Héradsskóli, 840 Laugarvatn, Iceland
#7 of 11 hotels in Laugarvatn
Guests' ChoiceBased on 505 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 June 2024
Sesselja
IcelandBrekfast 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: 24 June 2024
Ása
IcelandThe host is super friendly
Everything was clean and the appartment is in á historic building
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Ala-sorvari
FinlandShared bathroom and wc
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Bo
DenmarkNo kitchen, but a very busy and noisy restaurant
Great location and an interesting history told through interior decor
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Connor
United StatesWindows 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: 19 May 2024
Lvh98110
United StatesThe 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: 3 April 2024
Helén
SwitzerlandThe 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: 26 March 2024
Nurseit
KazakhstanWearing 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: 18 March 2024
Alexander
GermanySome 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: 27 February 2024
Ryan
United StatesDoors 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: 2 February 2024
Alice
United KingdomThe 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: 15 January 2024
Luke
AustraliaRooms 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
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Elisa
ItalyVery nice place, located in a good position
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Dana
United StatesThe doors were very loud. Even with a reminder posted on the inside of our door and trying to close it soflty, it was impossible to do so quietly. In fact, the sound of other guests coming and going from their rooms at night, were pronounced even with earplugs in, which made it difficult to fall/stay asleep.
The building had charm, was very clean and nicely decorated (including historical pieces). The staff were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. A convenient restaurant had surprisingly delicious pizza. We also had a nice dinner of lamb and fresh salads. They also offered breakfast for a small fee. A bonus was the close proximity of the Fontana Hot Springs located within a 3 minute walk across the parking lot. What a nice way to relax before bed!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Michalina
PolandThe bedroom was slightly too small
I liked the area where the location is situated, as well as the owners and the close SPA reachable with a short walk
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Todd
AustraliaSeemed to have rules posted everywhere for everything gave the feeling of being in boreding school.
Unique and quirky guesthouse which had a lot of character. Dinner was basic but met our needs. Comfortable and spacious.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Helen
United KingdomWhen we arrived we were told the Bistro wasn't open to guests as there was a Christmas party. They said the local restaurant was open and it wasn't..... it would have been good to know this before we arrived.
Warm and cozy. Clean and quirky.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Vivienne
United KingdomMore fresh coffee!
Great sized room overlooking the lake. Very clean indeed. Had breakfast there once and was lovely - good selection.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Aleksandra
AustraliaThe location was great and the offer of a discount for the thermal pool was appreciated.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Jennifer
United KingdomHuge tour group staying the same night as us. Bathroom crowded and breakfast very busy / not much food left!
Lovely old building with original features Staff friendly and helpful when we were delayed Rooms comfortable
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Kelly
United KingdomLow cost but great views, clean and comfortable. Beautiful building and right by a Hot Springs.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Lukas
SwitzerlandIt seems to be in the middle of a weather cold spot.
Interesting place Wonderful staff
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Stefan
IsraelNo bathroom on the floor of the room, no cattle to prepare tea, have to leave your shoes at the property entrance but they don't provide the promissed slipers, the floors are cold linoleum instead of the promissed hardwood floors.
Comfortable room with carpeted floor.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Thi
NetherlandsStaff seemed bored; Check-in explanation was quick/fast and she was just on her phone. I do have to mention i get it a bit, cause in Iceland people often just stay 1 night. So she prob. does it 100 times a day.. Showers were on the opposite side of the building and toilets were. Bit annoying they werent together. Expensive dinner menu and breakfast was a let down. We were an half hour before breakfast buffet closes. They didnt want to make more eggs.
Beautiful ‘historic’ building. Nearby a few beautiful sightseeings.
Stayed in September 2023
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