Selfoss Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Selfoss
Hotel Selfoss
Room was clean. Ate breakfast in town and dinner. Across the street from hotel is food hall with excellent lunch options. Walkable to breakfast spots and dinner. Beautiful town. Close to Lava Tunnel and great stopping point on ring road. Only two hours to Vik
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Grimsborgir by Keahotels
Good value for money, close to key attractions within the Golden Circle (around half an hour drive), nice staff, great breakfast. Stayed in the superior room - clean, spacious and comfortable overall. Good soundproofing too. There's also a cozy common area and outdoor hot tub at our building. There's ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel South Coast
Quiet and comfortable stay right in the heart of Selfoss. Just what we needed after a long flight and no sleep! Great gym and breakfast. Walking distance to restaurants. You do have to pay extra to use the spa.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Camp Boutique- Glamping
South Central Apartments
Heima Holiday Homes
Heima Holiday Homes are located just a short drive from town, and offers supreme serenity and great Mountain View. Self-checkin was hassle free. The home was fully furnished and equipped. Floor was heated, including bathroom floor. We especially enjoyed the company of the property’s two friend dogs ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Kerid Crater
Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Selfoss Church
You can find out about the history of Arborg when you stop by Selfoss Church. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Urridafoss Waterfall
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Urridafoss Waterfall during your travels in Selfoss. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Nesjavellir
After visiting Nesjavellir, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Turf House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Turf House in Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Knarraros Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Selfoss when you take a trip to Knarraros Lighthouse. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area or seek out the horse riding.
Things to do
The Old Turf Farm at Keldur: Want to Travel Back in Time?
Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour Including Pick Up from Reykjavik
