Birta Guesthouse is located in Egilsstaðir. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fardaga Waterfall and Hengifoss, while East Iceland Heritage Museum and Minjasafn Austurlands are cultural highlights. Lagarfljót is another place to visit that comes recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including snowboarding and skiing.
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About this property
Birta Guesthouse
Guesthouse near East Iceland Heritage Museum
Located close to Lagarfljót and Minjasafn Austurlands, Birta Guesthouse provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Birta Guesthouse offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers and free toiletries
Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping
Languages
English, Icelandic
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM: EUR 15 per person
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails
Playground
Family friendly
Playground
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
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.
This property does not have elevators
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Iron/ironing board (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Birta Guesthouse Egilsstadir
Birta Egilsstadir
Birta Guesthouse Guesthouse
Birta Guesthouse Egilsstaðir
Birta Guesthouse Guesthouse Egilsstaðir
Frequently asked questions
Is Birta Guesthouse pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Birta Guesthouse?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Birta Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Birta Guesthouse?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Birta Guesthouse located?
Situated in Egilsstaðir, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of East Iceland Heritage Museum, Lagarfljót, and Minjasafn Austurlands. Fardaga Waterfall and Hengifoss are also within 25 mi (40 km).
Birta Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cozy house and clean. Could probably improve on soundproofing the rooms as we could hear snoring and murmuring from other rooms at night. Some guest tends to overuse the kitchen for heavy meals and we had to wait for our turn. However we do loved our stay and it has a very nice view from my room - I could see faint aurora. Would come back again!
This guesthouse was within walking distance of a pleasant diner, close to gas stations and easily accessible. The property is well maintained and spotless. The rooms have adequate space and there are common areas and kitchen privileges.
Biggest issue was soap dispensers in every shared water closets were empty. We stayed two nights and never addressed. Room very small with sloped ceilings where we bumped our heads numerous times reaching for items on nightstands. Rug in room curled up on corner which caused tripping.
Very clean. Comfortable bed but as I have wished all throughout Iceland it sure would be nice to have an extra pillow or two in the room. Next trip I am definitely bringing my own pillow!! Watch as you use their unique folding shower. If you take a normal bath the water piles up and doesn’t drain and the water will end up all over the bathroom floor! Found this out too late. Interesting concept in design but not intended for normal water use I don’t think. Over all a lovely place and we loved the town also. Would recommend a trip over the mountain to Seydisfjordur. It is wild.