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Skipalækur Guesthouse

East Iceland · Iceland

Skipala Kur Ehf Skipala K FellumView location

9.2/10Excellent54 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.4/109.4
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Skipalækur Guesthouse

Located in Egilsstaðir, Skipalækur Guesthouse is a short drive from Vök Baths and the East Iceland Heritage Museum. This guesthouse offers six comfortable guestrooms with complimentary Wi-Fi, desks, and electric kettles. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Guests can enjoy the garden views and free on-site parking. Seydisfjordur Harbour is 18. 8 miles away, and Fardaga Waterfall is just 3 miles from the property.

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With a stay at Skipalækur Guesthouse in Egilsstaðir, you'll be steps from Fljotsdalur Valley and a 4-minute drive from Vök Baths. This guesthouse is 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Seydisfjordur Harbour and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lagarfljót. Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided once per stay. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators No front desk Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 48 hours Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Up to 4 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special 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. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Icelandic

Nearby attractions

Fljotsdalur Valley 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Lagarfljót 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
East Iceland Heritage Museum 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Vök Baths 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Seydisfjordur Harbour 30.2 km / 18.8 mi
Blaa Kirkjan 30.2 km / 18.8 mi
Tækniminjasafn Austurlands 31.1 km / 19.3 mi
Hengifoss 32.4 km / 20.1 mi
Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center 36.7 km / 22.8 mi
Icelandic Wartime Museum 37.5 km / 23.3 mi
Skriduklauster 38.8 km / 24.1 mi
Rjúkandi Waterfall 46.1 km / 28.6 mi
Skálanes 47.3 km / 29.4 mi
Helgustaðanáma 51.7 km / 32.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 6
  • guest house
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

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Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BED • 17 m²DBL.KG-1
    DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable7 photos

    Skipalækur Guesthouse

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    7 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    17 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-1

    Room amenities

    • Housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Extra beds on demand

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 17 m²TWN.ST
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable7 photos

    Skipalækur Guesthouse

    TWIN STANDARD

    Room photos

    7 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    17 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Extra beds on demand
    • Desk
    • Housekeeping

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Skipalækur Guesthouse

9.2
Excellent
54 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
20 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Erica
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Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Oct 2025
David
Room was cold, took awhile for radiator to warm up room
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2025
Ian
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!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2025
Verified traveler
Well equipped large shared kitchen, comfy beds, everything was very clean.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2025
Alison
Very clean. Nice to have own washroom. Also nice to be able to use cooking facilities that were kept very clean.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2025
Phyll
Nice
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2025
Freddy
Very nice guest house quiet location off he beaten path.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Waleed
Nice place to stay, especially when travelling around. Very clean, has all the amenities you need, while also having nice rooms
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Lyle
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.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2024
Carol

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2024
Grace
The rooms are spacious and clean.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2023
Graham
Everything was exactly as described
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2023
ALEXANDER JAMES
Excellent guest house. Good location, clean, cozy
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2023
Aston
Short drive from town, very nice kitchen (shared with one other room), helpful staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2023
Wei
Good choice for short stay, so conveniently. Thanks!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2023
Emma
Very clean, spacious, and had everything we needed
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2023
Patricia
The perfect quiet location for a restful night! Very clean and wonderful communication made for an easy check in and out!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2022
Cara
Great guesthouse. Very clean and comfortable. Owner/Manager was very attentive. Shared kitchen was great and the beds were very comfortable.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
24 Jul 2022
Mehrdad
The people operating property are very Rude, unorganized, and allow people to do anything that they want.
Cooking fish without vent is ridiculous.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2022
Don
It’s very clean and convenient for local sites. The owner is very helpful.

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Skipalækur Guesthouse
Skipala Kur Ehf Skipala K Fellum, Egilsstadir, Iceland

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