South Iceland Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Rangárþing eystra with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Private kitchen
Living area
Restaurant
Flat-screen TV
South Iceland Guesthouse offers a peaceful mountain retreat with convenient amenities. Relax in the garden, enjoy meals at the restaurant, or unwind with drinks at the bar. The café serves coffee while guests plan adventures using the free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Rangárþing eystra, South Iceland Guesthouse is in a rural area and in the mountains. Skógar Museum and Sagnheimar Byggðasafn are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rutshellir Caves and Drangshlio Houses. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
Map
Steinar 3, Rangárþing eystra, 861

What's nearby

  • Rutshellir Caves - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Drangshlio Houses - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Skógar Museum - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Skogafoss - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Seljalandsfoss - 22 min drive - 24.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hótel Skógafoss Bistro Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Heimamenn Mini Market & Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ásólfsskáli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gamla Fjosid - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pylsuvagninn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

South Iceland Guesthouse

Guesthouse in the mountains
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at South Iceland Guesthouse. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at South Iceland Guesthouse offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and heating

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 13.0 per day

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 13.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

South Iceland
South Iceland Guesthouse Guesthouse
South Iceland Guesthouse Rangárþing eystra
South Iceland Guesthouse Guesthouse Rangárþing eystra

Frequently asked questions

Is South Iceland Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at South Iceland Guesthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at South Iceland Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South Iceland Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is South Iceland Guesthouse located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Steinahellir and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rutshellir Caves and Drangshlio Houses. Skógar Museum and Skogafoss are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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South Iceland Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 191 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful and the area is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kees

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Een prima guesthouse, dichtbij gelegen bij de bezienswaardigheden. Een super keuken met alles wat je nodig hebt.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good restaurant across the street. Good location right on the ring road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the facility; had to wait on the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed. Bed was comfortable. Many flies in the shared kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful guest house, easy check in, bright room, clean, spacious, kitchen with everything you need to cook
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and super easy place to stay on the way to VIk, bit remote service wise but theres a bakery super close that is also excelent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop for a night. The place was clean and had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed being at the base of a mountain and being able to see that from the shower.
View from the shower
Room 6
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and large. Kitchen/dining area was large with all the essentials. The view from the house was great also. My family really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Minnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms are very small. Kitchen is adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Assia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient location but too basic for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gut ausgestattete Küche.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra och stort rum för oss fyra i familjen. Rent och många badrum. Vi stannade bara en natt.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location close to the fosses, facilities are nice and the kitchen is fully stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aitziber

cocina muy ampia
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samarth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with spacious rooms. Floor in the main lobby is also heated. Showers/bathrooms are clean with good water pressure. Check out time is a bit early which is the only downside (10am)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

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

Very nice rapid stay

Everything was great as described, friendly people around and the house was impeccable clean. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

AINGEAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small, but that seems the norm in private guesthouses in Iceland. Close to roadway. Easy to find..great kitchen. I loved that there was milk for coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rowattie

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

Good place to stay

Good place to stay, clean and comfortable. Shared space is convenient. Decent location considering it is a small town with few options. However 20-30 min drive into heart of Vik. No gas/stores closer
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay! Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Similar to a hostel but everyone staying here were quiet and friendly. One star removes due to the duvet being uncomfortable, was quite rough against my skin. Otherwise, would come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Georg

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
No lights for to read, dusty, old matress, everything a little bit dirty, fridge full with food not used any more and full of ice. Next to street,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025