Title: Visit Egilsstaðir: Best of Egilsstaðir Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Egilsstaðir](https://expedia.ca/Egilsstair-Hotels.d1110.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Egilsstaðir](https://expedia.ca/Egilsstair-Vacation-Rentals.d1110.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Egilsstaðir](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Egilsstair.d1110.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Egilsstaðir](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Egilsstair.d1110.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Egilsstaðir Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Egilsstair.d1110.Car-Rental-Guide)[Egilsstaðir Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Egilsstair.d1110.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Egilsstaðir ## Travel Guide ![Dettifoss waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. It was about a half mile walk back to the waterfall and when we were there everything was covered with a pretty thick layer of snow. As we were waking up to the waterfall we saw this complete rainbow stretching across the whole waterfall. A few minutes later, we watched it slowly fade away. Luckily we were able to snap a few pictures before it was gone ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1110/9e5abefd-fb43-41f2-8058-b52fe1854e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dettifoss waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. It was about a half mile walk back to the waterfall and when we were there everything was covered with a pretty thick layer of snow. As we were waking up to the waterfall we saw this complete rainbow stretching across the whole waterfall. A few minutes later, we watched it slowly fade away. Luckily we were able to snap a few pictures before it was gone ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1110/9e5abefd-fb43-41f2-8058-b52fe1854e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We took a drive around the river close to Egilsstadir and stumbled upon this beautiful view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1110/e351e2bb-5579-42a1-bd99-38e1ad49efb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hengifoss is the third highest waterfall in Iceland and one of east Iceland's most stunning sights. The hike up takes roughly an hour not far off the ring road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102226/279360c2-12ab-4ef9-b6fc-b68189105ea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Steam vents in the Myvatn area. As soon as we got out of the car, the smell of sulfer was overwhelming. There were steam vents and mud pits and pits of boiling, almost black water all over this area. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1110/a70f3e88-5d7e-4fde-80f7-7411ff8ff622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Egilsstaðir Things to do Reviews - Egilsstaðir Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Egilsstaðir ![Hérað - Berjaya Iceland Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1410000/1404800/1404761/2aa4b686_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hérað - Berjaya Iceland Hotels Midvangur 5-7 Egilsstaðir CA $183 CA $213 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (842 reviews) Overall nice. The water has a strong sulfur (rotten eggs) smell, but I'm guessing that's just the area. Nice size room Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1404761&PinnedHotelID=1404761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1110) ![Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse Egilsstaðir](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19650000/19643300/19643286/065f416a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse Egilsstaðir Eyjólfsstaðir Egilsstaðir Stay at this guesthouse in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews) Cozy guesthouse. Friendly staff. Clean room. Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=19643286&PinnedHotelID=19643286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1110) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=19643286&PinnedHotelID=19643286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1110) ![Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19670000/19667300/19667222/1d9e8032_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Hotel Gistihusid Egilsstadir Egilsstaðir 1-2 Egilsstaðir CA $282 CA $325 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews) We had the most charming stay a the Lake Hotel Gistihusid in Eglisstadir. The room triple room felt like a full on apartment- it was spacious, modern, and cozy. We enjoyed access to the onsite Spa. The staff was responsive and friendly to all of our requests. Breakfast was a highlight- many options, ... Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=19667222&PinnedHotelID=19667222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1110) [See all 75 properties in Egilsstaðir](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=1110) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Hotel Studlagil Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121850000/121842800/121842757/e700d835_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Studlagil Canyon Stuðlagil Cyn Egilsstaðir Múlaþing Stay at this apartment in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attraction Rjúkandi Waterfall is located nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Studlagil-Canyon.h121842757.Hotel-Information) ![Lagarfell Studios](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34860000/34853900/34853857/f0ce0e62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lagarfell Studios Lagarfell 3 Egilsstaðir FELLABAER Stay at this apartment in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Vök Baths and Lagarfljót are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews) One of our favorite places to stay during our 10day trip on the ring road. Kitchenette well stocked, comfy beds, able to do laundry. Highly recommend. Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Egilsstadir-Hotels-Lagarfell-Studios.h34853857.Hotel-Information) ![Kaldá Lyngholt Holiday Homes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19570000/19564500/19564448/27b92829_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kaldá Lyngholt Holiday Homes Kaldá 1 Egilsstaðir Stay at this cottage in Egilsstaðir. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lagarfljot and East Iceland Heritage Museum are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews) This was our favourite stay while in Iceland. The cabins were well stocked and quiet, the right distance from town to feel removed. We were able to cook basic meals and we loved having access to a hot tub and sauna. Wouldn’t change a thing. It was lovely! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Egilsstaðir hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1110&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1110&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1110&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1110&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1110&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1110&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Hengifoss is the third highest waterfall in Iceland and one of east Iceland's most stunning sights. The hike up takes roughly an hour not far off the ring road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102226/279360c2-12ab-4ef9-b6fc-b68189105ea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hengifoss Explore the great outdoors at Hengifoss, a lovely green space in Hallormsstadur. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hengifoss-Egilsstadir.d6102226.Vacation-Attraction) #### Studlagil Canyon Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Studlagil Canyon during your travels in Egilsstaðir. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Studlagil-Canyon-Eastern-Region.d641397134260633600.Vacation-Attraction) #### Vök Baths You can take time to visit Vök Baths during your travels to Egilsstaðir. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's northern light views. [](https://expedia.ca/Vok-Baths-Egilsstadir.d621437646926675968.Vacation-Attraction) #### Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Hallormsstadur. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Snaefellsstofa-Visitor-Center-Egilsstadir.d553248626388095661.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fardaga Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fardaga Waterfall during your travels in Egilsstaðir. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Fardaga-Waterfall-Egilsstadir.d553248630201285102.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lagarfljot Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagarfljot during your travels in Vallanes. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lagarfljot-Egilsstadir.d6102220.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Vök Baths geothermal floating pools](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/712330/10dd36b3-fd23-41cf-84f4-73192e579bee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vök Baths Admission Ticket CA $82 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/vok-baths-admission-ticket.a712330.activity-details) ![Waterfalls off of a cliff into a bay in Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/443072/69fc23e2-1479-43cc-ae5e-0d731bf6508c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 6-Day Small-Group Around Iceland Grand Tour CA $3,310 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/6-day-small-group-around-iceland-grand-tour.a443072.activity-details) ![Studlagil Canyon Private Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49581242/8f872c5f-6d16-49dd-afc4-663682d7a93b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Studlagil Canyon Private Tour CA $3,180 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/studlagil-canyon-private-tour.a49581242.activity-details) [See all activities in Egilsstaðir](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Egilsstair.d1110.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Egilsstaðir 4.3 Top destination 5 - Excellent 4 4 - Good 4 3 - Okay 1 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 3/5 - Okay Verified traveller Spent our time exploring areas around the town rather than tbe town itself. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Take the time to visit Seydisfjordur, half an hour away. 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