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Hotel Eyvindará in Egilsstadir
🌍 Iceland, Egilsstadir, Eyvindara 2
● Center: 1.4 km
✅ Hosts Omar and Margaret are very kind and helpful, exceeding guest expectations during difficult weather ✅ Rooms are spacious, well heated, and sparkling clean, with some guests appreciating the cozy private cottage option ✅ Breakfast is described as very good and bountiful, with complementary cappuccinos and a variety of fresh fruit ✅ The hotel features a hot tub which guests found wonderful and inviting ✅ Convenient free parking and proximity to hiking, fishing, skiing, and a golf course within 3 km ❌ Some guests experienced communication issues at check-in, including room preparation not ready for two guests as requested ❌ Breakfast opening times shifted from 07:00 to 07:30 without prior notice to some guests ❌ Rooms, especially bathrooms in cottages, are somewhat small and soundproofing could be improved ❌ Limited drying facilities for wet swimsuits after visiting the hot pot ❌ Some parts of the accommodation feel slightly dated and basic
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Standard Double room
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Description
Hotel Eyvindará is a three-star property built in 2012 located near Egilsstaðir in East Iceland. The hotel offers a mix of room types including Standard Double rooms, Annex Double rooms, and a private Cottage. Guests consistently mention the spacious, comfortable, and well-heated rooms that are kept very clean, scoring cleanliness 9/10. The hotel features amenities such as free WiFi, a restaurant open until 9 PM, a bar, a hot tub, and facilities for disabled guests. The hosts are frequently praised for their kindness and helpfulness, often going beyond expectations to assist travelers during challenging weather conditions. Breakfast is served buffet-style from 07:30 to 09:30 with a good variety including fresh fruit and complimentary cappuccinos. Outdoor activities around the hotel include hiking, fishing, skiing, and golf within 3 km. Free parking is available on-site, and pets are not allowed according to hotel policies.
Location
Hotel Eyvindará is situated just outside the town of Egilsstaðir, Iceland’s largest town in the East, offering a peaceful forest setting. It lies approximately 119 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN). The hotel is close enough to the town center for convenient access to local shops and services, with a gas station and restaurant about a 7-minute drive away. This location is also near the hot springs of Vök, a popular attraction for visitors. The surrounding area provides scenic views and opportunities to watch the northern lights, making it a suitable stop for travelers on the Ring Road.
Tips
- If you plan to use the hot tub or visit nearby hot springs, bring a spare swimsuit or towel due to limited drying facilities.
- To avoid check-in issues, confirm your room preparation details in advance via email or phone.
- Arrive for breakfast promptly since serving starts at 07:30, and the staff may not always announce changes.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children 1 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at 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, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
- 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
- Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 16:00. Check out time: 11:00.
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Services and facilities
General
- Smoke-free property
- Security guard
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Outdoor furniture
- No elevators
- Reception desk
Rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Linens
Accessibility
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
Services and amenities
- Laundry
- Concierge services
- Luggage storage
Meals
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Packed Lunches
- Bottled water (at extra charge)
- Kettle
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- German
- English
- French
- Portuguese
Tourist services
- Tour assistance
Recreation
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Sun Deck
Parking
- Parking
- Free Parking on Premises
Pool and beach
- Spa tub
- Beach/pool towels
Sports
- Golf course (within 3 km)
Beauty and wellness
- First Aid Kit
Winter sports
- Skiing
- Skiing Off-site
Pets
- Pets Not Allowed
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Reviews
05.05.2026
It's alover a good stay. Very kind and helpful hosts. Breakfast is very good. Rooms are big, well headed, comfortable and sparkling clean. Also in winter time, in January, they are here, with all you need. Hot tube is open. They are for Islands kindness. We love this land and come back.
03.03.2026
Generally I don't really write reviews but this location just showed us what Iceland is all about. We got trapped here due to a snow storm and roads got closed. Omar and Margaret (owners of the hotel) from the start where very friendly and welcoming but during this difficult day they exceeded our expectations. They where patient and helpful to answer all our questions and help us reassure. Thanks to them we where able to make the most of this stormy day. The location is ideal for hiking and other activities has the hot terms of Vök. While we where waiting for the weather to get better, we made a snowman. Omar who saw us at work directly thought about the details and brought us carrots from the store. This little gesture showed us how much he loves this place and what they're building here. Many thanks from Joana & Quentin. Warm regards.
12.10.2025
Cabin was an aged but comfortable. Bathroom small but private. Hot water was came out extremely hot and had slight sulfur smell, but pretty unique experience to be using thermally heated water for the first time. The staff was helpful but had stretched thin with large tour groups. The dinner was very good and reasonably priced, as was the hotel.
04.10.2025
Very welcoming staff. Hot tub wonderful. Breakfast was great and bountiful. Great night of northern lights.
27.08.2025
I was 3 times at this hotel this summer and every time there was problem at check in. I wrote email upfront to hotel that rooms need to be prepared for 2 people not for one, they replied that everything will be ready on arrival. When we arrived, receptionist said that he didn't reply to my email but somebody else, so no room was prepared for 2 people and they had to do it on arrival, which my clients wasn't really happy about it. On my previous stay breakfast start at 7:00 so this time i went for breakfast but it was closed and they started serving breakfast at 7:30 and nobody informed me about it on check in. Lady at breakfast barely speak English so when i asked why breakfast start at 7:30 she only told me NO INFO. We were quite in hurry as there was bridge closure on way so we had 20 minutes for breakfast. I'm not really satisfied with communication from hotel staff, but beside that hotel have perfect location, nice rooms, but without heating so if you go to hot pot you will take your wet swimsuit with you home as there is no place to dry it.
04.06.2025
We stayed here for one night, and asked for an upgrade to a private cottage, which we did get from the lovely and friendly reception staff. This guesthouse is in an amazing location, tucked away in a little forest right outside of town. Our cottage was very cozy — a bit small, especially in the bathroom, but most places in Iceland are this way. The heater whistled quite loudly at first, but worked a treat. All in all everything was slightly dated, but still felt nice and we really enjoyed staying here.
23.05.2025
The cabin we originally booked was too hot in May, so luckily they changed our room!
04.05.2025
The room was sunny and clean. Although small, it was well-equipped.
The only downside was the soundproofing, which could be improved.
But for a B&B, the environment was great. Although it's a bit far from the city center, parking and viewing the northern lights were both very convenient!
The only downside was the soundproofing, which could be improved.
But for a B&B, the environment was great. Although it's a bit far from the city center, parking and viewing the northern lights were both very convenient!
22.04.2025
We stayed at Hótel Eyvindará as part of our Ring Road trip and had a memorable experience. We drove in from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, and while the first half of the drive was smooth, the last stretch was quite the adventure — snowy mountains, gravel roads, and rough terrain. It was a brutal ride, but the snow-covered landscape was stunning and made it all worthwhile.
The hotel is located just outside Egilsstaðir in a peaceful, forested area. When we arrived, everything was blanketed in snow, which made the surroundings look absolutely magical. It truly felt like a hidden winter escape.
The staff were kind and helpful, and check-in was quick. Our room was clean, warm, and cozy — perfect after a long travel day.
Breakfast was included in the room rate, and honestly, it was better than the paid breakfast we had at the Ion Adventure Hotel. At Ion, we were charged extra just for a cappuccino — here, cappuccino and other drinks were complimentary, and the overall breakfast spread (bread, fruit, yogurt, cereal, etc.) was more satisfying.
The hotel also has its own restaurant, which is open until 9 PM — a great convenience after a long day of driving. And if you want other options, it’s only about a 7-minute drive from the N1 gas station and restaurant in Egilsstaðir.
Overall, Hótel Eyvindará is a peaceful, scenic, and welcoming stop in East Iceland — absolutely worth it, especially if you’re doing the Ring Road.
The hotel is located just outside Egilsstaðir in a peaceful, forested area. When we arrived, everything was blanketed in snow, which made the surroundings look absolutely magical. It truly felt like a hidden winter escape.
The staff were kind and helpful, and check-in was quick. Our room was clean, warm, and cozy — perfect after a long travel day.
Breakfast was included in the room rate, and honestly, it was better than the paid breakfast we had at the Ion Adventure Hotel. At Ion, we were charged extra just for a cappuccino — here, cappuccino and other drinks were complimentary, and the overall breakfast spread (bread, fruit, yogurt, cereal, etc.) was more satisfying.
The hotel also has its own restaurant, which is open until 9 PM — a great convenience after a long day of driving. And if you want other options, it’s only about a 7-minute drive from the N1 gas station and restaurant in Egilsstaðir.
Overall, Hótel Eyvindará is a peaceful, scenic, and welcoming stop in East Iceland — absolutely worth it, especially if you’re doing the Ring Road.
10.11.2024
The landlady was a lovely and welcoming lady. She asked me where I was going the next day and how to get there, fearing a road closure or something would delay my trip (but I ended up breaking the traffic ban and going to the Professor camera position on Prometheus. The road conditions were very dangerous, so I advise everyone not to go there during a traffic ban, as there would be no signal and no rescue). The hot springs were accessible to the house, so you could soak in the yard or wash in the house (there was a slight sulfur smell).
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Eyvindará
Are pets allowed at Hotel Eyvindará?
Pets are not allowed at Hotel Eyvindará, and service animals are also not permitted according to hotel policies.
What types of rooms are available at Hotel Eyvindará?
The hotel offers Standard Double rooms, Annex Double rooms, and a private Cottage.
Is breakfast included and what are the serving hours?
Breakfast is served buffet-style daily from 07:30 to 09:30. Additional breakfast fees are not included in the room price and must be paid at the property.
Does the hotel provide free parking and WiFi?
Yes, Hotel Eyvindará offers free parking on site and complimentary WiFi throughout the property.
What outdoor activities can guests enjoy near Hotel Eyvindará?
Guests can enjoy hiking, fishing, skiing, and a golf course located within 3 km of the hotel.
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