The highlands A remote mountain range deep in Iceland’s central highlands, Kerlingarfjöll is an extreme paradise of steaming geothermal valleys, glacial rivers, perennial snow fields, and panoramic vistas. The hotel Operational throughout the year, Highland Base is a refuge of warm hospitality and the gateway to a mesmerizing mountain range. The newly built Highland Base Hotel is designed for total comfort. With upscale rooms, luxury suites, and private lodges, it’s the ultimate in Highland Base accommodations. The restaurant & lounge Highland Base’s 80-seat restaurant combines hearty cooking and culinary excellence, offering bistro comfort food by day and buffet dining by night. The lounge, located above the restaurant, is a place of cozy warmth and communal togetherness with captivating views of Kerlingarfjöll The adventures From skiing, and snowmobiling to hikes of all difficulties that take you deep into the wilds of Kerlingarfjöll, Highland Base opens a world of adrenalizing adventures. Inspiring, challenging, rewarding—each activity becomes a uniquely thrilling odyssey

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.7
High score for Kerlingarfjoll
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See what guests loved the most:

  • G
    Guðrún
    Iceland Iceland
    Everything. The location, great staff, great rooms. Exceptional stay in an adventure environment
  • Michael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing setting and design of room. Very comfortable with a great buffet dinner and hotpools included in the price.
  • Arvin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It's just about the only place to stay and relax if you are visiting Kerlingarfjoll and after spending a day on the F roads it's certainly nice to have a comfortable room to sleep in.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Highland Base Kerlingarfjöll
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Skiing
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot spring bath
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Icelandic

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 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 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 21:00 please inform Kerlingarfjöll Mountain Resort in advance.

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