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Fosshotel Hellnar

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Fosshotel Hellnar, an eco-certified haven in a rural setting, offers travelers a library for relaxation and a restaurant with local flavors. Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property and a comfortable stay with the help of the friendly staff, balancing relaxation and convenience.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Economy Double

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Ocean View Double Or Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Economy Double

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Queen Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Or Twin Plus Room

  • Sleeps 3
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About the area

Map
Brekkubaer, Hellnar, IS-356

What's nearby

  • Arnarstapi Cliffs - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Vatnshellir Cave - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Djupalonssandur Beach - 21 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Murals of Hellissandur - 37 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Kirkjufellsfoss - 55 min drive - 68.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arnarstapi Centre - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Snjófell Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stapinn Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fjöruhúsið - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Samkomuhúsið Arnarstapa - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Fosshotel Hellnar

Hotel in a rural location
You can look forward to a library, a bar and a restaurant at Fosshotel Hellnar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Fosshotel Hellnar offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ISK 3,500 for adults and ISK 1,750 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 30 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ISK 4000 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ISK 3500 for adults and from ISK 1750 for children
  • Pet fee: ISK 4000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Fosshotel Hellnar Hotel
Fosshotel Hellnar Hotel
Fosshotel Hellnar Hellnar
Fosshotel Hellnar Hotel Hellnar

Frequently asked questions

Is Fosshotel Hellnar pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of ISK 4000 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Fosshotel Hellnar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fosshotel Hellnar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Fosshotel Hellnar?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Fosshotel Hellnar located?

Situated in Snæfellsbær, this beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Arnarstapi Cliffs and within 9 miles (15 km) of Rauðfeldsgjá and Vatnshellir Cave. Djupalonssandur Beach is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) away.

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Fosshotel Hellnar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 410 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, quiet and scenic area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was cosy, spotlessly clean, staff extremely helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful hotel, nice breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the room with the only balcony and was able to catch the northern lights! Food was very tasty and breakfast was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

wilfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place and very helpful staff during check-in, especially Alicia.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenic and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on Snaefesnes. Amazing views. Room (we stayed in a cabin) isn’t large, but was well-appointed and very comfortable. Great included breakfast. We also enjoyed our supper at the hotel restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely. Bed was comfortable. The heated floor in the bathroom was awesome. Supper and breakfast were both great. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views and great staff! Rooms were very small, but otherwise great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane

Liked: Amenities
Good staff, warn welcome and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location near the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with exceptionally nice and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ardith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings, clean quiet rooms, restaurant on property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful hotel! We found this beautiful place when searching for stops along our trek of northern iceland. The staff was amazing, the food was superb, the views were insane and having a kitty roaming around was the icing on the cake! Would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great. Nicest hotel we’ve stayed at in Iceland so far. My only complaint was the cod at dinner was not fresh. It has an ammonia taste to it which was unfortunate but everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price point is high and I felt breakfast could have been complimentary at that rate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest staff of all the hotels we stayed at on our ten day Iceland trip. Beautiful secluded property with good dining room on site. Great for a night or two on the peninsula
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning location

Stunning location. Room felt very small. Excellent breakfast with good continental and cooked selection.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great coastal location in Hellnar. Excellent for coastal walks and exploring the Peninsula. Great breakfast. Cod liver oil a brilliant idea!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has very nice scenery. You can see the beach below. Its very refreshing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025