Hotel Selja

Hotels
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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Patricia • couple • es
4
No lo recomiendo
Pros:

Ubicación. Silencioso.

Cons:

Habitaciones muy pequeñas, baños pequeños e incómodos. Limpieza más que mejorable. Precio desorbitado para lo que ofrecen. Desayuno poco variado. Personal poco amable.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • gb
7
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • at
6
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mari • family_with_children • fi
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • ca
9
Nice hotel, nice stay.
Pros:

The room was quite large and the bed was very comfy. Have both dinner and breakfast at the hotel and everything was nice. Good location and good value.

Cons:

Everything was to our liking.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mirco • couple • de
7
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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MU • couple • cn
8
能看到极光，完美
Pros:

晚上在外面看到了极光。

Cons:

热水壶有污渍。

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jakub • couple • cz
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Meghan • couple • us
10
Highly recommend!
Pros:

Our anniversary dinner prepared by the chef was amazing! I loved the location of the hotel.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Costanza • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • us
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • couple • us
8
Pros:

Not much to look at from the outside, but the rooms were cute, clean and cozy. (a bit small). Out in the middle of nowhere, so great views. Parking lot a little rough to get luggage through--large gravel. Breakfast very nice for size of hotel.

Cons:

Cleaning appliances out in hall the entire time. Staff didn't mention some amenities about the property--like dinner, laundry and snacks for sale.

2026-08-30 • 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
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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
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