Hella is a small town that’s located in southern Iceland, on the shores of the River Ytri-Rangá. It is a small town with only 781 inhabitants but is an important regional centre for the area. The town’s economy mainly consists of industry, commerce and services, but the tourism sector is ever-growing. The River Ytri-Ranga is one of the most well-known rivers in the area and Hella is located on its eastern bank.
The town also has sightseeing tours, horseback riding, dog sledge tours, fishing, and excellent lodging. It’s located near Hekla, which is an active volcano, and as such is an area of geothermal activity. If you are planning a trip to Hella, take a look at this list of top Airbnb vacation rentals so you have somewhere lovely to stay to match the superb scenery.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Cosy, private cabin (from USD 150)
This is a great place to stay for tourists visiting Hella, Iceland. The cottage space is spread across 30 square meters (322.9 square feet) and has a private bathroom and a private shower room. There is a double-sized sofa bed and a queen-sized bed in the cottage, so a maximum of four individuals can stay here. There is free parking outside the cottage.
This is an ideal place for resting and enjoying the beauty of the nature of Hella and there are many beautiful places nearby. Among the amenities in the cabin, there is air conditioning, room-essentials, heating, room darkening shades, and room safety features.
Hella, Capital Region, IcelandSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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comfortable beds and all basic amenitiescomfortable beds hot shower coffee and a kitchen with microwave hot plate and coffee makerplease keep in mind that they don’t have wi-fithis cabin was very cute and cozy with plenty of windows and a lovely deck and patioplease make sure you’re ok with no wi-fiCleanliness:
very clean and cozy cabinthe house was clean and cozyit was very cleanit was clean and super cozyvery clean and nearly organizedHost:
kind host happy to helpthe host is very friendly and niceasta is a nice hostwarm welcome by the hostshe was quick with communication and gave helpful directionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the cabin is located at a very beautiful place near a river bankthe house is located in a lovely placethe location was perfect right outside townquaint and in a wonderful location just outside of town but close enough to everything by careverything was perfect nice location cozy place
2. Double room in a private room (from USD 96)
This rental is for a private room in a home that is clean and well maintained. Ideal for couples, it is located close to popular restaurants and eateries. The room is small but has a double bed and guests have access to a tidy bathroom and a kitchen. The common area has a sofa and the rental also comes with household essentials, heating, Wi-Fi, a TV, and free parking on the premises.
Hella, South, IcelandAccommodates: 2
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we also had breakfast included which was very nicethe bedroom itself is quite small but with the most comfortable bed you can imaginethe beds and comfy and she provides a light breakfast in the morning to enjoythe stay was very comfortable all aroundbeautiful home with a stocked kitchenCleanliness:
the house was clean and comfortableclean and nice breakfastroom was very clean albeit a bit smallthe room was very clean and tidythe house is very clean and spaciousHost:
veronica was the perfect hostveronica was a superb hostthe host is very niceveronica was such a gracious hostveronica was very kind and nice hostRead more reviewsLocation:
check in instructions and location were cleargreat place to stay good locationwell stacked kitchen perfect breakfast great location fresh and cleangood breakfast quiet residential areagreat place and very well situated for travels on the eastern side of iceland
3. Brekkan apartment (from USD 189)
This entire apartment is charming and cosy and ideally suited for tourists visiting Hella. The home is sparkling clean and well equipped with all essentials. There is a separate double bedroom, as well as a sofa bed and a travel baby cot, if needed, so the rental can accommodate up to four guests. Amenities include air conditioning, kitchen essentials, heating, a washer, TV, laptop-friendly workspace, Wi-Fi, free parking on the premises, and various safety features, including fire extinguishers. Smoking is prohibited in the house.
Hella, IcelandAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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2 seperate beds and a fold-out bed which worked good and slept nicelots of spices good coffee and teas very nice beds linens plenty of towelsbeds were very comfortable and the space was cozy but worked fine for a family of 4the apartment has lots of homey details a nice yard for those rowdy kids while you cook dinnergood tv netflix and all which was great for the kidsCleanliness:
clean with homey comfortsvery warm clean and tidyspacious clean apartment in hellait was clean and tidy and everything we needed was therevery nice place cosy clean and well equipedHost:
great host and very nice appartmentnarfi was very responsive with all of our questions and the hospitality was superbnarfi is a great host thank you recommend to everyonenarfi the host was always on hand to help and the beds and decor was very niceeasy to find with the information from the ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
close to gas station and super marketgreat location and easy checkinit was a good location from our excursions and a cute little town to stay inthis house is at a very good locationapartment was easy to navigate to and location was prime
4. Brand-new, modern house
This rental features self-check-in and is renowned for its cleanliness. It has two bedrooms and is located within close proximity to supermarkets, bus stands, swimming pools, as well as restaurants. Amenities include a dryer, TV, room essentials, heating, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Smoking is prohibited in this rental property.
Accommodates: 1
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large patio and nice kitchenthe beds were very comfortable including the sofa bedwe appreciated all of the amenities especially the laundry roomwifi service was excellent and there was a tv with 1-2 english language channelswe had a lovely stay at petur’s very modern apartmentCleanliness:
very clean and beautifulvery clean and well equippedvery clean comfortable and nicenice and clean with good bedsit was very clean and easy accessibleHost:
pétur was a fantastic hostgreat host thank you so muchpetur was an outstanding hostpetur was a very responsive host and we enjoyed staying at his apartmentbesides petur is a great host who answers our queries promptlyRead more reviewsLocation:
location was convenient and easy to findthe location is really good for northern lighta wonderful stay and a great locationwe were within a three minute walk to a great restaurantgreat place to stay it's centrally located in between reykjavik and most attractions
5. Cosy cottage
This cosy cottage with a private bathroom is a great place for tourists to spend some quality time. The cottage offers visitors a superb check-in experience, as there is self-check-in. The wooden cottage offers a panoramic view of the surroundings and has a double bed, a sofa bed, and two extra beds.
The various amenities that are present in the house include home essentials, Wi-Fi, a dryer, heaters, a washing machine, laptop-friendly workspace, hot water, and free parking on the premises. Smoking is prohibited in the cottage.
6. Home by the road
This is an ideal resting place for tourists visiting Hella, Iceland. It is a clean cabin that is cosy with three bedrooms and one kitchen. Tourists can enjoy the hot tub on the deck outside and enjoy the enchanting view of the glaciers, mountains, and volcano Hekla. Each bedroom contains two single beds and the house includes a TV, kitchen, and free parking on the premises.
7. The Cosy House
This cosy house in Hella is a cherished resting place for tourists visiting Iceland. It offers self-check-in and features four meticulously clean bedrooms. Amenities include air conditioning, room essentials, heating, cable TV, an iron, and a dryer. Smoking is prohibited in this rental.
8. Beautiful surroundings of Hella
This is an entire house that offers a superb stay to tourists and visitors. Tourists staying in the home can enjoy the stunning sights of the nearby surroundings of Hella. The various tourist attractions, like the mountains, glaciers, volcanoes, green areas, walking paths, and horseback riding, are all close at hand.
The kitchen and bathroom of the home are well-maintained and clean and there are acclaimed eateries within close proximity to the home. Other amenities include room essentials, a TV, heating, free parking on the premises, a kitchen, and a hot tub.
Hella, South, Iceland
9. Home away from home in Hella
This is an ideal tourist resting place in Hella. It has self-check-in and the house is well maintained, clean, and very tidy. The house is 95 square meters (1,022.6 square feet) in size and is ideal for an entire family. It offers three bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen. There is lots of parking space and the home has plenty of amenities that include kitchen essentials, heating, a TV, a washer, a laptop-friendly workspace, a private entrance, and safety features. Smoking in the house is prohibited.
Hella, Iceland
10. A cozy little studio, close to a geothermal pool
Unwind at this cozy little studio that is within walking distance to a geothermal pool, something magnificent you must try in Iceland. The studio is equipped with two comfortable beds, making it ideal for no more than four people. Other facilities that are available to you include a bathroom, heating, hot water, a cable TV, and household essentials.
11. A comfortable house in the old village of Hella
Enjoy a nice and relaxed stay at this comfortable house that is tucked away in an old village, promising a tranquil atmosphere. The house comes with two spacious bedrooms and one bathroom, to accommodate four people only. The living room makes a great place to sit back and relax in the morning or at night. Feel free to use the kitchen to prepare a delicious breakfast.
Hella, Iceland
12. Bungalow in Hella
This is a beautiful and quiet resting place for tourists visiting Hella, Iceland. The bungalow has one bedroom, containing three single beds. It also has a common living area with a sofa bed. The bungalow has a beautiful, clean, and tidy bathroom and various amenities, including household essentials, central heating, a TV, free parking on the premises, a hot tub, dining space, and a kitchen. There is a 48-hour cancellation policy with this property so you can change plans, if you need to.
Hella, South, IcelandTop guest reviews
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my one critique is that the bunk bed mattresses are pretty stiffcozy and quiet cabin with great viewsthe pros of this place were that it had a hot powerful shower wifi and good heatingthe beds were tiny but comfortableit's spacious has a lot of beds and the kitchen is goodCleanliness:
nothing fancy here but it is clean and quietthe cabin was very clean and cozyolga's place is clean and family-friendlyquiet area cute cabin very clean insidebedding was lovely and cleanHost:
olga is a great hostthe host was really helpful and welcomingolga was a great host and answered all our questions promptlyolga is very kind and good personolga was helpful and the description trueRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place close to hellaolgas place was a very cute cabineasy to find and great locationthe location was very good about an half our drive to the cityyou can easily walk to hella in a few minutes
Escape to Hella
Hella, Iceland, is an ideal place to relax your mind. Pack your bags and stay in one of these top Airbnb vacation rentals during your visit to Hella.
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