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Torfhús Retreat

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Natural pool
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Breakfast area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor space

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Dalsholt, Bláskógabyggd, South Iceland, 801
  • Place, Geysir Hot Springs
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Strokkur
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Secret Lagoon
    ‪23 min drive‬

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House, 2 Bedrooms (Torfhús)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (Torfbær)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Kjarnholt

Located in Bláskógabyggd, Torfhús Retreat is in a rural area. Tungufell and Skalholt Historical Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Geysir Hot Springs and Strokkur. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cave exploring nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Geysir Hot Springs - 22 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Strokkur - 22 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Secret Lagoon - 23 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Skalholt Historical Site - 24 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Gullfoss - 29 min drive - 20.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Geysir Glima - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Skjól Pizza & Matsedill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Geysistofa(Service Centre) - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Réttin - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Úthlíð - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Torfhús Retreat

Along with 15 outdoor pools, this smoke-free cabin has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, conference space, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance are on-site. All 25 soundproofed cabins feature free WiFi and espresso makers. For a bit of entertainment, Smart TVs come with Netflix, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like sitting areas and fridges.
Torfhús Retreat offers 25 accommodations with free minibar items and espresso makers. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch Smart televisions come with Netflix. Additionally, rooms include a safe and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

15 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 133580

Frequently asked questions

Does Torfhús Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has 15 outdoor pools.

Is Torfhús Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Torfhús Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Torfhús Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Torfhús Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Torfhús Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this luxury cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tungufell, Strokkur and Geysir Hot Springs. Gullfoss and Secret Lagoon are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Torfhús Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent food, friendly, love the hot spring spa
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Norther lights and amazing dinners
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you are in Iceland, I highly recommend staying here. The people, the food, the accommodations and the view are simply amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unique experience. Gorgeous property. Excellent staff. All around lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Amenities
Incredible retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Food was amazing as well as the staff. Cottages were very neat
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay

This is a very comfortable and unusual place to stay: a modern version of an old turf house. Very quiet and peaceful place; excellent dinner available. My wife and I enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

You NEED to visit this one

Amazing place, outstanding service.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay at Torfhus Retreat was great. The location is perfect for exploring the Golden Circle – we could easily visit major sites without exhausting drives. The hospitality was warm and genuine, making us feel completely at home. One of our favorite surprises was the charming Icelandic horses at the fence from the neighboring farm – we got some wonderful photos of these beautiful creatures. The food was wonderful throughout our stay. Breakfast provided everything we needed to start our days of adventure, and the four-course dinners each evening were truly memorable. We can't recommend Torfhus Retreat highly enough for anyone planning to explore Iceland's Golden Circle.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Remarkable, outstanding and overall a special experience. The service was nothing short of perfection, food was absolutely delicious and the accommodations were cozy and comfortable. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A wonderful two night stay.

Fantastic. Wonderful staff who couldn’t do enough to make our stay a memorable one.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An incredible place to stay in Iceland! The team there made us feel welcome and couldn’t do enough to help. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful but overpriced for amenities provided!

Lovely location. Wonderful main area and kitchen. Food was great! Hotel rooms (turf houses) are teeny - 1 bedroom house had nowhere to put luggage nor any cabinets to unpack. Bathroom had no place for toiletries. Minimal personal items such as no conditioner, no robes, no slippers. The advertised private thermal pools are actually shared with two other units. Since so little needed to be done to upgrade comfort, this could have been a 5-star experience, but didn’t quite feel that way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Ghd
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Una gran propiedad, el lugar es magico
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sehr schöner Auftakt in unsere Island Rundreise. Sehr gut ausgestattet, gutes Restaurant, tolle Lage
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is absolutely amazing. We stayed in a 2-bedroom cottage, which included a full kitchen and a private geothermal hot tub. Staff was superb. Breakfast, which is included, was excellent. Dinner, at an additional cost, was fantastic and some of the best meals we have ever had on vacation. I can not say enough good things about this property. Be advised that the nearest grocery store is around 20 minutes and closest town is 30-40 min. We found this property to be the perfect place to base our southern coast exploration. If you are looking for a place in this region, I highly recommend Torfhus Retreat. We will definitely be back to this special property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Go here, eat here, do the wine pairing. It’s fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Everything was excellent! Cabin, staff and the evening meal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We've enjoyed some of the best resorts all over North America, Europe and Asia and this place ranks at the top. Magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Amazing experience and service

Amazing accommodations, service and food. I've been to Iceland 6 times and this rates as the best 5 star hotel out of the dozen or so I've stayed at in total.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Torfus Retreat is an unique luxury experience and a must stay during a trip to Iceland. The owners and entire staff are passionate about making your stay the absolute best. From the dining hall to the basalt soaking pools, the attention to detail throughout the property is fantastic. Jóhannes, the Retreat Manager, even helped us secure our Covid tests prior to leaving the country. Don't miss out on the dinner. We had the tasting menu - full of surprises, even for a vegetarian. So delicious. If you are looking for a centrally located accommodation in the Golden Circle, look no further. You are home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024