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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
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Indoor pool
Superior Room, Mountain View | Room amenity
Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Single Room, Lake View

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, Mountain View | Room amenity

Superior Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Single Room

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

  • ‪Bókakaffi Hlöðum - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Café & Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Askur Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Glóð - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Café Nielsen - ‬10 min walk

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
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a reception hall, and a front-desk safe
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, 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

Languages

English, Icelandic

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
  • Smoke-free property

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 1 mi (2 km) of East Iceland Heritage Museum, Lagarfljót, and Minjasafn Austurlands. Fardaga Waterfall is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.

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Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 374 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 374 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 374 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 374 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 374 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Lake view out back really nice and clean spacious rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Really lovely stay at the hotel. Great views, wonderful staff and they went the extra mile to ring us when the north lights were visible. Breakfast was lovely. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Had lunch in the dinning room. I ordered the catch of the day. Felt like a home cooked meal. Overall, a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Wonderful hotel and restaurant, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Nice place would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Friendly staff and a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Nice and kind staff. Food was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10

The hotel website neglects to tell you that they are located right next to a cow farm. The smell is putrid when your hotel room windows are open because there is no a/c in the hotel. The staff says the whole town smells which it does. The spa is excellent, the view of the lake is obstructed by the trees.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Awesome Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Excellent hotel and staff was fantastic. Loved this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10

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

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

Loved this nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Stately hotel in a beautiful location on the lake. Clean, comfortable and quiet. Don't miss the restaurant on site, the meals were truly the best we had in Iceland!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Lake location and room were wonderful, breakfast was average.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Amazing stay. Great staff, great facilities, great value for the money. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great place to stay, comfortable very clean room, excellent restaurant that serves locally produced food and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Welcoming and cozy lobby and sitting area. Rooms were cute and comfortable with beautiful view of lake. Dinner at the restaurant was delicious with great service! Breakfast buffet had many choices and very good food! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Very nice accomodation, staff was friendly and flexible with check in time. Very centrally located in Egilsstadir and breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

I had a very clean and comfortable room. The included breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Nice hotel, had a very good dinner in the restaurant. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Best thing about this hotel is the aurora calling service, was able to view the aurora while our stay, love the view since it’s a lake at the back of the hotel and make it easier to take aurora photos there. Towels not so clean and housekeeping did not check the shower gel bottles as it was empty when we checked in. Staffs are helpful to give us extra bottle of shower gel to use, overall still recommend for this hotel.

10/10

Haven’t had breakfast but the hotel on the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024