Hotel Kriunes
Kriunesi Vatnsenda
View on map and nearby hotels
Why people book this hotel
“The surroundings are beautiful, staff was friendly”
“Friendly, helpful staff who all spoke good English”
“The location is fantastic, the room is very clean and the breakfast is perfect”
“Location”
“Lovely quiet hotel”
“Absolutely stunning views over the lake from our room and from the hotel lounge …”
“Breakfast spread was good and comes with another stunning view”
“Breakfast is really good too”
“Everything was exceptional, staff, cleanliness, location, comfort”
“The hotel is very clean and has a lovely hot jacuzzi”
“Free parking on site”
“There’s plenty of free parking available”
Overview
Overlooking Lake Ellidavatn, this hotel offers free parking, free Wi-Fi access and an in-house restaurant. All rooms have private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Central Reykjavik is 13 km away. A work desk and wardrobe are featured in all rooms at Hotel Kriunes. Most rooms include a seating area. Some feature tea/coffee facilities and lake views. Relaxation options include a sauna and hot tub. Guests can unwind on the furnished terrace or in the fireplace lounge. Boat, kayak and bicycle rentals are available on site. Breakfast is served each morning at Hotel Kriunes. The in-house restaurant offers home-made dishes based in local produce. Heidmörk Natural Park is just across the lake from the hotel. Kopavogur/Gardabaer Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away.
Traveller reviews
Eva
couple
June 11, 2026
“Great staff and view”
The surroundings are beautiful, staff was friendly. The view was WOW!
David
couple
June 5, 2026
“Lovely hotel in quiet location. Friendly, helpful staff”
Lovely quiet hotel. Friendly, helpful staff who all spoke good English.
Mandy
couple
June 4, 2026
“Pleasant”
Loved the view of the lake and sounds of the birds
Davis
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
The location is fantastic, the room is very clean and the breakfast is perfect.
Stephen
couple
May 21, 2026
“Highly Recommended”
Very upmarket with friendly accommodating staff. Absolutely stunning views over the lake from our room and from the hotel lounge and dining room.
Gerald
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
“Personal property removed from room by housekeeping”
Location. Close to rejkjavik centre, lovely views
Fareena
couple
April 20, 2026
This was a hotel I took a chance on and booked after I landed in Iceland. We lucked out. It’s such a peaceful, relaxing place, by a beautiful lake, and one would never know you were 20 mins outside Reykjavik. The staff are a credit to the management. Super friendly, helpful and accommodating and the young chef also catered to my dietary requirements without fuss. This really was a great family run place to finish off our road trip before we flew back home. If I were to return to Iceland, I would definitely stay here again!
karolina
solo_traveller
April 16, 2026
“Mr. Fantastic”
Great service,you can really see that the owner of the facility put his whole heart into this place, we highly recommend it:):):) Radoslaw...
Georgios
family_with_children
April 13, 2026
“A beautiful gem by the lake”
Everything was exceptional, staff, cleanliness, location, comfort
Mervyn
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
“Highly recommended comfy resort”
We booked the family or triple room last minute as we had to cancel the trip to Husavik. This location is just at the perimeters of Reykjavik which means less hordes of tourists. You get a nice resort vibes and splendid views and they even throw in a nice hot tub for use. Our guests were truly impressed by the immaculate hotel designs and furnishings. Room is spacious, bath room is superb. Breakfast spread was good and comes with another stunning view. Fast WIFI. Staff were friendly. Free parking on site
Elvie Marliana
extended_group
April 3, 2026
The ambience was lovely. The view was beautiful. The room was excellent and very comfortable. The staff was very informative and helpful. We could actually see the Northern Lights from our room, but the weather that day was snowy, so we missed them. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to Iceland.
Nikliborcová
couple
April 2, 2026
Very nice and calm place. Dinner was amazing and the staff was also really nice. We will definitely come back!
Mike
couple
April 2, 2026
“Great scenic retreat that is still conveniently close to Reykjavik centre.”
The standout feature of this hotel is the location, providing amazing views over lake with mountain backdrop. Quality of food at the restaurant was excellent.
Svet
couple
March 11, 2026
Feel like home
Oleksandra
couple
March 8, 2026
“Amazing ❤️”
Wonderful place! The staff is so warm and genuinely kind-hearted that you just want to come back again and again. The dinners are extremely delicious. Breakfast is really good too. The hotel is very clean and has a lovely hot jacuzzi. It’s a quiet and beautiful spot. There’s a lake right nearby — perfect for nice walks. Super convenient location: close enough to the city, yet you can still watch the Northern Lights. I will definitely return. Thank you so much for such a fantastic stay! ❤️
Amanda
couple
March 7, 2026
“Fabulous hotel, location, vibe, food and were treated like royalty...”
Room exceptional and hotel vibe was like being a member of the family! Had a lake and mountain view from our room and with the snow it was beautiful. The bed was very comfy and I don't usually sleep first night away, but we relaxed straight away. Bathrooms modern and non existent sulphur smell from hot water. Staff were amazing, so warm and friendly and couldn't do enough - although not on your tail, just around and there when needed. Breakfast was lovely - looked compact at first but you had everything you needed and all fresh and hot. Lots of areas to chill and after a full day out, we enjoyed drinks at the bar then moved to a lovely lounge area with a beautiful view and within seconds, all candles were lit to make us cosy. Highly recommend this hotel. We had a meal one night and the food was exceptional and we have travelled far and wide. We had a car and was aware that Reykjavik centre was around 20 minutes drive - perfect for us. We've been to Reykjavik a few times. Sky lagoon is 20 minute drive and the golden circle - Thingivellir Park is around 40 mins.. although took us closer to an hour due to scary but exciting snow storms!! We will definitely be back to this hotel at some point and think it could be equally as beautiful in the summer. We looked at reviews on booking and there were some comments about the decor... there was even a 1/5 which is a shocker... we all have different opinions but for the location, price and our experience - you just go with the quirky decor - it fits and was endearing. 10/10 for us and the couple we travelled with.
Stuart
family_with_children
February 24, 2026
Such good fun, staff couldn't have been more helpful and the food was great. They even turned up the Northern Lights for us!!!
Erik
couple
February 22, 2026
“Short, fine stay and fine hotel staff.”
Location at the lake, fine breakfast
Alan
family_with_children
February 20, 2026
A small, cosy hotel with fabulous rooms featuring large king-size beds and beautiful views. The sliding door opened onto a small outdoor area, where we were lucky enough to watch the northern lights. The room was well equipped with a kettle, tea and coffee, and a small fridge. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was good, with plenty of meats and cheeses on offer. While there wasn’t a huge selection of hot food, there was certainly enough to enjoy. The hot tub and sauna area were a lovely addition, though they could benefit from a little updating. There’s plenty of free parking available. It’s slightly off the beaten track, but truly a wonderful find.
Charles
couple
February 18, 2026
everything was tip top
Facilities
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Open-air bath, Walking tours, Happy hour, Live music/performance, Bingo, Sauna, Golf course (within 3 km), Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Safety deposit box, Indoor fireplace
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Laundry, Tour desk, Packed lunches, Luggage storage
Transport
Public transport tickets
Family Junior Suite
The spacious family room offers soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
Family Room
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious family room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Family Suite
The family room offers soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Superior Double Room
Offering more space, this lake-view, individually decorated room includes a flat-screen TV and desk.
Superior Triple Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Featuring a balcony with garden views, this triple room also offers soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 2 beds.
Triple Room
Overlooking Lake Ellidavatn, this suite features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, minibar and tea/coffee facilities. Some have a spa bath, while others have a fireplace.
Family Suite
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Boasting a terrace with lake views, this suite also offers soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.
Family Suite with Lake View
This spacious room features a seating area, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities.
Superior King Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Featuring a terrace with lake views, this suite also provides soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior Suite
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a terrace with lake views, this suite also features soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
Hotel Policies
Price Watch
Email me price updates for Hotel Hotel Kriunes
Each day we'll check prices and send you an email for your selected dates at Hotel Kriunes.
If you don't have specific dates but would like to check prices for say next weekend or say next month we can check the price too.




