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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel in Bláskógabyggd with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Surrounded by Thingvellir National Park, Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse offers a warm welcome with a garden and coffee shop. Enjoy quality time with family at the playground or unwind on the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18

Room options

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom | Living area

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Desk
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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840 Laugarvatn, Bláskógabyggd, South Iceland, 840

What's nearby

  • Laugarvatn Fontana - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thingvellir National Park - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Kerid Crater - 19 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Geysir Hot Springs - 23 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Gullfoss - 29 min drive - 37.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Efstidalur II - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lindin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Barnloft - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gallerí - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Good Burger - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse

Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse puts you within a 15-minute drive of Thingvellir National Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Danish, English, French, German, Icelandic, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Spanish, Swedish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 6 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1928
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2350 for adults and ISK 1250 for children

Policies

This property uses geothermal energy.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Heradsskolinn Hostel Laugarvatn
Heradsskolinn Laugarvatn
Heradsskolinn
Heradsskolinn Historic
Héraðskólinn Hostel Laugarvatn
Héraðskólinn Hostel
Héraðskólinn Laugarvatn
Héraðskólinn
Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Hotel
Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Bláskógabyggd
Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Hotel Bláskógabyggd

Frequently asked questions

Does Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowmobiling and return when the snow melts for hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse like?

Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse is located a short 3-minute walk from Laugarvatn Fontana. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The bakery in the same parking lot is a very neat spot to visit
Juliana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfest was great. Host was super nice.
Serguei, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Historic guesthouse, friendly staff, clwan and comfortable rooms, walking distance to the Laugarvatn Fontana.
Gabriel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful guesthouse next to a fantastic hotsprings. Very quiet and peaceful with easy access to NP and other sites. Highly recommend!
Toulon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This guesthouse was so cozy and quiet - very unique and so glad this property was available!
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful view and walks near lake.
Denis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay!

10/10 Exceptional

Great location next to bread baking and hot spring
Kabir, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful place to stay.
nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and friendly staff, delicious food and very comfortable stay. They make you feel so welcome
Patrycja, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely setting with a beautiful view of the lake.
susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for 1 night with good atmosphere
Sebastian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful guesthouse , very clean and beautiful location
Neha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and very friendly staff. Requested for two twin beds and staff were very prompt with getting back to me.
Sharun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So cute. Love that I could walk to Laugarvatn Fontana (there's a discount if you say you are staying at the guesthouse), had a beautiful view of the lake, and the restaurant Was pretty good. Really enjoyed my stay here.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, clean, very friendly staff
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean place with amazing food to go with it.
Kyle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This guesthouse is an interesting use of an old schoolhouse in an area of Iceland with only a few other options. We found it a great stopover, and it has a relationship with the neighboring Fontana baths, a developed hot spring facility.
James W, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean and quiet
Antoinette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely aesthetic, rooms are tidy
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really loved the historic nature of the property and the location. Dining in house was also very good.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property, the staff, the accommodations, and the dining all exceeded expectations. It was our absolute favorite stay on our 10 day Iceland trip.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place!
We had a wonderful and comfortable stay at this hotel! The library sitting room on the main floor was so cozy. I would definitely book here again.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing building, very clean, great location, good price