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Hótel Valaskjálf

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Hótel Valaskjálf

A bar area with a copper bowl filled with bottles, a bar counter, and a patterned floor.
A modern interior with a herringbone floor, a central seating area with yellow chairs, a red lamp, and a large window with plants.
A reception area with a chandelier, a bulletin board with magazines, and a purple carpet.
A staircase with wooden railings and purple carpet leading to a reception area with a counter and a view of the interior.
A bar area with a stone wall, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$388
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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Skogarlondum 3, Egilsstaðir, 0701
  • Place, East Iceland Heritage Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Vök Baths
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Seydisfjordur Harbour
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Egilsstadir (EGS)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with a view of trees, and a wooden table with cups and a tray.

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two windows with curtains, a ceiling light, and a view of trees and buildings outside.

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a coffee maker, and a door leading to another room.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Standard Room

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a mirror, a TV, and a window.

Double Standard Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 14 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Egilsstaðir

Hótel Valaskjálf puts you in the centre of Egilsstaðir, 6.1 km (3.8 mi) from Vök Baths and 26.4 km (16.4 mi) from Seydisfjordur Harbour. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a nightclub. .Ölstofan Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy access to horse riding/hire and hiking/biking trails. 1000 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Egilsstaðir hotel, you'll be 35.2 km (21.9 mi) from Hengifoss and 43.5 km (27 mi) from Skálanes.

What's nearby

  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lagarfljót - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Vök Baths - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Seydisfjordur Harbour - 26 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Skriduklauster - 38 min drive - 50.4 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
  • ‪Kaffi Egilstaðir - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hótel Valaskjálf

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A nightclub, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hótel Valaskjálf. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Egilsstaðir hotel.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hótel Valaskjálf offers 39 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • In-room cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (1,000 square foot of space)
  • 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

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • 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
  • 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 - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hótel Valaskjálf?

Hótel Valaskjálf offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hótel Valaskjálf?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hótel Valaskjálf on 14 Aug 2026 start from AU$388, 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.

Is parking available at Hótel Valaskjálf?

Yep, Hótel Valaskjálf has a free self car park.

Does Hótel Valaskjálf serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors are hooked on the free continental breakfast here! Offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hótel Valaskjálf?

No, Hótel Valaskjálf does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hótel Valaskjálf?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hótel Valaskjálf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hótel Valaskjálf?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hótel Valaskjálf Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 365 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here last minute and slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Borren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable one night stay, good dinner and breakfast at the in house restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lone Frænde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The lady in the reception was very kind and helpfull 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent breakfast, check in gal was nice and helpful. Overall decent stay, nothing fancy. The restaurant attached is just ok IMO and the waitress was rude and trying to rush us along. The bartender was nice, hospitable, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A nice basic hotel. The hotel was not the newest but it was clean. Monst of the time there was nobody at the front desk (at least in the evening and morning when I tried to ask for directions). There was a decent restaurant inside the hotel. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Willow

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Functional room, great breakfast, nice staff, wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DANA

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Old but ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness
Great restaurant, great staff and great breakfast but the worst shower ever. The entire bathroom floor gets wet. No one working during check out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Location, good Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Convenient self check in when arriving late, quick responses, great food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Taro

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The lady at the reception was very helpful and nice. Breakfast had lot of fruits.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being from America, our room was set up similarly to a college dorm room. It had everything we needed and was clean. Breakfast was also really good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jiho

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
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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