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Hótel Laxá

3.0 star property
Hotel in Myvatn with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Interior
Property entrance
Lounge
Lounge
Property entrance

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Vid Olnbogaas, Myvatn, 660
  • Place, Lake Myvatn
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Myvatn Nature Baths
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Godafoss
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Akureyri (AEY)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Lake View

Standard Double or Twin Room, Lake View | View from room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Myvatn

At Hótel Laxá you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Lake Myvatn and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Pseudo Craters. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Myvatn hotel include Grotagja Cave and Dimmuborgir.

What's nearby

  • Lake Myvatn - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Myvatn Nature Baths - 20 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Hverarondor Hverir - 26 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Godafoss - 32 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Forest Lagoon - 49 min drive - 79.5 km

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffi Borgir - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kaffi Sel And Mývatn Öl Microbrewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪eldey restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hótel Laxá

Hotel in Myvatn with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Hótel Laxá. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Myvatn hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hótel Laxá offers 80 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 80-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hótel Laxá

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 61.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 61.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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 Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property uses geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hótel Laxá
Hótel Laxá Hotel Myvatn
Hótel Laxá Myvatn
Hótel Laxá Hotel
Hótel Laxá Hotel
Hótel Laxá Myvatn
Hótel Laxá Hotel Myvatn

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hótel Laxá?

Hótel Laxá offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hótel Laxá?

Yep, Hótel Laxá has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is Hótel Laxá family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hótel Laxá is a hit with families.

Does Hótel Laxá serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is offered daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hótel Laxá?

No, Hótel Laxá does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hótel Laxá?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Hótel Laxá?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hótel Laxá?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hótel Laxá Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 779 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 779 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 779 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 779 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 779 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a ways from any dining or grocery options (groceries at the gas station), about 26 minutes. Not far from hiking (crater Hverfjall) and the lava fields (Dimmuborgir), about 45 minutes to Hverir and Krafla (Viti crater). Great scenic views from the hotel lounge. Dinner not served till 6pm, and no other options on site till then. Breakfast was included and had all the necessities. This is a hotel heavily frequented by tour and bus groups, so expect busy times at the restaurant. We found the food would have been much improved if it didn’t have so much rich sauce (arctic char), and so much cheese (lobster pasta). Rooms are comfortable and clean, it would be nice to have had a small fridge (but this doesn’t seem to be a thing in this country). Passing the laundry room en route to the rooms, afforded the sulfuric smells redolent of the thermal plants up the hill. Overall a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Beverly Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent location when visiting Myvatn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was clean but seemed barebones. Not a lot of “extras”, I,e., shampoo, conditioners, etc. Staff was polite and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivana

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

8/10 Good

MY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very picturesque view and quiet location. Good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights here because there is so much to see in the Myvatn area. Laxa was helpful in questions on all the hiking I was doing there. The breakfasts and dinners were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel in an amazing area. Great restaurant and breakfast. Super peaceful rooms. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stopover location

Amazing view and comfortable quiet room. Peffect place to stop our ring round tour for two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nik, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Modern, impressive building - looks like a James Bond villains lair. The staff are friendly and welcoming. Excellent breakfast with lots of different options. The beds were very comfortable and the bedding was good quality. No milk was provided in the room for teas and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weicheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great aurora call service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beveridge, Crediton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Lovely building. Great food. Amazing location and views. Hotel night-time lightening hindered night sky view a little bit - small gripe. We had a nice stay here. This place will get popular.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesia Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel-staff were friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast here-both very good. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Chicago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic. The views from the property were stunning, and that's not even considering the northern lights, which we were lucky enough to see as well. The property is well-maintained, comfortable, aesthetically pleasing. Wish we were still there :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location overlooking the lake. Very clean and tidy. Staff were very attentive and polite. The evening meal menu was a little limited but of good quality and the breakfast was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashkan Beyzaei

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ok

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, the area around the hotel is beautiful, they have a nice restaurant and a lot of areas to hang out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, BYFORD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely hotel, staff were amazing, room was amazing. Very happy all round with this hotel, would definitely recommend to stay here. They even have a wake up call for the aurora, which we were very lucky enough to see the lights.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, fabulous location. Staff very friendly & helpful. Did not offer lunch, but recommended excellent local places.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024