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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jacopo • couple • it
8
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Viola • couple • at
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • au
8
Good location and decor with a comfortable room.
Pros:

The hotel is in a great location, very close to the falls. The rooms are a decent size and very comfortable. The breakfast was also good. Can't comment on the restaurant for dinner as it was closed on the night we stayed, due to a death in the chef's family.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Maria nieves • couple • es
10
Parada Gullfoss para rodear Islandia
Pros:

Aparcar gratis en la puerta .
Desayuno bueno y un buen café expreso o capuchino.
Habitación cómoda y moderna

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Olga Lucia • couple • co
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • ch
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Oussama • couple • fr
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • de
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Asma • couple • ae
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Katinka • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Heel goed diner

Cons:

Niks

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Zhuoxin • couple • cn
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Alles perfekt. Grosses Zimmer, großes Bad, super Frühstück. Aurora sehr gut zu beobachten, da es ringsherum dunkel ist.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Fran • couple • us
10
Great stay in rural, beautiful area
Pros:

The restaurant food was very, very good. The room was comfortable, large enough, quiet and located with lovely views. The staff was pleasant and very helpful.

Cons:

No complaints at all.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • us
10
Amazing! Would visit again.
Pros:

Friendly staff. Amazing breakfast! Clean rooms. Nice views and location.

Cons:

Few restaurants nearby.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Docent2000 • couple • pl
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Luca • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Julien • couple • fr
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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YANKUN • extended_group • cn
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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jose luis • couple • es
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee