Hotel Gullfoss
Hotel Gullfoss
You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Hotel Gullfoss. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.
This highland hotel offers a restaurant with traditional Icelandic lamb and seafood dishes. Located by the Hvita River, it is just 3 km from Gullfoss Waterfall. WiFi is free. Tea/coffee facilities, a TV and private bathrooms are in all rooms at Hotel Gullfoss. A daily breakfast buffet is served in the hotel restaurant. A seating area and TV are found in the lobby. The erupting Great Geysir is a 10 minute-drive away. Thingvellir National Park is 35 minutes from Gullfoss Hotel. The Kjölur highland road is 2 km away and connects northern and southern Iceland. Reykjavik city centre is 90 minutes away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Sign in, save money

Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- David
United Kingdom
“The Hotel is a really nice place to stay. We found the staff really helpful. The dining room is in an excellent location with lovely views and the food is good. Would return.” - Arun
India
“Great location between Geysir and Gulfoss. Comfortable rooms. They gave us extra heater. Breakfast is wonderful and staff are nice.” - Alice
Switzerland
“The hotel was very nice, maybe the nicest we tried during our journey in Iceland. It is very close to the waterfall. Breakfast was really good, and the restaurant had a good proposal (in line with the other restaurants in Iceland).” - Edward
United Kingdom
“Exceptional food on the evening menu. Breakfast was also of a very high quality.” - Neil
United Kingdom
“Peaceful location. Unlike anywhere else we have stayed.” - Kwok
Hong Kong
“With a big backyard and balcony at the hotel. Can saw the aurora from the window of the room. Amazing stay at the hotel. When occupies some more days. There are hot bath pool and sauna room. Also, can make dinner and breakfast in the room.” - Katerina
United Kingdom
“Lady at the reception was absolutely amazing ( think she was Romanian) she couldn’t do enough for us and nothing was problem. She offers to us wake up call ( know on the door) if northern light will appear and she did. Thanks to her we got to see...” - Lorejena
Italy
“breakfast was nice with adequate variety of food provided. Room was clean and adequate in size. "aurora warning" service worked and allowed us to see the no. 1 reason for our trip close to the North Pole Circle” - Paulien
Netherlands
“Very friendly staff, lovely bar, nice shower gel and shampoo.” - Georgia
United Kingdom
“Excellent location for a stop on the golden circle, about 5 minutes from Gulfoss and has parking. Bed was incredibly comfortable after a long day.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Facilities of Hotel GullfossGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Horse ridingOff-site
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
General
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Soundproof rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
- German
- English
- Spanish
- Icelandic
House rulesHotel Gullfoss takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
When booking 4 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please inform Hotel Gullfoss in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.