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FE Gisting

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Þingvallastræti 2, Akureyri
  • Place, Akureyri Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Akureyri Botanical Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Akureyri (AEY)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Akureyri

FE Gisting places you within a 5-minute walk of Matthiasarhus and Akureyri Church. This 4-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Akureyri Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Centre for Visual Arts - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Akureyri - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ketilkaffi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vínstofa Eyja Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Strikið - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪R5 Beer lounge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

FE Gisting

FE Gisting offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
30-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 2,450 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ISK 2450 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

FE Accommodation Guesthouse Akureyri
FE Accommodation Guesthouse
FE Accommodation Akureyri
FE Accommodation
FE Gisting Akureyri
FE Gisting Guesthouse
FE Gisting Guesthouse Akureyri

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of FE Gisting?

This guesthouse is located in Akureyri, just steps from Matthiasarhus and Centre for Visual Arts, and within a short walk of Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall. You'll also find Akureyri Botanical Garden and Lystigarður Akureyrar less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at FE Gisting?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FE Gisting on Jun 8, 2026 start from $168, 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.

Will I be able to park at FE Gisting?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does FE Gisting have a casino at the property?

No, FE Gisting doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at FE Gisting?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at FE Gisting?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does FE Gisting feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

FE Gisting offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will FE Gisting allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at FE Gisting.

Are there connecting rooms at FE Gisting?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Where is the closest airport to FE Gisting?

The closest major airport to FE Gisting is Akureyri (AEY), which is 2.3 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at FE Gisting?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at FE Gisting.

FE Gisting Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a beautiful small town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is very easy to find and minutes from everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is near the harbor, restaurants, and shops
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views of surrounding area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARK

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

Lovely stay in Akureyri

Lovely, friendly and polite staff/hosts. Clean and comfortable room. Quiet, good value for money, facilities all I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host and nice stay, very familiar atmosphere :-)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great littl find easy to park Friendly owner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Aston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great stay right in the heart of Akureyri and close to all the attractions. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean and well maintained. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great place to stay. Room was very big and comfortable with sofas, tv and even a piano! I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful guesthouse with great artwork and a very kind proprietor. Also: excellent bedding!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to walk everywhere you want to explore/visit. Free street parking onsite available. Super comfortable beds with lots of space in your private room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to sleep after a long day of exploring. We were lucky and got a spot right out front! Parking seemed like a bit of a challenge depending on the time.This was in walking distance to a lot of cute shops. We did not stay for breakfast but the description sounded yummy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shivin

Liked: Amenities
Best Property ever and owner is very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A friendly stay

Nice rooms, friendly staff, plus with en suite rooms, this is good value (for Iceland). We've stayed here 4 times and will stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming guesthouse with just the right amenities—great shower, coffee in the morning. The guest house is across the street and steps from the city bath house and also walking distance from the shops downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was very helpful. Helped us jump our car when we left the lights on overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chun Pong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location that close to attractions in the city. And the room is neat and looks comfortable! Also the staff served me with gentle and patient manner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in ideal location only 5 minute walk from centre of town. Host is helpful and bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Staff & service
Besides our room covered in dust, this was a great location (with free easy parking) that allowed us to enjoy the city and walk around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in a bustling little town. Flexible with my schedule and unknown arrival time as well as allowing me to wake up and leave on my own time to get an early start to my day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgios

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

Value for money in Akuyeri

Lovely place to stay for a night or two. Tiny bathroom- with the sulfur smelling hot water, pretty unbearable, but the room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were satisfied with everything. The owner was very kind, beautiful country. If we are going again definetly we would choose the same accomodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, modern room in a quiet building. Jet tub in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

I love the room I stay in! I wish i could have stay for more than one night. The owner was very Friendly and helpful. He even took the time to print out instructions to my car rental agency in Reykjavik!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024