Hestasport Cottages
Vegamót, 560 Varmahlid, Iceland – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 362 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The hotpot was amazing and very warm :) Lovely cottages as well. Good location to see aurora borealis.
AustriaThe cottage was charming and well-equipped. The shared hot tub was wonderful. We absolutely LOVED our horse ride!
United States of AmericaWhat a wonderful place to stay. We were in a cabin with twin beds, plus a loft. Spacious kitchen and living room area, with good sized bathroom and bedroom. A nice front deck overlooking the natural hot spring and the gorgeous Icelandic landscape. All done in natural wood. A very homey place!
United States of AmericaThis was our first stop on the Ring Road and what a way to start! We loved the wood cabin feel and the cozy decor. Space for parking for 2 vehicles was appreciated. The cabin was equipped with everything we needed to make meals. The central hot tub was a bonus and just wonderful after a long day of driving. We took advantage of the discount for the horseback riding Hestasport runs (excellent, by the way). The area was nice and quiet. Be warned (as we were at reception): the hot water smells of sulfur, so be sure to run the cold water for a bit if you want to drink it or cook with it. Great place to stay for horseback riding or just hanging out in the countryside.
United States of AmericaThe cabins are cute, comfy, and CLEAN. There is obvious pride of ownership from the well kept grounds to the cute homey cabins, but the BEST thing of all is the "hot pot" (natrural hotspring soaking pool) open 24/7 and right outside your cabin door! Also the owners have a horse riding service that is OUTSTANDING and can be individualized for all riding levels! Truly remarkable people and place!!
United States of AmericaVery cute, cozy, and clean. Staff was responsive and friendly. Hot tub was lovely. Discount on the horse riding was an added bonus.
United States of AmericaI received very specific directions on where to pick up the keys for our cottage and they were excellent. Person at the desk was very friendly and helpful. It was clean and facilities were adequate. Hot tub was great and very nice to have on our first night. Kitchen facilities were fine, all we needed since breakfast was not included. It was just as I expected. The steps to the loft area were a challenge for a 76'er but carefully and slowly managed them. Lovely cabin overall.
United States of AmericaOne of the nicest cabins we’ve seen in Iceland. The hot pot was the real draw. It’s well constructed so as to be less windy! The property owner and staff were very attentive and helpful. The horse riding trip was the high point of our trip!
United States of AmericaA spacious and charming cottage and prompt communication from the hosts.
United States of AmericaWe had a wonderful experience at Hestaport cottages We enjoyed every single moment of our stay ; It was cozy & extremely comfortable with excellent location . We especially liked the hot spring pool . Would definetely recommend this cottage to everybody! It's a true sample of excellent hospitality.
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Hestasport Cottages is located by a geothermal hot pot, 0.6 mi outside Varmahlíd village. It offers modern, self-catering accommodations with free Wi-Fi, full kitchen facilities and a patio.
The wooden cottages at Hestasport have microwaves, tea/coffee makers and fridges. Dining tables and sofas are also included. Each cottage has a private bathroom with a shower.
The communal, natural outdoor hot tub is ideal for an evening of relaxation. Icelandic horse riding tours and white water rafting trips can be arranged.
A supermarket, petrol station and tourist office are a 2-minute drive from Hestasport’s cottages.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Johannes
Austria“The hotpot was amazing and very warm :) Lovely cottages as well. Good location to see aurora borealis.”
Sheila
United States of America“The cottage was charming and well-equipped. The shared hot tub was wonderful. We absolutely LOVED our horse ride!”
81stainlessUnited States of America“What a wonderful place to stay. We were in a cabin with twin beds, plus a loft. Spacious kitchen and living room area, with good sized bathroom and bedroom. A nice front deck overlooking the natural hot spring and the gorgeous Icelandic...”
NatalieUnited States of America“This was our first stop on the Ring Road and what a way to start! We loved the wood cabin feel and the cozy decor. Space for parking for 2 vehicles was appreciated. The cabin was equipped with everything we needed to make meals. The central...”
CherUnited States of America“The cabins are cute, comfy, and CLEAN. There is obvious pride of ownership from the well kept grounds to the cute homey cabins, but the BEST thing of all is the "hot pot" (natrural hotspring soaking pool) open 24/7 and right outside your cabin...”
KalyaniUnited States of America“Very cute, cozy, and clean. Staff was responsive and friendly. Hot tub was lovely. Discount on the horse riding was an added bonus.”- SharonUnited States of America“I received very specific directions on where to pick up the keys for our cottage and they were excellent. Person at the desk was very friendly and helpful. It was clean and facilities were adequate. Hot tub was great and very nice to have on our...”
TracyUnited States of America“One of the nicest cabins we’ve seen in Iceland. The hot pot was the real draw. It’s well constructed so as to be less windy! The property owner and staff were very attentive and helpful. The horse riding trip was the high point of our trip!”
HiromiUnited States of America“A spacious and charming cottage and prompt communication from the hosts.”
Asma
Oman“We had a wonderful experience at Hestaport cottages We enjoyed every single moment of our stay ; It was cozy & extremely comfortable with excellent location . We especially liked the hot spring pool . Would definetely recommend this cottage...”
- How far is this place from the blue lagoon?Hello, the Hestasport Cottages are some 350 km from the Blue Lagoon. We are located in North Iceland Varmahlíð, in the district Skagafjörður.Answered on November 2, 2020
- Hi Hope you are well, how do we get to you by the airport and also is Reykjavik your nearest airport to you. would we need a car. Thank youHello, the best way to reach us is by car, but there are also public busses from Reykjavík. At this "Corona-time" international flights are to Keflaví..Answered on January 5, 2021
- Apologies , I thought you could see my details. My name is Laura C, and the reservation would be for one day, June 26 for 2 people.’ No name’Dear Laura, today we have got a cancellation for a 2-person cottage for 26th of June. In a few minutes I will release the cottage and you would have t..Answered on May 25, 2021
- Are the northern lights very active here during peak season? Thanks!Hello, if there are northern lights you have a perfect opportunity to watch them from our hot tub in the middle of the cottages. And I would say, yes,..Answered on March 26, 2021
- are any food store around or breakfast options by cottages?Yes, there is a small grocery in Varmahlíð, only in a 1 km distance from our cottages. The hotel in Varmahlíð also offers in high season a breakfast b..Answered on May 10, 2021
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Hestasport Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
The fine print
The GPS coordinates are not always accurate for this area. You should use the following GPS coordinates to arrive at the reception: N 65°32,744' W 19°26,338. Alternatively, you can contact the hotel for directions.
Check in is possible at any time, but guests arriving after 18:00 need to notify the hotel about their anticipated arrival time.
Parking space is provided directly next to the cottages.
Guests can have breakfast at Hótel Varmahlíð, 0.6 mi from the cottages, at an additional cost.
Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.
Please inform Hestasport Cottages of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Hestasport Cottages
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Hestasport Cottages (subject to availability) that can accommodate:
- 4 guests
- 6 guests
For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Hestasport Cottages (subject to availability) that have:
- 2 bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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Hestasport Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Hot spring bath
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Yes, Hestasport Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Hestasport Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Hestasport Cottages is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hestasport Cottages on this page.
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Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hestasport Cottages on this page.
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Hestasport Cottages is 3,100 feet from the center of Varmahlid.
