Hotel Gígur by Keahotels

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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Photo gallery for Hotel Gígur by Keahotels

Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reception
Balcony
Cafe

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Skútustöðum, Myvatn, 660
  • Pseudo Craters
    5 min walk
  • Lake Myvatn
    9 min walk
  • Dimmuborgir
    12 min drive
  • Akureyri (AEY)
    59 min drive

Room options

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Myvatn

At Hotel Gígur by Keahotels you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Pseudo Craters and Lake Myvatn. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Myvatn hotel include Dimmuborgir and Grotagja Cave.

What's nearby

  • Pseudo Craters - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Myvatn - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dimmuborgir - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hverfjall Crater - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Myvatn Nature Baths - 18 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffi Borgir - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vogafjós Cowshed Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Daddi's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪eldey restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel Gígur by Keahotels

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Gígur by Keahotels. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Myvatn hotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Gígur by Keahotels offers 37 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Gígur
Gígur Myvatn
Hotel Gígur Myvatn
Hotel Gígur by Keahotels Hotel
Hotel Gígur by Keahotels Myvatn
Hotel Gígur by Keahotels Hotel Myvatn

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Gígur by Keahotels?

Hotel Gígur by Keahotels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Gígur by Keahotels?

Yep, Hotel Gígur by Keahotels has a free self car park.

Does Hotel Gígur by Keahotels have a pool?

Hotel Gígur by Keahotels has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Gígur by Keahotels family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that Hotel Gígur by Keahotels is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Gígur by Keahotels serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Gígur by Keahotels?

No, Hotel Gígur by Keahotels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Gígur by Keahotels?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Gígur by Keahotels?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Gígur by Keahotels?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Gígur by Keahotels Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 143 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Denise, PA

Disliked: Staff & service
We were not able to stay at the Hotel Gigur, since Americans are not allowed to travel to Iceland and our airline cancelled our trip. I know they have a no-refund policy, but I would have thought there might be some forgiveness given the situation with the pandemic. Despite several tries, I was unsuccessful in getting a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Meg, Sioux City

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to cancel my trip to Iceland, due to the coronavirus. I had ten different accommodations lined up, and was able to receive a full refund from 7 of them and a voucher from 2 of them. Hotel Gígur was impossible to get ahold of! I tried emailing them twice and Expedia called them over 6 times on my behalf and were never able to receive an answer. It was only after the date of my scheduled stay, that I received word from them. They refused to give me a refund, even with the current conditions. I look forward to rescheduling my trip to Iceland for next summer, but will not work with this hotel moving forward. Their lack of communication during this time, even with ample time to respond, was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Very small room .... We stayed there for 3 nights and only clean our room once even we request them to do so. Only positive side the staffs were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1 night visit
Clean and tidy.Good food. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We liked the location but the food in the restaurant was poor. I had to send my lasagne back as it was cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

WEIQIAO

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing is right (apart from the location)
Outdated, small rooms, small beds, tiny bathrooms, smelly water from the tap/shower, no tv in the room, expensive for what it is. Luckily it's one of the only hotels in the area, it's all about location location location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is on Lake Mytavn and the pseudo craters. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only negative is that the room was very small. Beds were comfortable. Good selections at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big breakfast.
Enjoyed our stay. Beds were comfy and staff was pleasant and accommodating. We had a twin room with private bath that was small. The hotel is located in front of the pseudo craters which was worth visiting. We ate dinner in the restaurant. The view was very nice. I had the trout with mixed vegetables. The serving of trout was amply, however the serving of vegetables was skimpy. There is a variety of options on the menu. The breakfast bar was large and had a lot of options. Something for everyone. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, good food, nice breakfast, room was small
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Hotel was convenient, food good, and room comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

G

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean rooms, well serviced, friendly and helpful staff. Only negative was that our room was on the 2nd floor and to get to it you had to go to the 3rd floor then back down to the 2nd floor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Room small, everything's OK. Location OK. Near the lake, they gave us the first floor, so can not see the. View.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is great, although the room is a little small and away from town. Staffs are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just by the lake, amazing scenery. Both room and bathroom were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
OK
We chose this hotel as it looked quite nice. I think the reality is that the pictures are artfully crafted. It feels a bit run-down in reality as you enter. The breakfast area is indeed nice. The rooms are quite small and have no extras (such as water for tea, microwave or fridge). We were hesitant to stay in a guesthouse and so chose this to have our own bathroom, but felt a bit disappointed by it at the end. It was meant to be one of our "nice" hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Janice

Rooms small, overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

deany

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most unsatisfied with the price charged
The rooms were absolutely minute ,we had no room to even place 2 suitcases Bathroom was smaller than a ship cabin For the price we paid,it was not of good value Breakfast was very poor,compared to others we had travelling in Iceland
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

lan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Beautiful views. Extremely small rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent hotel by lake
Small room, small bathroom, lots of flies by the window. Good breakfast with a nice view. Good location, next to some short hikes by the pseudocraters and lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
we thought we would have view of lake but all we got was view of dirty hotel car and the large kitchen garbage bin. first night we decided to eat in hotel dining room. only one group were sitting in this large beautiful set dining area but we were shown to the wooden unset breakfast table area for our dinner, so very disappointed. staff member at reception was helpful when we requested extra pillows and a fan the first night as room was very hot and could not open the windows because of insects.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is in a great location alongside the lakes. Our room was clean and the bed comfortable. Not enough curtain to block out the window to sleep. The Sulphur smell in the hot water was overpowering. We just couldn’t shower in it. The cold water had no smell. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019