Fosshotel Reykholt

Reykholt, home to Iceland's renowned saga writer, poet, and historian Snorri Sturluson, remains a significant historical and cultural site. Here, guests can explore two beautiful churches, Snorri's natural hot pool (Snorralaug), Heimskringla, and Snorrastofa—an exhibition of Snorri's writings and a research center for medieval studies. A short drive from Reykholt reveals the waterfalls of Hraunfossar and Barnafossar, Deildartunguhver (Europe's most powerful hot spring), and several lava tubes and caves. Located in Borgarfjörður, western Iceland, Reykholt is less than 90 minutes from Reykjavík. The museum, bus station, restaurants, and shops in Borgarnes are a 30-minute drive away, while the Grabrok volcano hiking trail is 35 km from the hotel. This cultural hotel, themed around Icelandic literature, Norse mythology, and classical music, is an official tourist-class establishment. It features a restaurant, bar, library, cozy Moon Lounge, and free parking. The family-friendly hotel offers 75 guest rooms, a lobby with 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, and check-out services. Each room includes an en suite bathroom with a shower or bathtub and hairdryer, satellite TV, a radio, internet access, and individually regulated heating. Hotel spa facilities comprise outdoor hot and cold tubs, a relaxation room, a sauna, a steam bath, a lounge, and a changing room. A great-value Scandinavian-style breakfast buffet is available daily. For dinner, guests can enjoy Icelandic and international dishes from the set menu and à la carte options.