Guest scores & sentiment

From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-21

Guests praise the unique barrel cottages, pristine nature, and welcoming hosts with dogs. The well-equipped shared kitchen and outdoor natural hot tub are highlights. Minor drawbacks include small space, limited furniture comfort, occasional kitchen availability issues, and lack of breakfast.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.7

Cleanliness9.7

Rooms9.6

Facilities9.5

Value9.4

Location9.4

Wi-Fi9.1

＋ PraisedCozy barrel cottages · Well-equipped clean shared kitchen · Immersive nature & tranquility · Warm host hospitality

－ ComplaintsSmall indoor space · Low comfort of some furniture · Shared shower facilities · Kitchen may be occupied in the evening

KEYIdeal for nature lovers seeking unique stays. Note compact rooms, shared showers, and verify breakfast/kitchen availability beforehand.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationIs the location convenient? How is the transport?＋

Located in Selfoss, about 71km from Reykjavík Domestic Airport. Note that the access road can be bumpy.

pros_consWhat are the main guest reviews?＋

Rated 9.6/10 (75 reviews). Pros: unique barrel cottages, cleanliness, hosts, and hot tub. Cons: small space and limited furniture comfort.

diningDoes the hotel provide breakfast or dining services?＋

No breakfast provided. A well-equipped shared kitchen is available for self-catering, though it may occasionally be occupied in the evening.

facilityWhat are the special facilities?＋

Highlights include an outdoor natural hot tub and Japanese garden. Rooms feature TVs, private bathrooms, and fully functional kitchens.

roomWhat are the room types and experience like?＋

Accommodations are unique wooden barrel cottages with private bathrooms. Highly rated for cleanliness (9.7), but spaces are noted as small.

serviceHow is the service? Are pets allowed?＋

Service score is 9.7/10, praised for welcoming hosts. However, pets are not allowed, despite hosts having dogs.

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Room types · 2

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Cabin, Shared Bathroom

2 × Twin bed12 ㎡up to 2

2 Twin Beds129-sq-foot room with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and shared/communal kitchen accessSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Shared bathroom, in-room sink, bathrobes, and a hair dryerPractical - Cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors

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Twin Room with Private Toilet and Shared Shower

2 × Twin bed12 ㎡up to 2

This twin room features a hot tub. Featuring bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The twin room also comes with a barbecue. This twin room has a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a TV and a terrace. The unit has 2 beds.

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Facilities · 18

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableHot tub/JacuzziParkingTerraceShared kitchenOutdoor furnitureFire extinguishersSmoke alarmsInternet accessJapanese gardenOffsite parking discounted rates availableCharcoal grillPrivate picnicsSelf parking (surcharge)Free wired internetHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsNon-smoking throughout