Hestheimar Hotel - Hella

National Geographic-listed guesthouse on a horse farm in South Iceland

Accommodations

Hestheimar Hotel Hella offers spacious cottages with fully equipped kitchens, private bathrooms, and garden or mountain views. Geothermal heating sourced from natural springs 15 km away keeps the rooms warm year-round. Guests can book family rooms or two-bedroom cottages that include a dishwasher, induction cook-top, and microwave.

Dining

The on-site restaurant at Hestheimar Iceland serves local cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. A generous buffet breakfast includes homemade pancakes, fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juice. Themed dinner nights and a bar with wine and champagne are available for guests.

Activities

Guests at Hestheimar Hella Iceland can join horseback riding tours on the property's own farm with Icelandic horses. Hiking, walking tours, and live sport events are organized by the hotel. The hot tub offers year-round use with views of the surrounding countryside and is a prime spot for Northern Lights viewing due to low light pollution.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Hestheimar provides board games, puzzles, and children's meals for families staying at the hotel. Spacious one-bedroom or two-bedroom cottages accommodate couples or small families with extra bedding available. The property also offers a picnic area and outdoor furniture for family use.

Location

Hestheimar is situated along the Golden Circle route, 71 km from Vestmannaeyjar Airport, with easy access to Geysir and Gullfoss. Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls are within a short drive from the hotel. The farm's secluded position on a hill provides unobstructed views of the Icelandic countryside and volcanoes.

• Recognition: National Geographic's '100 Hotels of a Lifetime'
• Rooms: Cottages with full kitchens and private bathrooms
• Dining: Buffet breakfast with homemade options and special diet menus
• Activities: Horseback riding, hiking, and Northern Lights viewing
• Wellness: Hot tub with panoramic countryside views
• Sustainability: Geothermal heating from natural hot springs 15 km away