Name: Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse
Address: Héradsskóli, Laugarvatn, Iceland, Laugarvatn, Southern Region, Iceland
Rating: 8.63

Guest reviews

8.6

Fabulous

Based on 780 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

30%

Family

32%

Group

31%

Solo

4%

What guests think

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At Héradsskólinn Historic Guesthouse, travellers praise the scenic lakeside setting near Fontana hot springs and the Golden Circle, the building’s historic charm, and consistently friendly staff, while noting hostel-style shared bathrooms that can be few, busy, or not very clean.

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8

lamar

22 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice room, clean. Cool building with lots of character

10

Venkateswara

3 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very Clean very friendly, well updated older building be sure to know that all of the room do not have ensuite bathroom

10

David

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent place to stay on the Golden Circle in Iceland. Lovely quiet, clean accommodation. Staff were lovely also. I ate in the restaurant, pizza, and it was delicious and huge portion of a pizza. Had breakfast in the morning and that was excellent also. Great ample spaces for parking. Handy grocery store few hundred metres away. Comfortable clean bed and room. Would definitely stay again

6

Cynthia

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location, close to a lovely hot spring spa with a 10% discount with staying here, historic building. Downside was the bright lights outside the window without blackout shades made it difficult to sleep.

10

Steve

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved it

Héradsskóli, Laugarvatn, Iceland

Location

With a stay at Heradsskolinn Historic Guesthouse in Bláskógabyggd, you'll be 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Thingvellir National Park and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Skalholt Historical Site. This family-friendly hotel is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Skalholt Cathedral and 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Kerid Crater.

Laugarvatn Fontana(0.2 Miles)

The Cave People(6.2 Miles)

Brúarfoss(11.1 Miles)

Thingvellir National Park(11.4 Miles)

Thingvallavatn(13.5 Miles)

Skalholt Historical Site(15.2 Miles)

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From 15:00 to 21:00

Before 10:00

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Free self parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately ISK 2450 for adults and ISK 1250 for children.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but it is subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.

The property is located in Bláskógabyggd, approximately 11.4 miles from Thingvellir National Park and 15.2 miles from Skalholt Historical Site. Nearby attractions include Laugarvatn Fontana, just 0.2 miles away, and Kerid Crater, about 15.3 miles away.

Up to 6 children can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

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