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iStay Cottages

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Suðurnesjabær with free parking

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Pool
Double Room, Private Bathroom (Double room) | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Byggðavegur, Suðurnesjabær, 245
  • Place, Garður Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Garður Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Gardur Folk Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Twin) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Twin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Double room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Sandgerdi

IStay Cottages places you within a 10-minute drive of Gardur Folk Museum and Old Garður Lighthouse. This 8-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

  • Garður Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Old Garður Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Gardur Folk Museum - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Giantess Cave - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Reykjanes Art Museum - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪elda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jómfrúin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Keflavik Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur - ‬12 min drive

About this property

iStay Cottages

Guesthouse in Suðurnesjabær with free parking
At iStay Cottages, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a garden.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles and hair dryers are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

iStay Cottages Guesthouse Sandgerði
iStay Cottages Guesthouse
iStay Cottages Guesthouse Sandgerdi
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Guesthouse iStay Cottages Sandgerdi
Sandgerdi iStay Cottages Guesthouse
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iStay Cottages Suðurnesjabær
iStay Cottages Guesthouse Suðurnesjabær

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at iStay Cottages?

IStay Cottages offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around iStay Cottages?

This guesthouse is located in Suðurnesjabær, close to Gardur Folk Museum, Old Garður Lighthouse, and Garður Lighthouse. You'll also find Reykjanes Heritage Museum and Giantess Cave nearby.

Will I be able to park at iStay Cottages?

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

Does iStay Cottages have a casino?

No, iStay Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at iStay Cottages?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does iStay Cottages have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does iStay Cottages have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, iStay Cottages doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will iStay Cottages allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at iStay Cottages.

Does iStay Cottages have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from iStay Cottages?

The closest major airport to iStay Cottages is Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF), which is 5.5 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), which is around 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at iStay Cottages?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at iStay Cottages.

iStay Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 408 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 408 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 408 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 408 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 408 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a treasure and so close to the airport. You feel like you are in the middle of a rural town. Lovely area and the accommodations were perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vega

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern cottage with a lovely bathroom. Kitchen is also very modern and well equipped. Self-check-in was easy and smooth. It's a good option for arrival at or departure from KEF!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pavel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audra, Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet, and also close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabins were great, common area kitchen provided everything you need for meals, bathrooms were spotless. Communication prior to arrival and check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Highly recommend the property! The town is very quite but great proximity to the airport for early departures and
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Highly recommend

This was a really nice place. There are 8 cabins with comfortable beds, a heater a short wooden path to some large bathrooms and really nice kitchen/common area. I took advantage of the public pool down the street for my last night in Iceland. You won't want to miss the lighthouse at sunset either. Such a great ending to an amazing vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay close to airport but not on flight path. Cozy cabin. Very clean and well maintained facilities. Watched the northern lights. Great way to start our trip. Thank you .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little cabin close to the airport. Had a great view for the northern lights!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRZEGORZ

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chelsey

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little cottage! No issues with arrival or checkout, key left in lockbox. A lovely relaxing evening spent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varvara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a really nice hotel to stay for a night or two. Very convenient location close to the airport. Don't bother to bring food to the hotel because the kitchen on the site is full of food that people leave behind:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhe

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinfan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nice, beautiful view, it is clean with big bathroom. But our car has been hit in the parking lot and the driver run, however the hotel does not have any CCTV around the parking lot and no help. :(
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for a quick stay before or after flight.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Was nice but could be better

Seems like the place should be groomed with a weed eater. Stuff growing over the walkways. I use CPAP and there was not a plug in at what the host made the "head of the bed". I had to move the pillow to the other end of the bed, so I could plug in my equipment for sleeping. When you normally get up in the night to go to the bathroom, having an external bathroom is not convenient. The room looked and felt new and clean and it was close to the central kitchen area. We did not eat while we were there. Arrived 8:45pm and departed 8:45am
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay! Was very clean and updated. Very close to the airport making travels the next morning easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facility . Highly recommended for the value!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Renovated and very nice and clean. Close to the airport and the coast so it was beautiful! Spacious and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean property. Was able to get a taxi at 5AM right to the airport. Use the taxi service they suggest as it’s timely and a reasonable price. Was about $50 to get to the airport which isn’t bad considering others were quoting $100+
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop for our last night before we flew home the next morning! Super clean, the shared kitchen was really nice to have access to. The room was nice and simple, but cozy, decorated tastefully and the view from our window was beautiful looking right at the lupines.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean unit. Nice kitchen facility. Quiet. Very convenient to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for one night before an early flight the next day. Check in was easy, the room was clean and spacious after spending 2 weeks in a tent. The kitchen facilities were excellent with hob, microwave, kettle, dishwasher and pots and pans etc. Everything you needed to cook a meal. There was lots of leftover food and gas canisters in the cupboards for you to use and food in the fridge. There was a ridiculous amount of jars of coffee that had been started but not used up! Great place to end your holiday (and if you started it here you would save a fortune on gas and food if you are planning to camp!)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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