Family-run B&B in South Iceland
Your home in the South Iceland countryside
A small guesthouse run by Kolla, Gauti and their daughters, 15 km east of Selfoss just off Route 1, with breakfast waiting every morning.
- 9.3 on Booking.com
- Breakfast included
- Free parking & Wi-Fi
63.95° N · 20.73° W
Who we are
A family home with room for guests
Bitra is our family home in the peaceful South Iceland countryside. We live here with our three daughters, our dog, horses, chickens and sheep, who all enjoy roaming around the property.
With a few guest rooms, we offer a warm, personal welcome, a lovely breakfast and a little taste of country life in Iceland.
For us, Bitra Guesthouse is more than just a place to stay. It is our home.
Kolla, your host
Meet the family
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Kolla
Your host. A former photographer and picture framer who now runs the guesthouse.
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Gauti
A pilot who grew up right here. When he is home, you will find him on the tractor.
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Eyja, Ingunn & Bella
Our three daughters, who help out with the guesthouse and love the horses.
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The horses
They graze just outside, so you can watch them from the garden or your window.
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The chickens
They wander freely around the property and keep a close eye on new arrivals.
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Millý
The sweetest dog in the world, and always happy to greet new visitors.
Rooms
Simple rooms, good sleep
Every room has a desk and blackout curtains for the bright summer nights. Prices and availability show up as soon as you pick your dates.
Breakfast included in every room
2 to 3 guests
Twin room
Two single beds and its own bathroom. A third guest can join for an extra charge.
- Private bathroom
3 to 4 guests
Triple room
Room for three and a shared bathroom. A fourth guest can join for an extra charge.
- Shared bathroom
3 to 4 guests
Mountain view triple
Room for three with a view of the mountains. A fourth guest can join for an extra charge.
- Shared bathroom
4 to 5 guests
Family room
Double and single beds for four, plus a desk. A fifth guest can join for an extra charge.
- Shared bathroom
08:00Breakfast until 09:30
Mornings & evenings
Breakfast is always included
Start the day at our continental breakfast buffet with freshly brewed coffee or a cup of tea. In the evening the guest lounges and the kitchenette are yours, with tea and coffee on hand.
Evenings at Bitra
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A little shop
Snacks and drinks at reception, which is open until 22:00.
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Board games
Games in both lounges. Downstairs is best for late rounds.
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Bird watching
Our resident whooper swans live by the pond on the drive in.
Gallery
A look around Bitra
The house, the rooms, breakfast and the countryside around us, from summer evenings to winter nights.
After dark
Northern lights from the doorstep
Out here the skies are wide and there is hardly any light pollution. On clear winter nights, step outside, look up and wait for the sky to start moving.
- Best on clear, dark nights in winter
- Hardly any light pollution around the house
- Ask us how to read the aurora forecast
Day trips
Explore South Iceland from Bitra
We sit between the Golden Circle and the South Coast, with the highlands to the north. These are our favourite day trips. Drive times are approximate.
The Golden Circle
Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss, with the Kerið crater close by.
From 30 min
The South Coast
Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara and the village of Vík.
From 45 min
Þjórsárdalur Valley
Háifoss, the green gorge of Gjáin and quiet walking trails.
About 1 h
Reykjanes Peninsula
Recent eruption sites, sea cliffs and wide lava fields.
About 1 h 15
Westman Islands
Puffins, lava and Eldfell, by ferry from Landeyjahöfn.
1 h to the ferry
Þórsmörk
A green valley between glaciers, reached by 4×4 or highland bus.
About 2 h
Landmannalaugar
Rhyolite mountains and hot springs. Summer only, on highland roads.
About 2 h 30
Kerlingarfjöll
Steaming geothermal valleys in the highlands. Summer only.
About 2 h 30
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Hot pools
The Secret Lagoon, Laugarás Lagoon, Hrunalaug and the Reykjadalur hot river are all an easy drive away.
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Dinner in Selfoss
Fifteen minutes away: The Old Dairy, Mar, Krisp, Kaffi Krús, Tryggvaskáli, Tommi's Burger and Pylsuvagninn, the best hot dog stand in Iceland.
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Tours
Glacier walks, ice caves and more. Browse and book them through our tour desk.
Browse tours
Reviews
Kind words about Bitra
Picked as one of the best places to stay in Iceland.
Travel Rebels
One of the best places to stay on the ring road of Iceland.
Just Go Travel
Good to know
Before you arrive
Anything else? Just ask.
When can I check in?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:00. Arriving later? No worries: our front door is always open, and you will find self check-in instructions waiting for you inside.
When is check-out?
Check-out is by 11:00, which leaves time for breakfast between 08:00 and 09:30.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. A continental breakfast buffet is included in every room, with coffee and tea.
How do I find you?
Drive about 15 km east from Selfoss on Route 1. The guesthouse sits 400 m off the main road.
Is there parking and Wi-Fi?
Both are free. Park right outside the house; the Wi-Fi reaches every room and lounge.
How do I book?
Book directly on this website. The cancellation terms for your dates are shown before you confirm.
Find us
Come and stay with us
Bitra is 15 km east of Selfoss, about 400 m off Route 1 and around an hour from Reykjavík.
Bitra, Suðurlandsvegur, 801 Selfoss, Iceland +354 849 6001 [email protected]The drive from Reykjavík
Reykjavík
Head east on Route 1
Selfoss
About 45 minutes
Bitra
15 km further east