Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Rangárþing eystra with a restaurant and a bar

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Glamping
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | View from room
Buffet
Natural pool
Glamping | View from room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Húsadalur, Highland, Rangárþing eystra, 861
  • Place, Skogafoss
  • Place, Seljalandsfoss
  • Place, Eyjafjallajokull

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Cottage, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Glamping

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Rangárþing eystra

Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands places you 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Thorsmork Reserve. This 27-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.

Restaurants

  • ‪Básabiti - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Matarstopp - ‬89 min drive
  • Fjöruborðið

About this property

Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands

Guesthouse in Rangárþing eystra with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Transportation is made easy with a bus station shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,500 for adults and ISK 1,150 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lava Grill

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property can only be reached by 4x4 vehicle or a scheduled bus with surcharge that runs daily from May 1 - September 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 4900.0 per night

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 buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 2500 for adults and ISK 1150 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 4900.0 per night

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands Guesthouse
Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands Rangárþing eystra
Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands Guesthouse Rangárþing eystra

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

This guesthouse is located in Rangárþing eystra, close to Skogafoss, Eyjafjallajokull, and Thorsmork Reserve.

Will I be able to park at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands feature a casino?

No, Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some accommodations include mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Lava Grill.

Does Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands.

Are there connecting rooms at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How close is the airport from Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

The closest major airport to Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands is Heimaey (VEY-Vestmannaeyar), which is about 29 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands.

Volcano Huts Þórsmörk - Highlands Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 37 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Be warned: you CANNOT get to this hotel with your own vehicle! You're required to buy a separate bus ticket in order to get to the hotel. We weren't told until a couple weeks before our stay that a bus was required to reach the property. We were stunned to find that bus tickets for our family of four were almost TWICE as expensive as the $285 room we booked for a single night. The property's website told us we would be reimbursed only 80% of the cost. We were a little disappointed, but were content that we were able to cancel the reservation. We contacted the property via email. To our surprise, they told us we would lose the entire cost of the booking. Ultimately, we booked elsewhere and disputed the charge with our credit card company. They ruled in our favor and we received a credit for the full cost of the hotel room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, clean ,warm and simple room.Friendly staff happy to give advise on hikes. Would definitely return and recommend staying at Volcano Huts. Camp kitchen is well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Have the right vehicle - roads are rough.

Getting there. Be aware that you have the right vehicle and arrangements to get here. We had a AWD vehicle rented from the airport. The first river crossing was precarious. The road got even tougher and some rental cars are not allowed in those roads. The GPS gave 4 more river crossings and we decided it was safer to turn back. Never made it. I wish the accessibility issue was made more obvious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

R

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We stayed 3 nights at Volcano Huts in a "Shepard's cabin." The cabins are small, heated, and have a sink, kettle, hot plate, a few pots, and some plates and cups. You must provide your own linens (there is a fee/night for renting linens which is not reasonable for multiple nights -- we rented hiking poles, sleeping bags, and an extra blanket for a week from another vendor for what it would have cost to rent linen here). The cabins are not just rustic but also a bit over used/in need of repair. Our door did not seal, with a 5cm gap in the frame at the bottom which let in cold and flies (we stuffed it with socks). There was mold forming in the corners of the cabin. The mattresses on the beds were worn out maybe years ago and you could feel the framing under the mattress. These are possibly reasonable compromises for a location like this. Less understandable was the noise -- there are no quiet hours and people are out drinking and singing until quite late. Additionally, is not clear how knowledgeable the staff really are about the area. We happened to be there during three straight days of overhanging clouds. We asked repeatly for valley hikes. Only one staff ever really helped us with low-cloud hiking plans. Mostly, staff rec'd upper hikes with the vague idea that maybe the clouds would clear (vedur.is made it clear that was unlikely). Finally, Husadalur is not really in Thorsmork! You will spend 20m walking to Langidalur (or 30-40 to Basar) each time you set out
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They will let you know last minute that you need a bus pass in order to get to the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness
On plus side, Volcano Huts has beautiful and unique views of mountains/glaciers in Porsmork Valley, including through bedroom window. Guest kitchen also a nice amenity. On down side, two things. The “shared bathroom” did NOT include any showers. The showers are located a five minute walk away in a corrugated shed. Showers did NOT have reliable hot water on two separate occasions (two different times of day). Seems like you should have access to hot shower paying this much…. Second, hiking the red post trail (out to the point after the green post trail) became dangerous at the point of descent back into the valley. Wildflowers cover the trail down completely, it’s easy to lose it, not well signed at that point. They need to do more trail maintenance!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Wonderful place!

We loved our stay in a glamping tent here. It was the perfect chill out between hiking the laugavegur and fimmvorduhals trails. The little sauna is great after hiking, the staff were so helpful and the trails in the area are fantastic. Walk the orange trail, the glacier views are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lysia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not accessible by car, very frustrated. Very disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

JILL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff at main hut, good buffet with great lamb soup, pesto and hummus. Area around is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Perfect stay for a hiking getaway

Excellent stay at the volcano huts from beginning to end. Love the quiet, remote location. We had a glamping tent, which was set up wonderfully, with everything we could need. The beds were very comfortable, and the space heater, chairs and blankets were a great extra touch. It was so convenient to have the showers and washroom nearby, and we enjoyed dinner and the takeout lunch available. Perfect location for great hiking nearby. And loved the exciting bus ride to get there! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, senneville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easiest way to get closer to the majestic nature of Iceland, without packing a tent, sleeping bags or pad. Sure it's glamping (if you don't opt for a tent they have cute little cabins too)... but hey, you're on vacation, right? Great staff, great food, cold showers. :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glamping was amazing! Beautiful tent, super comfortable bed, and incredible scenery. *Be aware: you cannot drive to this property. You must take the bus. It’s an hour bus ride and they are only scheduled a few times a day*
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Idyllic setting and great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a terrific stop in a beautiful area. Staff was super informative. Provided crucial details for hike, including wind conditions and bridge location. Rooms were clean and welcoming. Food was delicious and plentiful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Volcano huts is definitely a must do! My family and I wanted to experience hiking in Thorsmork and saw this as a great way to get easy access to amazing trails. We had a great experience staying in the huts. They are small, but perfect if you’re just looking for a place to sleep after a day of hiking. They can get incredibly warm, which was welcomed as we had two rainy, cold days hiking. We were able to fit five comfortably. The linens we were provided plus the cabin heater kept us plenty warm. The cabins also did come with a sink and some mugs: perfect for cleaning up a bit or having some tea in the evening. The staff was excellent: not only were they very accommodating, they were incredibly friendly and provided us with excellent advice on hikes to try and other things to do while in Iceland. We paid for the dinner and breakfast buffet, both of which were great. We had lamb for dinner, which I enjoyed even though I typically don’t like lamb. The breakfast was filling and perfect before hiking all day. The staff even allowed us a late checkout, which was great since we weren’t being picked up until 1730. We did need a driver with 4WD as the huts were only accessible by crossing several rivers and taking a road that is definitely not drivable by most. That said, the ride over was fairly easy and GORGEOUS. Honestly, I can’t say enough great things about the volcano huts. Definitely want to come back and stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie, Florida

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Stay in Iceland. We stayed in the huts and they were absolutely amazing! Don’t be worried about being cold. With the heaters, the down comforters, and the fur throws, we were toasty warm and happy as can be. We even got to party one night with a large group of Icelandic sheep herders!!! (If you read this, was the one playing guitar single???). Wow. Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenable

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bon séjour, le confort des chalets est très sommaire!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025