Dettifoss Guesthouse - Skinnastadur

Dettifoss Guesthouse - Skinnastadur

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Dettifoss Guesthouse - Skinnastadur
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Overview

Dettifoss Guesthouse: A Serene Stay Near Iceland's Natural Marvels

Dettifoss Guesthouse offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Skinnastadur, well-regarded for its proximity to Iceland's premier whale-watching area, Húsavík. Highlighting simple, modern accommodations with essential amenities like free WiFi and scenic views of the surrounding countryside, this guesthouse ensures a comfortable stay. Key features include complimentary self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a range of activities suited for nature lovers.

Comfortable Rooms with Countryside Views

Dettifoss Guesthouse presents simple, modern rooms equipped with shared bathrooms, enhancing the guest's convenience. Each room features a wardrobe, desk, and the assurance of a view of the idyllic surrounding countryside, ensuring a pleasant and restful stay.

Savor Moments of Leisure in Common Areas at Dettifoss Guesthouse

This Skinnastadur guest house offers guests the pleasure of enjoying coffee or tea in a shared area, where relaxation meets the comfort of home. The presence of a TV in a common area provides a cozy environment for guests to unwind after a day of exploration.

Exclusive Services for a Hassle-Free Stay

Guests at Dettifoss Guesthouse benefit from concierge services designed to assist with their every need, from arranging tours to recommending local attractions. This smoke-free guesthouse also prioritizes cleanliness, with housekeeping provided once during the stay.

Entertainment and Activities Abound at Dettifoss Guesthouse

An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, accentuating the guesthouse's appeal for those keen on golfing, hiking, and exploring the area's natural beauty, including Ásbyrgi and Jokulsargljufur National Park.

Prime Location & Easy Transportation

Located 25 km north of the majestic Dettifoss Waterfall and 80 km from Húsavík, this rural guesthouse is a comfortable 45-minute drive to Iceland's whale watching capital. Guests enjoy the benefit of free WiFi in public areas and the convenience of free self-parking, making it easy to explore the region's attractions. Dettifoss Guesthouse in Skinnastadur, Iceland, offers a serene countryside experience with simple, modern rooms, free WiFi, and a range of activities, including proximity to Húsavík for whale watching.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 17:00-23:30
from 05:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:11
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Rooms and availability

Basic Shared Bathroom Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Heating
Standard Shared Bathroom Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Mountain view
  • Heating
Shared Bathroom Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Leisure/ TV room

Kitchen facilities

Shared kitchen

Sports activities

Hiking

Golf course

Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Children

  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Mountain view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Dettifoss Guesthouse

💵 Lowest room price 119 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
🗺️ Location rating 9.4
✈️ Distance to airport 49.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Husavik, HZK

Location

Address
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Lundur, Skinnastadur, Iceland, 671
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Lundur, Skinnastadur, Iceland, 671
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Hotels nearby
Skinnastadarkirkja
100 yd

Reviews of Dettifoss Guesthouse

8.4 /10
Great
Verified reviews  
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Location9.4
Facilities7.8
Guest reviewsWrite a Review
  • C
    Christine
    United States of America
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 22
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    homemade pies
    well-equipped kitchen
    newly renovated bathrooms
    sound isolation
    limited window opening

    The homemade pies and jams were stellar—totally a must-try. The kitchen was well-equipped and the patio was a perfect spot for chilling after a day of exploring. The newly renovated bathrooms were a game-changer for shared living.

    Rooms aren't the best at sound isolation—expect a bit of door slamming until the night settles. Plus, windows only crack open a smidge.

    SingleStandard Single Room With Shared Bathroom
  • C
    Cameron
    United States of America
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 20
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location5.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service5.0
    Dining6.0
    6.0
    noise issues
    poor amenities

    i almost would have given a good review, but a noisy corridor and minimal soundproofing ruined the experience. i also would’ve expected complimentary snacks considering the distance to markets! it felt more like summer camp than a guesthouse, and don’t get me started on those tiny windows—absoluteley ridiculous for a place like this. disappointed, really.

    SingleStandard Single Room
  • S
    Shawn
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 16
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    local advice
    clean shared spaces
    dated bedroom
    shared bathroom

    Olga's local advice was invaluable, and the shared spaces were impressively clean and well-organized, creating a welcoming environment for our group.

    Group of friendsBasic Triple Room
  • J
    Jay
    United States of America
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 13
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    cleanliness
    kitchen
    comfort
    service
    noise
    bathroom

    - Very clean bathrooms
    - Spacious kitchen
    - Comfortable beds
    - Helpful owner

    - Some noise issues
    - Dark bathrooms

    CoupleStandard Twin Room With Shared Bathroom
  • C
    Charles
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Nov 12
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    7.0
    well-equipped kitchen
    noise issue

    The kitchen was well-equipped, but I struggled with noise from the common areas.

    CoupleStandard Twin Room With Shared Bathroom
  • R
    Roy
    United States of America
    left 15 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 08
    Guest rating
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service5.0
    Dining8.0
    5.0
    homemade pies
    noise issues
    unreliable wi-fi

    The homemade pies and jams were stellar—totally a must-try.

    Unfortunately, my experience was marred by noise issues. The lack of soundproofing meant that every noise from the common areas echoed into my room, making it hard to relax. Additionally, the Wi-Fi connectivity was unreliable, which added to my frustrations during the stay.

    CoupleStandard Twin Room
  • D
    David
    United States of America
    left 17 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 17
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    spacious kitchen
    spotless bathrooms

    Fantastic facilities for the price! Loved the spacious kitchen and the spotless shared bathrooms. The beds were super comfy, and we really appreciated Olga’s local advice—it made navigating the area so much easier!

    Felt completely happy, no complaints at all.

    Group of friendsBasic Triple Room With Shared Bathroom
  • F
    Franklin
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Sept 28
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    warm room
    spacious kitchen
    free wi-fi

    Can't recommend highly enough for a momentary pause

    Warm room, spacious kitchen, that allowed me to enjoy a very accommodating atmosphere with free Wi-Fi for staying connected during my stay, and the off-site car park made it incredibly convenient to explore the surrounding areas.

    Couldn’t find a single fault without adding further information.

    CoupleStandard Twin Room With Shared Bathroom
  • E
    Evelyn
    United States of America
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 28
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining8.0
    7.0
    well-equipped kitchen
    noise issues

    The kitchen was exceptionally well-equipped, making meal preparation both easy and enjoyable during our stay.

    The noise from the shared hallways was quite disruptive, particularly with doors slamming late at night.

    CoupleStandard Twin Room
  • W
    Walter
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 17
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service6.0
    Dining6.0
    8.0
    well-equipped kitchen

    It was just a good pick for a weekend break in Skinnastadur with great value for the money. The kitchen had a lot of essentials, making it easy to prepare meals during the stay. Bring some earplugs if you're sensitive to noise at night.

    SingleStandard Single Room With Shared Bathroom
  • K
    Karl
    United States of America
    left 17 reviews
    Wrote a review on Aug 06
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining5.0
    8.0
    comfy beds
    free wi-fi
    hallway noise

    Great stay with comfy beds and free Wi-Fi. Just be ready for some hallway noise.

    CoupleStandard Twin Room
  • J
    Jay
    United States of America
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 28
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    comfy beds
    spacious kitchen
    great snacks
    noisy atmosphere

    Perfect spot in the wilderness!

    We totally loved our stay! The beds were super comfy and the rooms were spacious. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We found snacks nearby at the gas station! One thing tho, sound carried a lot, so be ready for some noise at night, but honestly, it was an awesome experience overall.

    Family with childrenQuadruple Room
  • M
    Matthew
    United States of America
    left 18 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 30
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service7.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    well-equipped kitchen
    mountain view
    disruptive noise

    great location , but noise can be an issue

    The location is fabulous , just 10 minutes from Dettifoss waterfall, allowing for easy access to both sides. The kitchen is well-equipped for meal prep, making our stay convenient. I also loved the mountain view from the patio. it was an excellent way to unwind after a long day.

    Noise from the hallways can be disruptive at night.

    Group of friendsStandard Twin Room
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