Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
Near East Iceland Heritage Museum
Located in Egilsstaðir, Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of East Iceland Heritage Museum and Fardaga Waterfall. This spa hotel is 17.1 mi (27.4 km) from Seydisfjordur Harbour and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Minjasafn Austurlands.
Stay in one of 50 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a spa tub and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
English, Icelandic
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free self parking
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Laundry
Breakfast available
Spa
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Restaurants
Bar
Room service
Housekeeping
Standard Double Room
172 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore details
Single Room
140 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 1 1 King BedMore details
Standard Twin Room
194 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 2 Twin BedsMore details
Twin Room, Lake View
194 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 2 Twin BedsMore details
Superior Room, Lake View
269 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Double BedMore details
Superior Room, Mountain View
269 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Double BedMore details
Standard Double Room
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore details
Deluxe Room, Mountain View
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin BedMore detailsDeluxe Room, Lake View
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin BedMore detailsWonderful · 346 reviews
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Location
0.0/10
Recommendation
92%
Closest airports
The nearest major airport is Egilsstadir (EGS)
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
What's nearby
East Iceland Heritage Museum
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Minjasafn Austurlands
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Lagarfljót
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Fardaga Waterfall
2 km / 1.2 mi
Vök Baths
5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Lagarfljot
13.8 km / 8.5 mi
Seydisfjordur Harbour
27.4 km / 17.1 mi
Blaa Kirkjan
27.4 km / 17.1 mi
Skaftfell - Center for Visual Art
27.9 km / 17.4 mi
Skálanes
28.1 km / 17.5 mi
Tækniminjasafn Austurlands
28.3 km / 17.6 mi
Icelandic Wartime Museum
34 km / 21.1 mi
Íslenska Striðsárasafnið
34.1 km / 21.2 mi
Hengifoss
34.8 km / 21.6 mi
Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center
39.1 km / 24.3 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Laundry
Breakfast available
Spa
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Restaurants
Bar
Room service
Housekeeping
Top family-friendly amenities
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free self parking
Food and drink
A restaurants
Snack bar/deli
A bar/lounges
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Restaurants on site
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Activities nearby
Free self parking
Things to do
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Tours/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Outdoors
Terrace
Full-service spa
Spa services on site
Full-service spa
Steam room
Sauna
Languages spoken
English
Icelandic
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
We should mention
92% of our clients have rated us with 5 stars
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