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Reviews of Torfhús Retreat 5 stars

Dalsholt, 801 Selfoss, Iceland

#4 of 19 hotels in Selfoss

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 57 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Perfect isolation and delicious food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Torfus is a beautiful, solitary hotel in the wilderness of Iceland. The daily set menu for dinner is exceptional, the breakfast delicious and the accommodation comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    10
    Luxurious experience:)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unique accommodation with personal spa! The vegetarian menu at the restaurant was exceptional!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2025

    9.0
    Cosy hotel with very nice Viking themed decoration
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and cosy

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was extremely comfortable and welcoming

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2024

    9.0
    Icelandic Disneyland delivers exceptional experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The beds! Oh my gosh the beds were like sleeping on concrete and I was so sad. I don't even typically mind a harder mattress but it just felt like they were missing a soft topper or something. You also couldn't connect to the TV with any external hardware (which wasn't an issue for us bc we didn't want to spend much time in the room itself).

    This retreat was spectacular. It felt a little like Icelandic Disneyland and I say that as a compliment. Intentional in every detail, the dining experience was exquisite. They were able to cater to my many dietary needs, and it didn't take away from my husband's unfettered experience. The basalt hot tub was shared between three residences but that didn't take away from the experience. The retreat was located in a great place, close to some geothermal spas and a quick trip up to Þingvellir National Park.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    10
    Unique exceptional place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved the setting, the remoteness, the peace, the beauty. Our cottage was warm and stylish and cosy and we LOVED our own natural private heated mini pool. The complimentary mini bar was a man unusual touch. The food in the Torfhus restaurant was EXCEPTIONAL, absolutely divine and the staff were lovely.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    General sitting area - not warm and welcoming, a small library and fireplace will be great….the whole place lacks a gathering place for guests

    In the middle of nature, close to golden circle attractions, peaceful, great food

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    We will return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The chef was excellent, some of the best food we have experienced and served with pride and excellent wine pairings. and the team very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    10
    A total escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Dinner were incredible as was the sommelier and his wine pairing. Staff were all so helpful and friendly. Facilities were wonderful. Thank you

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    10
    Amazing place,amazing people,amazing gastronomy,amazing all…❤️
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    All

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Evrything was incredible

    Setting , rooms . Food hospitality . Luxury classy

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    beautiful property, loved the hot springs

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel advertised a service to wake us up if there were a chance of seeing the northern lights which we were very keen on and therefore signed up. We were disappointed to find out the next morning that other guests had seen the lights but we hadnt been alerted. We were more proactive after that and downloaded an app to alert us and in fact saw some fabulous lights in Reykjavik the following night.

    The guest house is in a beautiful location conveniently located for all the golden circle sights. Our room was warm and cosy and we loved the outside hot tub. The breakfasts and the dinners were all delicious and the staff were super friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    10
    Perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No complaints!

    Incredible stay at Torfhus, location perfect for the main sights of the Golden Circle. Staff were excellent and the food amazing. The hot tubs finished off every day perfectly.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    10
    We loved it and would recommend to everyone
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful clean private amazing

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been great if the house had a wardrobe or a closet.

    Very unique, relaxing and beautiful place to stay. We stayed in a bigger house. The house was beautifully designed. The beds were comfy. The house also had personal hot tub/hot spring. The retreat has amazing restaurant. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious. The staff is very friendly and welcoming.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    9.0
    Definitely would recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing that was not perfect, the temperature in the cottages was on the warm side.

    Unique, beautiful, excellent service!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Waiters could be more up front about the cost of the wine pairings with dinner. (roughly £80 per person)

    Everything, the basalt pool in particular was bliss

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2023

    10
    You will absolutely not regret staying here. location, scenery, meals and accommodations are outstanding.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Stunningly beautiful property. Staff was exceptional, attentive to all needs. We loved the snowmobiling excursion they booked for us. The meals were perfect, one of the best parts of our stay.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2023

    10
    Amazing place in a stunning country!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Should be robes instead of hooded towels for the thermal pool and no conditioner in bathroom.

    Unique stay in Iceland in a beautiful setting, impeccable service!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    10
    our stay was phenomenal! it is truly a luxurious experience in the wilderness. The only suggestion I would make is rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    The location, staff, the room (heated floors), the food!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2023

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Beautiful place. Excellent and helpful staff.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    10
    a charming retreat ideally located within the golden circle where you get a real taste for Icelandic culture both with t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it is remote so you need a car

    our stay at Torfhus felt like a real retreat, it was quiet and the rooms were beautifully designed and cosy. The outside hot spa was a real treat. staff were very attentive and the chef created a wonderful culinary experience each evening. although it’s priced at the top end it really is a stay we will never forget.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2022

    10
    wonderful location where we saw the northern lights, extremely private and romantic with wonderful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no cocktails

    remote location, delicious menu

    Stayed in December 2022

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