Eastern Iceland
Travel Guide





Visit Eastern Iceland

Hotel 1001 Nott
Dinner was excellent, staff were very friendly and helpful, hot tubs were perfect, rooms were clean and had a beautiful view. Perfect stay!
Reviewed on 2026/5/12

Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse Egilsstaðir
We stayed at 10 different hotel/hostels all the way around Iceland and this one was by far the best. Clean rooms, great showers, excellent common areas, and the staff was great. Nikita from Slovenia was the best of the best! Smiling welcome, awesome personality- amazing to talk to! I would go back ...
Reviewed on 2026/5/13

Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir
This place was ok for a one-night stay, but felt pretty cheap for a hotel that actually wasn’t that cheap. We got a room with a private bathroom and ate at their restaurant area since they have no shared kitchen space. The food wasn't good at all, but the staff was extremely friendly and let many ...
Reviewed on 2025/9/12

Krákhamar apartments

Bragdavellir Cottages
This is not what we expected. It was freezing. So so cold - the walls are super thin. There were no extra linens/blankets. The doors do not close (I’m guessing due to temp fluctuations) including the BATHROOM so that wasn’t great. My daughter was sick so the extra cold wasn’t great. I think there ...
Reviewed on 2025/12/1

Ásgeirsstaðir Cottages
Very spacious cottage with an equipped kitchen. Hosts were responsive. We stayed overnight during a bag storm and everything worked well including wifi. Shower pressure was very good too. Would recommend a deeper cleaning.
Reviewed on 2026/4/13
Popular places to visit

Studlagil Canyon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Studlagil Canyon during your travels in Egilsstaðir. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

Hengifoss
Explore the great outdoors at Hengifoss, a lovely green space in Hallormsstadur. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Seydisfjordur Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Seydisfjordur with a trip to Seydisfjordur Harbour. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Vök Baths
You can take time to visit Vök Baths during your travels to Egilsstaðir. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's northern light views.
Bakkagerdi Church
After visiting Bakkagerdi Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Borgarfjordur Eystri. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
Hafnarhólmi
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hafnarhólmi during your travels in Borgarfjordur Eystri. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this quaint area.




