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3-star hotels in Laugar
It suits couples, families, and road-trippers on a short break.
Staying in Laugar
Laugar is a small settlement in the Reykjadalur valley of northern Iceland, known as a quiet stopover between the ring-road sights of the north. From here, guests are within day-trip range of Lake Mývatn, the Dettifoss waterfall, Ásbyrgi canyon, and the whale-watching harbour at Húsavík, while the countryside around the village is rural and volcanic, with hot springs and fishing rivers nearby.
The 3-star hotels on this list sit within or just outside Laugar village and along the valley's farmland. Some, such as Laugar Hotel, North Aurora Guesthouse, and Eldá Guesthouse, are in the village itself; others, including Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel, Hlíð Bed and Breakfast, Hlid Cottages, and Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast, are on working farms or in the surrounding countryside. The mix suits couples looking for quiet farm stays, families who need cottages and family rooms, and independent travellers who want a practical overnight stop while touring the north.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel
Baroardalsvegur Eystri Fljotsbakki Farm, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet on a working farm at Baroardalsvegur Eystri Fljotsbakki Farm, this 3-star hotel pairs free car parking with a garden and high chairs, so families travelling by car have room to spread out. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 111 reviews. Free Wifi and housekeeping keep longer stays easy, and coffee is on hand. Suits travellers who want a quiet farm base in Laugar.
See Fljotsbakki Farm HotelSel Hotel Mývatn
Skútustaðir 2C, Laugar, Iceland
Why stay hereWith 649 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 guest rating, Sel Hotel Mývatn is the best-reviewed of Laugar's 3-star addresses. A 24 hour front desk and 24H. security cover late arrivals, while the bar and buffet give you somewhere to eat and unwind without leaving Skútustaðir 2C. Bathrobes and baths add comfort after a day out. Good for guests who want facilities and round-the-clock service.
See Sel Hotel MývatnBirkilauf
Grjótagjárvegur, Laugar, Iceland
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe highest-rated 3-star in Laugar, Birkilauf scores 4.9 out of 5, though from only 28 reviews. Balconies and a fireplace shape the stay, and a dishwasher plus free Wifi make the Grjótagjárvegur property practical for longer visits. A concierge handles arrangements, cots are available. Best for couples or small groups who value space and quiet over a large hotel's services.
See BirkilaufLaugar Hotel
Austurhlíðarvegur, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Austurhlíðarvegur, Laugar Hotel offers family rooms and free car parking, with a bar and buffet on site for meals and drinks. Guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 from 62 reviews. Free Wifi, desks and cots round out what is a straightforward choice for families driving through the area. Suits those who want a central Laugar base with dining under the same roof.
See Laugar HotelVogar Travel Service
Vogar, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereVogar Travel Service stands out for horse back riding and a kitchen, useful if you prefer to cook your own meals. Family rooms, high chairs and free car parking at Vogar make it workable for groups with children, and free Wifi keeps everyone connected. Its 4.1 out of 5 rating comes from 467 reviews, the second-largest review count here. Suits active travellers and self-caterers.
See Vogar Travel ServiceHlid Cottages
Hraunbrún, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHlid Cottages on Hraunbrún provides apartments with balconies and baths, plus a garden and free car parking. 24H. security is in place, and free Wifi and cots are available. Guests give it 3.6 out of 5 from 208 reviews. The cottage format suits families or small groups who want their own space and a base for exploring around Laugar rather than a full-service hotel.
See Hlid CottagesAurora Farm Hotel
Stóru Laugar, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAt Stóru Laugar, Aurora Farm Hotel combines family rooms and a fireplace with fishing on site, which sets it apart from other 3-star stays in Laugar. A concierge, desks, baths and bathrobes are provided, and cots are available for younger guests. Suits families and guests who want a farm setting with room to relax indoors after time outdoors.
See Aurora Farm HotelLaugar Guesthouse
Gerdi, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLaugar Guesthouse at Gerdi adds a balcony, garden and golf course to the usual 3-star offering, along with free car parking and free Wifi. A laundry service and hairdryers are provided, which helps on longer trips. Suits golfers and travellers who want a guesthouse base with outdoor space and practical services in Laugar.
See Laugar GuesthouseHlíð Bed and Breakfast
Hraunbrún, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHlíð Bed and Breakfast on Hraunbrún includes breakfast, a garden and a golf course, with free car parking and free Wifi. 24H. security and hairdryers are among the extras. Suits guests who want an early meal included before heading out, and golfers who want to be close to the course. A simple, well-equipped bed and breakfast base in Laugar.
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Fosshóll, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFosshóll Guesthouse offers a restaurant and buffet on site, so meals are covered without leaving the property at Fosshóll. A garden, picnic area and luggage storage are available, plus free car parking and free Wifi. Suits guests who want breakfast and dinner handled for them and a convenient stop while travelling through the Laugar area.
See Fosshóll GuesthouseEinishus Cottages
Einarsstadir 2, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereEinishus Cottages at Einarsstadir 2 provide a dishwasher, garden and golf course access, with free car parking and free Wifi. Baths, desks and cots are included, along with a fan. Suits self-catering families or small groups who want cottage independence and a golf course nearby, rather than hotel services, as a base in Laugar.
See Einishus CottagesNorth Aurora Guesthouse
Lautavegur 8, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNorth Aurora Guesthouse on Lautavegur 8 runs a 24 hour front desk with dry cleaning and laundry services, useful for longer stays. A garden, hairdryers, housekeeping and free bottled water come as standard, alongside free car parking and free Wifi. Bathrobes and cribs are available. Suits guests who want service on hand at any hour in Laugar.
See North Aurora GuesthouseDimmuborgir Guesthouse
Geiteyjarströnd 1, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereDimmuborgir Guesthouse at Geiteyjarströnd 1 has a bar, family rooms and a garden, with free car parking and free Wifi. Desks, cots and hairdryers are provided, and the setting suits guests who want a drink on site and room for children. A practical 3-star choice for families and small groups staying in the Laugar area.
See Dimmuborgir GuesthouseOndolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast
Öndólfsstaðir 0650 Laugar, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOndolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast includes a buffet in its offering, along with a garden and concierge service at Öndólfsstaðir 0650 Laugar. Free car parking and free Wifi are available, as are desks, hairdryers and housekeeping. Suits travellers who want a farm bed and breakfast with meals and assistance arranged, and a quiet rural base near Laugar.
See Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & BreakfastEldá Guesthouse
Helluhraun 9, Laugar, Iceland
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereEldá Guesthouse on Helluhraun 9 offers bike rental service, a bar and a garden, with free car parking and free Wifi. 24H. security and cleaning are in place, and cots are available. Suits guests who want to cycle rather than drive, and anyone looking for a sociable 3-star guesthouse base in Laugar with a bar for the evening.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Sel Hotel Mývatn | ★★★ | – | – |
| Birkilauf | ★★★ | – | – |
| Laugar Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Vogar Travel Service | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Hlid Cottages | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Aurora Farm Hotel | ★★★ | – | – |
| Laugar Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Hlíð Bed and Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Fosshóll Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Einishus Cottages | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| North Aurora Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Dimmuborgir Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Eldá Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels have the space and setup families tend to need. Laugar Hotel, Vogar Travel Service, Aurora Farm Hotel, and Dimmuborgir Guesthouse all offer family rooms, and most provide cots and free parking. Hlid Cottages adds apartments and a garden, useful when travelling with children who need room to run.
Laugar Hotel · Vogar Travel Service · Hlid Cottages · Aurora Farm Hotel · Dimmuborgir Guesthouse
For couples
Couples looking for a quiet, romantic base should consider Birkilauf, which has a fireplace and a 4.9 guest rating from 28 reviews. Sel Hotel Mývatn pairs a bathrobe and bath with bars and a buffet, while Fosshóll Guesthouse and North Aurora Guesthouse offer peaceful garden settings and free parking.
Birkilauf · Sel Hotel Mývatn · Fosshóll Guesthouse · North Aurora Guesthouse
For farm stays
Travellers who want a rural Icelandic experience should look at Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel, Aurora Farm Hotel, and Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast. All three are working farms with gardens and free parking, and Aurora Farm Hotel also lists fishing, while Fljotsbakki has a 4.7 rating from 111 reviews.
Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel · Aurora Farm Hotel · Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast
For top-rated
Guests who prioritise reviews can start with Birkilauf at 4.9 from 28 reviews, Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel at 4.7 from 111 reviews, and Sel Hotel Mývatn at 4.5 from 649 reviews. Laugar Hotel also scores 4.5 from 62 reviews and sits in the village itself.
Birkilauf · Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel · Sel Hotel Mývatn · Laugar Hotel
Where to stay in Laugar
Hraunbrún
Hraunbrún is a rural address just outside the village, shared by Hlid Cottages and Hlíð Bed and Breakfast. Both offer garden settings and free parking, with Hlid Cottages providing apartment-style units and Hlíð Bed and Breakfast including breakfast — a practical choice for travellers who prefer a countryside location with village amenities within reach.
Our picks here: Hlid Cottages · Hlíð Bed and Breakfast
Stóru Laugar
Aurora Farm Hotel is set at Stóru Laugar, a farm address in the Laugar area. It offers family rooms, a fireplace, and fishing on site, making it a good fit for guests who want a rural stay with the option of outdoor activities and free parking.
Our picks here: Aurora Farm Hotel
Questions, answered
Which hotels in Laugar have family rooms?
Laugar Hotel, Vogar Travel Service, Aurora Farm Hotel, and Dimmuborgir Guesthouse all list family rooms. Hlid Cottages offers apartments, and most of these properties provide cots and free parking for guests travelling with children.
Do the hotels have free parking?
Yes. Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel, Laugar Hotel, Vogar Travel Service, Hlid Cottages, Laugar Guesthouse, Hlíð Bed and Breakfast, Fosshóll Guesthouse, Einishus Cottages, North Aurora Guesthouse, Dimmuborgir Guesthouse, Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast, and Eldá Guesthouse all list free car parking.
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Laugar?
North Aurora Guesthouse on Lautavegur 8, Eldá Guesthouse on Helluhraun 9, and Laugar Hotel on Austurhlíðarvegur are in Laugar village itself. Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel, Hlíð Bed and Breakfast, and Hlid Cottages are on rural addresses outside the village.
What is the highest-rated 3-star hotel in Laugar?
Birkilauf has the highest guest rating at 4.9 out of 5 from 28 reviews. Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel follows at 4.7 from 111 reviews, and Sel Hotel Mývatn and Laugar Hotel are both rated 4.5.
Are there hotels with a restaurant or bar?
Sel Hotel Mývatn, Laugar Hotel, Dimmuborgir Guesthouse, and Eldá Guesthouse list bars, and Sel Hotel Mývatn, Laugar Hotel, and Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast list a buffet. Fosshóll Guesthouse has a restaurant on site.
Which hotels are good for a short break?
Sel Hotel Mývatn, with 649 reviews, and Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel, with 111 reviews, are well-established choices for a short stay. Vogar Travel Service, with 467 reviews, offers family rooms and horse back riding, and Laugar Hotel is centrally placed in the village.
Do any hotels offer breakfast?
Yes. Hlíð Bed and Breakfast and Fosshóll Guesthouse list breakfast, and Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast and Sel Hotel Mývatn list a buffet.
Can I stay on a working farm in Laugar?
Fljotsbakki Farm Hotel, Aurora Farm Hotel, and Ondolfsstadir Farm Bed & Breakfast are all farm properties. Fljotsbakki is rated 4.7 from 111 reviews, Aurora Farm Hotel offers fishing, and all three provide free parking and gardens.