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Hótel Húsafell

Husafell , Húsafell (Show on Map)

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Info Hotel Húsafell is a unique and comfortable hotel located in the Icelandic Highlands offering 48 rooms with heated floors, organic Icelandic toiletries and original artwork by local artist Páll Guðmundsson. Guests can witness the Northern Lights with an average of three sightings per week during the winter months from the comfort of their own room. The hotel's restaurant offers seasonal menus with a focus on local ingredients and a beautiful environment for an unforgettable dining experience. Hotel Húsafell also provides amenities and support for meetings and conferences and offers various activities such as geothermal pools, midnight-sun golf and hiking in the surrounding natural beauty. It's an ideal destination for business events and the perfect base for exploring Iceland.

Summary of reviewsHótel Húsafell is a stunning and modern hotel located in a picturesque setting surrounded by nature, making it the perfect spot for exploring glaciers, waterfalls and lava caves. The hotel offers exceptional service with helpful and accommodating staff who go above and beyond to make guests feel welcome. The breakfast buffet is outstanding, while the dinner at the restaurant is considered a remarkable dining experience with craft cocktails and exceptional local cuisine options. The rooms are clean, modern and well-appointed with comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms. While the pool facilities received mixed reviews, the hotel's facilities and level of service are generally considered high-end and luxurious. Overall, Hótel Húsafell is a beautiful and clean option for a relaxing stay in Iceland.
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Location of the pool: Outdoor pool

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Room Types

Standard Double or Twin Room This double or twin room features a minibar, tea/coffee maker and a mountain view. Artwork of Pall Gudmundsson is showcased in the rooms.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room This spacious double or twin room has a seating area, cable TV and a mountain view. The stylish bathroom offers a bath and double washbasins. Artwork of Pall Gudmundsson is showcased in the rooms.

Deluxe Suite This suite features a patio, seating area and large en suite bathroom with a bath and shower. A coffee machine, work desk and wardrobe are also included. Artwork of Pall Gudmundsson is showcased in the rooms.

Superior Double or Twin Room This soundproofed twin/double room has cable TV and tile/marble floor. There is also a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Slippers and bathrobes provide extra comfort.

Three-Bedroom House This holiday home features a full kitchen with stovetop, a sofa and DVD player. There is also a private hot tub and sun patio.

Two-Bedroom House The hot tub is the standout feature of this holiday home. This holiday home features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The holiday home also comes with a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this holiday home also features a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Three-Bedroom House This holiday home features a hot tub. This holiday home features 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The holiday home also comes with a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this holiday home also features a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 6 beds.

About Hótel HúsafellHotel Húsafell is a true gem located in the Icelandic Highlands, where modern comfort meets stunning natural beauty. With 48 rooms in four different categories there's something for everyone at this unique hotel. All rooms feature heated floors, organic Icelandic toiletries, and original artwork by local artist Páll Guðmundsson, ensuring a comfortable and authentic stay. Plus, all rooms are non-smoking, making it a safe and healthy environment for all guests.

One of the main attractions at Hotel Húsafell is the Northern Lights, which can be seen with an average of three sightings per week during the winter months. The hotel's location near the Langjökull glacier provides ideal weather conditions for Aurora Borealis sightings, with clear, crisp skies. It's truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience to witness this natural phenomenon from the comfort of your own room.

When it comes to dining, Hotel Húsafell offers seasonal menus with a focus on local ingredients. Whether you're looking for traditional Icelandic cuisine or international flavors, the hotel's restaurant has something for everyone. The beautiful surroundings and top-notch service make for an unforgettable dining experience.

Hotel Húsafell also offers excellent amenities and support for meetings and conferences, making it a great destination for business events. And when it comes to exploring the surrounding area, there's no shortage of activities to choose from. Take a dip in the hotel's geothermal pools, play a round of midnight-sun golf, or hike the nearby trails. With so much natural beauty to explore, it's easy to see why Hotel Húsafell is the perfect base for your Icelandic adventure.

Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Location

If you're looking for a hotel that offers incredible views and access to natural wonders, then look no further than Hótel Húsafell. With a location that's perfect for Northern Lights spotting and close to many tourist attractions, you won't run out of things to do. Guests rave about the picturesque setting, surrounded by nature with hiking trails just outside the hotel. Whether you're interested in exploring glaciers, waterfalls or lava caves, this is the perfect spot. And even though it's well-removed from any towns, the hotel offers activities that are lots of fun. But don't worry - while it may be far from civilization, the hotel still offers spacious rooms with amazing food, making it the ideal place to relax after a long day of adventuring.

Breakfast

Guests staying at Hótel Húsafell can wake up to a delicious and comprehensive breakfast spread. Many reviewers raved about the outstanding and delicious breakfast options with some even claiming it was the best breakfast they had during their 10-day visit to Iceland. Others mentioned the breakfast buffet was fantastic or even exquisite. The dining area also received high praise for its modern decor and beautiful views of the surrounding area. However, a few guests felt the breakfast was a bit disappointing, especially when compared to the excellent dinner options. Despite varying opinions, most guests enjoyed a good breakfast with plenty of options available.

Dinner

Guests at Hótel Húsafell were treated to amazing food and exceptional staff in the comfortable and beautiful surroundings. Many reviews applauded the world-class kitchen at the hotel, serving delicious and creative dishes with great menu options. While some found the restaurant menu rather limited and expensive, the quality of the food was exceptional with amazing local cuisine options and a choice of vegetarian dishes. Some guests also noted the need for more vegan options at breakfast and dinner. The dinner at the restaurant was mostly outstanding with some exceptional moments and only a few minor niggles and the service was rated as some of the best in Iceland. Overall, the restaurant at Hótel Húsafell was considered a remarkable dining experience, offering upscale dinner with craft cocktails, executed beautifully in a unique dining space.

Rooms

Hótel Húsafell offers clean and modern rooms with comfortable beds, some of which have stunning views. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed with up-to-date furnishings. Guests can also enjoy special features like Icelandic wool throws, sheepskin pillows and nice toiletries. The bathrooms are particularly spacious and clean. While some guests found the rooms to be fairly basic or small, others noted that they are comfortable and cozy. Overall, this newer hotel is well-designed, relaxing and has a beautiful interior.

Beds

The beds at Hótel Húsafell have received a mixed response from guests with some describing them as super comfortable while others found the mattresses too soft. However, the majority of guests enjoyed a good night's sleep on the comfortable beds. Some rooms had double beds made by pushing two single beds together, but guests still found them comfortable. The rooms themselves were spacious and clean with some having large bathrooms or wet rooms. The hotel also provides high-quality woolen blankets for added comfort. Overall, the beds at Hótel Húsafell were comfortable and offered the perfect size for a good night's sleep.

Cleanliness

If you are looking for a clean and modern hotel with good amenities, consider staying at Hótel Húsafell! Guests consistently mention the cleanliness of the hotel, from the rooms to the bathrooms. The rooms themselves are comfortable and warm with many being quite spacious. Special features like Icelandic wool throws and sheep skin throw pillows add a cozy touch. The hotel is well-maintained and lovely with nothing to complain about really. Even the restaurant boasts beautiful views and cleanliness. Overall, Hótel Húsafell is a very beautiful and clean option for your stay in Iceland.

Staff

Guests of Hótel Húsafell have raved about the exceptional service they received from the staff during their stay. Many guests mentioned how helpful and accommodating the staff were, going above and beyond to make sure their needs were met. Some guests even named specific staff members who stood out to them, like Greta and Eva, for their exceptional service. The restaurant staff were also highlighted with many guests mentioning how friendly and attentive they were. There were a few negative comments about unfriendly front desk staff, but most guests had overwhelmingly positive experiences with the hotel's staff. Overall, guests felt very welcomed and well-attended to by the service team at Hótel Húsafell.

Pool

Guests at Hótel Húsafell had mixed experiences with the hotel's pool facilities. Some praised the outdoor and heated pool with a water slide, while others found them closed for maintenance or renovation. Some guests were disappointed that the pool was only available on weekends or at restricted times and others wished there was a heated pool option. However, there was an outdoor activities office next door and guests enjoyed the lounge spaces and the excellent restaurant, offering delicious breakfast and dinner with a great view. Some guests recommended the nearby Krauma spa since the pool/spa was down for repair. While some guests found the pool area in need of an update to be considered luxury, others appreciated the beautiful natural surroundings. Overall, the hotel's facilities and level of service received mixed reviews from guests.

4 Star

Hótel Húsafell is a beautiful and brand-new hotel that provides superlative service and is considered one of the best hotels in the area, making it the best value hotel. This hotel of this level is definitely worth the money, however, some guests felt that it was not a true four-star hotel, but rather a solid three stars. While the breakfast reminded one guest of cafeteria food, the dinner at Krauma Spa, which is located 20 minutes away, was a great alternative. Despite this, Hótel Húsafell is still a sehr ansprechendes neues Hotel that provides a classic and international standard hotel feel.

Luxury

Hótel Húsafell is a high-end, high-quality hotel that oozes luxury from every corner. The slick, modern design of the hotel generates a feeling of extravagance and exclusivity. It's a truly exceptional hotel that's found in a stunning, peaceful location surrounded by mountains, rivers and hot springs. While the pool area may need some updating, guests will still enjoy a stay at this hotel of such caliber.

Yes, Hótel Húsafell has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Panoramic View Pool, Pool Water Slide, Outdoor Pool. For more information, read the answers to the Pool questionnaire

No, a spa isn't available at Hótel Húsafell.

No, Hótel Húsafell doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Hótel Húsafell.

No, Hótel Húsafell doesn't have a gym.

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