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Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir

3.5 star property
Hotel in Egilsstaðir with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Standard Twin Room | View from room
Indoor pool
Standard Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Travelers find relaxation and adventure at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir. This rural retreat offers a full breakfast, an on-site restaurant, a garden, playground, and a spa. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Lake View | View from room

Superior Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, Mountain View | Room amenity

Superior Room, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, Lake View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Egilsstaðir 1-2, Egilsstaðir, 700

What's nearby

  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lagarfljót - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fardaga Waterfall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Vök Baths - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Seydisfjordur Harbour - 27 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • Egilsstadir (EGS) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Café & Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Glóð - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Askur Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Móðir Jörð - Vallanes Organic Farm - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bókakaffi Hlöðum - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir

Hotel in a rural location
Free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A reception hall, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and espresso makers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 45-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Spa fee: ISK 2000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Lake Hotel Gistihusid
Lake Gistihusid Egilsstadir
Lake Gistihusid
Lake Gistihusid Egilsstadir
Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir Hotel
Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir Egilsstaðir
Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir Hotel Egilsstaðir

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Fljotsdalur Valley and East Iceland Heritage Museum. Lagarfljót and Minjasafn Austurlands are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 425 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredible breakfast friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shira Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very charming and nicely designed. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfreda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very healthy with good choices. We did not have time to use the spa so no comment there. Simply... it was a beautiful hotel... we were both sorry that we did not stay two nights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

saba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and kind staff. Food was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Beds were comfortable, staff was great! Dinner and breakfast was very good! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haven’t had breakfast but the hotel on the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay at the end of a day of driving. Friendly staff, nice dining options. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was horrendous. Moldy cantaloupe, ice cold oatmeal no one would replace. Worst breakfast ever
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhitao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2 min drive to bonus supermarket and gas station. Room is clean. Breakfast is included which is really convenient. The only minus point is the shower temperature is constantly swaying between hot and cold.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. Quiet - nice rooms. Had an excellent dinner and breakfast. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for travelling around the ring road. Nice quiet room overlooking the lake. Breakfast was good too. We did get a sulphur type smell in the shower room but it wasn't bad enough to complain about.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family vacation traveling with 2 adult children. Excellent location. The only negnative issue was the bathroom sink and shower water had a strong sulfur oder. This was the only time we experienced this. Right on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with lake views. Delicious restaurant. Comfortable beds and spacious room. Convenient to east Iceland sights. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The person at reception was doing his job, not very welcoming, however in the morning he was in a much better mood, the staff at the restaurant were extremely friendly, helpful and quite funny...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Clean and up to date.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice property. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The spa was great. Breakfast was good. I think the only con was there was a very strong sulfur smell in the Bathroom/Shower water. Otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Solid place to stay. Convenient to markets and gas stations nearby. Very fancy finish experience. A bit of an animal farm smell outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check in was easy, and the room was clean. The breakfast was one of the best we had in Iceland. However, the property is on a farm and smells of cow manure, and the sulfur smell of the water coming out of the faucets was overpowering.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting on a farm & lake. We walked around & pet the cows, horses, & a sweet black kitty. The breakfast buffet was superb. Great location, right in town with plenty of dining options & gas right across the street. This did not bother us, but if you’re not used to the smell of a farm, the cow smell may bother you, so be aware of that. We, however, loved everything about our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Zareena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel with comfortable room

This hotel is lovely for what it is. Really cosy vibes throughout. Lake views out of the back of the hotel with mountain views to the front. The room was basic but completely expected given the star rating of the hotel. It was functional, spacious and comfortable. Staff were all friendly. Bar area was lovely with option to sit outside. Quite a selection available at self service breakast. We were able to walk into town from this hotel easily for dinner options. And you can get to the lake side as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was the most disappointing hotel of our 10 night road trip. The outside smells like cow sh*t when you drive up. The people were nice, but our room was dirty and smelled like sulfur in the morning. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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