The Best Hotels Closest to Hestvatn in Selfoss - 2026 Updated Prices

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Save instantly and earn perks with One Key
Learn about One Key
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

Next weekend

In two weeks

Our top choices for Hestvatn hotels

A wooden outdoor hot tub surrounded by snow-covered steps and landscape.

A hotel with a sign reading 'HOTEL GRIMSBORGIR,' a snow-covered landscape, and the Northern Lights in the sky.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, modern furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels

8.3 mi from Hestvatn

Ruth

£153

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A snow-covered path leading to a wooden cabin with a lit window, surrounded by snow-laden trees.

A modern interior with a large window reflecting a garden and trees. There is a small wooden table with a potted plant.

A modern building with wooden paneling and a wooden deck with two hot tubs.

A modern building with a wooden facade and multiple windows. In front, there is a wooden deck with two hot tubs.

2. Blue Hotel Fagrilundur - On The Golden Circle

13.4 mi from Hestvatn

Cathy

£115

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A conservatory with wooden frames, glass doors, and a view of a garden. Inside, there are wicker chairs and a small table with a potted plant.

A cozy room with a wooden paneled wall, a red sofa, patterned chairs, a table with a vase of flowers, and a view of greenery outside.

A rural property with multiple buildings, a fenced parking area, and expansive green fields.

A wooden piano with sheet music on it, placed next to a window with a vase of flowers.

3. South Central Guesthouse

5.3 mi from Hestvatn

Atul

£94

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with a view, and a radiator.

A hallway with a door marked '2', a fire extinguisher, and a window with a view of a balcony.

A blue building with a wooden fence, a door, and a window.

A night sky with the aurora borealis over a flat landscape with sparse vegetation.

4. 1A Guesthouse

10 mi from Hestvatn

Derek

£114

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a mirror, and a lamp.

A row of cabins with wooden walls and a white door, each with a potted plant and a chair outside.

A building with a white door marked with the number 5, two grey chairs, and two potted plants.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and chairs. There is a small side table with a lamp and a shelf above the sink holding a microwave and speakers.

5. South Central Apartments

5.7 mi from Hestvatn

John

£102

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hot tub area with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a view of the northern lights.

A modern house with large windows and a patio, under a night sky with visible aurora borealis.

A dining area with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and beach through large windows.

A person relaxing on a wooden bench by a hot tub on a wooden deck.

6. Lambastadir Guesthouse

6.1 mi from Hestvatn

Jennifer

£147

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A reception archway with a sign, a pathway, and a flower basket.

A wooden cabin with a well-maintained lawn, a small tree, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A wooden cabin with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and tables, surrounded by trees.

A window with a view of a snowy landscape, bare trees, and a lamp post.

7. Country Dream guesthouse

6.3 mi from Hestvatn

Vijaykrishnan

£89

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a greenhouse with climbing plants and flowers, and a view through large windows.

A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with curtains, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern building with a sign reading "HOTEL SKALHOLT".

A bedroom with two beds, a chair, a small table, and large windows.

8. Hótel Skálholt

9.3 mi from Hestvatn

michelle

£89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar area with a wooden counter, a chalkboard sign, and a television screen.

A restaurant with a black tablecloth, wine bottles, and a menu board.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a coffee table.

9. Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant

4.2 mi from Hestvatn

William

£102

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a rooftop garden, a swimming pool, and a landscaped outdoor area.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a small table, a cabinet, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking area with cars.

10. 360 Hotel Boutique and Spa

6.1 mi from Hestvatn

Suzana

£430

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

11. Heima Holiday Homes

3.7 mi from Hestvatn

Gregor

£194

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a large window, two bedside tables, and a bed with patterned pillows.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden walls, and a dining area with a unique wooden chair.

A reception building with a green roof, a tall cylindrical tower, and a parking area with a car.

A living room with a sofa, a television, a wooden cabinet, and a glass coffee table.

12. Guesthouse Vatnsholt

9.9 mi from Hestvatn

michael

£90

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a dining area with a view.

A reception area with a stone counter, black pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a wooden door.

A twin room with two beds, a window with curtains, bedside lamps, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, a coffee table, and a view of the city.

13. Bella Apartments & Rooms

10.3 mi from Hestvatn

Jianping

£93

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A buffet with various food items including meats, cheeses, fruits, and pastries.

A row of cabins with a grassy hillside and a distant mountain range.

A modern hotel room with a large curved window offering a view of a snowy landscape, a curved bed, a small desk, and a seating area with a view of the room.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, large sliding glass doors, and a view of the landscape.

14. Hestheimar

9.9 mi from Hestvatn

Andrea

£108

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hot tub with a wooden deck and a safety sign, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A wooden building entrance with a glass door, a bench outside, and a view of the countryside.

A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a variety of seating options.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

15. Hotel Brú countryside

10.4 mi from Hestvatn

Karin

£130

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A house with a clear view of the night sky, featuring the Northern Lights.

A hotel lobby with a dark wooden wardrobe, a beverage refrigerator, a fire extinguisher, and a reception desk.

An outdoor swimming pool with a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

A bedroom with two beds, a chair, a desk, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

16. Bjork Guesthouse

13.6 mi from Hestvatn

Irina

£80

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A window with a view of a flat landscape and a clear sky.

A red building with a wooden deck and a gravel path leading to a wooden fence.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small sink, and cabinets. There is a dining table with a vase of flowers and two glasses.

A person leaning on a wooden fence in front of a red building with a large window.

17. Skálatjörn Guesthouse

11.1 mi from Hestvatn

John

£163

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A transparent dome structure with a person standing in front.

A forest path leading through a dense forest.

A transparent dome structure with a bed inside, surrounded by dense forest.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a view of tall trees and a clear sky.

18. Buubble Hotel-Ölvisholt

4.6 mi from Hestvatn

Rachelle

£221

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A row of small, uniformly designed houses with a clear view of the night sky and the Northern Lights.

A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a hanging chair, and a rug.

A cozy room with a hanging hammock chair, a window with a view of a field, and a radio on the windowsill.

19. Askot Cottages

12.8 mi from Hestvatn

alicia

£221

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

20. Blue View Cabins

12.9 mi from Hestvatn

Brandy

£171

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Hestvatn

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels	9.4 Exceptional 624 reviews	View
Blue Hotel Fagrilundur - On The Golden Circle	9.6 Exceptional 517 reviews	View
South Central Guesthouse	9.8 Exceptional 98 reviews	View
1A Guesthouse	9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews	View
South Central Apartments	9.4 Exceptional 160 reviews	View

Top Hestvatn Hotel Reviews

Buubble Hotel-Ölvisholt

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very unique experience. Hearing the rain fall against the buuble was very soothing."

Hestheimar

10/10 Excellent

"Very modern rooms, beautiful and looks like everything is new. Loved the room!"

Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss

10/10 Excellent

"Property was as advertised The central location for the southern half was perfect. We were able to do everything that we had planned.A very big thanks to Petra for the cabin and also for coming over to tell us about the northern lights. You cannot go wrong by using this place as a baseI would highly recommend it"

Hotel Selfoss

10/10 Excellent

"Nice large room with a view of the river, good continental breakfast, close proximity to restaurants and shops in Selfoss. The staff were helpful and we enjoyed using the sauna on the last morning. Great value for the money!"

Lambastadir Guesthouse

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed staying at a place on a farm. The location is picturesque and we were able to see the northern lights at night. The rooms are basic but comfortable have everything you need."

Bella Apartments & Rooms

8/10 Good

"Clean room, good location."

Tiny Glass Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Just wow!!! The view and how the owners managed to build such a tiny cabin (as per the description) while using every inch of the cabin to make it useful and easy to use! Great job and we wish we stayed more than one night!"

Heima Holiday Homes

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property. Communication with the host was excellent. Highly recommend"

South Central Guesthouse

8/10 Good

"Basic but clean and comfortable. Well maintained with roomy communal areas. Large communal kitchen area. Good location."

Other attractions near Hestvatn

Kiðjaberg Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Selfoss at Kiðjaberg Golf Club. Discover the area's northern lights views and seek out the horse riding.

See properties

Kerid Crater

9.2/10 (677 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Urridafoss Waterfall

9.4/10 (290 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Urridafoss Waterfall during your travels in Selfoss. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Álftavatn

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Álftavatn during your travels in Selfoss. Discover the area's northern lights views and seek out the horse riding.

See properties

Skalholt Historical Site

8.6/10 (30 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Bláskógabyggd when you spend time at Skalholt Historical Site. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Skalholt Cathedral

8.6/10 (66 reviews)

After visiting Skalholt Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bláskógabyggd. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Skyrland Museum

10.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Skyrland Museum during your trip to Arborg. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

See properties

Old Dairy Food Hall

9.6/10 (18 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Old Dairy Food Hall during your visit to Arborg. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hestvatn?

Hestvatn is located in Selfoss. Travellers like this scenic area for its northern lights and countryside. You'll find 32 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Hestvatn?

Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Hestvatn. Other good choices within 5 miles include Buubble Hotel-Ölvisholt and Veghús Guesthouse.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Hestvatn?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Hestvatn.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hestvatn, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Hestvatn.

Search Hotels Near Hestvatn, Selfoss

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Hestvatn hotels

1. Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels

2. Blue Hotel Fagrilundur - On The Golden Circle

3. South Central Guesthouse

4. 1A Guesthouse

5. South Central Apartments

6. Lambastadir Guesthouse

7. Country Dream guesthouse

8. Hótel Skálholt

9. Minniborgir Cottages & Restaurant

10. 360 Hotel Boutique and Spa

11. Heima Holiday Homes

12. Guesthouse Vatnsholt

13. Bella Apartments & Rooms

14. Hestheimar

15. Hotel Brú countryside

16. Bjork Guesthouse

17. Skálatjörn Guesthouse

18. Buubble Hotel-Ölvisholt

19. Askot Cottages

20. Blue View Cabins

Compare popular hotels close to Hestvatn

Top Hestvatn Hotel Reviews

Buubble Hotel-Ölvisholt

Hestheimar

Small but mighty: Immersed in nature, 10 minutes from Selfoss

Hotel Selfoss

Lambastadir Guesthouse

Bella Apartments & Rooms

Tiny Glass Lodge

Heima Holiday Homes

South Central Guesthouse

Other attractions near Hestvatn

Kiðjaberg Golf Club

Kerid Crater

Urridafoss Waterfall

Álftavatn

Skalholt Historical Site

Skalholt Cathedral

Skyrland Museum

Old Dairy Food Hall

Frequently asked questions