Name: Skálatjörn Guesthouse
Address: Skálatjörn, 801 Skálatjörn, Iceland, Skálatjörn, South Iceland, 801, Iceland
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $215 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.2

Skálatjörn Guesthouse

Skálatjörn, 801 Skálatjörn, Iceland – Great location - show map

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Located on a goat farm, Skálatjörn Guest house offers homestay rooms and self-catering apartment options in Skálatjörn. This property is located 12 mi from Selfoss, while Lake Kerid is 22 mi away. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Free WiFi is available. Hella town center is 19 mi way from Skálatjörn Guest house, while Keldur is 29 mi away. Reykjavik is 43 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

2 twin beds

Apartment with Mountain View

Bedroom 1:

2 twin beds

Bedroom 2:

1 king bed

Bedroom 3:

1 twin bed

Superior Studio

2 twin beds

1 king bed

Family Studio

4 twin beds

2 king beds

Standard Studio

2 twin beds

1 king bed

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.6

Facilities

9.1

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Value for money

9.0

Location

8.9

Free WiFi

9.5

High score for Skálatjörn

See what guests loved the most:

Kate
United States of America
“Room was clean, a bit far from the main road. The goat tour was really cute and our kids LOVED seeing the animals.”
Coleen
United States of America
“We were there only a short time but it was a very nice apartment with everything we needed. Host was very accommodating and responsive to our questions.”
Flink
United States of America
“The goat tour was a lot of fun! Our room was clean and comfortable.”
Nicolas
France
“The room was well equipped and we were provided with a lot of little things to make the stay enjoyable.”
Maia
United States of America
“Nice amenities in clean, comfy rooms with private bath (superior studio). Lovely setting and very friendly hosts! Our stay was quick, but it was a great stopping place on our travels!”
Carol
United States of America
“Beautiful area, very friendly guests, Barn accommodations were outstanding, everything you needed and more!! beds and pillows very comfortable everything was very clean!”
Sivan
United States of America
“The goat tour is a must! Clean rooms Very comfortable Small touches - chocolate, post card, teddy bear on the kids bed, beer in the fridge”
Xiaodong
United States of America
“We had wonderful experiences with this property. The owner is very nice. She has very cute dog, cat, and goats. The dog is shy. The white cat and the goats are very friendly. They just came to us and let us pat. They are so cute. Our kids love...”
James
United States of America
“Set in a great rural location the guesthouse was quiet. Our room was small, but had everything we needed. The bed was exceptionally comfortable and we slept like a rock.”
Autumn
United States of America
“Amazing place with the nicest host in the country! Get there in time for the goat tour, they are the sweetest goats.”

Managed by Helena is welcoming you and are in love with the goats and Stefán the viking

Company review score: 9.6Based on 393 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

Your hosts, Helena and Stefan, are proud goats farmers that moved from Reykjavik city in 2014 after living there for the past 30 years before deciding to move to the countryside. Helena worked as a teacher and hairdresser with her own salon. Stefán worked as a carpenter and bricklayer. They look forward to welcoming their guests and give them a touch of what it is like to live in the countryside. Your hosts will make you feel at home, comfortable and safe. We’d love to have you visit us. Skalatjorn works towards protecting the population of goats in Iceland and has the am

Property info

Welcome to Skalatjörn Guesthouse Experience the real Icelandic countryside with Skálatjörn , little family hotel located on a serene and quiet goat farm in Skálatjörn, Iceland. This farmstay offer comfortable accommodations complete with free Wi-Fi, views of the most famous volcanoes in Iceland, Eyjafjallajökull and Hekla and close to attractions. Skálatjörn is perfect for travellers who love nature, animals and the calming countryside. Your lovely and welcoming hosts, Helena and Stefan, will make you feel at home and will tend to your needs to make your stay the best possible. Meet their friendly goats and furry friends that live on the farm, it is truly a great place to stay for your Icelandic vacation.Accommodation . They enjoy having people at their own house and offer 3 bedrooms equipped with two single beds and free Wi-Fi is also available. If you want to stay in a cozy apartment they also offer one apartment above the stable with stunning views of Hekla volcano Eyjafjallajökull volcano, equipped with 2 double beds, 1 sofa bed. They also have six studio apartments equipped with a private bathroom, kitchenette with microwave, stovetop, and beautiful views of the mountain

Neighborhood info

Skalatjorn is strategially located for travellers that want to explore Iceland and see the magnificent attractions. The famous Golden Circle which entails natural wonders such as Gullfoss and Geysir is close by. Furthermore the crater Kerið, the old parliament site Þingvellir and the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss are close by. A wonderful black beach is near the farm. Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is only 60 minutes driving away. The jeep – mountain tracks of Fjallabaksleið lie a few kilometres away. Take a day trip to the islands of Vestmannaeyjar or drive 15 minutes to Selfoss, the fifth largest urban area in Iceland to go swimming, golfing or dining. If you want to go horseback riding, there are several horse stables in the neighbourhood. From the farm, you can get lucky enough to see the mesmerizing northern lights in the sky during wintertime.

Languages Spoken

English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of Skálatjörn Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

House rules

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Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Check-out

From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Crib upon request

Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Skálatjörn Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

The prices at Skálatjörn Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Check-in at Skálatjörn Guesthouse is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
Skálatjörn Guesthouse is 150 feet from the center of Skálatjörn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Room options at Skálatjörn Guesthouse include:
- Twin
- Apartment
- Studio
Skálatjörn Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Tour or class about local culture