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Hotel Godafoss

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at Hotel Godafoss where delicious meals await and nature's beauty surrounds them at every turn

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Hotel Godafoss, near its namesake waterfall, offers a peaceful garden with scenic views. The restaurant serves local specialties, and the terrace is perfect for relaxing. Enjoy helpful multilingual staff, free self-parking, and proximity to a nature reserve.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Deluxe Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Terrace, Garden View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Terrace, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Laugar, Hotel Godafoss is in a national park. Forest Lagoon and Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Godafoss and Lake Myvatn. Don't miss out on a visit to Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall. Visit our Laugar travel guide
Map
Fossholl, Laugar, Þingeyjarsveit, 645

What's nearby

  • Godafoss featuring a waterfall, mist or fog and a river or creek
    Godafoss
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Aurora over the winter forest
    Forest Lagoon
    24 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Blue lake in Hverir Myvatn geothermal area, Iceland
    Lake Myvatn
    26 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral
    Akureyri Church
    28 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and rocky coastline
    Myvatn Nature Baths
    39 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dalakofinn
    10 min drive
  • Fosshóll Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Grundagarður 79
    4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Godafoss

Hotel near Godafoss
Consider a stay at Hotel Godafoss and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a nature reserve and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Godafoss offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,900 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 March and 24 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2900 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Godafoss Hotel
Hotel Godafoss Laugar
Hotel Godafoss Hotel Laugar

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Godafoss pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Godafoss?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Godafoss?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Godafoss?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Godafoss located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Godafoss, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Forest Lagoon and Lake Myvatn. Akureyri Church and Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Godafoss Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great cleaned and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good night’s stay. Enjoyed restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy-Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Can walk to the falls and not pay parking. Great souvenir shop next door and hotel staff were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view from our room was AMAZING! We stayed in the suite above the restaurant. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. Our room was welcoming and I loved the heated bathroom floor.
View from our room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view from room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about this hotel is just fantastic! Great stay! The staff really care about their guests! This was my second time staying there. I hope I go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service, accommodations, breakfast, and view of Godafoss.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Used as a base for exploring Godafoss and Aldeyjarfoss waterfalls and My’vant area. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Also great for viewing northern lights
Aldeyjarfoss
Godafoss
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Great hotel and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across from the falls. Food at restaurant is tasty
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely. Food was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay with an even more excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colton

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

Cozy room for family

This was a perfect location to walk to the nearby waterfall which was the main reason for our stay. Parking was easy and close to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful views and the staff is amazing!

Highly recommend. Great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Amazing placd

This pls e is awesome. We stayed on the suite with the view of godafoss and it did not disappoint.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hendricus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, across the street is Godafoss, and then you can be there in the early morning or evening and see it without many tourists. The hotel is nice, we were in the separate building; all clean, and spacious, not modern, but functional. The breakfast is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Godafoss Exceptional Northern Lights a plus!!

Excellent staff and property. We asked about northern lights and they came to wake us at midnight upon our request to go outside and see them. So kind! Clean trendy, comfortable stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is right across from the Godafoss waterfall. It’s an incredible catch if you can book it. The food was wonderful and the staff was very friendly and professional. The room was comfortable and agreeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lili was a delightful host. The rooms were clean and quiet. Once you step outside you can hear the fallls. It actually gets dark enough there to be able to see the northern lights
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were especially friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice and the 2 dogs in the property are the sweetest!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, staff, and food facing the Godafoss waterfall. Couldn’t ask for a better location. You can have the falls all to yourself early morning or late evening.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2 waterfalls within walking g distance from your front door. Glorious! All the staff we interacted with were great, friendly and very helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dror

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
an amazing view very friendly number one choice in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023