Reviews of Helgafell Guesthouse
Helgafell 1, 340 Stykkishólmur, Iceland
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful location, warm welcoming neighbors including sheep & dogs. Close to all we could need. So very sad to leave this very special place.
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewSpacious, clean, great beds and bedding, XXL kitchen, superquiet area
Not a very modern/contemporary vibe
Reviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat little house with a fun short hike for incredible views. The house is located on acute horse farm over lake. Very relaxing place but also a cute town for dinner or drinks nearby.
The house is very comfortable, but missing some important items in the kitchen. No freezer, no way to have ice, no oven mitts, in need of some new pans.
Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe house is very spacious and the view of the living room is excellent. I especially like the kitchen area which is well equipped and comfortable. The bedroom is clean and tidy with nice bathroom. Will recommend to friends for Iceland trip.
Reviewed: 29 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe location is majestic. We would highly recommend the property, house, and our kind hosts.
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewAmazing view Well equipped Big and comfortable
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Reviewed: 26 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewComfortable house to stay and gorgeous view from the living room.
Reviewed: 18 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWonderful house, with every comfort!
Reviewed: 24 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewSpacious apartment overlooking a beautiful bay with lovely hosts. They were so kind to allow us a late check out and lend us a shovel to dig our car out when there was more snow than expected. Thank you for your kindness!
Reviewed: 21 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewHighly recommend
Reviewed: 29 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewSerene setting on the bank of the calm sea, with some historic value for the locals.Apartment was very spacious, beds very comfortable and views just wonderful. The host was wonderful accepting withoutextra charge to rebook our stay by one day (i made a mistake in the dates of the original booking - very, very nice gesture. All the facilities were in pristine condition, we really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed: 20 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful area and very nice comfortable large apartment.
Reviewed: 15 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful farm location in rural Iceland. View was spectacular. Very well equipped and comfortable place to stay.
Reviewed: 4 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewLovely place - clean, warm, quiet. Beautiful area near the holy mountain and lake. Johanna is very responsive and friendly person. Everything was perfect, it’s definitely one of the best places for staying in my life!
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Reviewed: 23 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewExcellent service of receiving our luggage that was delayed at the airport and delivered to this Guesthouse while we were not there. Great floorplan, great beds and great bathroom
Reviewed: 12 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewAt the foot of Hellefell mountain where you can make wishes! Lots of tourists come by for the hike and the church which makes for good people watching. We absolutely loved seeing the inquisitive sheep and horses up close. And the two farm dogs were so friendly and lovable!
I wish we knew better and stayed longer. It’s about one hour from some sites so we would have stayed an extra day and tacked on the peninsula travel.
Reviewed: 10 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewGorgeous location.
Understand when you book that even if you rent the whole house you are really just renting some bedrooms. If you are traveling with four people but you require three bedrooms because co-sleeping is not an option you must state this up front as only two bedrooms will be unlocked when you arrive. This was ultimately resolved and property owner made things right but it was tense for a while.
Reviewed: 27 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThey are super nice and hospitable. The place feels like home.