Guesthouse Svartiskógur Egilsstaðir

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8.1 (360 reviews)
Fljotsdalsherad , Svartiskogur , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Quiet, peaceful location close to nature
Comfortable beds and good blackout curtains
Rooms described as clean and spacious
Friendly, helpful staff and smooth check-in/out
Good breakfast with plenty of choice
Nice views and pleasant outdoor setting
Cons:
Limited/expensive dinner options
Small hot water heater (insufficient for two showers back-to-back)
Shower design wets bathroom floor and temperature can be hard to adjust
Limited storage and lack of kitchenware/mini-fridge
Few electrical outlets (kettle placement inconvenient)
Occasional weak Wi-Fi and an occasional room odor reported

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Rooms frequently described as clean, tidy and well maintained; one guest reported a cat-pee smell in a room.
Service
8.9
Staff repeatedly praised as friendly, polite and helpful; smooth and quick check-in/check-out noted.
Location
8.5
Highly praised for peace, quiet, nature and views; several guests noted it is somewhat outside town/remote.
Room Quality
7.9
Beds and blackout curtains frequently commended and rooms described as spacious, but small bathrooms, awkward shower setup and occasional lack of storage/fridge noted.
Amenities
7.3
Multiple mentions of limited hot water (small 50L heater), weak wifi, few outlets (kettle had to be plugged on floor), no mini-fridge or tea/coffee sachets and limited cooking equipment.
Value for Money
7
Several guests found dinner options expensive and overall price for some services to be high relative to expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Breakfast is often praised as very good and varied; dinner received mixed reviews (limited choices, sometimes pricey) though some enjoyed the food and desserts.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall a quiet, comfortable stay with friendly staff and good breakfast; practical issues (hot water, shower design, some value complaints) slightly reduce the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 02:02

Property Description

Riverfront Location and Cozy Accommodation
Located on the tranquil banks of the Fossá River, Hotel Svartiskogur offers a serene escape just a short distance from Egilsstadir. The bright rooms and cottages provide a comfortable retreat for guests looking to unwind in nature.

Delicious Homemade Breakfast and Local Cuisine
Start your day with a delightful homemade breakfast featuring a variety of jams, bread, and lamb pâté. For dinner, indulge in locally sourced dishes, with the hotel's specialty being tender lamb. The on-site bar and lounge area offer a perfect setting to enjoy these culinary delights.

Outdoor Adventures and Scenic Surroundings
Surrounded by hiking trails and open nature, this hotel is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the stunning landscapes or take a short drive to the Icelandic Ring Road for further adventures. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Seydisfjordur and its ferry links to the Faroe Islands and Denmark, just a scenic 45-minute drive away.

To experience the tranquility and culinary delights of Hotel Svartiskogur, book your stay now!

Important information:

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Hotel Svartiskogur in advance.

Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be
made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day the charge is made.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 360 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Arjan • extended_group • nl
9
Precies zoals gehoopt !
Pros:

Mooie hotelkamer . Schoon , fijne badkamer en douche . Vriendelijk personeel .
Ondanks dat we te vroeg waren om in te checken hoefden werd er geregeld dat we na 10 minuten onze kamer al in konden . Het ontbijt was ook goed.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Robin • extended_group • fr
9
Séjour au calme
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Mattia • couple • it
8
Pros:

La camera era molto spaziosa

Cons:

Bagno un po’ datato

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • ch
7
Functional roo
Pros:

Clean rooms
Welcoming staff

Cons:

No soundproofing
Rooms had damp atmospheres

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Donatella • family_with_children • it
9
Per gli standard islandesi il rapporto qualità/prezzo è buono
Pros:

bella la posizione

Cons:

da migliorare assolutamente la zona doccia del bagno

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Kristin • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Pretty location, confortable and clean rooms, good breakfast

Cons:

The toilet's flush button was a little sticky, but the front staff explained how to handle it. We didn't have any further issues once we learned that you have to tap it to get the button to pop back up after flushing.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Jette • solo_traveller • dk
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • couple • it
8
Tipica GuestHouse Islandese
Pros:

Tipica guesthouse, ci siamo fermati durante la ring road, quindi nei dintorni non c’è molto; l’hotel mette a disposizione cena e colazione (ovviamente a pagamento). Si può usare gratis il bollitore dell’acqua e la macchina del caffè

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jarosław • family_with_children • pl
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Margapoti • family_with_children • it
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Gísladóttir • extended_group • is
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Annie-Laure • extended_group • fr
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Agnese • couple • it
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Renate • family_with_children • at
7
Nette Unterkunft für eine Nacht
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal; ruhige Zimmer; viel Obst und Gemüse beim Frühstück

Cons:

kühler Frühstücks- und Gemeinschaftsraum

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • extended_group • it
10
Pros:

Tutto

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Zuzana • family_with_children • cz
7
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Emanuela • family_with_children • it
4
Nulla degno di nota
Pros:

La tranquillità.

Cons:

Il cottage è vecchio o comunque mal tenuto, avrebbe bisogno di una rimodernata.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Piotr • couple • pl
7
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Serdyniecka • couple • pl
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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philippe • couple • fr
8
Halte agréable pour une nuit.
Pros:

Chambre propre, spacieuse et calme. Salle de bains pratique. Bon petit-déjeuner. Accueil sympathique.

Cons:

Les stores ne fonctionnaient pas (il fallait tirer dessus tout en déroulant la sangle pour les fermer). Peu de choix au dîner, cher qui plus est...et correct sans plus.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee