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Hotel Skaftafell

3.0 star property
Skaftafell hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Situated in a mountainous region, this hotel offers stunning views of snow-capped peaks.
Two single beds with white linens, a wall-mounted picture, and bedside lamps.
Guests can lounge in comfort with black leather chairs and small round tables along the corridor.
Enjoy meals with a mountain view from this dining table for four, complete with comfortable seating and elegant decor.
Stunning mountain views surround this serene retreat, offering a peaceful escape.
Immerse yourself in nature at Hotel Skaftafell, where a warm breakfast buffet and stunning views await. Unwind on the terrace, connect to WiFi, or plan an adventure with helicopter/airplane tours. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Conference center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference space
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Two single beds, flat-screen TV, and a table with a telephone and lamp.

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Two single beds, a bedside table, and a chair are featured in this hotel room with a dark wood finish and a framed picture on the wall.

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Skaftafelli 2, Skaftafell, 785

What's nearby

  • Skaftafell Camping - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Skaftafell Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Svartifoss Waterfall - 16 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Fjallsárlón - 39 min drive - 51.1 km
  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 47 min drive - 62.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Veitingasala - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kaffiterían Skaftafelli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Glacier goodies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Matsedill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Skaftafell

When visiting Skaftafell, Hotel Skaftafell is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, French, German, Icelandic, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 63 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Conference center (50 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January and December.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ISK 6500.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Skaftafell currently open?

The property is closed during January and December.

Does Hotel Skaftafell offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Skaftafell does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Skaftafell?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Skaftafell?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Skaftafell?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel Skaftafell and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Skaftafell?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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Hotel Skaftafell Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Breakfast
Room
Service staff
Glaciers
Location
View
Restaurant
Food
Bed
Bar

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many options, warm and cold food, and excellent quality. (56 reviews)
  • The property's dining room offered excellent dinner options and a great breakfast. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful locale, nice and convenient hotel
Anush, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay
dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location, very nice hiking trail to glacier next to hotel.
Olga, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

bed really soft, room smallish and breakfast just ok.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location of the hotel is phenomenal providing easy access to the national park. The hotel also has a couple of walking/hiking paths that allow for an enjoyable evening walk. The dining room provided excellent dinner options along with breakfast.
Cindy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

I would recommend this hotel. Great location and comfortable.
Carol B, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location for exploring the glacier region.
Diane, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

good food,good hiking trails
stevan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and enjoyable
Melissa E, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A great hotel within walking distance to the glaciers. The overall hotel is peaceful and surrounded by raw beauty. All the staff were very helpful and welcoming. The rooms comfortable and clean. The restaurant was outstanding and we had a great dinner and breakfast during our visit. Ample parking available. My only regret is we didn't stay for an extra night at the hotel. Would highly recommend visiting Hotel Skaftafell!
Verna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Close to main attraction, even has their own trail to glacier, only 20 min walking
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Path from hotel leads to a glacier; 20-30 min easy hike.
Upstairs bar with a view
The glacier
Room isn’t fancy but clean and comfortable
david, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The restaurant and breakfast were excellent! The receptionist was super helpful in recommending local attractions. The trail to the glaciers right from their property is magical! A real gem!!
Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful location, modern and clean. A wonderful breakfast buffet with many delicious options.
Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful stay and lovely welcome to hotel. Peaceful location and great food.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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PHILIPPE, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

great location perhaps to view northern lights. however in summer this is a bit overpriced middle of no-where place with really crampy rooms.
Koushi, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

View to the glacier from the bar as well as from the room, friendly and good service
Frank, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Great location for glacier hikes and tours. The bed wasn’t very comfortable and they by far had the worst breakfast of all the places we stayed. The staff was incredible though. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the hikes and the area.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel,great breakfast, highly recommended
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and convenient
Kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and close to everything

Fantastic location. Typical Icelandic small room. No fridge, but good breakfast, and Northern Lights visible right out back.
Colin, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Clean and well kept property close to Glacier. Very friendly staff, a special recognition to Juanita at the front desk.
nohemi, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good accomodation for the trip along the south coast!
Maximilian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location is unparalleled-vistas looking out at mountains and glaciers. We took an evening walk to the glacier, on a path just behind our room. The rooms were clean, if a bit tight. The second bed next to the window had no space around it for a suitcase or personal belongings or space to change. Although they were new rooms they did not have electrical access for charging phones near the beds. A fairly “awkward room” but the location made up for any inconveniences.
View from behind our hotel room - no kidding!
Lupines everywhere!
Walk up to see the glacier
Catriona, 1-night trip