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Hotel Edda Egilsstadir

Opening dates: 5 June - 13 August 2025

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A Monster Amongst Us?

In addition to Hotel Edda the "capital of the east" has its own international airport and a host of local attractions. Among them are Hallormsstaður, Iceland's biggest forest, the extinct Mount Snæfell volcano, Atlavík's sandy cove and the beautiful Lagarfljót river which, according to myth, is home to one terrific but shy monster, a distant relative of the one in Loch Ness in Scotland.

Wanting to relax after a long day exploring in the east? The swimming pool is just steps away from Hotel Edda, afterwards you can grab the perfect refreshment at the hotel - check out the menu!

Breakfast is served between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. Dinner is served between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. & the bar is open from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Total rooms 52
  • All rooms are en-suite
  • Split-level family rooms 
  • Restaurant with marvelous river views

Highlights at Edda Egilsstadir

Highlights at Edda Egilsstadir

Breakfast buffet

Treat yourself to our plentiful breakfast buffet from 7:00-10:00. Wholesome bread, oatmeal, fresh fruits, cereal, coffee, tea, and waffles to drive up your energy for an eventful day.

  • Price 3.400 ISK pr. person - Summer 2025
  • 2.250 ISK for children 6-12 years old
  • Free for 5 years old and younger

Dinner at Edda

Welcome to dinner at Edda Egilsstadir. The dinner menu is varied and surely everyone will find an option to their liking. 

Dinner is served from 6 PM to 9 PM.

Attractions

Egilsstadir swimming pool

1 km / 12 min walk / 3 min drive

A 25m long pool with hot tubs, a childrens pool and a waterslide, open all year round. 

Fardagafoss

5 km / 7 min drive

is just outside of Egilsstadir onway to Seydisfjordur and easy to reach. 

Hallormsstadur Forest

22 km / 18 min drive

... is considered the largest forest in Iceland, consisting of mostly native birch and a popular outdoor area with 11 marked trails.

Hengifoss

35 km / 30 min drive

 ... is the third highest waterfall in Iceland at 128 m high, known for its beautiful backdrop and lovely hiking trail. 

Vök Baths

5 km / 7 min drive

Experience geothermal floating pools with amazing views on beautiful Lake Urridavatn.