From the doorstep
Northern lights hunt
September – April. Dark countryside skies, no city light. We'll point you to the best spots.
Things to do
Tours & things to do nearby.
Book day tours, glacier walks, hot-spring visits and northern-lights trips directly through our tour desk.
Nearby attractions
Within easy reach of Stafholt.
~55 km · 45 min drive
Hraunfossar & Barnafoss
Countless small streams of pale-blue glacier water seep straight out of an ancient lava field into the Hvítá river.
~12 km · 15 min drive
Deildartunguhver
Europe's most powerful hot spring. Steam rising over the river — and the Krauma geothermal baths next door.
~70 km · 1 hr drive
Húsafell & Langjökull
Forest walks, lava caves and Iceland's second-largest glacier — with ice-cave tours in winter.
~8 km · 10 min drive
Víðgemlir
A historic farmstead deep in Borgarfjörður, known from the Icelandic sagas and surrounded by wide green fields.
~30 km · 25 min drive
Grábrók
A 170-metre volcanic crater near Bifröst with a short hiking trail and panoramic views over the lava fields.
~25 km · 20 min drive
Glanni
A hidden waterfall and paradise pool on the Norðurá river — a quiet spot for a summer picnic.
~20 km · 20 min drive
Reykholt
Historic home of Snorri Sturluson — medieval scholar, poet and saga author. Visit Snorralaug, one of Iceland's oldest geothermal pools.
~45 km · 35 min drive
Canyon Baths
Natural geothermal baths tucked into a lava canyon — soak in warm pools surrounded by moss and rock.
~120 km · 1 hr 45 min
Snæfellsnes peninsula
Black beaches, basalt cliffs, fishing villages and the glacier on the horizon — a full day trip.
Guest reviews
Loved by travellers
Excellent ratings from 499+ verified guest reviews.
Booking.com
A magical countryside stay
"An absolute gem in West Iceland. The Aurora Cabin was magical — we watched the northern lights from bed. Breakfast was generous and the hosts could not have been kinder."
Sophie L.
United Kingdom
October 2025
Hotels.com
Will absolutely return
"Perfect base for exploring Borgarfjörður. The hot tub under the stars was a highlight after a long day of waterfalls and lava caves. Will absolutely return."
Emma R.
Canada
August 2025
Google
Beautiful spot, excellent food
"Quiet countryside setting with stunning mountain views. The superior room was spacious and beautifully kept. The restaurant on site was a lovely surprise — excellent lamb."
Markus B.
Germany
September 2025
Tripadvisor
A romantic countryside escape
"We loved our room which had real linen sheets and a comfortable bathroom. The lobby was simple but very comfortable with real leather couches. Every area of the hotel was very clean and really quiet. The staff were really nice too. If not for our short allotted time, we would love to stay for a week."
Gunnar H.
Tripadvisor
December 2025
Hotels.com
A peaceful retreat
"A peaceful retreat after busy days on the road. The Barn room felt private and cosy, and we loved the countryside walks right from the door."
David & Mei
Singapore
May 2025
Google
Mæli hiklaust með
"Frábær gisting í fallegu umhverfi. Starfsfólkið var einstaklega elskulegt og morgunmaturinn í sérflokki. Mæli hiklaust með Hótel Stafholti."
Anna K.
Iceland
June 2025
Tripadvisor
Best lamb ever
"We stopped by the restaurant at Hotel Stafholt. The staff was very friendly and everything looked cosy. Mom said the lamb was the absolute best she has ever tasted in a restaurant. My fish dish was also very tasty. The view is spectacular and we left very happy."
Klara
Iceland
June 2026
Tripadvisor
Easily 5/5
"Warm welcome after a long day of travel. Kind host. Quaint, comfortable and clean. Delicious soup and breakfast buffet. Worth the drive if out of the way."
Christina P.
Tripadvisor
October 2025
Tour desk
Plan your days — we'll handle the bookings.
Our tour desk has dozens of trips, activities and pickups available across West Iceland.