Fosshotel Mývatn
Fosshotel Mývatn is an idyllic, peaceful hotel offering 92 rooms in the stunning surroundings of Lake Mývatn, Iceland’s fourth largest body of water.
Fosshotel Mývatn is a great location for those looking to explore North Iceland. Local attractions include Mývatn Nature Baths, the Námafjall geothermal area and the unusual lava fields of Dimmuborgir. Fosshotel Mývatn is less than 100km from Akureyri Airport.
In the local town of Reykjahlíð, you will find a mini supermarket, bank, health centre and swimming pool. Cafes and restaurants are located around Lake Mývatn.
Lake Mývatn is one of the main sights included in the Diamond Circle, a sightseeing route which also features the Dettifoss waterfall, Ásbyrgi Canyon and Húsavík. Fosshotel Mývatn is an ideal base for families, friends and couples who want to visit these sights.
The hotel is designed by award-winning architectures and features almost exclusively low-environmental impact materials. The building is a low-rise, clad with larch wood and grass roof which makes it in perfect
harmony with the surrounding nature. Discover serenity in the heart of our hotel with our cozy sauna.
Accommodation
Fosshotel Mývatn offers multiple room types with exceptional views of Lake Mývatn and the surrounding scenery.
Make yourself at home in our wood theme designed rooms, bringing you even closer to nature. All rooms are well equipped with everything you’ll need including a satellite TV, a small refrigerator, free WiFi and a private bathroom with a shower or a tub.
Restaurant
The perfect place to unwind and refuel after a day of exploring in North Iceland.
Fosshotel Mývatn presents a stylish and contemporary restaurant with a beautiful view over lake Mývatn. The menu offers Nordic cuisine at its finest with top quality local ingredients from farmers and fishermen in North Iceland.
Interesting places and scenery near Fosshotel Mývatn, North Iceland
Lake Mývatn and Mývatn Nature Baths
Dettifoss - Europe’s largest waterfall
Dimmuborgir lava field
FAQ
Standard check in time is 3pm local hotel time and check-out time is 12pm local hotel time.
You can contact the hotel and request an early check in and/or late check-out for additional charge. This is based on availability and possible to request via the welcome email guests receive shortly before arrival.
If you arrive earlier, the reception will gladly store your baggage in the baggage area until your room is ready.
Guests can enjoy free parking.
Yes, dogs are allowed at the hotel. To request a dog friendly room when booking, it is important that you inform us in the comment box. To guarantee the room, you'll have to contact the hotel.
More about our furry friends. See our pet policy.
Bookings made on the website can be changed or cancelled via link in the booking confirmation email.
Yes there is a charging station in front of the hotel.
Breakfast is served from am 7-10am. *from 1.november-18th of December breakfast will be served from 8-10am.
The hotel is open all year except for 21.Nov – 19.Jan.
To request housekeeping services, please inform the front desk upon check-in or before 10 AM prior to the desired service. You are also welcome to request fresh towels, linens, or any additional amenities as required.
At Íslandshotel, we uphold a strong commitment to sustainability and ensuring the privacy of our guests. As part of that commitment, our housekeeping team enters your room exclusively upon your request,
providing cleaning services and changing towels. By implementing this practice, we significantly reduce water and chemical consumption. However, if you prefer daily cleaning or require any restock of amenities,we are delighted to accommodate your preferences.To request housekeeping services, please inform the front desk upon check-in or before 10 AM prior to the desired service. You are also welcome to request fresh towels, linens, or any additional amenities as required.
By adopting these measures, we aim to offer you a more personalized and comfortable stay, while contributing to a more sustainable future.
If you have any concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly staff.
Learn more about our sustainable practices and our Green Key Certificate here.
The Government of Iceland approved 15. December 2023 that a lodging tax would take effect 1. January 2024. This tax was abolished for the period 1. April 2020 to 31. December 2023 due to the corona virus pandemic.
In short:
The lodging tax takes effect 1. January 2024.
The lodging tax will be ISK 600 plus 11% VAT.
The lodging tax is per room, per night.
The lodging tax is charged on arrival.