Located in Rangárþing eystra, Starlight Camping Pods is in the mountains. Rutshellir Caves and Drangshlio Houses are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Steinahellir and Skogafoss. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like hot springs. Visit our Eyvindarholar travel guide
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
24 units
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Garden
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Starlight Camping Pods pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Starlight Camping Pods?
As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starlight Camping Pods on 2 Oct 2026 start from NZ$361, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Starlight Camping Pods?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Starlight Camping Pods?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Starlight Camping Pods?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Starlight Camping Pods located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Rutshellir Caves and within 6 miles (10 km) of Drangshlio Houses and Steinahellir. Skógar Museum and Skogafoss are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Starlight Camping Pods Reviews
6.8
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Unique accommodation in a great location and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Erin
11 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Had a lovely stay here! Beautiful location and unique stay. My only issue was not being able to get info about my pod number and lock box key until a few hours before we got there. Myself or Expedia couldn’t contact them through the number provided. But once we got the info it was amazing!
Comfortable Pods, good enough heating options. Parking next to Pods. For kitchen and bathroom areas, you need to go to common area/building which was convenient and clean.
The property is so peaceful and beautiful, I loved waking up each morning to the peaceful landscape. The kitchen is clean and has everything you need to make your meals. I’ll be back the next time I travel to Iceland.
What an amazing place to stay! Easy check in, the views are amazing, especially at the sunset. The toilet/shower/kitchen facilities all super clean. Would definately come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
17 Feb 2026
Great skies! Highly recommend for basic amenities and a chance at seeing a show of a lifetime.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jenny
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy space, comfy beds and the common area has a large kitchen with modern washrooms. We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
JULIA
5 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was clean, beds comfortable and quiet over all. The light on all night outside the door is kind of annoying and in the middle of the cold night the heater wasn’t keeping the room warm enough.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
jing hong
6 Apr 2026
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The pod is extremely small, and extremely cold, it uses electronic heater to heat the pod, whee ed n the temperature is low, it can not heat up the pod well. The last day we encountered a wind gust of 64 mph, the whole pod and the beds were shaking. The kitchen and shower area are warm, clean, has internet and can cook
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Leila
9 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Amazing scenery. Our pod unfortunately had a leak in the ceiling and we got water in our room. Very cold room during the night and bathrooms were too far from some pods, we had to drive because of the cold there. Impossible to get a hold of the host although it did work out in the end. No internet in the pods and no signal or very bad in most places of the facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dianne
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice pods, clean and comfortable . Staff responded quickly! Amenities were great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sandra A
27 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The kitchen was in the other building they have all the utensil you needed. They have 6 showers and bathroom. What i love the most the place was super clean. Pods is warm enough for the cold weather. Staff are very friendly. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Edward
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect stay, beautiful environment, washroom and common area very clean and efficient. Only thing I messaged them the day before the stay because they didn’t send the code for my pod I booked, but they did respond the day off the stay which was a little nerve racking seeing all the reviews about this. But over ball it was beautiful, good location near the main waterfall; skogafoss
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Scott
23 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I arrived late and my pod had been given to someone else. No problem - a very helpful young man came by and set me up in a different pod. The place is in a spectacular location and the pods are super-comfortable, cozy, and warm. I would stay there again in an instant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
briana
30 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabins had mixed reviews when I booked. We showed up & everything was great to start. The Cabin was cozy & warm with a heater. You have to walk about 100 feet to the bathrooms & kitchen area. This night was VERY windy & the cabin was not really insulated or warm besides the small space heater. I Imagine that during the warmer months it would be nice without wind. The cabin was absolutely freezing & the wind was howling the entire night. There was like banging & the bed was shaking at the wind. It almost felt that the cabin would blow away. So maybe good for the summer months with no environmental issues happening? The bathrooms & kitchen were warm & clean.
!!WARNING BEFORE!!! You need a code to check in! And staff don’t respond!!!! We had to escalate to Expedia and thank god they helped us. We were supposed to get a code 24 hours before and got it an hour before check in ONLY BECAUSE Expedia put out at urgent request. We had already booked another hotel in case. Another family was not so lucky and arrived with no way to contact the property as the owners don’t answer so they were left out in the cold with no where to stay. Please please don’t book here unless you have the flexibility not to get a code! Honestly would just avoid it here because of the stress. It was a beautiful location and nice enough “pod” but not worth the anxiety we had. It’s not cheap and you can stay in better places for the same price with actual owners who care.
Avoid rush hour of using kitchen and shower/ bathroom. There is a waiting time when many people try to cook and eat.
It’s charming in general, close to tons of epic scenic ares!
Great little spot for someone who wants to experience pod camping for a bargain. No frills but none needed. Main house was clean and fully stocked. I would book again if I had the option.