Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse in Egilsstadir
✅ Many reviews highlight the exceptionally clean and comfortable rooms with sinks inside. ✅ Breakfast is frequently praised for its homemade breads, jams, and variety despite being a simple buffet. ✅ Staff are described as warm, friendly, and helpful with local tips and personalized attention. ✅ The guesthouse offers a large, quiet property with walking paths and a library room with board games. ✅ Shared bathrooms and showers are considered clean and adequate, with many facilities available. ❌ Some guests found carrying heavy luggage up and down two flights of stairs challenging. ❌ A few reviews mention shared bathrooms were occasionally dirty due to other guests' habits. ❌ Breakfast options were described as limited by some, though still sufficient. ❌ Laundry service availability is unclear, with one review noting no laundry but another mentioning it.
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Description
Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse is a 2-star property in Egilsstadir with a strong reputation for cleanliness and friendly service, rated 9.1/10 overall. The guesthouse offers a variety of room types including economy and standard options, many with mountain views. Although bathrooms and showers are shared, guests find them spacious and well-maintained. The property features a large common area with a library and board games, plus conveniences like free WiFi, free parking, and a tour desk. Breakfast is served buffet-style daily and includes homemade breads and jams. The guesthouse welcomes families, with a playroom and eating space suitable for babies, but pets are not allowed. Visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, helpful staff, and the ample space for outdoor walks around the large grounds.
Location
Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse is located in Eyjólfsstaðir near Egilsstadir, Iceland. It is approximately a 10-minute drive from the town center and about 107 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN). The surroundings offer scenic views including nearby mountains and are close to natural attractions such as the Hengifoss waterfall and local lakes. Guests often note the beautiful mountain views visible from many rooms, making it a convenient spot for nature lovers and those visiting the East Iceland region.
Tips
- Travelers should prepare for carrying luggage up stairs as there is no elevator to all floors.
- Booking early for breakfast is advised due to limited options.
- If traveling with children, take advantage of the playroom and baby-friendly eating area.
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: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:30-09:30 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, AmericanExpress, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 10:30.
Services and facilities
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Ticket assistance
- Chapel
- Garden
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Linens
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Luggage storage
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Microwave oven
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport transportation (complimentary)
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Picnic area
- Fishing
- Parking
- Free Parking on Premises
- Beach/pool towels
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
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Reviews
Staff are friendly and helpful
Frequently asked questions about Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse
Are pets allowed at Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse?
Pets are not allowed at this guesthouse.
What types of rooms are available here?
Room types include Run of House, Economy room, Economy Single room, Economy Double room, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Single room with view, Standard Triple room, Standard Triple room with mountain view, Standard Quadruple room, Standard Double room, and Standard Double room with mountain view.
Is breakfast included and what is it like?
Breakfast is served buffet style daily from 07:30 to 09:30, featuring homemade bread, jams, and other simple options. Additional breakfast fees are paid at the property.
Are bathrooms private or shared?
Bathrooms and showers are shared but are described as clean, spacious, and well-organized.
How far is the guesthouse from the nearest airport?
Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse is approximately 107 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN).
