Description: Location. The Hotel Reynihlid is a modern hotel situated by Lake Myvatn in a nature preserve in northern Iceland, 480 kilometres north of the city of Reykjavik and five kilometres from volcanic mud spring and lava fields. Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport is 530 kilometres away, an approximate driving time of seven hours.
Hotel Features.Complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby, free Internet connections are offered, and guests can relax in the bar and coffee shop. The concierge can help to plan sightseeing itineraries and book tours, and further practical amenities include safe-deposit boxes, dry cleaning services, bicycle rentals and laundry facilities. Those arriving by car can use free onsite car parking.
At the Restaurant Myllan traditional Icelandic country cuisine including the national speciality Icelandic Lamb Meat Soup is served. The hotel also offers Café Old Farm where light meals, kjötsúpa, an Icelandic meat soup, and home-baked bread and cakes are served.
There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor pursuits in the area, including hiking, biking and whale-watching excursions. The lake is one of the best fishing lakes in Iceland, and the bird life is world famous.
Guestrooms. Hotel Reynihlid offers 41 guestrooms, located on two floors, which have bright, modern decor with contemporary furnishings and either wooden floors or carpets. All include satellite television, direct-dial phones, hair dryers, radios, complimentary Internet connections and tea and coffee making facilities.
Expert Tip.The Myvatn nature baths, set in the centre of the area, offer visitors a unique and relaxing experience. The baths have health benefits and a stunning backdrop, and include a bathing lagoon of geothermal water and natural steam baths. During the summer months the sun never sets, and in winter there are frequent opportunities to enjoy the magnificent Northern Lights.
Overview: Smoke-free property
Tour assistance
24-hour front desk
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Rooms: Deluxe Twin/Double Room-One queen or two twin beds. Bright, modern decor with contemporary furnishings. Lake or mountain views. Wooden floors or carpets. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary Internet connection, radio and tea and coffee making facilities.
Deluxe Single Room-One twin bed. Bright, modern decor with contemporary furnishings. Lake or mountain views. Wooden floors or carpets. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary Internet connection, radio and tea and coffee making facilities.
Deluxe Suite-One double bed. Bright, modern decor with contemporary furnishings. Lake or mountain views. Wooden floors or carpets. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary high-speed Internet connection, radio and tea and coffee making facilities.
Transportation: Getting there. From Reykjavik Airport take a connecting flight to Akureyri Airport which is 100 kilometres from the hotel. In the summer there are scheduled daily bus services to Akureyri. Bicycles can be used to explore the local area. A hire car is necessary for trips further afield.
Attractions: - Lake Myvatn - 100 metres
- Myvatn Visitor Centre - 500 metres
- Namafjall (volcanic mud springs) - 5 kilometres (3 miles)
- Dimmu Borgir (lava sculptures) - 5 kilometres (3 miles)
- Hofi (lava pillars) - 7 kilometres (4.5 miles)
- Leirhnjukur Volcano - 15 kilometres (9.5 miles)
- Krafla (geothermal power station) - 15 kilometres (9.5 miles)
Facilities: Comp newspapers in lobby, Banquet facilities, Coffee shop or cafe, Parking (Complimentary), Gift shop or newsstand, Concierge desk, Internet public area - comp, Dry cleaning service, Barbecue grill(s), Laundry facilities, Restaurant(s), Meeting room (small groups), Bar/lounge, Express check-out, Express check-in, Airport transportation (fees apply), Safe-deposit box
Room Facilities: Direct-dial phone, Iron/ironing board (on request, Internet access - complimentar, Television, Clock radio, Hair dryer, Private bathroom, Extra towels/bedding, Housekeeping, Coffee/tea maker, Wake-up calls, Wheelchair accessible, Cable/satellite TV
Category: Hotel
Overview: Hotel Reynihlid is a beautiful hotel with lots of character. Hotel Reynihlid is the leading hotel in the Lake Myvatn region. The hotel has 41 comfortable rooms, and is located in the heart of the area. Hótel Reynihlid is rated 4 stars in the Icelandic Tourist board Classification system for hotels and guesthouses. Hotel Reynihlí has a restaurant where one can choose between daily offers as well as from an a la carte menu. We offer a banquet room and meeting and conference facilities. The Hotel's restaurant is fully licenced and offers proffessional service.
Facilities: 24 hour Front Desk, Fax/photo-copy, Currency exchange, Dry Cleaning, Free Parking, Garden, Laundry, Internet services, Luggage storage, Bar, Massage, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Non Smoking Rooms, Restaurant, Safe deposit box, Airport Shuttle
Facilities: Central Location