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Reviews of Wilderness Center / Óbyggðasetur Íslands

Fljótsdalur, 701 Óbyggðasetur, Iceland

#2 of 2 hotels in Óbyggðasetur

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Review score

Based on 112 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No space to store the luggage in the room

    Amazing breakfast with gluten free options. The staff was super forthcoming and helpful. We loved the ncluded spa

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    8.0
    Very special place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - Alcove
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not so much public inside area to read or play a game or so.

    The hot tub and the food!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was perfect. Amazing place. Something what you can find just in Iceland .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    9.0
    Excellent cuisine and super relaxing warm bath
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Almost nothing, even if we are not used to sleep in shared rooms, all the guests were quiet and educated and the room was very quiet at night

    the kindness of the staff and the homemade cuisine, the lamb was exceptionally tasty and soft, and all the dishes preparee and served with care and attention. It has been a memorable dinner, the best we had during our holiday. We also appreciate the hot pool, the temperature of the pool was perfect and the facilities well arranged

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    8.0
    Nice location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No access to kettle, too soft mattress

    The old feel, the location and the friendliness of staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    7.0
    Lovely, but also misleading without being told of the cost of the museum tour.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn’t like that we weren’t told that the museum tour cost money. We were encouraged to go for it because they knew we had some time before dinner. It felt like a scam. We were told that there were accommodations for a sauna, hot pool, and cold pool. However, the hot pool was not hot at all and the cold pool was covered with a wooden board and filled with moss/algae. Our experience was wonderful otherwise but that top incident really soured things.

    We really enjoyed the delicious family style dinner (additional cost). The food was traditional Icelandic cooking and one of the best meals of our trip. The sleeping arrangements were very tidy and clean. The property staff were all very kind and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A gem in a remote location, but surprisingly the hotel is well managed and maintained, room is very clean. Dinner was unforgettable, well organized, delicious and homey food. Thumbs up! It is a good value for our stay. Keep on your good work!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Unique and memorable place :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The accommodation is situated at the end of the valley, surrounded by beautiful nature. Unfortunately, because we arrived late, we weren't able to take advantage of the amenities offered. However, this did not diminish our overall experience. The bed was suitable for the two of us, and clean bed linen and towels were provided. Additionally, the shared sanitary facilities were kept clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    8.0
    Special place with familiar attitude, good for 1 or 2 nights, very friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The double-bed-room was very small, walls not noise-proofed, loud in the evening and in the morning. The menu are the same every day.

    Very good breakfast-buffet (extra costs), good place for hiking- or bike-tours in the surroundings. Hotpot and sauna with towels for free, interesting museum about farmers life in former times; good dinner in the evening (extra costs), interesting talks at the large family-table with other guests during the meals or in the hotpot.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We stay there just for one night. It's easy to find and it is not so expensive, when you do early reservation. The room was historic, I enjoyed it, but for 4 adults really small. We also had a dinner in their restaurant, I never have so delicious fish! I really recommend to eat there!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Very unique place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot tub was only warm. Double bed was against a wall making it hard for two people to maneuver.

    Setting, staff, food.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    10
    Peaceful, beautiful and authentic with fantastic people!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing. It was perfect.

    We felt so welcome from the moment we arrived! The farmhouse and other buildings are very tastefully decorated and give you a sense of the history of the farm (which has been in the same family for 600 years). The room was very small and basic which actually added to the experience, and the meals are shared around a family table in the kitchen. The food was delicious! The shared bathroom worked out well and everything was very clean. I definitely recommend this place. Shoutout to Simon for looking after us so well - all the staff were lovely.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    7.0
    Great location, pitty of the noisy guests.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very noisy, we didn't sleep well, but that's the disrespect of the other guests.

    OMG, what a location, stunning... old Icelandic style. Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    10
    Super delicious food, beautiful and charismatic place, recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had great stay! Food was just amazing, sauna, hot tub, beautiful landscape, old dog, very well done museum and the possibility to sleep in the museum made this top stay on our Iceland trip.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    9.0
    Historical place and pure nature surround hotel. Stay with peaceful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was checked-in during a busy dinner service for other customers. So we waited for minutes but it's OK and totally fine for us.

    Nature surrounding and the history of this place back for 6 generations own with old traditional house decorations inside. Warm and homy feelings. Comfortable beds and clean room.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    10
    Authentic stay in the Middle of Nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Top Location at the end of the Valley The room have been refurbished in the style of 100 year ago and are very comfortabel at the same time with tempur mattress’s in a historical box bed A real must-see worth the detour Horse riding tour was perfect Great box river crossing (bridge) included, a great experience

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No shampoo or conditioner in the bathroom.

    The room was comfortable and quiet. The Wilderness Center was in the middle of nowhere and very homey. Plus, there were lots of sheep to pet! The breakfast was home cooked, and the seating was family style, which was fun!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The staffs are the stars of the property. Special mention to Anna and Kuba who were the real stars of the property. Went well above their call of duty. The place is rustic and charming. The journey to the property was stunning.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and quiet, the staff was super friendly

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really enjoyed this quaint little farm steeped in rich history. But the highlight was that homecooked meal of roasted lamb & it just felt like we rolled uo to our friend’s home for a beautiful meal.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - Alcove
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a wonderful stay at the wilderness center, highly recommend it! They called us before arrival to see if we'd like dinner, upon arrival they upgraded us to a private room and it felt like we were staying at a good friend's farm house. The sauna was perfect after a day of driving and hammocks are good for reading a book while the fire warms you. Really cozy. In the morning we checked out the museum included in the price and learned a lot. Coffee was great and the staff very friendly. Thank you for everything!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2024

    10
    Amazing! I wish we had longer here
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The people! They were so lovely and caring and helped us with anything we needed, the room was so cosy and the bed was comfortable. Dinner was amazing! we had the smoked Icelandic lamb. The hot tub was just perfect too! We spent hours in there and got to watch the northern lights it was magical. If you are looking for a unique place to stay this is it!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    10
    Cozy Authentic Farmhouse - Highly Recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wish we came in a different season so we could use the bath & possibly do horseback riding! Overall, lovely experience.

    Coziest farmhouse experience. Home-cooked meal and great interaction with the staff. Probably best authentic Icelandic food that we had our whole trip. Staff also notified us that we could see the Northern Lights outside. Extremely accommodating. Also loved the museum and sauna.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot tub is under construction and was not available, but the text on booking.com was not updated.

    Really cosy family business. Awesome set up, we slept in the "dorm" which is basically how the family used to sleep. They let you go through the museum with audiotour included. Very nice stay and I've learned a lot about the life of the typical Islandic family. Great food too, we took the family style dinner and it's a recommendation!

    Stayed in October 2024

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