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Ljosafoss Guest House

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Living area
Free WiFi
Shared fridge, microwave
Front of property

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ljosafossskoli, 805, Selfoss
  • Place, Kerid Crater
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Thingvellir National Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Selfoss Church
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Basic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Selfoss

Ljosafoss Guest House places you within a 15-minute drive of Thingvellir National Park and Kerid Crater. This 20-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Kerid Crater - 14 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Thingvellir National Park - 15 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Old Dairy Food Hall - 20 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Skyrland Museum - 20 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Selfoss Church - 21 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Sheep Viking Soup - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Barton and Guestier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ægisbúa Höllin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skagalundur - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ljosafoss Guest House

Ljosafoss Guest House features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Friendly staff can provide concierge services, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's WhatsApp mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

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 debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts debit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Ljosafoss Guest House Hotel
Ljosafoss Guest House Selfoss
Ljosafoss Guest House Hotel Selfoss

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ljosafoss Guest House ?

Ljosafoss Guest House offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Ljosafoss Guest House ?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ljosafoss Guest House on Jun 30, 2026 start from $203, including 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 around Ljosafoss Guest House ?

This hotel is located in Selfoss, close to Kerid Crater.

Is there parking available at Ljosafoss Guest House ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Ljosafoss Guest House include a casino on the premises?

No, Ljosafoss Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ljosafoss Guest House ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Ljosafoss Guest House have a hot tub?

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

Does Ljosafoss Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Ljosafoss Guest House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Ljosafoss Guest House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ljosafoss Guest House .

Does Ljosafoss Guest House have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Ljosafoss Guest House ?

The closest major airport to Ljosafoss Guest House is Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), which is about 28 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Ljosafoss Guest House ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ljosafoss Guest House .

Ljosafoss Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 22 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, excellent price! Easy to book and check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for self driving tours , central to all different directions to the major attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very easy to check in and out. Very nice open area to dry tents and gear. Wonderful breakfast. A bargain for the price per night. I would definitely plan to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Poorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kids had a lot of fun with the gym and the breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

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

Clean and Comfortable

Family of 4. Clean and met all the basic needs. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The continental breakfast provided was very good. The staff was very helpful and friendly. They kept the bathrooms clean.The room was adequate. The location is close to the golden circle.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a true hostel. It felt strange to have absolutely no human interaction the whole 28 hours we used the lodge as a base! Total silence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a lot of airflow in the building. Very limited washrrooms, toilets and showers made things tough. Staff was nice and helpful, room was big and clean and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

echo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though this is a self-check in hotel, but the staff replied to my message very quick, and later I needed to find things they helped. The staff are polite and nice young people. The whole building is very clean, and our room is very spacious, not fancy but neat. I like their dining room too, spacious and neat, with the meaningful pictures. The breakfast was included and had fresh strawberries and blueberries which was more than we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ajit

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic hostel style setup. No extra amenities. Shared bathrooms which are generally clean. Hard to find someone to help if you have issues. Lonely location with nothing nearby. Breakfast is included and it's basic stuff but welcome nevertheless.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jihong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a bit far , close to national park. But the kitchen has everything. We got groceries on the way to the hotel and had the best cooking experience in our 10 days trip of Iceland. The communal bathroom is fine. Toilet paper was not restocked in time but you can ask. A relaxing place. Give us a feeling of belonging to the community . Nice stay anyway.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No on site check-in and I had no idea what room to take. I apparently never received some important check-in information.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie

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

Has What You Need

This guest house has basic rooms inside of an old school building. The room that we stayed in had room for 6 people to sleep. There are shared bathrooms that are well-maintained. The hotel doesn't have a reception area, but we received an email with information about how to access our room. The breakfast in the morning was really the highlight of our stay. It's a lovely buffet with fresh fruit, cheese, meat, breads and yogurt. Everything was fresh and tasty. With fresh food being at a premium in Iceland, the buffet almost felt extravagant. The hotel is conveniently located to Selfoss and the main attractions in the Golden Circle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

miboy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor proerty

Worst property in our 10 day trip thru Iceland. Shared shower does not drain. Missing sink stopper etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm going to quote from an email I received from Ljosafoss Guesthouse after my plane landed in Iceland at 7pm the day I was to check in. Exact copy and paste. Dear Richard, I sent you a message in the morning. We had to cancel your reservation due to overbooking. Best regards, Klaudia Never book with this guest house. You never know if you actually have a room. Thanks
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jacob V

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

Do not stay here! Zero stars!

The price we paid for this place was absolutely ludicrous! EUR 172 for a room with no bathroom, and only a shared toilet similar to what you would find on a school! I don't even know where the bathroom was, but I heard that there was no hot water. No service of any kind. It was basically a bed and a piece of toast in the morning. We had booked two nights, but already the first evening I found another place to stay for the next night. It was cheaper, but much, much higher standard. This place is a complete rip-off!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Thoril S

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Véronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anuradha

Verified

8/10 Good

Meredith Dionne

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023