Guesthouse Bitra B&B

–Excellent location - show map
Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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About this property

This family-run property is 400 metres off Route 1 and 15 km from Selfoss. It offers free Wi-Fi and a terrace. Homemade bread, jam and pastries are served for breakfast. Guesthouse Bitra B&B’s simple rooms have either private or shared bathroom facilities. They provide views of Mount Hekla or the surrounding countryside. Bitra Guesthouse is a 40-minute drive from Reykjavík. Thingvellir National Park and Geysir are 50 km away. Northern Lights spotting is possible during winter.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site

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Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
3 single beds
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1 single bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
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4 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Weilon
    United States United States
    “Comfortable beds, great view of the Icelandic countryside when you wake up in the morning. Good amenities and the breakfast is delicious.”
  • David
    France France
    “The breakfast, the comfort of the room and the fact that they accomodate a very late check in (1AM)”
  • Elena
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “very nice room and the stuff was excellent. Breakfast was really good and the place was very clean. Its located just outside the city but its a very small drive.”
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Good location on South Coast with access to Golden Circle, South Coast and Reykjavik. Basic but very comfortable rooms and bed with everything you need. Spotlessly clean shared WC and shower and excellent breakfast. Provided area with kettle,...”
  • Harri
    Finland Finland
    “We had a great stay at the guesthouse on top of the hill. The location is great next to the cross roads of Golden Circle and the road to south coast. The facilities were in really great shape and the rooms were comfy and clean.”
  • Karyna
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Everything was just perfect. Friendly staff, cleanliness, good location, cosy rooms, very good and varied breakfast.”
  • Louise
    Australia Australia
    “Fantastic breakfast, facilities excellent - just a pity we only had one night.”
  • Amelia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Comfortable b&b , excellent breakfast , great value for money”
  • Michal
    Poland Poland
    “Very relaxing place! I really enjoyed the breakfast – it was delicious! I wish we had stayed longer than just one night. For this type of accommodation and price, it was an excellent choice!”
  • Marcela
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    “Perfect location for those who prefer quieter places. Wonderful owners, very rich breakfast, clean bathrooms with all you need! And place to see Aurora even in May!!! 👍”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 1,184 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a friendly Icelandic family who were excited to take over the guesthouse in 2021. We cannot wait to welcome you, make you feel at home at our cosy Bitra and share our beautiful country, food and culture with you.

Property information

Bitra Guesthouse is a welcoming and affordable hotel in South Iceland, close to the country’s most popular sightseeing routes. Those seeking modern accommodation with easy access to incredible natural attractions will find its location convenient and amenities plentiful. There are 17 rooms at Bitra guesthouse, with single, double, triple, and four-person family varieties. They are bright, cheery, and some boast stunning views over Mount Hekla, a local volcano. The bathrooms are shared but spacious and well-maintained. The great big icelandic breakfast is free, the wi-fi is free and also a free parking.

Neighbourhood information

Bitra Guesthouse has a fantastic position in the landscapes of South Iceland, only 15 minutes east of the town of Selfoss. You will be able to find grocery stores, gas stations, and a range of other travelers services here. Furthermore, this location places you between two incredible sightseeing routes, the Golden Circle and South Coast. The closest site of the former, Thingvellir National Park, takes only 45 minutes to reach. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir is a magnificent place to learn about Iceland’s history and geology. It is easy to access the other iconic attractions of the Golden Circle - the Geysir Geothermal Area and Gullfoss waterfall - from the park.

Languages spoken

English,Icelandic

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Guesthouse Bitra in advance.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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