Basalt Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (1176 reviews)
Iðunnarstaðir Lundarreykjadalur , Shkoder , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location and views
Very friendly, attentive staff
Quiet, remote setting ideal for a getaway
Clean, modern and comfortable rooms
Outdoor hot tub/pool with great vistas
Good dinner/restaurant
Cons:
Breakfast is basic / limited variety
Remote access (long gravel roads) — not ideal for everyone
Some rooms face parking or are less desirable ('dud' side)
No fridge in some rooms
Towels and bedding could be upgraded
Common lounge/board games area can be locked early (~10pm)

Categories

Cleanliness
9.6
Multiple reviews mention the hotel is very clean, modern and well maintained (e.g., 'extrem sauber', 'quiet, clean and comfortable').
Service
9.8
Service repeatedly praised as very friendly, attentive and helpful ('exceedingly friendly and helpful', 'équipe aux petits soins', 'sehr freundliches Personal').
Location
9.5
Location and views are a standout (unique, isolated, magical setting and great vistas), though the remoteness/gravel roads are noted and suit guests seeking a getaway.
Room Quality
9.3
Rooms described as comfortable and well insulated from light/noise; some negatives noted (a 'dud' room facing parking, missing fridge in some rooms, suggestion to improve towels/bedding).
Amenities
9.2
Amenities like the outdoor hot tub and pool are highlights and well maintained; some communal areas (board games/lounge) are liked but can be locked early.
Value for Money
9.3
Overall guests feel the hotel is superb and worth visiting; a few suggested modest upgrades (towels/bedding) that could push it more upmarket.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Dinner/restaurant receives good marks (tasty meals), but breakfast is frequently described as basic or mediocre and could use more variety (fresh fruit, more options).
Overall Experience
9.9
Overall sentiment is highly positive—many guests call it superb/perfect and say they would return; the setting, service and amenities drive strong overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-15 01:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Basalt Hotel, nestled in Borgarnes, offers a luxurious stay just 43 km from Thingvellir National Park. Each room is equipped with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, ensuring a comfortable experience for every guest.

Relaxation and Recreation
Guests can unwind in the hot tub or hot spring bath, perfect for rejuvenation after a day of exploring. With mountain views available in select rooms, the hotel provides a serene atmosphere for relaxation.

Convenient Location
Located near Reykjavík Domestic Airport, Basalt Hotel is easily accessible, making it a convenient choice for travelers. Explore the picturesque town of Borgarnes and enjoy activities like hiking during your stay.

Book your luxurious stay at Basalt Hotel now for an unforgettable experience in Borgarnes.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1176 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.6
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 9.9
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paola • couple • it
10
Da tornarci! Da una sensazione di serenità
Pros:

Davvero tantissimo! La stanza , la gentilezza, hot tube

Cons:

Niente assolutamente! Tutto per noi era perfetto

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Konrad • couple • at
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Adrienn • couple • hu
9
There was a smaller waterfall we reached on the sheep track.
Pros:

The flexibility and the hot bath.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • us
6
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • family_with_children • se
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Francois • couple • gb
10
Magical place!
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • gb
10
Superb option - go for it
Pros:

Second visit to Basalt - it really is superb

Cons:

They could push a little more up market without changing much with some decent towels and bedding

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Dirk • couple • be
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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vanesa • family_with_children • es
10
Maravillosa estancia en Basalt Hotel
Pros:

Las vistas y tranquilidad

Cons:

Faltaba una nevera en la habitación

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • us
10
GOOD HOTEL IF YOU WANT TO GET AWAY
Pros:

great staff, room was good, and it was clean. Food was good

Cons:

I liked it, but the location is remote - only good for someone who wants to be away from everything.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Alles!Absolut perfekt!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Dieses Hotel war einfach perfekt!Alles fügte sich in die Umgebung ein.Gutes Frühstück mit frischem,warmen Brot, das Essen im Restaurant lecker, sehr freundliches Personal und ein toller Außenpool. Wir kommen definitiv wieder!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Wulf • extended_group • de
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Tolles Hotel in absoluter Alleinlage.
Das Highlight war der Hotpool mit wunderschöner Sicht über die Ebene.
Absolut empfehlenswert.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Vels • family_with_children • dk
10
Fantastisk ro og smukt placeret
Pros:

En helt særlig beliggenhed. Hotspot var fantastisk . Servicen var Go, hyggelig og opmærksom

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • fr
9
Un hôtel isolé dans un lieu magique que l on atteind apres quelques kms de piste . Un Hot tub pour se reposer en arrivan
Pros:

La localisation, accueil par une équipe espagnole aux petits soins. Chambre comfortable , bien isolée de la lumière et du bruits .

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • ch
9
Icelandic Wilderness
Pros:

The Basalt Hotel is located in a relatively remote area and is reached via a 20-km gravel road from the east or alternatively about a 5-km gravel road from the west. My room was comfortable, but they clearly gave me the dud side facing the parking lot, which I did not particularly appreciate. The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, and there is a very nice warm tub behind the property with a spectacular view (equal to what is visible from the rooms on the non-dud side). The dinner at the restaurant was very tasty and the dining area is nice, with big windows. It is a bit unfortunate that this entire section of the hotel, which also contains the board games section and would generally be a nice place to hang out, gets locked up at around 10 p.m. ... And this can seem quite early, given the long bright nights in the summer. Let me not forget to emphasise that the pristine landscape surrounding the hotel is absolutely drop-dead gorgeous.

Cons:

Breakfast was very basic, with good ingredients, but I would have loved, for example, some fresh fruit, a boiled egg, and some yoghurt. Some prefab fruit juice was quickly gone, so I could not even try it. Perhaps some real fruit was hiding somewhere, who knows? In any case, there was also no staff going around the tables; they were all hidden somewhere in the back room. I think some low-cost improvements could make a big difference to that important part of my hotel experience.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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joosten • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Dagmar • couple • de
9
Es war wunderbar
Pros:

Das freundliche Personal und die Ausstattung 

Cons:

Das doch recht spartanische Frühstück

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Nina • couple • no
10
Pros:

Quiet, clean and comfortable. Good dinner with great service.

Cons:

Breakfast was just what you needed, but not big

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee