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Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Egilsstaðir country house

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Traditional Twin Room, Valley View, Mountainside | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Twin Room, Valley View, Mountainside

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

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Romantic Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Romantic Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

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

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Traditional Shared Dormitory, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Shared Dormitory, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Shared Dormitory, Mountain View

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

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Superior Double or Twin Room, River View, Slope side | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View, Slope side

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

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Superior Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside | Terrace/patio

Superior Quadruple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Egilsstaðir

In historical district.At this Egilsstaðir country house, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Skriduklauster and 12 miles (20 km) of Snaefellsstofa Visitor Center. Hengifoss and Lagarfljot are also in the region.
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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
  • Minjasafn Austurlands - 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

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Egilsstaðir country house
Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands offers its guests an outdoor pool and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Egilsstaðir country house.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2015
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands offers 13 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! 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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands to the airport?

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands is 35.5 mi (52-min drive) away from the Egilsstadir (EGS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands on Nov 30, 2025 start from $96.37, excluding 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.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have an airport shuttle?

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ISK 19000 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ISK 2200 for adults and ISK 1100 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

No, there is no casino at this country house.

What time is check-in at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands?

This country house offers free self parking.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have a pool?

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands features an outdoor pool.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands have a spa?

This country house doesn't have a spa, but it does offer spa services.

How close is Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands to downtown Egilsstaðir?

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands is 6 mi away from Hallormsstadur.

Reviews

Wilderness Center Óbyggðasetur Íslands Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 85 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were nice, but the property is a little dated. And the breakfast is well overpriced (around 20 EUR) for what they offered. I asked to have fried eggs, and the lady told me they don't have a kitchen to fry the eggs, so we ate bread and butter!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libor

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

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very special place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING. The staff were super accommodating and welcoming. I was technically late for supper, but they still provided me with THE BEST lamb dinner (sooo much food was provided, and every bite had my mouth watering). The property was beautiful, and the hot tub/sauna were perfect after a long day of traveling. Met some wonderful people who quickly became friends. Would 100% recommend to anyone passing by this area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Kitchen and shower nice, but no toilet in the pod is not convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wojciech

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place. A bit on the older side. Breakfast and food, not to my liking. Setup as a shared communal event, which some may like some not. You share a table with random people. Food was average.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best ever farm stay and experience. Outstanding staff, food and chef that are well worth the cost. Unexpectedly good dormitory sleeping. Great hot showers are everywhere. Many activities that are well guided and some that are totally sublime that you can do on your own which cost nothing extra. Great Canyonside exploring and waterfalls to chase. Personal transportation to and from the Egilsstadirr airport was a great experience in itself. Will return because the place is magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abhijeet

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

4/10 Poor

JIN BEUM

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ask for laundry but no answer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s remote location… my only complaint is I did not know how remote the property was. That’s fine. It’s a great place. They should’ve been able to ask me if I wanted dinner part of my arrival so I had to drive 30 minutes into town to get dinner. They said they tried to call me, but they did not leave a message or send me a text. That’s my only complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazanin, Lexington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than great! Wonderful staff; awesome Icelandic traditions exhibition in dormitory. Great great food by chef Jakob and his crew. Tranquil environment, sheep farm next door. Beautiful and comfortable sauna cottage included. 100% recommend! Thank you for making our trip so much better! Nazanin and fam :))
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming host greeted us, showed us around, then prepped dinner while she enjoyed the hot tub and sauna. The dinners she prepared were nothing short of outstanding. Think pinnacle home cooking. Breakfast was decent but not special. Gorgeous setting. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vibha

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room that was assigned to us was nothing like shown in the pictures. It was way too small with no place to keep or hang things and no place to move. The girl kept saying it is antique which we appreciate but it was not confortable or convinient. When we reached here it was very windy and raining and my spirits were dampend looking at the room as there was no place to put our bags down or to hang our waterproof jackets and pants. We could hear the couple in the neighboring room as well as all the guests in the dining area downstairs. Lot of noise from cleaning the kitchen late night after all the guests had dinner. There was only one bathroom for four rooms and the food served at dinner was not worth the price we were charge. We stayed at six different places and all were great except for this one. We had a very bad experience here. It is hyped and not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only constructive feedback was that the hot pool was lukewarm and the room was a bit small for a family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a hostel, and found it to be a quaint and lovely experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the quietest and relaxing places I have been to. All the dairy products is also very fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is really great in a beautiful wilderness valley. Dinner and company were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ashleigh

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

Lovely staff and a comfy stay

I booked The Wilderness Center as a surprise for my husbands birthday because we had seen it on an episode of Ben Fogle & we loved the idea of riding an Icelandic horse & soaking in the hot springs on site. However, on arrival we were informed our riding had been cancelled as the horses weren’t able to be shoed in time which was very disappointing. Despite this, the staff went out of their way to make our stay special by organising a horse ride with another company & when we found the hot springs weren’t working (upon our return) they made us coffee and provided us with bread and homemade cookies for supper. It meant we had a wonderful day & our stay was very comfortable! It really makes all the difference when staff are so accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a beautiful location with family history. The host was so friendly we thought we were staying over at cousins house. Very special
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

katherine

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

Fun unique experience

The Wilderness Center is a great place to get off the beaten path, eat a home cooked meal and learn about the history. There's a variety of stay options. The bathrooms were clean. The food was great. Couldn't ask for anything more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its a 56 Kilimeter drive from the town some on gravel road. Old rooms (tiny) in an old house. Little to ni privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021