Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands

Property class: 2.5

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Consider a stay at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as mountain biking and horse riding, at this country house. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
The current price is £115
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

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A room with two single beds, a small table, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Traditional Twin Room, Valley View, Mountainside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a clock, and a window with curtains.

Romantic Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden cabin with a bunk bed, a small table with books, a window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Traditional Shared Dormitory, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a chair, and a table.

Traditional Shared Dormitory, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two single beds, a wooden desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View, Slope side

  • River view
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A room with two beds, a chair, a window, and a radiator.

Superior Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Egilsstaðir, Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands is in the historical district and in the mountains. Skriduklauster is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center and Lagarfljót. Hengifoss is another place to visit that comes recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Egilsstaðir travel guide
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Egilsstaðir, Fljótsdal 701, Hallormsstadur, Egilsstaðir, 0701

What's nearby

  • Skriduklauster
    21 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center
    23 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Lagarfljót
    28 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Egilsstadir (EGS)
    52 min drive

About this property

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands

  • Country house near Lagarfljót
  • A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands. Adventurous travellers may like the mountain biking and horse riding at this country house. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
  • Other perks at this country house include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Multilingual staff, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Heated floors, hairdryers and shampoo
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,200 for adults and ISK 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 6600.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are available for ISK 1500.0 per day

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ISK 2200 for adults and from ISK 1100 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 19000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ISK 1500.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6600.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands on 3 Oct 2026 start from £115, 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 Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ISK 19000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands located?

Situated in the historical district, this country house is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Skriduklauster and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center. Lagarfljót and Hengifoss are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 97 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First things first. Hands down the best dinner we had in Iceland. There was considerable conversation about trying to recreate it at home. We ate family style and the meal was bountiful. The Wilderness Center is a drive from the Ring Road, a bit out of the way if you don't have time to smell the roses. It was truly an idyllic setting with waterfalls (small ones), mountains, river, and plenty of sheep and lambs. We stayed upstairs in the main house. The room was clean and comfortable. Not too spacious but sufficient. The staff were all friendly. I think this stay was more of an experience than just lodging. Oh, and breakfast was lovely and plentiful with fresh homemade bread.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
Their description in Expedia was nothing like what we were expecting. As far as we could tell there was no pool, in terms of swimming. There was no coffee shop/ cafe. There was no bar/lounge that we were shown. No laundry facility. I asked and was told they would do it, but they never got back to me on the cost. Pictures were definitely deceiving. Clean but pretty rundown. 8 people shared 1 bathroom where were stayed. It was in a beautiful setting. The dinner and breakfast they served was wonderful. Crowded to eat. We ate in the kitchen. Little room to move around. If you book you would not be getting anything that looks like the pictures, or the description.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the quietest and relaxing places I have been to. All the dairy products is also very fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Ring road Iceland trip

When you’re looking an authentic Icelandic experience, this is the perfect place to go. Food is prepared by the family who run the place, feels like at home. They also have a spa with a sauna and museum. The view is incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming host greeted us, showed us around, then prepped dinner while she enjoyed the hot tub and sauna. The dinners she prepared were nothing short of outstanding. Think pinnacle home cooking. Breakfast was decent but not special. Gorgeous setting. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than great! Wonderful staff; awesome Icelandic traditions exhibition in dormitory. Great great food by chef Jakob and his crew. Tranquil environment, sheep farm next door. Beautiful and comfortable sauna cottage included. 100% recommend! Thank you for making our trip so much better! Nazanin and fam :))
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best ever farm stay and experience. Outstanding staff, food and chef that are well worth the cost. Unexpectedly good dormitory sleeping. Great hot showers are everywhere. Many activities that are well guided and some that are totally sublime that you can do on your own which cost nothing extra. Great Canyonside exploring and waterfalls to chase. Personal transportation to and from the Egilsstadirr airport was a great experience in itself. Will return because the place is magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great thanks to the nice staff Simon, he waited us for the late check in until 11:30pm and gave us a warm welcome. The room decoration is vintage and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
the dormitory option is not well executed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed by all the staff I interacted with, especially the check-in staff. Had they not went above and beyond, we would have been stranded that night without a room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very special place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay in remoteness. Common dinner with others was very nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a hostel, and found it to be a quaint and lovely experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lamb dinner was excellent ! The horse ride was worth every penney!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING. The staff were super accommodating and welcoming. I was technically late for supper, but they still provided me with THE BEST lamb dinner (sooo much food was provided, and every bite had my mouth watering). The property was beautiful, and the hot tub/sauna were perfect after a long day of traveling. Met some wonderful people who quickly became friends. Would 100% recommend to anyone passing by this area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Kitchen and shower nice, but no toilet in the pod is not convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were nice, but the property is a little dated. And the breakfast is well overpriced (around 20 EUR) for what they offered. I asked to have fried eggs, and the lady told me they don't have a kitchen to fry the eggs, so we ate bread and butter!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place. A bit on the older side. Breakfast and food, not to my liking. Setup as a shared communal event, which some may like some not. You share a table with random people. Food was average.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only constructive feedback was that the hot pool was lukewarm and the room was a bit small for a family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s remote location… my only complaint is I did not know how remote the property was. That’s fine. It’s a great place. They should’ve been able to ask me if I wanted dinner part of my arrival so I had to drive 30 minutes into town to get dinner. They said they tried to call me, but they did not leave a message or send me a text. That’s my only complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ask for laundry but no answer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room that was assigned to us was nothing like shown in the pictures. It was way too small with no place to keep or hang things and no place to move. The girl kept saying it is antique which we appreciate but it was not confortable or convinient. When we reached here it was very windy and raining and my spirits were dampend looking at the room as there was no place to put our bags down or to hang our waterproof jackets and pants. We could hear the couple in the neighboring room as well as all the guests in the dining area downstairs. Lot of noise from cleaning the kitchen late night after all the guests had dinner. There was only one bathroom for four rooms and the food served at dinner was not worth the price we were charge. We stayed at six different places and all were great except for this one. We had a very bad experience here. It is hyped and not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La route pour s'y rendre doit être mieux entretenue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026