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Hótel Valaskjálf

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

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Bar (on property)
1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Billiards

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Egilsstaðir, Hótel Valaskjálf is in the city centre. Vök Baths and Seydisfjordur Harbour are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fardaga Waterfall and Skálanes. East Iceland Heritage Museum and Hengifoss are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Skogarlondum 3, Egilsstaðir, 0701

What's nearby

  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lagarfljót - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fardaga Waterfall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vök Baths - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Seydisfjordur Harbour - 26 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Egilsstadir (EGS) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Café & Bistro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Glóð - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Askur Pizzeria - ‬9 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 travellers can enjoy amenities, such as hiking/biking trails and horse 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
  • A reception hall, meeting rooms and books
  • A billiards/pool table, a TV in reception and games
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hótel Valaskjálf have comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, Icelandic, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Free cot
  • 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 cot

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

Policies

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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 any lifts
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 at Hótel Valaskjálf?

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?

Checkout 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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Hótel Valaskjálf Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 293 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willow

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Functional room, great breakfast, nice staff, wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast provided
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel, but with small and noise rooms. Nice restaurant and bar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stanislav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older, basic hotel. Not too many other options in area. Great restaurant with good pizza.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean and lovely! The beds absolutely comfortable, and the staff were so kind and genuine. I felt very safe here, and enjoyed the beautiful complimentary breakfast they offered! Would happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All you need for one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Rooms were just what we needed. Great restaurant attached to the hotel. Very walkable surroundings. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Filippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Slightly dated feel but breakfast was great with many options and room was clean and functional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a really great experience here and the best mattresses we've found by far. This is the 5th night in Iceland for us and the previous 4 hotels the mattresses were not good at all. This hotel was lovely in every respect. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The continental breakfast they offered was probably the nicest one I've ever had - anywhere. Good water, good tv, good location, nice hotel :-)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfred pk

I didn't like it as it's way too pricey for its quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An obliging receptionist arranged an early check in. Good buffet breakfast.The door lock was super difficult to use. Smart TV had no free channels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old building. Small rooms which are definetely not soundproof. Curtains that do not darken the room in summer. Furnishing a bit old fashioned and not much space for luggage. Very kind and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice updated property convenient restaurant delicious food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front staff were very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice dinner, breakfast buffee and views!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice hotel

Very small room, good servies, good location and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, helpful, and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yiu Wan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple hotel but exactly what we wanted. Very clean and friendly staff. Included breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant on site has great food, happy hour 🎉 Great complimentary breakfast. Rooms are older but still great and cleaned well. Very happy with our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!!

Loved the happy hour. Shot a game of pool. Comfy. Nice staff. Great dinner and free breakfast was fabulous. All around perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024