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Hotel Kriunes

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Kriunesi Vatnsenda

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
13 mentions

The surroundings are beautiful, staff was friendly

Friendly, helpful staff who all spoke good English

Great location
8 mentions

The location is fantastic, the room is very clean and the breakfast is perfect

Location

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

Lovely quiet hotel

Absolutely stunning views over the lake from our room and from the hotel lounge …

Breakfast available
6 mentions

Breakfast spread was good and comes with another stunning view

Breakfast is really good too

Clean rooms
3 mentions

Everything was exceptional, staff, cleanliness, location, comfort

The hotel is very clean and has a lovely hot jacuzzi

Parking available
2 mentions

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

E

Eva

couple

June 11, 2026

8

Great staff and view

The surroundings are beautiful, staff was friendly. The view was WOW!

D

David

couple

June 5, 2026

10

Lovely hotel in quiet location. Friendly, helpful staff

Lovely quiet hotel. Friendly, helpful staff who all spoke good English.

M

Mandy

couple

June 4, 2026

8

Pleasant

Loved the view of the lake and sounds of the birds

D

Davis

solo_traveller

May 31, 2026

10

The location is fantastic, the room is very clean and the breakfast is perfect.

S

Stephen

couple

May 21, 2026

10

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.

G

Gerald

solo_traveller

May 16, 2026

5

Personal property removed from room by housekeeping

Location. Close to rejkjavik centre, lovely views

F

Fareena

couple

April 20, 2026

10

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!

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karolina

solo_traveller

April 16, 2026

10

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...

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Georgios

family_with_children

April 13, 2026

10

A beautiful gem by the lake

Everything was exceptional, staff, cleanliness, location, comfort

M

Mervyn

family_with_children

April 6, 2026

10

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

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Elvie Marliana

extended_group

April 3, 2026

10

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.

N

Nikliborcová

couple

April 2, 2026

10

Very nice and calm place. Dinner was amazing and the staff was also really nice. We will definitely come back!

M

Mike

couple

April 2, 2026

8

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.

S

Svet

couple

March 11, 2026

10

Feel like home

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Oleksandra

couple

March 8, 2026

10

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! ❤️

A

Amanda

couple

March 7, 2026

10

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.

S

Stuart

family_with_children

February 24, 2026

8

Such good fun, staff couldn't have been more helpful and the food was great. They even turned up the Northern Lights for us!!!

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Erik

couple

February 22, 2026

8

Short, fine stay and fine hotel staff.

Location at the lake, fine breakfast

A

Alan

family_with_children

February 20, 2026

10

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.

C

Charles

couple

February 18, 2026

9

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.

Max 5 guests 47 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 5 guests 54 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 4 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Double Room

Offering more space, this lake-view, individually decorated room includes a flat-screen TV and desk.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 3 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 4 guests 48 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Family Suite with Lake View

This spacious room features a seating area, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities.

Max 4 guests 37 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 35 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 37 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 16:00 to 00:00
Check-outFrom 07:30 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that Kriunes Hotel is not staffed at all times. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance. Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 5:42 AM

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Hotel Kriunes - 4 Star Hotel in Reykjavik