Hótel Lækur, Golden Circle

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4.7 (13 reviews) Mid-Range
Family-run countryside hotel in a secluded location with modern rooms, a restaurant, and a spa

Overview

Hótel Lækur is a family-run country hotel almost directly between Selfoss and Vík, which makes it ideal for those who want to experience southern Iceland's landscape and sites along the Golden Circle. Selfoss is just over 40 minutes away, and Vík and the Black Sand Beach are an hour and 15 minutes by car. The waterfall of Seljalandsfoss, which you can experience from inside a cave, is 35 minutes away, and Skógafoss, one of the biggest waterfalls in the country, is just under an hour's drive. 

Nestled in the middle of peaceful fields, this family-run hotel was once a farm, so it has country-style buildings, and there are even animals on the premises—including friendly llamas. Rooms are modern and simple, allowing you to focus on the natural surroundings outside. Families can comfortably spread out in triple or quadruple rooms with multiple beds. For extra space, book the split-level suite with a river view, which can sleep up to six in two bedrooms and a living room. Bathrooms include rainfall shower heads.

The on-site restaurant is located in the former sheep house, which gives it some cozy character. It offers a small but tasty menu that includes options for vegetarians and children, a major plus in this remote location. Cozy up with a drink at the bar or relax in the sauna and hot tub, free for hotel guests. If you're hoping to catch the northern lights, ask the staff to call you when they appear, and head out to find a spot away from the lights of the hotel; there's plenty of space on the property to watch them.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +354 4663930
Hotel address icon Hroarslækur
Hotel website

Traveler Reviews

13 total ratings, 13 with reviews
4.7
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.7
Location
4.7
Staff
4.8
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.6
Robyn
Robyn P.
Saint Louis, MO, USA | Reviewed on Oct 03, 2026
Nice cottages in the countryside, clean and functional.
Good views of sheep grazing in the fields, horses in the distance and creek nearby.
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Nice cottages in the countryside, clean and functional.
Good views of sheep grazing in the fields, horses in the distance and creek nearby.

Authenticity & Character
Cute cottages in the countryside.
Location
Location was accessible to the ring road.
Staff
Staff was friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean, functional rooms with nice living space in the cottages.
Stayed in September 2026
Tony
Tony B.
Washington D.C., DC, USA | Reviewed on Oct 03, 2026
Our favorite of our four accommodations. Set back in the SW countryside surrounded by fields and grazing animals. Dinner and breakfasts were very delicious and filling. We did the riverside cabins which were spacious and quiet. Great place to step outside at night to see the Northern Lights on the last night. Read more

Our favorite of our four accommodations. Set back in the SW countryside surrounded by fields and grazing animals. Dinner and breakfasts were very delicious and filling. We did the riverside cabins which were spacious and quiet. Great place to step outside at night to see the Northern Lights on the last night.

Authenticity & Character
Farm country vibe with modern accommodations
Location
Beautiful farm country 8 miles outside of Hella. Horses and sheep grazing right outside of our riverside cabin window
Staff
Very responsive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
New, clean, warm, and spacious.
Stayed in September 2026
Mary
Mary C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Very nice staff and had horses and a sauna!

Stayed in August 2026
L
Leslie C.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026
Beautiful place!! Breakfast was a wonderful selection of pastries, eggs, sausage, cereal, juice as well as yogurt, over night oats and a delicious barley based porridge. Dinner was excellent but definitely on the pricey side but we found that to be true of all the hotel provided dinners. Read more

Beautiful place!! Breakfast was a wonderful selection of pastries, eggs, sausage, cereal, juice as well as yogurt, over night oats and a delicious barley based porridge. Dinner was excellent but definitely on the pricey side but we found that to be true of all the hotel provided dinners.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2026
Edith
Edith K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Hótel Lækur was a small farm hotel that served its purpose well. Although we were there just to sleep and have breakfast, the casual atmosphere and friendly service were appreciated. It wasn't as fancy as other places, but it was just what we needed for the night.

Stayed in June 2026
Amy
Amy K.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Loved the location , staff and restaurant- Read more

Loved the location , staff and restaurant-

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2026
D
Doug K.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on May 13, 2026
One of our favorite hotels we stayed at, the rooms were neat and well prepared, their attached restaurant was wonderful. We enjoyed walking the property and seeing the sheep. Family run business, loved being there. Read more

One of our favorite hotels we stayed at, the rooms were neat and well prepared, their attached restaurant was wonderful. We enjoyed walking the property and seeing the sheep. Family run business, loved being there.

Authenticity & Character
Everything about this place was charming. From the exterior colors of the buildings to the cozy dining area.
Location
It was a perfect getaway during our driving. Just off our main route, wonderful rolling landscape with a working farm surrounding the hotel.
Staff
They were very helpful and present when we needed anything.
Cleanliness & Comfort
All was very clean
Stayed in May 2026
Susan
Susan S.
Lyons, OR | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
We stayed in one of the cottages three nights. The cottage was very comfortable. Being two individuals who appreciate country settings, enjoyed seeing horses and sheep from our window. On our way to breakfast, found two sheep on the lawn peacefully munching on greens. Bonus was seeing a border collie on the lawn playing with a soccer ball. Made us think lovingly of our own dog at home. Would definitely stay here again. Read more

We stayed in one of the cottages three nights. The cottage was very comfortable. Being two individuals who appreciate country settings, enjoyed seeing horses and sheep from our window. On our way to breakfast, found two sheep on the lawn peacefully munching on greens. Bonus was seeing a border collie on the lawn playing with a soccer ball. Made us think lovingly of our own dog at home.

Would definitely stay here again.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Were all friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2025
Jake
Jake A.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Super quaint hotel out in the middle of a field, but still lovely accommodations! Read more

Super quaint hotel out in the middle of a field, but still lovely accommodations!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in July 2025
Rachel
Rachel M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 03, 2024
Yummy, homemade breakfast. Will need an eye mask with summer travel. Read more

Yummy, homemade breakfast. Will need an eye mask with summer travel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very quiet
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Need eye mask in summer even with shades.
Stayed in June 2024

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +354 4663930
Hotel address icon Hroarslækur
Hotel website