Hotel Skaftafell

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.1

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About this property

The amazing location of Hotel Skaftafell provides guests with stunning views of Iceland's highest mountain, Hvannadalshnjukur and the largest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull. All rooms at Hotel Skaftafell have a work desk, satellite TV and a private bathroom with a shower. WiFi internet access is available. Staff can help arrange excursions to the beautiful surroundings with volcanoes, glaciers and a rich wildlife. À la carte dishes, as well as a buffet breakfast, are available in the hotel restaurant. The hotel has a fully licensed bar on the 2nd floor with magnificent glacier views. The glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón is only 40 minutes drive from Hotel Skaftafell. The hotel is located by the Route 1 road.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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2 twin beds
3 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Newbauer
United States United States
“Close to beautiful glacier, comfortable beds, wake Up call for the northern lights !”
Lynn
United States United States
“The rooms are modern and well appointed, excellent staff, great location for hiking and aurora hunting. We had the most delicious meal of our trip at the hotel restaurant. The gas station across the street was very handy for stocking up on supplies.”
Anand
India India
“Loved the place. Very comfortable. We got call for norther light”
Genevieve
United States United States
“I liked the location for where we were at in our road trip itinerary. The bar and restaurant were convenient so that was really nice.”
Keely
United States United States
“Rooms had recently been remodeled with new laminate wood flooring and walls had fresh paint. I was pleasantly surprised after looking at pictures online.”
Paula
United States United States
“Good location to other sites and walking to glacier. Good size room. Quiet. Friendly staff. Good breakfast.”
Sarah
United States United States
“Expensive and small rooms. Clean, great staff and the breakfast was amazing. The restaurant has excellent service and the food was outstanding”
John
United States United States
“The great extra thing they did that we loved was that they offered a call to your room if the northern lights were seen in that area. This was wonderful as we got to see a little of the lights that night.”
Wai
United States United States
“Excellent location right next to the Skaftafell National Park. Staff was friendly and check in was easy. Room was small but clean and cozy. The hotel had everything we needed except it's a bit outdated. Northern light wake up call was a nice touch...”
Pilar
United States United States
“We had the best meal for dinner in Iceland at the restaurant - and breakfast was also quite good. The location is fantastic - so close to the glacier if you are doing the hike - it's worth it!! The staff at this hotel are wonderful - each and...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

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Please note that charges will be made in EUR according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.