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Skipalækur Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Egilsstaðir with free parking

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Exterior
Beach
Restaurant
Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Travelers find genuine peace at Skipalækur Guesthouse, where the garden creates a naturally calming atmosphere. The property offers practical amenities like reliable WiFi and convenient parking, all within a completely smoke-free environment.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 450
AED 525 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Skipalækur ehf, Skipalæk, Fellum, Egilsstaðir, East Iceland, 700

What's nearby

  • Vök Baths - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Lagarfljót - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Fardaga Waterfall - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Seydisfjordur Harbour - 31 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Egilsstadir (EGS) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Café & Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Glóð - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Askur Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bókakaffi Hlöðum - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café Nielsen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Skipalækur Guesthouse

Property highlights
Skipalækur Guesthouse provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Skipalækur Guesthouse include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Skipalækur Guesthouse Egilsstadir
Skipalækur Egilsstadir
Skipalækur
Skipalækur Guesthouse Guesthouse
Skipalækur Guesthouse Egilsstaðir
Skipalækur Guesthouse Guesthouse Egilsstaðir

Frequently asked questions

Is Skipalækur Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Skipalækur Guesthouse?

As of 1 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skipalækur Guesthouse on 1 December 2025 start from $142.95, 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.

How much is parking at Skipalækur Guesthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Skipalækur Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Skipalækur Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Skipalækur Guesthouse located?

Situated in Egilsstaðir, this guesthouse is steps from Fljotsdalur Valley, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lagarfljót and Minjasafn Austurlands. East Iceland Heritage Museum and Vök Baths are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Skipalækur Guesthouse Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped large shared kitchen, comfy beds, everything was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Waleed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, especially when travelling around. Very clean, has all the amenities you need, while also having nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent guest house. Good location, clean, cozy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, spacious, and had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! Extremely comfortable rooms! Only negative is the kitchen facilities didn’t work ideally for cooking. Stove is subpar. Would recommend to anyone and stay again though!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The perfect quiet location for a restful night! Very clean and wonderful communication made for an easy check in and out!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great guesthouse. Very clean and comfortable. Owner/Manager was very attentive. Shared kitchen was great and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was cold, took awhile for radiator to warm up room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Nice to have own washroom. Also nice to be able to use cooking facilities that were kept very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyll

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice guest house quiet location off he beaten path.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saw Northern lights just outside our room. Can cook your oen breakfast. Plenty of room to gather and eat in dining area - breakfast on your own.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

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

Clean and comfortable

This place was clean, quiet and comfortable. There was a kitchen for use, although we had nothing to prepare there. Room was large.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exactly as described
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Aston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short drive from town, very nice kitchen (shared with one other room), helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stefanie

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

Nette Einrichtung

Schöne Unterkunft, sehr sauber, schön am Fjord gelegen. Küche für SB-Frühstück mit Kaffee, Tee und Toaster vorhanden. Dahinter befindet sich ein Campingplatz.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice for short stay, so conveniently. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Mehrdad

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people operating property are very Rude, unorganized, and allow people to do anything that they want. Cooking fish without vent is ridiculous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very clean and convenient for local sites. The owner is very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kathrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ruhig, nah am See Gemeinschaftsküche mit entsp. Utensilien
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Outstanding

Comfortable room and fully equipped kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd time in Iceland. Best guesthouse I've stayed in. Super clean, well maintained property. 20 years old but appears new. Buy some new TV's mom. Son said so.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022