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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.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Keely
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“Good location to other sites and walking to glacier. Good size room. Quiet. Friendly staff. Good breakfast.”
- Sarah 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“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“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 The hotel had everything we needed except it's a bit outdated.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“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...”
- Jeffrey United States“The location is great if you want to stick around Skaftafell. The staff were friendly; dinner and free breakfast buffet were good. Had a bar area where you could drink and relax while enjoying the view.”
- Alanna
Spain“The place was right next to Skaftafell and loved seeing the glacier from our room. The restaurant was very nice as well. Overall great experience!” - Mary United States“The room was very small but the view of the ocean was beautiful, and the restaurant had delicious food. Staff was very nice and accommodating.”
- Ildiko United States“Great location, right at the foot of a glacier with an easy 3-4 km round walk to go down to a small lagoon where the glacier "flows" into and climb up to a hill to overlook the glacier. Very courteous staff and it's nice that they let you pay upon...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that charges will be made in EUR according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.
