Hotel Gullfoss

Hotels
8.8 (1873 reviews)
Brattholt , Haukadalur , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Hiking
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location for Gullfoss/Geysir and Golden Circle
Friendly and helpful staff (frequently mentioned)
Comfortable, well-heated rooms for many guests
Good restaurant and strong breakfast buffet
Pool and jacuzzi available/positive
Cons:
Occasional small rooms or lack of room charm for some guests
One notable complaint about surcharge/not honoring booking rate
Breakfast missing some hot options for a few guests (scrambled eggs/sausages)
A couple of guests mentioned mattresses were not ideal

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple reviews note clean rooms and well-kept facilities (e.g., 'Camere pulite', 'rent og pent'); no significant cleanliness complaints.
Service
8.9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful in many reviews, though one guest reported a cold reception and an issue with booking-rate enforcement, slightly lowering the score.
Location
9.5
Location is repeatedly praised as excellent for Gullfoss, Geysir and Golden Circle excursions; reviewers call it a very convenient base for sightseeing.
Room Quality
8.7
Most guests report comfortable, spacious, well-equipped rooms and good bathrooms; a few found rooms small or without charm and one mentioned disappointing mattresses.
Amenities
9
Amenities like the restaurant, jacuzzi and pool are highlighted positively (free jacuzzi noted, pool mentioned), contributing strongly to guest satisfaction.
Value for Money
8
Several guests felt the hotel offers good price-performance, but at least one guest experienced an unexpected surcharge relative to the booking rate, lowering perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Breakfast buffet and hotel dinners are frequently praised ('sehr gutes Frühstücksbuffet', 'La cena... fué excelente', good restaurant), though a few noted limited breakfast variety (e.g., cheese selection, missing scrambled eggs/sausages).
Overall Experience
8.1
Overall impression is positive with many recommendations, comfortable stays and good dining; isolated issues (booking/payment dispute, minor room drawbacks) temper the top score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 05:46

Property Description

Unique Dining Experience
Indulge in traditional Icelandic lamb and seafood dishes at the hotel's restaurant, offering a taste of local flavors by the Hvita River.

Convenient Location
Situated just 3 km from the majestic Gullfoss Waterfall, Hotel Gullfoss provides easy access to one of Iceland's most iconic natural wonders.

Modern Comforts
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, tea/coffee facilities, and private bathrooms in all rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay amidst Iceland's breathtaking landscapes.

Experience the best of Iceland's natural beauty and hospitality at Hotel Gullfoss. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

When booking 4 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.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: REK

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1873 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Dana • extended_group • ro
9
Lovely quiet hotel with great view and good location
Pros:

Great location with view over the valley, quiet, close to the waterfall and the geysir area. Rooms look and feel sparkling new. Restaurant is cosy, not big, reserve table in advance.
Extremely friendly staff, they were the highlight of the place.

Cons:

Just to be picky, breakfast could have had a little more variety -- some hot dishes made to order, omelettes or crepes.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Joyce • solo_traveller • cn
10
Pros:

冰岛南线三晚最便宜的酒店，但房间是最大的，酒店的晚餐虽然品种很少，但出乎意料地好吃，甚至可算整个冰岛行程中最好吃。

Cons:

没什么

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Fisher • couple • us
8
Pros:

Friendly staff; helpful.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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christine • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Detlef • couple • de
9
Alles op!!
Pros:

Frühstücksbuffet sehr gut, ruhige Atmosphäre im Frühstücksraum
Lage zum Gulfoss und als Ausgangspunkt für Hochlandtouren (z.B. Landmannalaugar) absolut o.k.
Zimmer mit allem ausgestattet, was es braucht! ;)

Cons:

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2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Irma • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • family_with_children • be
10
Très bon rapport qualité/prix
Pros:

Personne gentil, repas très bons, chambre fonctionnelle, emplacement pratique

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Jeanette • solo_traveller • nl
9
Fijn hotel, vlakbij Geysir.
Pros:

Mooie, ruime kamer, fijne badkamer en mooi, vrij uitzicht.
Hotel is vlakbij Geysir- gebied.
Diner was prima en ontbijt was ook oké.

Cons:

De matrassen vielen ons wat tegen en het ontbijt had wat uitgebreider gekund wat kazen betreft.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • couple • de
10
Pros:

Very friendly staff…quit location with nearby Gullfoss

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Marjolein • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Tatjana • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Ein sehr gutes Frühstücksbuffet, freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal sowie ein komfortables Zimmer. Ich habe mich hier sehr wohlgefühlt.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • hu
7
Good stay
Pros:

Nice hotel really near to Geysir. The room was spacious and comfortable

Cons:

Really missed scrambled eggs and sausages from the breakfast. My Wife could not come, but it was not possible to get a refund for her breakfast.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
M
Mette • couple • dk
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Véronique • couple • fr
10
Très belle étape
Pros:

Très bel établissement bien situé.
Belle chambre.
Bon restaurant

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Jouni • couple • fi
9
2026-07-26 • via Nuitee
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Montse Ub • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

La cena en el hotel fué excelente

Cons:

Las habitaciones son pequeñas

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
Олена • couple • ua
10
Рекомендую, якщо подорожуєте країною.
Pros:

Ми зупинялись на одну ніч. Дуже затишний сучасний готель, персонал привітний. Сніданок смачний, вибір був. Нам вистачило. Змогли добре відпочити після дороги. Рекомендую.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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LEVI • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

ארוחת בוקר מעולה

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Reinhardt • couple • de
9
Eine gute Empfehlung
Pros:

Schönes, großes Zimmer mit modernem Bad. Freundliches Personal. Preis/Leistung ist im stimmigen Rahmen. Vorzügliche Küche im angrenzenden Restaurant. Auf alle Fälle eine gute Empfehlung.

Cons:

keine Anmerkung

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nl
9
Oase van comfort na ‘boring’ en erg hobbelige Kjölur route F35
Pros:

Goede kamer, zeer plezierig personeel

Cons:

Geen opmerkingen

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee