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Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir

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

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Front of property - evening/night
Standard Twin Room
Lounge
Indoor pool
Standard Twin Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, Mountain View | Room amenity

Superior Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 773 reviews
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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About the area

Map
Egilsstaðir 1-2, Egilsstaðir, 700

What's nearby

  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lagarfljót - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Minjasafn Austurlands - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fardaga Waterfall - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Vök Baths - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

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 on-site 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 such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A reception hall, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • A front desk safe, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen 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 transport

  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
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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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

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 does it cost to stay at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir on 14 Mar 2025 start from AU$347.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout 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 mile (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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 356 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 356 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 356 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 356 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 356 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

What a lovely lakeside hotel! A good restaurant and spacious, comfortable rooms. And just a short walk from many town stores and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

saba

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

DONALD

Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

Dara

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 Excellent

afshin

Awesome hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

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

Beniluz

Awesome Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rory

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

6/10 Okay

edwin

Disliked: Staff & service
the hotel was ok, but the staff was very unfriendly and clearly unhappy working there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

BINGDONG

The room is very clean, comfortable and spacious. Staffs are nice too. One thing to mention: the breakfast is awesome, both in quality and flavour
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

8/10 Good

Robin

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

Mary

Loved this nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Pavan Kumar

Staff not as attentive. Good location with view of lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

autumn dawn

Beautiful views right on the lake. Very comfortable room and bed. The staff went above and beyond with any request. Good restaurant. Great midway stop in our trip that allowed us freshen our clothes with their washer and dryer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis

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

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

We loved the place. Excellent service. The staff is very friendly. The hotel it looks like a castle. Our room had an amazing view of the lake. The restaurant is a plus. I’ve heard is one of the best restaurants in town. The continental breakfast was delicious and with a lot of options. Totally recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arloa

Beautiful location, beside a farm, lake views, lobby decor was excellent & breakfast buffet was delicious. I did not eat dinner here or utilize the spa services, thus cannot rate them.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stop off for a night on way around ring road
Old hotel on lake. Very simple rooms. Nice restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024