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Featuring a restaurant and cafe on site, Blabjorg Resort is in the fishing village of Borgarfjordur Eystri, 71 km from Egilsstadir. This property offers sea-view rooms with access to a fully equipped shared kitchen. WiFi and on-site parking are free. View with location, breakfast, parking, wifi, 10mins to see puffins,and northern light from window.

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9.1
Superb
1,637 reviews
Price from
US$140
per night

Boasting a sauna, Mjóanes accommodation is situated in Hallormsstaður. The property has lake and garden views, and is 17 km from Hengifoss. The guest house features mountain views, a picnic area, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Elsa is super friendly and heartwarming. The room was cozy, spacious and clean. The decoration made it feel like home. Would definitely recommend.

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9.4
Superb
561 reviews

40 km from Hengifoss in Egilsstadir, Finnstaðir offers accommodation with access to a hot tub and open-air bath. Boasting private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. we loved it! we felt like coming to visit grandma's old charming house in the farm.

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9.2
Superb
210 reviews
Price from
US$575
per night

Set in a characteristic wooden house, Við Lónið Guesthouse is an accommodation in Seyðisfjörður. Rooms feature Scandinavian minimalist design, original wood furnishings and uninterrupted views of the fjord and town. the view from our balcony was the best. the host was amazing and tried helping us with local things to see and eat around. it was spotless and clean and so welcoming! We were lucky to spot faint northern lights right outside our balcony.

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9.3
Superb
515 reviews
Price from
US$209
per night

Curry house rooms is situated in Seyðisfjörður. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.9 km from Gufufoss.

Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. Lovely, comfortable guest house in a beautiful town on the Eastfjords. We went in November so the weather was a little wild, but the road to the town was clear. The town is full of beautiful art, gorgeous scenery, and nature! The room was great!

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9.3
Superb
89 reviews
Price from
US$169
per night

At the homestay, all units come with a wardrobe. All units are fitted with a shared bathroom. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Guests at the homestay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Óbyggðasetur, like hiking. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Really nice place, with a welcoming host !

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9.4
Superb
86 reviews

Boasting a garden, Fjalladýrð Guesthouse is set in Modrudalur and also provides a bar and a shared lounge. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Very nice looking, clean and comfortabe room. Excellent breakfast 🙂

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8.9
Fabulous
1,522 reviews
Price from
US$74
per night

Lyngás Guesthouse is located by Route 1 in Egilsstadir, East Iceland. It offers free parking, a shared kitchen and basic rooms with free WiFi.

All guest rooms at Guesthouse Lyngás have a work desk and wooden floors. Guests can relax in a cosy communal lounge. Bathroom facilities are shared. The host who welcomed us was very kind and friendly, she explained everything clearly and answered our questions. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed, and it was clean, which made cooking very easy. The location is excellent, close to a supermarket and other services. Our room was comfortable with a good-sized bed, and the bathrooms and showers were also clean, with enough available per floor so it never felt crowded. We had a very good stay and were able to rest well.

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8.5
Very good
1,915 reviews
Price from
US$123
per night

Set in a peaceful, natural setting, Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse is just a 10-minute drive from Egilsstaðir and the local airport.

All rooms feature simple, modern décor and guests have access to a communal lounge, where free hot drinks are available at all times. Shared bathrooms include six showers and five toilets. Localisation outside city close to the nature, comfortable rooms and very good breakfasts

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8.7
Fabulous
1,396 reviews

Situated in Stóri-Bakki in the East Iceland region, Lindarhóll Guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. This guest house provides a shared lounge. This was by far our favorite stay in Iceland. Exceptionally clean room and bathroom. Everything is new, cozy decor. Since we were staying 2 nights, we even managed to do our laundry. Definitely recommend and would book again.

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8.8
Fabulous
253 reviews
Price from
US$934
per night

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