Hotel Hjardarbol

Hotels
8.2 (1521 reviews)
Hjardarbol , Selfoss , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent breakfast with wide variety and homemade items
Friendly, welcoming and helpful staff
Quiet, scenic location close to nature and attractions
Hot tubs/thermal pools and cozy communal spaces
Good for families or groups; homely/cozy atmosphere
Useful communal amenities (large fridge, kitchen area) and friendly resident dogs
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness; reports of insects and bathroom odors
Rooms are often small/cramped and sometimes poorly maintained
Limited number of bathrooms / long waits at peak times
Occasional lack of kitchenware and small common-area capacity
Some beds uncomfortable or broken in a few rooms
Concerns about hot tub hygiene from a few guests

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed to negative: multiple guests report insects, occasional unclean rooms, bathroom odors and long waits for toilets; a few guests noted clean rooms but cleanliness is inconsistent.
Service
9.2
Strongly positive: staff repeatedly described as amazing, very welcoming, helpful and friendly across several reviews.
Location
9
Positive: quiet, close to nature and well positioned for sightseeing (Golden Circle); generally praised for setting and convenience.
Room Quality
6.5
Below average: many reviews mention very small or cramped rooms (especially 4-person rooms), uncomfortable/bunk beds, old furniture and some maintenance issues (broken bed frame).
Amenities
8.5
Generally positive: hot tubs/thermal pools and communal spaces are frequently praised, plus helpful shared kitchen and large fridge; some concerns about limited kitchenware, hot tub hygiene and small common areas.
Value for Money
7.8
Mixed: several guests cite good value and recommend the stay, while others feel rooms do not justify the price.
Food and Beverage
9.5
Very positive: breakfast repeatedly highlighted as excellent with wide variety, homemade jams and high quality — one of the standout features.
Overall Experience
9.1
Positive overall: many guests describe the place as cozy, homely and a family favorite thanks to service, breakfast and setting, tempered by cleanliness and room-size issues for some.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 09:02

Property Description

Explore the Golden Circle and South Coast
Located just 7 km from Hveragerdi and Selfoss, our hotel is the perfect base for your Icelandic adventure.

Cozy Amenities
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a communal lounge with hot water, microwave, and complimentary coffee and tea. Don't forget to visit our souvenir shop for local products.

Comfortable Accommodations
Choose from rooms with private or shared bathrooms, and don't miss out on our homemade breakfast available at the reception desk. Our friendly staff is always ready to help you make the most of your stay.

Book your stay now and experience the beauty of Iceland with us!

Important information:

Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

If you expect to arrive after 23:00, please inform Hjardarból Guest house in advance.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1521 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 9.2
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.1
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balavoine • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Javier • extended_group • es
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Dario • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Javier • extended_group • es
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Jonatan • solo_traveller • es
9
Muy bien
Pros:

Esta muy bien todo, el chico que habla español súper amable. Las piscinas de aguas termales una maravilla que puedas usarlas hasta las 23:00. Me pusieron una habitación mejor de la que yo había contratado, sin saber porque.

Cons:

No tienen una cocina como tal para que la uses. Solamente tienen un microondas y una airfryer. Cubiertos platos y vasos si que hay.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • us
8
A Night Along the Road - During Our Ring Road Adventure
Pros:

The room was a typical hotel room. It was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. The grounds were very nice. Having the dogs welcome us was a nice touch. The breakfast was good.

Cons:

It would have been nice if the room had a tea kettle, with tea and coffee, and a refrigerator.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • extended_group • es
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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małgorzata • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Przyjazne miejsce dla turystów.
Smaczne śniadanie, ze sporym wyborem: jajka, skyr, konfitury, wędliny, sery, ryby, ciastka, kawa, herbata.
Możliwość samodzielnego korzystania z jadalni z mikrofalówką, czajnikiem i talerzami, sztućcami, kubkami.
Baseny z termalną wodą. Przyjazne psy oraz króliki, co podoba się dzieciom.

Cons:

Woda w kranie ma zapach wody siarkowej, niektórym może to przeszkadzać. My po 1 dni byliśmy już przyzwyczajeni.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Kostas • extended_group • dk
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • it
2
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Evgeny • family_with_children • ca
7
Pros:

Reasonable price, in comparison to all overpriced things in Iceland. Close to a town where you can buy things you need. There are things to do around even during the bad weather since there are couple of caves nearby. Free tea, coffee and cookies was nice, and there were some food that looks like were left by other guests in the kitchen for common use.

Cons:

Wasn't really a problem during our stay but potentially just one bathroom/shower per building for many guests may have a competition of use problem.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Jukka • couple • fi
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Claudio • family_with_children • it
10
Pros:

Ottima colazione

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Janis • family_with_children • lv
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Ottima soluzione per famiglie. E' stato possibile fruire degli hot tub esterni e della lobby, fornita di giochi da tavola e di caffetteria offerti dalla struttura.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

They provide an area where you can eat, providing cutlery, plates, cups, microwave, toaster, air fryer and they wash it all for you too. It’s quite. In the accomodation, the beds were really comfortable, it was clean. We stayed in a 8 person room with friends, so 2 families of 4. There were 2 toilets in this room which was the icing on the cake. Highly recommend

Cons:

Some people wrote inappropriate messages inside of the bunkbeds, I know it’s not the accommodation fault but still needs managing

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Agnieszka • solo_traveller • pl
3
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Skradziono nam jedzenie z lodówki!!
Bardzo hałaśliwa grupa rosjan, której obsługa chyba się bała, nie zwroxili im uwagi

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Camera ampia e riscaldata. Ottima colazione.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Emplacement, Jaccuzy et espace partagé fonctionnel

Cons:

L odeur de l eau, espace limitée en chambre (rangement)

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee