Egilsstaðir Travel Guide

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Wonderful and high waterfall Fardagafoss near Egilsstadir on Eastern Iceland
Wonderful and high waterfall Fardagafoss near Egilsstadir on Eastern Iceland
Dettifoss waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. It was about a half mile walk back to the waterfall and when we were there everything was covered with a pretty thick layer of snow. As we were waking up to the waterfall we saw this complete rainbow stretching across the whole waterfall. A few minutes later, we watched it slowly fade away. Luckily we were able to snap a few pictures before it was gone
We took a drive around the river close to Egilsstadir and stumbled upon this beautiful view.
Hengifoss is the third highest waterfall in Iceland and one of east Iceland's most stunning sights. The hike up takes roughly an hour not far off the ring road.

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Hérað - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Hérað - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Midvangur 5-7 Egilsstaðir
The price is £147 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
£147
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (847 reviews)
Very friendly and clean environment

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hérað - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse Egilsstaðir

Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse Egilsstaðir

2.5 out of 5
Eyjólfsstaðir Egilsstaðir
Stay at this guesthouse in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (287 reviews)
Cozy guesthouse. Friendly staff. Clean room.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse Egilsstaðir
Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir

Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir

3.5 out of 5
Egilsstaðir 1-2 Egilsstaðir
Stay at this spa hotel in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (440 reviews)
We had a wonderfull time, Raphael and the restaurant team were amazing. Oh, but. Raphael… hes is so charming. He is a keeper.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Studlagil Canyon

Hotel Studlagil Canyon

3 out of 5
Grund Jökuldalsvegur Egilsstaðir Eastern Region
Stay at this apartment in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Studlagil Canyon is located nearby.
Hotel Studlagil Canyon
Lagarfell Studios

Lagarfell Studios

3 out of 5
Lagarfell 3 Egilsstaðir FELLABAER
Stay at this apartment in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Vök Baths and Minjasafn Austurlands are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
One of our favorite places to stay during our 10day trip on the ring road. Kitchenette well stocked, comfy beds, able to do laundry. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Lagarfell Studios
Kaldá Lyngholt Holiday Homes

Kaldá Lyngholt Holiday Homes

3.5 out of 5
Kaldá 1 Egilsstaðir
Stay at this cottage in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lagarfljót and East Iceland Heritage Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
This was our favourite stay while in Iceland. The cabins were well stocked and quiet, the right distance from town to feel removed. We were able to cook basic meals and we loved having access to a hot tub and sauna. Wouldn’t change a thing. It was lovely!

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Kaldá Lyngholt Holiday Homes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Egilsstaðir

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We were only passing through but as of all Iceland's towns and villages it was picturesque and had everything you might need - petrol station, supermarket and some nice eateries!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Three of us stayed one night in a nice and clean two bedroom flat with very good view towards the lake. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. Hot water has some smell of sulfa but understand this is typical in Iceland.

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