SEL - Hótel Mývatn in Myvatn
✅ Helpful staff who provide Northern Lights wake-up calls and local navigation assistance ✅ Spacious and clean rooms with beautiful views of Lake Myvatn and volcanic craters ✅ Good buffet breakfast with variety including a self-made waffle station ✅ Onsite restaurant with a good menu and quality food options ✅ Free parking and convenient check-in process ❌ Inconsistent customer service with reports of rude or dismissive front desk behavior ❌ Rooms lack refrigerators and microwaves, which disappointed some guests ❌ Some rooms had cleanliness issues such as stained blankets and hairs on bedsheets ❌ Bathrooms described as outdated with small basins and slow drains ❌ Presence of flies in rooms reported, with inadequate response from staff
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Description
SEL - Hótel Mývatn is a 3-star hotel located in Skútustaðir, Myvatn, Iceland, offering a rating of 9.2/10. The hotel features a range of standard room types including single, double, triple, and family rooms. Guests appreciate the spaciousness and cleanliness of the rooms, with many noting the excellent lake and volcanic crater views. The property provides several amenities such as a restaurant with buffet options, bar, sauna, billiards, free parking, and free WiFi. The staff receives mixed reviews but many highlight helpfulness, especially regarding the Northern Lights wake-up calls and local guidance. The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk and offers services like laundry, dry cleaning, and luggage storage. Pets are not allowed. It is suitable for families and guests with disabilities, with facilities adapted accordingly. Some guests report outdated bathrooms and absence of refrigerators or microwaves in rooms. Overall, SEL - Hótel Mývatn is a functional and well-located base for exploring the Myvatn area, especially for those interested in nature and outdoor activities.
Location
The hotel is situated at Skútustaðir 2 in Thingeyjarsveit, directly across from the pseudo craters, providing immediate access to notable hiking spots like Skútustaðagígar. It lies about 51 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY), making it accessible for regional travelers. Guests can enjoy views of Lake Myvatn and volcanic craters from the rooms. The location offers convenient parking and is close to a souvenir shop and gas station. This setting allows for easy exploration of nearby natural attractions, with the hotel being a solid base for visiting Myvatn’s volcanic landscapes and birdlife areas.
Tips
- Expect spacious rooms with great views but be prepared for no in-room fridge or microwave.
- Take advantage of the Northern Lights wake-up call service by leaving your contact details at reception.
- If you plan to hike, the hotel’s location opposite the pseudo craters offers immediate access to trails.
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, cribs can be added, but extra beds cannot be added. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 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, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, UnionPay
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Television in lobby
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Linens
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Iron and board
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Snack bar
- Packed Lunches
- Bottled water (at extra charge)
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- German
- English
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Portuguese
- Polish
- Tour assistance
- Billiards
- Hiking
- Parking
- Free Parking on Premises
- Beach/pool towels
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Ski facilities rental
- Skiing
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
Video: Review Sel - Hotel Myvatn (Skutustadir, Iceland)
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Reviews
Everything was just on point.
Their home-brewed beer is also excellent. Would love to come again!
Frequently asked questions about SEL - Hótel Mývatn
Does SEL - Hótel Mývatn offer Northern Lights wake-up calls?
Yes, the hotel staff provide wake-up calls when the Northern Lights are visible.
Are pets allowed at SEL - Hótel Mývatn?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed at this hotel.
What types of rooms are available at SEL - Hótel Mývatn?
The hotel offers Standard room, Standard Triple room, Standard Family room, and Standard Double room.
Is breakfast included and what is the schedule?
Breakfast is served buffet style daily from 07:00 to 10:00. Additional fees apply and are paid directly at the hotel.
How far is the hotel from Akureyri Airport?
The hotel is approximately 51 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY).
