Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands

2.5 star property
Country house with free parking, in the vicinity of Skriduklauster

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Romantic Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside | Garden view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Indoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
Superior Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

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Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Egilsstaðir, Fljótsdal 701, Hallormsstadur, Egilsstaðir, 0701
  • Place, Hengifoss
  • Place, Skriduklauster
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Egilsstadir (EGS)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Twin Room, Valley View, Mountainside

  • 75 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Romantic Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • 236 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Shared Dormitory, 1 Queen Bed

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(2 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Shared Dormitory, Mountain View

  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View, Slope side

  • 75 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Egilsstaðir

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands places you 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Skriduklauster and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center. This 13-room country house welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Skriduklauster - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center - 19 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • East Iceland Heritage Museum - 56 min drive - 39.5 miles
  • Lagarfljót - 57 min drive - 39.7 miles
  • Fardaga Waterfall - 57 min drive - 40.1 miles

Getting around

  • Egilsstadir (EGS) - 52 min drive

About this property

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands

Country house with free parking, in the vicinity of Skriduklauster
Guests staying at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands enjoy an outdoor pool, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ISK 19000 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs country house include meeting rooms, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.
Recreational amenities at the country house include an outdoor pool and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ISK 2,200 for adults and ISK 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 6600.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ISK 1500.0 per day

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 buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 2200 for adults and ISK 1100 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 19000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ISK 1500.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6600.0 per day

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
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Country House Egilsstadir
Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Country House
Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Egilsstadir
Wilrness Center Óbyggðasetur
Wilderness Center / Óbyggðasetur Íslands
Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Egilsstaðir
Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Country House

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

This country house is located in Egilsstaðir within a short 1-minute walk of Fljotsdalur Valley.

Is parking available on site at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the country house. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have a casino at the property?

No, Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

No, this country house doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this country house, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this country house.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands though service animals are welcome.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have connecting rooms?

No, this country house doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands.