Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Packed lunches
Darts
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Issues with room temperature
Limited breakfast hours

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Several reviews highlight cleanliness, though concerns about room temperature and missing bath plug were noted.
Service
9.36
Multiple reviews praised the attentive and friendly staff throughout the hotel.
Location
9.4
Guests appreciated the convenient distance from Reykjavik and access to transportation.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms were noted as spacious and comfortable, with occasional complaints about temperature.
Amenities
8.88
Basic amenities were available, though some guests wished for better cooking facilities.
Value for Money
8.84
Overall good value; however, some guests had issues with specific services like breakfast times.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Breakfast was well-reviewed, though service hours were seen as limited by some guests.
Overall Experience
9.36
Many guests expressed a strong desire to return, indicating a highly positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:15

Property Description

Scenic Hotel Laxnes in Mosfellsbaer, Iceland

Comfortable Rooms with Scenic Views
Each room at Hotel Laxnes offers a cozy seating area, work desk, and TV. Some rooms even boast a kitchenette and a balcony with picturesque views. The simple yet comfortable decor ensures a relaxing stay.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in daily specials, light meals, and refreshing drinks at Laxnes’s restaurant and bar. Whether you're a foodie or just looking for a quick bite, our dining options cater to all tastes.

Exciting Area Activities
Let our friendly staff organize thrilling activities like horse riding, fishing, and kayaking for you. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience unforgettable adventures such as whale watching tours and jeep safaris.

Book your stay at Hotel Laxnes now to enjoy a perfect blend of comfort and adventure in beautiful Mosfellsbaer!

Important information:

Guests arriving later than 20.00 are requested to contact the hotel prior to arrival.

Please note that Hotel Laxnes provides airport transfers 24/7 at an additional cost. Guests wishing to use the transfer service are kindly asked to enter this information in the comment field when booking or contact the hotel directly via the contact details in the booking confirmation.

Please note that for group bookings more than 5 rooms, special policies apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KEF

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1513 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Gunnar • family_with_children • is
7
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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245driess • NONE
10
Nice and clean - Great staff
Pros:

The hotel is not a fancy or luxurious hotel.
It is more down to earth and has everything you need for a visit to Iceland.
They have a hot tub with outside area.
The staff is friendly and very helpful with information about the country and possible trips you can do.

2026-03-05 • via Tripadvisor
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smcfarlanesmf • NONE • Dublin, County Dublin
10
Great place to stay , beautiful views
Pros:

This was our second time staying here and we were met with familiar faces and the same friendliness. Location is ideal for exploring Iceland

2026-03-05 • via Tripadvisor
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Catherine • solo_traveller • be
7
Everything was good except the pillows that were bad quality.
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Wei • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Greer • family_with_children • us
4
Not as advertised
Pros:

The location near the airport was great. It is also near a public pool that was amazing.

Cons:

The property says that they have a hot tub in their amenities but you have to pay 50eu to us it! We also had to pay 60eu for a late check out which seems really steep. I would say overall it was very disappointing.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Michele-O • extended_group • it
8
Pros:

Se non si vuole pernottare a Reykjavik, la posizione è ottima e siamo, sostanzialmente, nella periferia della città. La struttura si posiziona in un crocevia di strade che portano in montagna per chi vuole uscire la notte a caccia dell'aurora boreale. La colazione, che abbiamo acquistato a parte, viene servita nel bar che al mattino è frequentato solo dagli ospiti dell'albergo. Non è economica ma comunque ricca e completa.

Cons:

La reception è all'interno di un bar locale, frequentato da gente del posto. Molto bello e caratteristico ma se si arriva nel tardo pomeriggio c'è un poca di confusione, si combina comunque tutto, sono molto informali

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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aga2509 • NONE • Rugby, Warwickshire, England
10
Good location
Pros:

hotel at good location easy access to local supermarket next to KFC, On the way road to Golden Circle around 1 hour drive to Thingvellir National Park. We travel as 5 have 2 apartments and token extra breakfast at hotel where was very good for money .Hotel clean and staff very friendly and helpful

2026-03-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Yuya • family_with_children • pl
7
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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María • couple • is
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • it
8
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Aurélie • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

Petit déjeuner copieux et bon, deco sympa et typique, places pour se garer, accueil sympathique et enjoué, chambre sympa et bien équipée et confortable

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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kayleighlouiseg2026 • NONE • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
10
An excellent stay
Pros:

My family and I stayed here for a celebration for my dad’s 60th. We had an incredible time in Iceland and a lovely stay at this hotel! We even saw the northern lights! Only thing was we had a booking for the hot tub but we weren’t able to go in as there was a frozen pipe however this did not spoil our stay! I would highly recommend this hotel to stay!

2026-02-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Cristiano • family_with_children • sk
9
One night in Reykiavik on the way to Vatnajökull
Pros:

Very profressional staff, excellent position, clean and cozy rooms. Recommended

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Haraldsson • couple • is
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
7
713vickic • Couples
10
Warm, clean, safe base camp to return to after days out exploring
Pros:

A warm base camp to return to after our days exploring Iceland. It was so warm and cosy and heaven to return to after being out in the cold all day or after an evening chasing the lights

We choose here because we wanted somewhere out of the city, where we could park and a room that had a door to outside so we could smoke and so that we could come and go at any hour without disturbing anyone.

The room was large and clean with everything we needed, the beds were comfortable and bins emptied and essentials (toilet roll and tea) topped up daily. Our only request would be a toaster to go with the microwave in the self catering room.

Staff were friendly and couldn't do enough for you, response via email was very speedy too. Lots of shops and food outlets nearby too and the traditional soup served in the evening was delicious.

The best part was how visible the northern lights were from the hotel, at the first hint of them there we knew to go out searching and we would find them. Then when we returned to the room we could see them in full glory just outside our window- stunning - photos were all taken outside the hotel, some were visible only though the camera and some were visible as seen in the photos to the naked eye

As some have said, on first impression when you pull up it feels a little dodgy - but looks are deceiving . We felt safe and looked after here and there was a nice community feel amongst the other guests staying too.

Thank you !

2026-02-21 • via Tripadvisor
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melissaemily250 • NONE • Wrexham, Wrexham County, North Wales, Wales
8
Should be 5* because it was lovely
Pros:

when we arrived early staff tried their best to let us check in early.. They really went above and beyond. My travel agency didn’t mention the rooms, so assumed they were all the same, but they’re not.. staff offered to upgrade our room even though it wasn’t their fault we didn’t have much of a view (room 1).
The room was clean and tidy and we were the closest to the hot tub.
Staff helped with bus routines and local taxi’s.. they told us where we can go locally to a supermarket, bakery and where to go for food.
The only reason I took off a point, is because we weren’t told anywhere about room tax, we paid to stay beforehand but upon arrival we were charge £5 per a night room tax, although that maybe in some small print I missed somewhere. We also had to sign and give our card details incase our room smelt of smoke, to ensure we didn’t smoke in the room, which is fine as we don’t smoke, outside our room the house keepers were smoking and honestly it stank, they smoked on the bench outside our room, with a basket full of bedding. Which confused me as I just signed and gave my bank details to promise our room wouldn’t smell of smoke, but workers were smoking a meter about from our room. that is why I took away a point/star. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay, bar staff were always welcoming and friendly.. we will be returning :)
Thank you.

2026-02-20 • via Tripadvisor
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Stay222048 • Couples • Portsmouth, Hampshire, England
10
Perfect View of the Northern Lights
Pros:

We stayed at Hotel Laxnes last week for 5 nights, everyone there is so friendly and helpful. Its our 3rd stay at the hotel and the staff have always been fantastic. The hotel is just a 15 minute bus ride from Reykjavik with a bus stop right outside and tours will pick you up from Laxnes too. There are some lovely walks and you can see seals in the sea on a good day. I always felt we had more chance of seeing the Northern Lights, staying out in the country rather than in Reykjavik. We were so lucky with this. Not only did we have an amazing Northern Lights tour but we had the Lights dancing for us all other nights right outside the hotel. You wouldn't get that in town. Proof we were definitely in the right place !

2026-02-18 • via Tripadvisor
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Natália • couple • sk
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Jón Þ • family_with_children • is
10
Pros:

Stærð á herbergi og framúrskarandi þjónusta. Hægt að fara í pílu og pool.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee