Hotel Highland Hella (South Iceland)

Hotel Highland

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Hella (South Iceland), Sprengisandur Road no. 26

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Hotel Highland offers stunning views and the chance to wander through the Southern Icelandic highlands and explore the areas glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls and thermal pools.

Situated at the edge of Iceland's most impressive and active volcanic area, the trout and char fishing in this pristine area is world class. The vastness and lack of human impact on the surrounding area makes it truly one of the last places in Europe where freedom, natural beauty and solitude are combined in a breathtakingly powerful experience.

After a day of breathtaking experiences, retreat to Hotel Highland and enjoy the gourmet cuisine from an à la carte menu, take time out in the sauna or hot pots or just relax at the bar.

Access to this last post of civilisation is available all year round by road or guests can even land at our helipad or at the airstrip which is also nearby.

Rooms: 24
Rate: 109 - 301 EUR


Hotel information

Hotel Highland is situated 64°12´00.82 N and 19°15´14.29 W, in the highland of Iceland, north east of the Mt. Hekla the volcano and is within walking distance of the Hrauneyjarfoss Power Plant and the falls and rapids of Hrauneyjarfoss.

The conference room seats up to 42 people in different arrangements and is equipped with all the modern facilities. From Hotel Highland it is only a short distance to many of the most beautiful and popular tourist attractions in the highlands including Landmannalaugar, Thjorsadalur, Mount Hekla, Sprengisandur, Veidivotn and Fjallabak.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Restaurant, Bar, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Free Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, Breakfast Buffet
Activities:   Sauna, Solarium
Services:   Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Internet Services, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included

Room information

The hotel has 2 suites, 2 family suites and 16 double rooms with twin beds and all rooms include bathroom facilities.

Adjacent to the hotel are four additional apartments and 17 double rooms offering sleeping bag accommodation with cooking facilities which is also part of The Hrauneyjar Highland Centre.

Food & beverage

The in house restaurant has received wide acclaim and features gourmet cuisine using the purest and finest ingredients available and prepared by international chefs.

Area information

This area provides an opportunity to explore the abundance of adventure and offers a comfortable base for guests to visit Iceland’s most impressive and active volcanic area.

Trout and char fishing in this pristine area are world class and relatively uncharted by guests from outside Iceland. Hiking through this region is an attractive option.

The hotel is easily reached by paved road all year round. The vastness and lack of human impact on the surrounding area makes it truly one of the last places in Europe where freedom, natural beauty and solitude are combined in a breathtakingly powerful experience.

Travel information

Directions from Reykjavik:
Take Highway Road one, which is the main ring road around Iceland, east through the mountains towards Selfoss. Pass through Selfoss and drive east towards Hella. 10 km east of Selfoss turn left onto road no. 30.

Continue 15 km following the signs for Sprengisandur and then turn right onto road no. 32. This road will take you 60 km to an intersection where you find road no. 26 (F26), follow road F26 and after 10 km you find the Highland Centre & Guesthouse Hrauneyjar on your right hand side and Hotel Highland 1.4 km further on your left.

Directions from Keflavik:
Take the main road towards Reykjavik and look for signs for road one on your right hand side. Upon reaching the junction (roundabout) take Highway Road one (main ring road around Iceland) east through the mountains towards Selfoss.
Pass through Selfoss and drive east towards Hella. 10 km east of Selfoss turn left onto road no. 30. Continue 15 km following the signs for Sprengisandur and then turn right onto road no. 32.
This road will take you 60 km to an intersection where you will find road no. 26 (F26), follow road F26 and after 10 km you find the Highland Centre & Guesthouse Hrauneyjar on your right hand side and Hotel Highland 1.4 km further on your left.

Distances & driving time:
Keflavik Airport: 190 km north east 190 minutes.
Reykjavik: 150 km north east 120 minutes.

Buses and taxis are available.

Important information

The Hotel is open from May 15 to September 15 for individuals and all year round for minimum booking of 10 rooms.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   15:00-00:00
Check Out:   12:00
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.

Internet: Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Diners Club, Euro/Mastercard, Visa