Torfhús Retreat

Hotels
9.6 (101 reviews)
Dalsholt , Selfoss , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful rooms
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Exceptional restaurant
Great service
Magnificent location
Beautiful place
Cons:
Unstable bed / average mattress and pillow
Unkempt carpets in rooms
Decoration / room decor feels old
Table cleanliness (untidy condiments like Tabasco bottle)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Some cleanliness issues noted (unkempt carpets in rooms, untidy items on tables such as a Tabasco bottle) so slightly below top tier.
Service
9.9
Multiple mentions of friendly and 'super' service; service considered excellent and slightly elevated to balance lower room/cleanliness comments.
Location
10
Explicitly praised as 'situation magnifique' — outstanding location.
Room Quality
8.9
Rooms described as beautiful but also criticized for an unstable bed, average mattress and moderately comfortable pillow and somewhat dated decoration.
Amenities
9.6
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.6
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
10
Multiple strong praises for restaurant and breakfast (very good / exceptional restaurant), so rated at the top.
Overall Experience
10
Overall very positive impressions ('Ganz Island in einem Hotel zusammengefasst', 'Beautiful place') — excellent overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 02:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Modern Amenities and Relaxation

Outdoor Activities and Exploration

Experience the ultimate retreat at Torfhús Retreat in Selfoss. Indulge in luxury with spacious rooms equipped with top-notch amenities and picturesque views. Unwind in the hot tub, savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, and explore the beautiful garden. For relaxation, enjoy the hot spring bath or opt for a rejuvenating hike or bike ride in the scenic surroundings. With easy access to Geysir and Gullfoss Waterfall, your Icelandic adventure awaits. Book your stay now and create unforgettable memories at Torfhús Retreat.

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.
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

9.6
Based on 101 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 9.9
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 9.6
Value for Money: 9.6
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Dieter • couple • ch
10
Ganz Island in einem Hotel zusammengefasst
Pros:

Schöne Zimmer
Freundliches Personal
Gutes Frühstück
Sehr gutes Redtaurant

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Claude • extended_group • ch
10
Situation et restauration exceptionnelles
Pros:

Situation magnifique, restauration exceptionnelle

Cons:

Lit peu stable, matelas moyen et oreiller modérément confortables ( c’est le maillon faible de l’établissement)

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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michaelve • extended_group • be
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Stefanie • couple • ch
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Yves • family_with_children • de
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • ch
8
Aussergewöhnlich gutes Nachtessen
Pros:

Das Nachtessen war ausserordentlich gut.

Cons:

Einige Dinge bräuchten mehr Aufmerksamkeit: Teppiche im Zimmer, Tabasco auf dem Tisch sehr ungepflegt etc.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Drago • solo_traveller • hr
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Helga • couple • ch
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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philippe • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Exceptional restaurant
Super service
Beautiful place

Cons:

The decoration is too old

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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sarah • couple • us
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Elissa • couple • ae
10
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • gb
10
Magical ✨
Pros:

Magical place to stay and would definitely go back again.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Jeanette • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Gitta Susanne • extended_group • dk
8
Skøn ophold
Pros:

Beliggenheden, stilheden , maden

Cons:

Jeg manglede at der var et skab eller lignende med bøjler til at hænge kjole/jakke mv. på.

2025-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Anjana • couple • us
10
One of the best stays of my life!
Cons:

The property was gorgeous. We saw the northern lights. The semi private geothermal pool was the perfect temperature. The food was delicious.

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Felix
10
Pros:

Ghd

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • partner
10
Pros:

Unique experience. Gorgeous property. Excellent staff. All around lovely.

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Juliane • extended_group • de
10
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Marta • extended_group • es
10
2025-08-27 • via Nuitee