Fjalladyrd in Reykjahlid
✅ Exceptional friendly service with staff going out of their way to make guests feel welcome ✅ Cozy and warm common areas with comfortable beds contrasting the dry exterior ✅ Excellent location for northern lights photography due to low light pollution ✅ Unique experience of seeing semi-domesticated reindeer roaming the grounds ✅ Clean and well-equipped kitchen facilities and clean bathrooms ✅ Delicious meals served at the on-site restaurant, including breakfast buffet ❌ The hotel exterior is considered somewhat dry or plain by guests ❌ Rooms and restaurant are located separately, requiring a short car ride
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Description
Fjalladyrd is a 3-star hotel in Reykjahlid offering a variety of economy and standard rooms along with family bungalows. The property features strong ratings in cleanliness, amenities, location, and service, each scoring a perfect 10. Guests appreciate the cozy indoor common areas and comfortable beds, contrasting with the more austere exterior. The hotel operates a restaurant and bar and provides practical services such as a shared kitchen, WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour security. A notable experience is the presence of semi-domesticated reindeer on the grounds, which guests have found memorable. The staff is frequently commended for their friendliness and attentive service, often going beyond expectations to make visitors feel welcome. Whether you are seeking quiet winter hikes or a place to view the northern lights, Fjalladyrd offers a warm retreat with a unique Icelandic highland atmosphere.
Location
Located in Modrudalur, approximately 111 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY), Fjalladyrd sits in a remote highland area near Reykjahlid. The hotel is about 5 minutes by car off the main road, providing easy access yet a sense of isolation. The surroundings are ideal for hiking and nature photography, with wide open snow-covered spaces and minimal light pollution that enhances northern lights viewing. This makes the location particularly suited for outdoor winter activities and those looking to experience Iceland’s interior landscape away from urban centers.
Tips
- Expect to drive a few minutes between the restaurant and your room, so plan accordingly.
- Take advantage of the shared kitchen if you prefer self-catering.
- If visiting in winter, prepare for excellent northern lights viewing with minimal light pollution.
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 cribs are not included in the total price. For details, please contact the property.
- Breakfast: Gluten-free, Vegetarian Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: No deposit required by the property
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: UnionPay, MasterCard, Visa
Services and facilities
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Private parking
- Restaurant
- Translation tools available
- Tour and ticket booking service
- Express check-in and check-out
- Luggage storage
- English
- Slovak
- Polish
- Icelandic
- Czech
- Cafe
- Bar
- Lobby bar
- Elevator
- BBQ
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
- Gift shop
- Non-smoking floor
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
- Campsite toilets
- Campsite
- Campsite security facilities
- Campsite showers
- Campfires permitted
- Vehicles permitted
- Guests can bring their own tents
- Electricity available
- Overnight camping
- Close to Animals
- Eco tours
- Fishing
- Playground
- Accessible rooms available
- Stair-free main entrance
- Carbon monoxide alarm
- First aid kit
- Fire alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector
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Reviews
1. very friendly service. The person running the hotel was going out of her way to make us feel welcome. On the first day we were the only guests (mid February, so i guess low season) and we got such a nice breakfast spread. We were looked after, and asked multiple times if there is anything else we'd like. It felt like visiting family.
2. the hotel is nice. it a bit dry on the outside, but inside its warm, cozy, with a great common area - and comfy beds.
3. we were trying to catch some northern lights and we were rewarded - there is not a lot of light pollution in the area, and it was trivial to make good photos. The one attached to this review didn't really require a lot of trying.
4. for bonus point, there is a semi-domesticated reindeer roaming the lands, and it was quite na experience.
The weather was excellent, clear and calm, which made the winter hiking both safe and unforgettable. The scenery was powerful and serene at the same time—wide open spaces, snow-covered terrain, and a sense of isolation that is hard to find elsewhere in Iceland.
What truly elevated the experience was the outstanding service. The hospitality was warm, professional, and genuinely caring. After long winter hikes, returning to such a welcoming place made a huge difference and added greatly to the overall comfort and enjoyment of the trip.
Möðrudalur á Fjöllum is a perfect base for winter adventures in the Icelandic highlands. Whether you are there for long-distance walking, nature photography, or simply to experience the silence and beauty of the interior, I can highly recommend it. This is a place that stays with you long after you leave.
The check in was at the restaurant, the rooms were actually 2 minutes away by car.
There was a fully equipped kitchen in the house, everything was clean.
We also saw a reindeer and the northern lights from there.
Frequently asked questions about Fjalladyrd
Are pets allowed at Fjalladyrd?
Pets are not allowed at Fjalladyrd; however, service animals are permitted upon request.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
Room types include Economy room; Economy Single room; Economy Triple room; Economy Double room; Standard room; Standard Single room; Standard Triple room; Standard Double room; Standard Family room; Standard Family room with view; Standard Double Family room with view; and Family Bungalow.
Is breakfast included and what options are available?
Breakfast is available as a gluten-free and vegetarian buffet but is not included in the room price and must be paid for at the property.
How far is the hotel from the nearest airport?
Fjalladyrd is approximately 111 km from Akureyri Airport (AEY).
Can I add extra beds or cribs for children?
Cribs can be added to all room types for an additional fee, but extra beds cannot be added. Contact the property for details.
