Hótel Skálholt in Golden Circle

Hotels
8.8 (1008 reviews)
Skálholt , Skálholt , IS

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Hiking
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent historic location next to cathedral / great views
Free hot tubs / spa enjoyed by many
Beautiful, quiet and architecturally interesting building
Comfortable rooms (despite size)
Friendly and helpful staff / smooth check-in
Good on-site restaurant (some praise, e.g., lamb)
Cozy breakfast/restaurant area
Close to major attractions (Golden Circle)
Cons:
Small rooms and very small bathrooms
Bathroom issues: weak shower flow, musty/stale smell
Breakfast limited / inconsistent for price
Some guests found dinner/food poor or overpriced
Unable to arrange adjacent rooms for same booking
Occasional dated/thin-walled property issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Rooms frequently described as clean, but multiple mentions of small/unclean bathrooms, musty smell and weak shower flow reduce score.
Service
9.8
Several reviews praise very nice, friendly and helpful staff and smooth check-in; one negative comment about attention regarding food, but overall service is consistently highlighted positively.
Location
9.5
Very strong consensus on excellent, historic location next to the cathedral/with great views and proximity to attractions (Golden Circle); location is a standout feature.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms are described as comfortable and architecturally interesting but often small; bathrooms repeatedly noted as very small which lowers the score slightly.
Amenities
9
Hot tubs/free spa repeatedly mentioned and enjoyed; restaurant and on-site facilities available — amenities are a clear positive.
Value for Money
8
Mixed feedback: some guests find the price high (peak season) while others call the price-quality ratio excellent; overall slightly below target due to perceived high cost and limited breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Mixed reviews: some praise the restaurant and specific dishes (lamb), others criticize the dinner and find breakfast limited or poor for the price.
Overall Experience
9.5
Majority of guests recommend the hotel, noting calm, historical charm, comfort and enjoyable amenities — overall experience is very positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-15 06:30

Property Description

Garden Oasis and Cozy Rooms

Escape to Hótel Skálholt, a tranquil retreat nestled in Skálholt. Relax in the garden, unwind in the shared lounge, and savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Comfort and Convenience

Experience comfort in every room equipped with essential amenities like a desk, kettle, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even feature a kitchen for added convenience. Plus, enjoy free WiFi and a concierge service during your stay.

Adventure Awaits

Embark on exciting adventures with hiking opportunities around Skálholt. Explore nearby attractions such as the majestic Gullfoss Waterfall and historic Thingvellir National Park. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Icelandic getaway at Hótel Skálholt.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1008 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 9.5
K
Kateryna • couple • cz
8
Pros:

Location
Clean rooms

Cons:

Breakfast must be improved.
Shower is really small and without glass wall which brings some discomfort to use it after due to wet floor everywhere.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Amy • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Quaint hotel located next to a historic church and archeological site.
Amazing restaurant! The food was wonderful. Probably the best we had in Iceland!

Cons:

Small bathroom

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Exceptional. The hotel is situated in an idyllic, green setting, right next to a beautiful church on a small rise. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The on-site restaurant offers an excellent breakfast and serves hot meals throughout the day until late in the evening. The hotel is lovely, and the Jacuzzis are wonderfully warm. The hotel is highly recommended.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • couple • it
7
Pros:

Accogliente e ben curata

Cons:

La doccia molto vecchia con tubi a vista e lavandino dentro la doccia

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Hallgrímur • couple • is
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
D
Dieter • solo_traveller • de
10
Sehr gut
Pros:

Tolles Hotel mit gutem Preis Leistungsverhältnis für Island.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Roecker • family_with_children • de
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • at
10
Pros:

Man konnte den Whirlpool rund um die Uhr nutzen.

Cons:

Es ging nur ein winzig kleines Dachfenster zu öffnen. Leider hatten wir nach dem Duschen Probleme mit der Feuchtigkeit

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Lok Sze • extended_group • hk
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Sigurgeirsdóttir • solo_traveller • is
9
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
V
Vilbergsson • couple • is
8
Pros:

Vorum mjög sátt við dvölina

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Shay • couple • us
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Chiara • couple • it
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Lilja • solo_traveller • is
8
Pros:

Gʻóð gisting

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo Maria • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
R
Roberto Bertazzoli • extended_group • it
9
Pros:

Posizione isolata, nessun servizio nelle vicinanze, in compenso molto tranquillo e bel panorama

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Lilja • solo_traveller • is
9
Pros:

Mjög notalegt hótel á þessum sögufræga stað.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Janah • couple • us
10
Perfect location for our three day stay in southern Iceland
Pros:

I love that it was right next-door to the church. I would go in, in the morning and listen to the music playing in the old straw sanctuary

Cons:

The tile floor seemed dirty, but I don’t think it was. I think it’s just staining. Not sure I was a fan of the art in my room. I had to put the sloth picture away because it caused nightmares.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Arturo • solo_traveller • it
10
Una piacevole sorpresa fuori programma
Pros:

La posizione dell'hotel, immersa nella natura e in una posizione strategica. Si può vedere da vicino una casa antica in stile islandese e una chiesa. La struttura dell'hotel è davvero accattivante e costruita con criteri di sostenibilità. Si può fare il bagno nelle due vasche d'acqua termale all'interno dell'hotel. Si mangia veramente bene nel ristorante dell'hotel, che ha una struttura simile a una serra dove all'interno cresce una vera vite che fruttifica

Cons:

Mi è piaciuto tutto. Il prezzo è alto come in tutti i posti in Islanda ma ottimo in relazione ad altri in termini di qualità.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee