Hotel Gullfoss

Hotels
8.8 (1899 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 1899 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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Stephanie • family_with_children • de
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Milena • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und haben sogar Polarlichter sehen können vom Jaccuzi aus.
Die Lage ist optimal, um vor den Touristenströmen zum Gullfoss und zum Geysir zu fahren.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Amalie • extended_group • dk
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • ch
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Ambrosia • solo_traveller • se
6
Pros:

The waterfall nearby was magestic.
The resor was simple and ok.

Cons:

Hard bed. No warm breakfast. Simple breakfast.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Yanxing • solo_traveller • cn
8
Pros:

地点非常的好，离黄金瀑布很近，房间中规中矩，很暖和，设施干净，一个小插曲就是前台搞错了房间，等我们入住之后，另一对中国老年夫妇也打开了房门，搞得我们很惊讶，过了一会儿，前台小哥跑过来特意道歉，感觉还是有服务的。早餐非常棒，品种丰富，鸡蛋，火腿，面包，水果，咖啡，奶酪应有尽有，房间的窗外的景色也很好，冲着一片农场，仔细看的话，还有一条小河和瀑布，晚上睡觉也非常的安静。

Cons:

没什么不好

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Wojciech • family_with_children • pl
7
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Rika • solo_traveller • nl
10
Een pareltje.
Pros:

De kamer was ruim, goede bedden en gelegen in een geweldig mooie omgeving..

Cons:

Niets.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Eldad • solo_traveller • no
9
Pros:

Great place , very clean, friendly staff, good breakfast.

Cons:

Water stream in shower coukf be stronger. But anyhow it is not catastrofical.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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DANIELE • solo_traveller • it
10
Meravigliosa
Pros:

La struttura è gradevole, in una posizione ottimale per tutte le attrazioni della zona

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Frauke • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Alles!!! Rundum wohlgefühlt in einem modern und doch passend gestyltem Hotel mitten im Golden Circle!
Sogar vegane Speisen abends und morgens im Angebot!

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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ALLEN • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Donat • extended_group • ch
10
Pros:

Sehr freundlicher Empfang-tolle Lage und ausgezeichnete Küche! Top

Cons:

-

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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sabry • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Un posto dove il mondo si ferma e non puoi fare altro che rilassarti. Ottima la cena.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Sivapriya • couple • us
10
Pleasant and great!
Pros:

Although the area may seem in the middle of no where the inside and rooms and very up to par and modern.

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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WALTER • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Beate • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Das Preis/Leistungsverhältnis war für Island top, das Frühstück war gut, das Personal freundlich und nett. Das i-Tüpfelchen waren aber die ToGo Becher neben der sehr guten Kaffeemaschine, damit sich noch einen Kaffee mitnehmen konnte für die Fahrt.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • fr
9
Came, reposant.
Pros:

Sa situation au calme et proche des lieux touristiques

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Taila • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee