Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir in Eidar
✅ Warm and welcoming staff with flexible late check-in ✅ Clean rooms and cabins offering privacy surrounded by mountains and forest ✅ Great dinner options noted, especially the vegetable soup and homemade lamb pate ✅ Quiet and peaceful location with beautiful natural surroundings ✅ Free parking and helpful reception service ❌ Limited hot water supply, often only enough for short showers for two people ❌ Basic cabins with minimal kitchen facilities and some equipment not working ❌ Some noise issues reported within cabins ❌ Restaurant food quality inconsistent, with some guests finding dinner and breakfast mediocre ❌ No pets allowed despite initial listing, confirmed by hotel policy
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Description
Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir is a three-star property rated 8/10, known for its clean rooms and friendly service. It offers a variety of accommodations including Run of House, Standard, and 1 Bedroom cottages, some with views. The guesthouse features non-smoking rooms, heating, free parking, WiFi, a bar, and an on-site restaurant. Guests often highlight the warm and welcoming staff who accommodate late check-ins and provide excellent customer care. The rooms and cabins provide privacy and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by mountains and forest. While the accommodations are basic, with some reports of limited hot water and minimal kitchen facilities in cabins, the overall environment suits travelers looking for a quiet stay in a remote natural setting.
Location
Located in Eidar, Iceland, Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir sits at coordinates 65.5139616 latitude and -14.5643611 longitude. It is about 141 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN). The property is situated away from the town center but close enough to access local sights, such as the Studgil Canyon viewpoint, which is approximately a 53-minute drive. The guesthouse offers free parking on-site, which is convenient for those exploring the region by car.
Tips
- Expect limited hot water in cabins; plan quick showers accordingly.
- Confirm dinner availability before arrival, as some guests experienced no meal service due to low bookings.
- Bring your own cooking supplies if staying in cabins, as kitchen facilities are minimal and sometimes not fully operational.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. 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: Continental [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, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Terrace
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- No elevators
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Hiking
- Picnic area
- Parking
- Beach/pool towels
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
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Reviews
Stayed here for two nights in August and had a great time. We didn’t do the breakfast but we did dinner one night and it was great (I had the vegetable soup, highly recommend!). Only con was the radiator seemed to be on and it wasn’t hot enough for that
The only drawback is that the water heater only provides 50 liters of hot water in total.After taking a shower, there is only cold water left.
Frequently asked questions about Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir
What types of rooms are available at Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir?
The hotel offers Run of House, Standard room, 1 Bedroom Standard room, Standard Triple room, Standard Double room, Standard Double room with view, 1 Bedroom Cottage, and 1 Bedroom Triple Cottage.
Is breakfast included with the stay?
Breakfast is served continental style from 07:30 to 09:30 daily, but it is not included in the room price and must be paid for separately at the property.
Are pets allowed at this guesthouse?
Pets are not allowed according to the hotel policy.
How far is the guesthouse from the nearest airport?
The guesthouse is about 141 km from Hornafjordur Airport (HFN).
Is parking available at Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir?
Yes, the guesthouse offers free parking on-site.
