Hótel Valaskjálf in Egilsstadir
✅ Clean and comfortable rooms praised for spaciousness and good sleep quality ✅ Friendly and helpful staff, including receptionists who assist with local information and special needs ✅ Convenient location near restaurants, supermarkets, and gas stations ✅ Good dinner options at the restaurant, described as a steakhouse with original pizzas ✅ Free bike rentals and various amenities like billiards and games room enhance the stay ❌ Some guests report small rooms with limited storage and soft mattresses ❌ Breakfast service is short, only from 7 to 9 AM, with mixed reviews on variety and quality ❌ Access involves many stairs with no elevators, which may be inconvenient for some ❌ Bar selection is considered poor by some guests ❌ Hot water in bathrooms reportedly smells of sulphur and some rooms face car park with no privacy
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Description
Hótel Valaskjálf in Egilsstadir is a 3-star property offering a range of room types from Standard Single rooms to Cottages. Rated 8.4/10 overall, it provides a blend of comfort and Icelandic hospitality with clean, well-appointed rooms that many guests find spacious and relaxing. The property features amenities such as free WiFi, free bike rentals, a bar, restaurant, billiards, and a games room. Heating and air conditioning are available to ensure guest comfort regardless of the season. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff at the reception, as well as facilities like meeting rooms and a terrace. Practical conveniences include free parking and non-smoking rooms. Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 to 9:00 AM with Western-style options, though some reviews note limited breakfast variety. Pets are not allowed, and check-in requires guests to be at least 18 years old.
Location
Located in Egilsstadir town, Hótel Valaskjálf sits at coordinates 65.2628012, -14.3938936. The hotel is conveniently close to restaurants, supermarkets, and several gas stations, making it well-suited for travelers with cars. The nearest airport, Hornafjordur (HFN), is approximately 117 km away. From the hotel, you can easily walk to local amenities like grocery and liquor stores. This central location supports easy exploration of the eastern Iceland region and is noted in guest reviews as a helpful base for sightseeing and refueling.
Tips
- If you have mobility concerns, request a ground floor room as the hotel has many stairs and no elevators.
- Plan to have breakfast early since service ends at 9:00 AM.
- For longer stays, consider bringing a personal refrigerator or inquire if any room types offer one, as some guests noted the absence of in-room refrigerators.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Western [Mon - Sun] 07:00-09:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress
- Check in time: 16:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- Smoking areas
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Ticket assistance
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Outdoor furniture
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spanish
- English
- Tour assistance
- Billiards
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Sun Deck
- Parking
- Free Parking on Premises
- Beach/pool towels
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Darts
- Cycling
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
Video: Hótel Valaskjálf, Egilsstadir, Iceland
Map
Reviews
No elevators for the floors.
Poor rooms.
Good restaurant for dinner but breakfast was average.
I guess the only good thing was dinner at the restaurant and the kind and helpful receptionist.
The bar had very poor selection
Don’t stay in room 112. Windows faced car park with no privacy. Blinds drawn all the time.
Frequently asked questions about Hótel Valaskjálf
What types of rooms are available at Hótel Valaskjálf?
The hotel offers Run of House, Standard Single, Double, Triple (including with balcony), Quadruple rooms, Grand rooms in Double and Triple configurations, and Cottages.
Is breakfast included and what are the serving hours?
Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 to 9:00 AM in a Western style. It is not included in the room price and must be paid for separately at the hotel.
Are pets allowed at Hótel Valaskjálf?
Pets are not allowed at this hotel.
How accessible is the hotel for guests with mobility issues?
The hotel has many stairs to reach reception and rooms, and there are no elevators available.
What is the distance from the nearest airport?
The nearest airport, Hornafjordur (HFN), is 117 km away from the hotel.
