Hotel Selja

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8.9 (1432 reviews)
Dímonarvegur , Hvolsvöllur , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location near Seljalandsfoss with mountain views and lupin fields
Modern, clean and comfortable rooms for most guests
Helpful/kind staff in many stays (assist with dinner, flexible)
Good breakfast; on-site dinner options and honour-system fridge
Peaceful, nature-surrounded setting ideal for excursions
Cons:
Remote property requiring driving off the main road
Limited staffing / largely self-service (staff present mainly mornings)
Occasional cleanliness issues (unclean shower, rough duvet) and one report of strong manure/tractor odour
Isolated food handling issue (expired gluten-free bread) and pre-ordering dinner policy
Perception by some that price is high for the level of service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.7
Mostly described as clean and the property is noted as new by several guests, but there are specific negative reports (unclean shower tiles, rough duvet cover, and a pervasive manure/tractor odour in one stay) that lower the score.
Service
8.5
Staff are often described as kind, helpful and accommodating (allowed dinner on check-in, assisted guests), but multiple comments note limited staffing (only mornings), some unfriendly interactions and a self-service approach which reduces the service score slightly.
Location
9.9
Consistently praised: excellent spot close to Seljalandsfoss, great mountain views, surrounded by fields of lupins and ideal for visiting Þórsmörk and nearby attractions — standout positive for most guests.
Room Quality
9.3
Rooms are described as comfortable, modern and clean in many reviews; a few issues are mentioned (rough duvet cover, isolated shower cleanliness complaint) but overall room quality is strong.
Amenities
9.3
Modern amenities noted (updated property), plus practical touches like an honour-system fridge with drinks and access to microwave/coffee area for guests. Limited on-site services/staffing is mentioned but amenities themselves are well regarded.
Value for Money
8.3
Generally good experiential value due to location and setting, but some guests feel the price is high given the largely self-service operation and occasional service/cleanliness lapses.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Breakfast is repeatedly called good; on-site dinner (lamb/fish) received positive notes and staff accommodated dining needs. Isolated issues include a report of expired gluten-free bread and the pre-ordering policy, but overall food and beverage is favorably viewed.
Overall Experience
8.9
Most guests report a peaceful, beautiful stay with excellent location and friendly moments from staff; a minority had strong negative incidents (odour, cleanliness) which balance out to an overall solid experience at the target rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 23:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Experience a luxurious stay at Hotel Selja, nestled in Hvolsvöllur. Just a short distance from iconic waterfalls like Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss Waterfall, our property offers a serene escape with a garden, free parking, and a restaurant.

Modern Amenities

Indulge in modern comforts with our well-equipped units featuring flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and stunning mountain views. Each room boasts a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and cozy bed linens, ensuring a relaxing retreat after a day of exploration.

Convenient Location

Conveniently located near Vestmannaeyjar Airport, Hotel Selja provides easy access to nearby attractions while offering a peaceful oasis for travelers. Book your stay now and elevate your Icelandic getaway with us.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1432 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.7
Service: 8.5
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Michael • couple • de
10
Schönes, ruhiges und idyllisches Hotel.
Pros:

Die Einrichtung war top, sauber und gepflegt, bequeme Betten, alles ziemlich neu. Schön in der Natur gelegen, sehr ruhig. Drumrum sind einige Wasserfälle, die man in wenigen Minuten mit dem Auto erreichen und besichtigen kann. Personal sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Sehr gutes Frühstück.

Cons:

Nichts auszusetzen.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
6
Great for a ring road stop, but evening meal not great.
Pros:

Room was a good size. It was very clean and comfortable. Peaceful location within easy reach of ring road.

Cons:

The food was poor and no atmosphere in the dining room. Staff not particularly friendly or customer focused.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
מיכל • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Irene • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Camera molto pulita, struttura bellissima, colazione completa e ottima!

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Mario • extended_group • it
7
Pros:

Camera accogliente come la buona colazione

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Valeria • family_with_children • es
7
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Korda • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Csodálatos festmények voltak a falon. Fantasztikus volt a kilátás és a reggeli. 😊

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • us
8
Clean, comfortable, and remote.
Pros:

The location is beautiful but remote so you need to plan on driving 15 minutes to reach dinner places.
Rooms are clean and comfortable. Breakfast is great.

Cons:

Needing to drive 15 minutes to find dinner places.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Mahesh • family_with_children • in
5
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Takahiro • solo_traveller • jp
10
Staff is very kind!
Pros:

The staff were incredibly kind and very accommodating. They were also very flexible in meeting our needs.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Ronen • solo_traveller • il
8
Pros:

מיטות נוחות, מקלחת נקייה ומים חמים, חדר מואר, ארוחת בוקר מעולה, יש לשים לב שניתן להזמין ארוחת ערב.

Cons:

חדר טיפה צפוף, שומעים את הפעילות במסדרון, ואחרי שהלכנו לישון עדין היה פעיל.
לא ניתן לפתוח חלונות על מנת לאוורר את החדר, החדר פנה לכיוון מזרח ובבוקר היה חם מאוד.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • family_with_children • ch
10
Endroit avec vue sur la fameuse cascade de la region
Pros:

Le souper commandé pour le repas du soir était délicieux!

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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prabhanjan • solo_traveller • us
8
A clean place to stay with updated amenities
Pros:

Close to Seljalandsfoss waterfall.

Hotel is surrounded by tons of wild flowers in summer. Great views all around.

Modern amenities.

You are expected to preorder your dinner during booking. However, the staff was kind enough to allow me to order dinner when I checked in.

Cons:

The hotel is a stand alone property with nothing around. You need to drive 2 kms from the main road to get to this property. Not that this is a concern but some guests might not prefer it.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Daniel K • couple • pl
9
Super located hotel that is clean and comfortable for visiting the Seljanlandsfoss and Thor's valley
Pros:

Loved the location - quite place by itself but close to the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and an ideal spot for visiting Prosmork - Thor's valley (highly recommended). The rooms were super comfortable. We were there in June so all round the hotel were fields and fields of those beautiful purple flowers (amazing photos). The staff were very nice and helpful. We ate both nights at the hotel - lamb and fish. As staff is not there all the time, they have a fridge with beer and wine (honour system).

Cons:

Nothing - was a relaxing well positioned locations for our trips in the area (waterfall, Porsmork (Thor's valley), black beaches, islands, etc.).

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Krzysztof • family_with_children • pl
10
Pros:

Very peaceful location great for people who want to get away and spend time close to nature. Beautiful view. Good breakfast.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Mcwithey • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Hanna • couple • is
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Veronika • couple • de
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Alessandra • couple • it
6
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Cheslak • couple • us
9
Wonderful
Pros:

Outstanding

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee