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Reviews of Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse

Héradsskóli, 840 Laugarvatn, Iceland

#9 of 11 hotels in Laugarvatn

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Review Score

Based on 547 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: June 26, 2024

    10
    Conveniently located 5 min walk to the Fontana Baths & Bakery.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    I love the history behind the hotel and the fact that it is in short walking distance from the Fontana baths & bakery. Also, the restaurant in the hotel was very convenient.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2024

    9.0
    Just lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Brekfast was great, we also ate dinner at Héraðsskólinn and it was delicious. We got discount and went to Fontana wich was great. The staff was lovely and this place is so great

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2024

    9.0
    Á perfect acomadations for family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host is super friendly

    Everything was clean and the appartment is in á historic building

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shared bathroom and wc

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2024

    8.0
    Historical old school with a great view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No kitchen, but a very busy and noisy restaurant

    Great location and an interesting history told through interior decor

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    7.0
    Affordable place with a historic feel. Don't expect luxury, though.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Windows need bug screens, as there were mosquitoes (?) everywhere. The walls were super thin and we could hear all our neighbors at night. Bring some earplugs if you plan to stay here.

    Loved the old school-house feel. Super convenient to walk down to the hot springs just downhill. All the communal rooms for dining and hanging out made this place feel extra homey. The staff we met were amazing and welcoming.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    10
    Great central location for the golden circle adventures.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything! Location, price, bedding, ambiance!

    Perfect location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2024

    7.0
    Perfect location for getting an early start to your Thingvellir National Park visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The WiFi signal wasn't strong enough to reach my room. There are only three toilets serving 19 rooms on the second floor. Opening/closing doors is a noisy process if people aren't careful about it. The breakfast, for an additional cost, was just okay. It should be included. (It's too bad that Laugarvatn doesn't have a bakery.)

    Very friendly and accommodating staff. Beautiful, historic building in a lovely, quiet setting. Clean, carpeted rooms and hallways (shoes off policy). Great location between Geysir and Thingvellir National Park. (You can easily tour TNP before 1000 when the first tour buses begin to arrive.) Within easy driving distance to Efstidalur II restaurant for lunch/dinner/ice cream.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I went to walk by the mountain and I didn't get enough time to do the Check out on time by 10 am. Maybe it should be extended until 11 am if it's possible.

    Amazing place with a spa really close ( Fontana) and the chance to do some trekking( even hiking) in the mountain in front to the hotel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tea and coffee making facilities would be handy.

    Beautiful building in beautiful surroundings. Most helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    7.0
    Good place to stop along the Golden Circle.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The rooms could be slightly bigger, but we had no issues with it as we were only staying one night.

    The hotel is beautifully located on top of the hill side overlooking the lake below and the wonderful nature. The hotel has small but comfortable rooms and we stayed in a room that shared a bathroom in the hall. It is all very clean and the house is decorated in an old vintage style which goes well with its history. Very comfortable beds. We did not try the restaurant or the breakfast but enjoyed a drink in their bar.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    7.0
    Nice location with a view, but no food available at premises.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wearing shoes on premises is not allowed. They should at least provide slippers. Was very cold walking barefooted. Also, they should mention their restaurant under renovation. No where near food available.

    Very beautiful old house right on the lake side with great view.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    10
    Gorgeous find
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is a snowy mountain view on one side, and a gorgeous lake on the other side of the hotel. There is a thermal spa a short walk from it, and the facility is very practical, warm and clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    We had booked the family room and we had so much space for all the kids, luggage, and still had space to move about and not bump into each other. The building itself is amazing, and the decor will take you back to says gone by in a homey and welcoming way. Loved staying here!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a lovely stay and the staff were amazing and kind. Our room was beautiful and we had a great view. The whole house is amazing and we recommend it highly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some rooms should be replenish - otherwise great guesthouse that i would recommend.

    Loved the antique charme of the building. Checkin, checkout and communication were easy. The staff was wholesome and tired their best to accomodate me even though they were undergoing constructions.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    8.0
    Great place to stay with fantastic service
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Doors are old and loud but not a big deal.

    Really nice guesthouse, extremely clean and has lots of accessibility for disabled persons (wheelchair lift to upper floors, stair lifts for main area). Food was great as well. Breakfast is a bit pricey, but they serve lox and other cured meats along with boiled eggs etc so it was worth it. Extremely clean bathrooms with hot showers. Rooms have decent sound proofing, you can’t hear your neighbours too well unless they’re being very loud.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    10
    Loved our stay. Friendly staff, clean and cosy guesthouse. Brilliant location :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You share a bathroom but it is super clean and there is enough space.

    Super cosy guesthouse. Great location, next to the geothermal spa and close to a super market and gas station. In nature and lots to see near by.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    10
    super comfortable, good value, interesting decor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    elevator works, but could be better. wish they sold bath salt, the tub was good but didn't fullyenjoy it without bath salt.

    interesting decor, history and architecture. Linen was very comfortable, floor is soft so walking on it doesn't produce noise, boardgames, pictures and books everywhere

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    all of it

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower facilities are quite simple but clean and functional.

    It's a very beautiful building with an interesting history in spectacular surroundings. The communal areas are very nice and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and it's great to have a bar and kitchen on site that are open throughout the day.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A. Everything was great.

    Second time I've stayed here, won't be the last. Amazing building. Great breakfast. Quick walk over to Laugarvatn Fontana Spa. Came in late January for the quiet atmosphere. Fabulous interior design. Easy check-in. Fast wi-fi.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2024

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nil

    Location was great, parking was good, Building fit out is perfect

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms are a bit small when staying by myself and 2 beds in the room.

    Nice location out by the lake and very friendly staff and breakfast available.

    Stayed in January 2024

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