Hótel Selja
Situated in the heart of south Iceland, it is the ideal location to visit all the sights and see Northern Lights.
Family friendly
12 spacious (18-20 m2) cozy non-smoking rooms with private bathroom and large shower.
Wheelchair accessible
The entire unit is on the ground floor and is fully wheelchair accessible. There are no steps or stairs
Great view
From our rooms you can have a great view over the famous glacier-volcanoes Eyjafjallajökull and Katla, Þórsmörk valley, Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Vestmann islands.
Northern lights
Because the hotel is located in the middle of the untouched nature, there is no light pollution and then, it is the ideal location to see the beautiful Northern Lights.
Services
FREE Private parking, FREE High Speed Wi-fi, Breakfast buffet, Lunch packs.
Hotel Selja opened its doors in June 2018. Designed to blend seamlessly with the local architecture and preserve the surrounding landscape, the hotel’s exterior evokes the traditional style of an Icelandic farm. Inside, the décor is minimal yet elegant, with all furniture custom-made in Italy by skilled artisans. The result is a space that reflects the quality and attention to detail for which the Made in Italy brand is renowned worldwide.
From the hotel’s rooms, guests can enjoy stunning views of iconic natural landmarks, including the famous glacier-volcanoes Eyjafjallajökull and Katla, the Þórsmörk glacial valley, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, the Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands), and, if lucky, the mesmerizing Northern Lights.
Hotel Selja is perfectly located for exploring the highlights of southern Iceland. Nearby attractions include:
Seljalandsfoss waterfall – 8 minutes
Gluggafoss waterfall – 13 minutes
Ferry to the Westman Islands – 13 minutes
Skogafoss waterfall and Skógar Museum – 30 minutes
Sólheimajökull glacier – 35 minutes
Airplane wreck – 35 minutes
Dyrhólaey Nature Reserve – 50 minutes
Reynisfjara black sand beach – 55 minutes
Vík town – 55 minutes
This central location makes Hotel Selja an ideal base for longer stays, allowing guests to explore the region without the hassle of changing hotels every day.
Hotel Selja is located on Road No. 250, Dimonarfvegur, directly in front of the majestic Eyjafjallajökull volcano. It is just 15 minutes from the town of Hvolsvöllur, 1.5 hours from Reykjavík, and 2 hours from Keflavík International Airport.
Rooms
Hotel Selja features 12 spacious and inviting non-smoking rooms, each measuring 18–20 m². Every room includes a private bathroom with a large shower and offers breathtaking views. Choose from Single, Double/Twin, Triple, or wheelchair-accessible options to suit your needs.
From your room, enjoy stunning vistas of the renowned glacier-volcanoes Eyjafjallajökull and Katla, the Þórsmörk glacial valley, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, the Vestmann Islands, and even the mesmerizing Northern Lights!
Check-in and Check-out Times
- Check-in: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
- Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
Room Amenities
Each room at Hotel Selja is thoughtfully equipped with:
- Spacious layout (18–20 m²)
- Parquet flooring
- Desk for work or leisure
- Independent heating for personalized comfort
- Breakfast buffet included
- High-quality towels
- Hairdryer
- Coffee and tea maker
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Satellite flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Wheelchair accessibility. The entire unit located on the ground floor for easy access
The restaurant
Breakfast at Hotel Selja is served daily from 8:30 to 10:00, offering a delicious start to your day. Lunch packs can be arranged upon request for your convenience. Dinner is available on request, with group dinners requiring a reservation at least 3 days in advance.
1. COLORS AND HOT SPRINGS
Landmannalaugar Nature Reserve is one of the most amazing places in the World. The original magmatism, makes the multicolored mountains where so many hot springs arise. The route takes us through captivating, contorted lava flows that have emerged from a myriad of different craters and fissures.
2. THE FOREST OF THOR
One of the best places to feel the untouched Nature, a glacial valley surrounded by glaciers where wild rivers and amazing woods make the magic atmosphere.
Sights include Gígjökull glacier where powerful glacial floods escaped during the 2010 eruption. Along the way, short hikes are always an option.
3. LUNAR ESCAPE
An incredible territory unexplored by classical tourism. Great volcanoes, black sand lowlands and lava flows makes this region unique to the World. Waterfalls abound here and the canyon’s stratified lava/ash layer walls are remarkably striking. Beautifully sculpted landscapes, vivid green with moss carpeting.
4. BEST OF THE SOUTH
On this tour you will discover the best attractions of the south region of Iceland like volcanoes, glaciers, stunning valleys, waterfalls and panoramic views. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience a fantastic excursion. We take you to some of the most thrilling natural attractions in south Iceland.
5. SNOWMOBILE ADVENTURE
This excursion is perfect for those who are looking for a scenic fun ride on a glacier and want to explore the wilderness and breathtaking view over Iceland. Don’t be scared, the tour is suitable for first time riders, driving a snowmobile is easy! The snowmobile ride takes you to the top of Mýrdalsjökull glacier.
6. GLACIER WALK EXPERIENCE
The glacial landscape is amazing and dynamic, every day is different, including crevices, sinkholes and small black volcanic sandhills. Sometimes it’s possible to take a look into the holes or enter the caves. Along the way to the glacier, we will have a good view of the glacier lagoon and the area around the glacier.
7. ATV QUAD BIKE
This tour will give you the opportunity to enjoy the magnificent landscape formed by the volcano Katla which now lies dormant under the icecap Mýrdalsjökull. We head down to the black sand beach and the coast line. When we are down at the black beach, we head across the coast line towards the old plane wreck.
8. HORSEBACK RIDING
The icelandic horse was brought to Iceland by the Vikings. It's one of the oldest breeds of horses and the prettiest. It's obedient and gentle and suitable for everyone. Riding in Iceland is a wonderful and relaxing experience, you will cross beautiful landscapes enjoying the silence of unspoiled nature.
1. COLORS AND HOT SPRINGS
Landmannalaugar Nature Reserve is one of the most amazing places in the World. The original magmatism, makes the multicolored mountains where so many hot springs arise. The route takes us through captivating, contorted lava flows that have emerged from a myriad of different craters and fissures.
2. THE FOREST OF THOR
One of the best places to feel the untouched Nature, a glacial valley surrounded by glaciers where wild rivers and amazing woods make the magic atmosphere.
Sights include Gígjökull glacier where powerful glacial floods escaped during the 2010 eruption. Along the way, short hikes are always an option.
Where are we and what is around us?
- Hótel Selja 🏡 Dímonarvegur, 861 Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
- Þórsmörk Þórsmörk, Hvolsvöllur, Southern Region 861, Iceland
- Seljalandsfoss Seljalandsfoss, Route 249, Hvolsvöllur, Southern Region 861, Iceland
- Eyjafjallajökull Eyjafjallajökull, 63°38′N 19°36′W, Hvolsvöllur, Southern Region 861, Iceland
- Seljavallalaug Seljavallalaug, 861 Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
- Skógafoss Skógafoss, Skógafoss, Hvolsvöllur, Southern Region 861, Iceland
- Dyrhólaey Dyrhólaey Sea Arch, Vík í Mýrdal, Southern Region 871, Iceland
- Reynisfjara Reynisfjara, Reynishfervisvegur, Vík í Mýrdal, Southern Region 871, Iceland
- Mýrdadlsjökull Mýrdalsjökull, Vík í Mýrdal, Southern Region 871, Iceland
