Hotel Eyjar in Vestmannaeyjar
✅ Clean and cozy rooms with hot showers and warm comforters, praised in several reviews. ✅ Excellent location within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and the ferry dock. ✅ Free bike rentals appreciated by guests who explored the island by bike. ✅ The owner is described as accommodating and helpful, especially in last-minute situations. ✅ Self check-in process is simple once the door and room codes are received. ❌ No staffed reception on site, causing delays and difficulty in obtaining room access codes. ❌ Heating issues reported during winter stays, with some guests feeling chilly without working heaters. ❌ On-site parking is not available despite some information; street parking has restrictions and can be limited. ❌ Inconsistent communication regarding breakfast availability, with some guests paying extra but not receiving it. ❌ Occasional maintenance issues such as clogged drains and dated rooms noted by guests.
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Description
Hotel Eyjar is a three-star property located in Vestmannaeyjar offering a range of room types including studios, cottages, and family rooms. The hotel provides free bike rentals, WiFi, and luggage storage, catering to travelers who appreciate both convenience and simplicity. The rooms are noted for being clean and cozy, with reliable hot showers and useful amenities like kettles in some rooms. Self check-in is standard here, with guests receiving door and room codes via email before arrival since the hotel has no staffed reception. While the hotel has no elevator and no on-site parking, street parking is available nearby, but guests should observe parking restrictions carefully. The property emphasizes a quiet atmosphere and a location close to town essentials, making it a practical option for visitors exploring the island.
Location
Hotel Eyjar sits centrally in Vestmannaeyjar on Bárustígur 2, just a five-minute walk from the ferry dock. Guests will find a handful of restaurants within a short stroll, such as Subway at 23 meters, Canton-Chinese at 103 meters, and Pizza 67 at 242 meters. The nearest beach, Víkin, is about 3.9 kilometers away, suitable for a day trip. Reykjavik Domestic Airport is approximately 115 kilometers from the hotel. The hotel’s location allows guests to access shops, eateries, and the harbor area easily, making it convenient for exploring the island without needing a car.
Tips
- Check your email carefully on the day of arrival for door and room codes to avoid delays at check-in.
- Be prepared for limited or no on-site parking and review street parking rules nearby.
- If staying in winter, bring additional warm clothing as heating may not function well in all rooms.
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: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: DinersClub, AmericanExpress, UnionPay, JSB, Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Ticket assistance
- Terrace
- No elevators
- Non-smoking rooms
- Cable TV
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Free parking
- Free Parking on Premises
- Beach/pool towels
- Cycling
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 3890 m. It takes 58 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
They say they have on-site parking but they do not. You have to park on the street. Some of the street parking is short term, so pay attention to the signs.
We called the number listed for this hotel to fund out where we should park and was told we could use the parking lot across the street, which was for a store. The store was already closed so we parked there. We left fairly early in the morning, before the store opened again.
Check your email the day of your check in for the front door code as well as the code to your room. There isn't anyone on site to let you into the building. The front door code took a minute to work and we didn't have any issues after that.
There is no lift, just any FYI for anyone with mobility issues.
The room was clean & cozy. The was hand soap in the bathroom but no shampoo or body wash. We brought our own but just a heads up to anyone staying here.
Only bad experience was the terrible vanilla scent in the hallway and a clogged drain in the sink in the bathroom.
Great view if the windows were cleaned.
Overall, our stay was good. Wifi worked very well and the kettle in the room was very handy to have. The shower worked well too and the water was warm. And the Inn itself was very quiet which was nice.
However, the biggest issue we had was that the heating in our room was not working whatsoever (during Icelandic winter)! My friends and I were quite chilly in the room and had to sleep with sweaters on. That being said, the comforters on the beds were decently warm and definitely helped; but without them, we would’ve been very very cold in the room… Additionally there were no staff members present in the Inn at any point during our stay so we weren’t able to ask staff for extra toilet paper/towels or ask them for assistance with getting the heater to work. In all honestly, it was a tad inconvenient to not have any staff on site.
Lastly, although we didn’t expect a kitchen or cooking space per say, it was also a little inconvenient to not have a microwave in the room. So be mindful of how you plan to eat/cook when booking rooms here. We ended up having to use a single burner camping stove outside to cook pasta and had no way or re-heating it…
Overall we were pretty satisfied with our room and our time on the island, however some things, like the heating issues and lack of staff on site, left us a bit displeased.
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Eyjar
Is there on-site parking available at Hotel Eyjar?
The hotel does not have on-site parking. Guests must use street parking nearby, which can have short-term restrictions. Some guests have used a parking lot across the street when available.
How does the check-in process work at Hotel Eyjar?
Hotel Eyjar uses a self check-in system. Guests receive the front door and room codes by email on the day of arrival. There is no staffed reception at the hotel.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Eyjar?
Pets are not allowed at Hotel Eyjar.
What types of rooms are available at Hotel Eyjar?
Room types include Run of House, Standard room, Standard Triple room, Standard Family room, Standard Quadruple Family room, Standard Double room, Studio, Double Studio, Triple Studio, Deluxe Studio, and Cottage.
Does the hotel provide breakfast?
Some guests reported breakfast was included or paid for extra, but the hotel has had inconsistent breakfast availability. Contact the hotel directly for current details.
