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About this property
Located within the famous Golden Circle sightseeing trail, Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse overlooks Lake Laugarvatn, Hekla Volcano and the Eyjafjallajökull Glacier. A bistro, café, bar and tour desk are found on site. WiFi is free. Set in a 1920s former school building, Héradsskolinn offers both private rooms and dorms. All rooms feature bright décor, lake- or mountain views and access to a pool table and TV lounge. Guests can choose between rooms with private or shared bathrooms. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed at Héradsskolinn’s bistro. Guests can enjoy a drink in the bar or relax in the library. A children’s playroom is also found on site. Thingvellir National Park and the famous Geysir Hot Spring are within 25 km. Gullfoss Waterfall is 38 km away. Laugarvatn Geothermal Bath is right next to the guest house. Popular area activities include hiking in the Highlands and fishing in Lake Laugarvatn.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Bjoern
Ireland“It was very close to the airport and it has a complementary shuttle bus. What is running from 4 o’clock in the morning for free. At the moment they’re renovating, but they’re very respectful with anything affecting customers.” - Manaswini
Netherlands“The family room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The staff were extremely generous and welcoming, and the common gathering area with its cozy furniture made the stay feel warm and inviting.” - Marijil
Canada“This place has an amazing view with an even better vibe!” 
Caio
Brazil“The location was great, the place was really wonderful, beds comfortable, staff extremely friendly.”- Teresa
Germany“Wet interesting and historic! Lots to see, very cozy and super friendly stuff.” 
Justyna
Austria“A charming and atmospheric place with history. Modest rooms, but a great common area for guests. Delicious coffee at the bar. Definitely worth a stay!”- Jacob Netherlands“Cute guesthouse, nicely located along the golden circle loop, clean and with a nice restaurant!”
- Alberto
Italy“Historic building, with great atmosphere and a kids-friendly restaurant too. Large & silent room overlooking the lake was perfect.” - Celi Italy“Welcoming staff, bistrot available (we had dinner there), well furnished, historical building with lots of antiques and books to look at.”
- Anh
Sweden“We had a large room with 7 beds for 5 persons so very spacey. Personnel was nice and helpful Comfortable beds Good prices for accomodation Good location near many sightseeing sites in golden circle”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Heradsskolinn restaurant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside check-in hours, please inform Héradsskolinn in advance.
Sleeping bags are not allowed.
If booking more than 5 rooms, special policies apply.
Please inform Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
