch, yet some additional amenities would enhance the value further.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are beautifully designed in a typical Scandinavian style with fantastic riverside views.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with attentive housekeeping and helpful staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located by the river, making it easy to explore the charming town of Selfoss.
Dining
7.0
The dining options cater to various tastes, but the prices could be more budget-friendly.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, but additional features would elevate the overall experience.