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Reviews of Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Egilsstadir 1-2, 700 Egilsstaðir, Iceland

#3 of 9 hotels in Egilsstaðir

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 425 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free Wifi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    9.0
    great for 1 day when on ring road tour.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night

    elevator too slow and old, lake view but no boardwalk along the lake. Horse poop smell from parking till entrance of hotel. got too hot in night, had to open windows ; was fine afterwards.

    Breakfast buffet, Puffin tour guidance by front desk led us to get the best glimpse of birds at the best time. best restaurant on-site.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2025

    9.0
    Would recommend staying and eating at Gistihusid- it was very quaint.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing major, just would have been more convenient to be able to charge drinks at the bar to the room instead of having to pay at the bar and then pay again separately for the meal.

    The location is easy to find, yet quaint and tucked away by the lake. The fact that it’s a working farm makes it even cuter. Check in was swift and we were able to make a reservation for dinner with perfect timing to get to the room to get cleaned up. We had a beautiful view of the grounds and lake. The room was already set up with the pull out couch, which was very comfortable. Breakfast was convenient with plenty of selections. The entire experience was great and we will have good memories.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2025

    9.0
    Very nice hotel with a feel of good old place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good location , cozy and friendly staff, we had a room with a view to the lake, very good breakfast

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were surprised by the charge on the spa. I must not have read the fine print that it was not included. I tripped twice once coming out of the bathroom door and once coming out of our room. There is a raised step both at the bathroom and at the room that is very dangerous for guests. Cash should be warned to be careful.

    Good location.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    8.0
    A hotel well worth staying at.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really.

    We got upgraded to a superior room (not with a lake view though). The restaurant is a bit strange because it’s long and thin a bit like a corridor but the food was very good.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    9.0
    Enjoy the lake view experience and local attractions!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful lake location LOVED the barn and cows next to it! Great food try the Kellir cheese plate I put in photos. Go to Petra s stone collection and the nearby reindeer rescue farm!!Finally drive to Studigill Canyon

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Although place was just next to farm with cattle, we couldn't smell anything bad. Place is locatel in calm part of the city. The local restaurant was just amazing. We had probably best salmon ever. Also place was quiet, had a very good sleep there.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely stay. We had dinner at the hotel restaurant. It was amazing would highly recommend eating here.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    We should have booking 2 nights instead of one! 😩
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lake view, lake view and lake view!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    We all had a good stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    The location is very good. The staff is very nice. Good breakfast. Clean room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really nice place. We had an amazing dinner at the hotel restaurant.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    10
    Lovely!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This hotel is conveniently located in town, and sits on the lake with gorgeous views. So charming and well kept. Comfortable, clean, and quiet. Dinner was also excellent. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    10
    Excellent and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast and dinner was very good. Staff was wonderful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were nice, comfortable and cosy. We had everything we needed in the room. The breakfast was excellent, with a good variety of food and good coffee. The location is quite ok, still it is more comfortable to get around by car. The staff at the reception were very friendly and helpful, gave us a lot of good ideas for visiting the area

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location. Nice view. Pleasant staff. Quiet. Comfortable bed. Spacious room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2025

    10
    Wonderful place to stay on our trip around the ring road
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely place

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    10
    It was great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    The staff was super friendly and helpful. It was clean, they had good drinks and the spa was quiet and not crowded at all. They also had a washing machine and dryer you could use for free. We went here in the middle of July.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, great hotel, and great restaurant on site including the continental breakfast!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    9.0
    Great location for exploring east coast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfortable rooms and great breakfast. The late check in time is great when on a summer road trip.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I wish I could have stayed longer!

    room was neat and clean. view over lake was lovely. restaurant was so good, we ate there 3 nights!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great room with the extra lounge room. Manager was lovely and gave us a bucket of ice to keep a wine cold

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely.quaint hotel with a remarkable restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful view, clean, charming. Restaurant was amazing. So much better than expedited. One of the best meals we had in Iceland.

    Quaint with an amazing restaurant.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very nice hotel near the lake. Clean room, quiet, the view, tasty breakfast. Good restaurant. Perfect.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2025

    9.0
    Surprisingly nice stay in Egilsstadir
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. When I came down for breakfast, there was a big group of tourists occupying almost all the tables. I had to wait a few minutes for the staff to clear a table for me. It is a good idea to book a table for breakfast if you are in a hurry.

    It is located by the lake but within 5 minutes walk to supermarkets and shops.it is housed in a traditional style building but the rooms are new and spacious. It has full service ie restaurant, bar and 24 hour receptionist who can provide morning wake up call. It has spacious free car park. The beds are comfortable and the heating system is good. The bathroom is clean and big enough although shower is rather small. The breakfast is generous and delicious with helpful service. I wished a had more time to stay there.

    Stayed in May 2025

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