Family Stays in Egilsstaðir: Cabins, Farms and Lake Views

Kaldá Lyngholt offers holiday homes with wooden interiors, private bathrooms, kitchenettes with complimentary coffee and tea, and private terraces with barbecue facilities. Guests can use a sauna, a hot tub and yoga mats, all beside a river with a waterfall. The setting suits hiking and bird watching. A 9.5 rating across 85 reviews is strong. I would choose it for a family or couple who want a quiet riverside stay near Egilsstaðir.

I recommend Hengifosslodge Skáldahús to couples and small families who want an elegant apartment near Egilsstaðir. Each apartment has a well-equipped kitchenette, a private bathroom and a dining area, and the property adds a private beach area, a sun terrace and a garden, with lake, garden and mountain views. Hengifoss waterfall is 6 km away. Guests rate it 9.4 across more than 370 reviews, a top score.

This Greystone Summerhouse in Egilsstaðir is a family apartment with a terrace, a kitchenette and a patio, plus free WiFi. Garden and mountain views come with the terrace, and a barbecue and an outdoor dining area suit summer evenings. The listing places it near Egilsstaðir Airport and local waterfalls. Guests rate it 9.2 across 369 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a well-reviewed, self-catered base for a family exploring the east.

I recommend the Finnsstaðir Holiday Home to families and groups who want a whole house near Egilsstaðir. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a hot tub, an open-air bath, a sun terrace and a garden, with free WiFi and private parking. Play areas keep children busy, and ski equipment hire is available. Guests rate it 9.1 across more than 230 reviews, a very high score for a roomy house built around outdoor time.

Ormurinn Cottages are self-catering cabins in Egilsstaðir with panoramic views of Lake Lagarfljót. Each has a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV and a terrace, with barbecue facilities available during summer. WiFi and private parking are free, and Egilsstaðir village is a short drive away. Guests rate them 9 across 896 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a well-reviewed lakeside base for a couple or small family who like to cook and drive.

Lakeside Apartments A is a one-bedroom apartment with a living room in Egilsstaðir, enough for a couple or a small family with one or two young children. The fully equipped kitchen and washing machine make a few nights easy, the private entrance simplifies arrivals, and the garden gives children room outside. It is close to Egilsstaðir Airport and several waterfalls, handy for exploring east Iceland. Families wanting separate bedrooms for the children will need more space.

Húsey Hostel & Horsefarm is 55 km from Egilsstaðir and sets itself up as an outdoor stay, with hiking and horse riding in and around Húsey. Family rooms are available, though bathrooms are shared, so it suits families who are comfortable with hostel-style facilities. There is a picnic area and free private parking. It is a remote farm base, not a place to stay for restaurants and shops. Guests rate it 9.0 across 446 reviews.

Gistihúsið sits in a renovated farmhouse beside Lake Lagarfljót, and the lakeside setting is the draw. Rooms are bright and modern with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, free WiFi and tea and coffee facilities. The in-house restaurant, a communal lounge and a spa mean a family does not have to drive out every evening. Guests rate it 8.9 across 1,056 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a calm, rural base near Egilsstaðir.

Ormurinn Guesthouse in Egilsstaðir has family rooms, each with a private bathroom and parquet floors. Views take in the garden, the lake or the mountains depending on the room. A shared lounge and a kitchen sit alongside a garden, free WiFi and free private parking, a combination that suits families watching their budget. Guests rate it 8.9 across 636 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a sound, sociable base for a family in east Iceland.

The Deluxe Family Apartment in Egilsstaðir lives up to its name for a family of five or six: three bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen and a washing machine, plus a private terrace for fresh air. Being in town means shops are close, and Egilsstaðir Airport is near if you fly in from Reykjavík. I would use it as a base for east Iceland, with waterfalls and the Lagarfljót lake area within driving distance.

Eyjólfsstadir Guesthouse offers simple, modern rooms in a peaceful natural setting, a 10-minute drive from Egilsstaðir. Bathrooms are shared, and a communal lounge comes with complimentary hot drinks. Walking paths start from the property, a geothermal pool is nearby and horse riding is possible in the area. Guests rate it 8.7 across 1,389 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a quiet countryside base for families and couples who have a car and want calm over services.

Setberg is a self-contained apartment in Egilsstaðir that gives families more room than a hotel bedroom. It has a private bathroom, a well-equipped kitchenette and parquet floors, plus a terrace, a patio and a balcony with lake views. Free Wi-Fi is included. Hengifoss and Gufufoss are within easy reach, which makes day trips simple, and an 8.7 rating from 471 reviews is encouraging.

Tehúsið Hostel & Guesthouse in Egilsstaðir has family rooms, some on the ground floor, with shared bathrooms and private entrances. Guests can use a restaurant, a bar, a terrace, a shared kitchen and a coffee shop. Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free breakfast options are available, and WiFi is free. Guests rate it 8.4 across 1,031 reviews, a good and well-tested score.

Hótel Eyvindará is a family-run hotel in the countryside near Egilsstaðir, with rooms and cottages that have private bathrooms and private terraces. Garden views and free WiFi in the lobby come with the stay. A geothermal pool is nearby and a skiing area is a short drive away. Guests rate it 8.2 across 760 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a calm, family-run base for travellers with a car who like the countryside to the town.

I recommend Ábót - Riverside Cottage to families and couples who want a whole two-bedroom holiday home near Egilsstaðir. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace with outdoor seating, barbecue facilities and free WiFi, and pets are welcome. Hengifoss and Gufufoss are within reach for day trips. Guests rate it 8.0 across more than 250 reviews, a good score for a roomy, self-catering stay that gives a group its own space.

Lakeside Apartments in Egilsstaðir is a comfortable one-bedroom apartment with a living room, a fully equipped kitchen and a washing machine. The garden and terrace look over the lake, the mountains and the garden. Free WiFi, an outdoor play area and free private parking are included. Guests rate it 7.9 across 61 reviews, a solid score rather than a standout one.

This recently renovated apartment in Egilsstaðir has one bedroom, a living room and a balcony with garden views. The kitchen is fully equipped, and air conditioning, a washing machine and free WiFi are included, with free private parking listed in its highlights. The listing puts it near Egilsstaðir Airport and suggests it for families exploring the region's waterfalls. Guests rate it 7.8 from 6 reviews. Our editorial verdict: a practical, modest base, not a showpiece.