Fosshotel Hellnar

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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Breakfast and dinner served, local cuisine
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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds
Reception
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Brekkubaer, Hellnar, IS-356
  • Snaefellsjokull
  • Kirkjufell Mountain
  • Snaefellsjoekull National Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Room options

Economy Double

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Ocean View Double Or Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Queen Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Or Twin Plus Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Hellnar

Located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Arnarstapi Cliffs, Fosshotel Hellnar is within a 10-minute drive of Rauðfeldsgjá. This 39-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Vatnshellir Cave - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Rauðfeldsgjá - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Djupalonssandur Beach - 21 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Snaefellsjoekull National Park - 24 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Kirkjufellsfoss - 55 min drive - 42.3 miles

Restaurants

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

About this property

Fosshotel Hellnar

Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Fosshotel Hellnar features free WiFi in public areas and a library. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Electric kettles, safes, and phones are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, German, Icelandic

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 3,500 for adults and ISK 1,750 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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 November 1 and April 30.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for ISK 4000 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Fosshotel Hellnar?

Fosshotel Hellnar offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Fosshotel Hellnar?

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fosshotel Hellnar on Jul 6, 2025 start from $301.33, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Fosshotel Hellnar?

This hotel is located in Snæfellsbær, close to Snaefellsjoekull National Park, Snaefellsjokull, and Arnarstapi Cliffs. Rauðfeldsgjá is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Is there parking available at Fosshotel Hellnar?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Fosshotel Hellnar feature a casino at the property?

No, Fosshotel Hellnar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fosshotel Hellnar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Fosshotel Hellnar good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Does Fosshotel Hellnar have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Fosshotel Hellnar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Fosshotel Hellnar serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant.

Does Fosshotel Hellnar allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Fosshotel Hellnar for a fee of ISK 4000 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Fosshotel Hellnar?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Fosshotel Hellnar?

Yes, some guestrooms at Fosshotel Hellnar offer a balcony and may feature sea views.

Fosshotel Hellnar Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 355 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candice, Burnaby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My spouse and I booked the Fosshotel Hellnar as a stop on our Iceland road trip. It ended up being the perfect location to stop after 1 day travel from Reykjavik and partway around the Snaefellsnes peninsula. We were cold and tired by that point and the Fosshotel was so comfortable on our arrival. The fireplace in the lobby was very inviting. The room was spacious, comfortable and the heated bathroom floor tiles were such an appreciated luxury to us that day. We enjoyed dinner at the hotel restaurant as well as their breakfast buffet. All of the food was delicious. The prices were shocking to us in Canadian dollars but we got used to that in Iceland after a while. For the large portions and great quality, the prices were comparatively fair. The hotel didn't have some of the amenities that we had in other stays during our trip but the location was beautiful. We had a gorgeous view of the glacier from our room before rain and fog settled in low for the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apurv

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

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

super!

Beautiful. Amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Allan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Tiny rooms. Very dusty. Parking was odd, and you had to drag your suitcases through a fine gravel lot (not easy).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was one of our favorite stays on 8 day ring road trip. Restaurant was very good too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was our smallest of the whole trip but really nice and clean. The lobby area is very nice and perfect for relaxing in. Some of the buildings need a coat of paint but interiors are very nice. Scenery around the hotel is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasant stay and beautiful views. Staff courteous and kind. Very professional. Restaurant a little pricey, but that’s the way things are.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel by the water. Nice rooms with comfy beds. Breakfast was impressive for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The staff was wonderful, especially Eva; she arranged a hotel transfer for us and was a wealth of information about the local area. We were fortunate to see the northern lights, which were easily visible in the parking lot of the hotel. Book this hotel and don’t look back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Ramanvir

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Out of the 6 hotels we stayed in Iceland, this one had the smallest rooms. Not very soundproof. The queen and twin options are grouped together for booking however when we asked for a twin room, we were told we had to pay an upgrade fee. When I pointed that out to the receptionist, they didn’t respond. Then they looked on the computer and told me they had no rooms available for twin and asked if “is it a big deal?”.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and the staff was courteous. There is no sidewalk from parking so it may be difficult to drag your luggage and on top of that there were steps to go to our room. It was no big deal for me but I just want to provide this information. The dinner menu was good and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Anne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is great, however, is not similar to other Fosshotels. The restaurant had less options and there were no spa (hot tub or sauna) amenities. The location and views were great and the rooms were clean, but if you are expecting similar amenities to other Fosshotel locations you will be a bit disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The scenery is beautiful and the staff was extremely nice and courtesy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean view room, great breakfast and dinner option. Room is small with a very small bathroom as well. But very clean. Great ocean view, it was very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Longview

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great service, great breakfast. Would stay there again. It is more like a 4.5 star rating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall, Buda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina, Virginia Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was absolutely stunning. Saw the northern lights right outside our door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick, Lake Tomahawk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms are small, restaurant is A
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024