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Skálatjörn Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Riverfront guesthouse in Selfoss

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A Border Collie stands behind a barbed wire fence in a lush outdoor setting.
Situated on a grassy hill, this charming home offers a serene rural retreat with a fenced area and a goat grazing nearby.
Cozy bedroom with two single beds, a window offering a view of the night sky, and a simple, clean design.
Cozy living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and TV.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the open landscape from the comfort of your room.
Located on the tranquil riverbank, Skálatjörn Guesthouse offers a peaceful retreat with scenic views from its picturesque garden and inviting terrace. Connect to WiFi, park at ease with free self parking, and appreciate the attentive concierge services that previous guests have praised.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$216 nightly
The total price is $247
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 129 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Panoramic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Studio | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Basic Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Studio (Disability access) | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, blackout drapes

Family Studio (Disability access)

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Exceptional
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Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 322 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Skálatjörn, Selfoss, 0801

What's nearby

  • Urridafoss Waterfall - 19 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Selfoss Church - 22 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Turf House - 23 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Knarraros Lighthouse - 27 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Kerid Crater - 36 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 66 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffi Vöðlakot - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Café María - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bookkaffi - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Skálatjörn Guesthouse

Situated on the bay, Skálatjörn Guesthouse is a great choice for a stay in Selfoss. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Icelandic

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Concierge services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Fees & policies

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Skálatjörn Guesthouse Selfoss
Skálatjörn Selfoss
Skálatjörn Guesthouse Selfoss
Skálatjörn Guesthouse Guesthouse
Skálatjörn Guesthouse Guesthouse Selfoss

Frequently asked questions

Does Skálatjörn Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Skálatjörn 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 Skálatjörn Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Skálatjörn Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Skálatjörn Guesthouse and nearby?

Skálatjörn Guesthouse has a garden.

What's the area around Skálatjörn Guesthouse like?

Skálatjörn Guesthouse is located by the river. Popular attractions include Thingvellir National Park, which is 48 minutes away by car.

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Skálatjörn Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bathroom
Bed
View
Children
Kitchen
Tours
Farms
Kitchenette
Accomodation Type

Reviews

8/10 Very good

We got a room on the second floor so we had to carry our luggage by using the stair. The room was spacious for 4 persons with well-equipped kitchenwares. The host was kind and she offered us to join the goat tour of her farm for free but we couldn’t make it because we arrived there later than the tour started. It’s easy to find the place on google map.
Budsaya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and nice goats to see. Very peaceful place to stay
bruno, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property. Wonderful and cozy stay!
Margarita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location and the room looked brand new!
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay with Helena and Stefan was wonderful. It was great to learn about the Icelandic goats and the farm is so pretty. Rooms are clean and very convenient to have kitchen amenities.
Bonnie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Would recommend the goat tour. Thank you for the accommodations!
Garrett, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simply the best.
Myungkeun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I loved staying at Skálatjörn for our first 3 nights in Iceland! Helena is an excellent host, and we loved how quiet the property was. Plus, they have goats, a cat, and a dog!

10/10 Exceptional

The accommodations were very clean and kitchen was very well stocked. Helena was very kind showing our group to our room. Definitely a unique experience and best place we stayed at during trip to Iceland, would come back here again in the future.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely farm 10 min from Selfoss

Lovely remote farm outside of Selfoss. Close to Golden Circle. We caught the Northern lights. Helena was friendly and welcoming. We missed her 6pm goat tour but hope to come back again.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helena, as the owner, wonderful. She did a tour of her goats (and the kids were so cute). The room was great, including the bathroom.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the beds and shower! We wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you!
Cory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and comfortable with a well-equipped kitchenette. It's in a perfect location for viewing the Northern Lights when the sky is clear, if you're able to stay up late enough. Helena was very attentive and responsive and even gave us a tour of the farm, introducing us to her very friendly, adorable goats and of course the barn cat that looks after them :-)
Elon, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helena was a great host who let us spend some time with the goats. Her home is very spacious and has a nice “comfty” feeling to it.
Monica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This beautiful property has a goat farm! The goats are very friendly and we even got a tour of their facilities. The apartment was clean with a nice fridge, stove, very comfortable bed. It was calm and peaceful and convenient to the Golden Circle. And it was very economical!
Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helena and Stephan were very accommodating and have a wonderful guesthouse on a sprawling property close to Selfoss. We shopped for breakfast groceries before checking in because the kitchenette had everything needed. Very clean and comfortable beds. One of the highlights was the goat farm tour where we met the extended family, including Max.
Susan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Meh place. No goats. Nothing around.
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed here for 4 nights while visiting Iceland. The room was nice and the bed was comfortable. It was convenient to Selfoss and easy to get to. The guesthouse is about 100 meters from where the owners stay. Need to pick up the key there. The goats and cat are cute.
Robert, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Country oasis

Beautiful large apartment with three bedrooms, bath, kitchen and dining/sitting area. Plenty of room for 5 people. Absolutely loved the location out in the countryside with great views. The host and hostess were incredibly friendly and helpful. There were goats on the property and tours were given each night at 6. Something special you would not get elsewhere that enhanced our experience in Iceland. Highly recommend.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome! We loved Skálatjörn Homestay!

I ONLY have great things to say about Skálatjörn Homestay. Clean room. Comfy Bed. Kitchenette to make breakfast. Beer upon arrival! Friendly kitties and goats. Friendly host. We absolutely loved our stay here. Everything was perfect, and the host has added so many nice touches to the room for you to be comfortable. We were so sad when we had to leave this charming homestay, but if we ever return, it is our only place to stay! Loved it! Thanks Helena and Stefan. We hope you enjoy the Maple Syrup!
Tyler, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is ok, not as impressive as we want but it served the purpose. We booked the property at the last minute and need some place to stay and cook the food ourselves. The room has very thing we need, a mini electronic cooktop, pots, and pans. Though, the road to get into the property was very rough. We came from Vik and were driving on route 1 and made exit and that was when we found out that the gravel road was difficult to drive. Other than that, every was okay.

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful night

Kristina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jack, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

jen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

alloggiato in monolocale adatto per ospitare 4 persone, in due letti matrimoniali - più che altro si tratta di una grossa stanza quadrata con piccola cucina e tavolo, oltre ai letti - ottima pulizia, gentilezza dei proprietari, tranquillità - buona la posizione in aperta campagna - bagno di dimensioni enormi, poco riscaldato
FRANCO, 1-night trip