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Hótel Valaskjálf

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from East Iceland Heritage Museum

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Hótel Valaskjálf, near Fardaga Waterfall, offers a free continental breakfast at Restaurant Glóð. Relax on the terrace or visit the East Iceland Heritage Museum. Enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, and in-room WiFi for planning your adventures.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Skogarlondum 3, Egilsstaðir, 0701

What's nearby

  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Minjasafn Austurlands - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lagarfljót - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fardaga Waterfall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Seydisfjordur Harbour - 26 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Egilsstadir (EGS) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Café & Bistro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Askur Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Glóð - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bókakaffi Hlöðum - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Nielsen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hótel Valaskjálf

Hotel near East Iceland Heritage Museum
Located close to Fardaga Waterfall, Hótel Valaskjálf provides free continental breakfast, a nightclub, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like hiking/biking and horseback riding at this hotel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Restaurant Glóð, the on-site diner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Games, a reception hall, and a billiards/pool table
  • A TV in the lobby, meeting rooms, and books
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hótel Valaskjálf include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ölstofan Bar
  • Restaurant Glóð

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property uses geothermal energy

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hótel Valaskjálf Hotel Egilsstadir
Hótel Valaskjálf Hotel
Hótel Valaskjálf Egilsstadir
Hótel Valaskjálf Hotel
Hótel Valaskjálf Egilsstaðir
Hótel Valaskjálf Hotel Egilsstaðir

Frequently asked questions

Is Hótel Valaskjálf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hótel Valaskjálf?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hótel Valaskjálf?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hótel Valaskjálf located?

Located in the heart of Egilsstaðir, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of East Iceland Heritage Museum and Fardaga Waterfall. Vök Baths and Seydisfjordur Harbour are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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