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Hotel Skaftafell

3.0 star property
Hotel in Skaftafell with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi
Triple Room
Restaurant
Interior
Terrace/patio
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

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €325
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Skaftafell, Hotel Skaftafell is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vatnajökull National Park and Skaftafell Camping. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing and horse riding.
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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
  • ‪Glacier goodies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaffiterían Skaftafelli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Matsedill - ‬1 min walk
  • Árnanes

About this property

Hotel Skaftafell

Hotel in a national park
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a bar at Hotel Skaftafell. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a conference centre and a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 63 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference centre (50 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January and December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 6500.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6500.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Skaftafell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Skaftafell?

As of 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Skaftafell on 22 Sept 2025 start from €325.40, 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 Hotel Skaftafell?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Skaftafell?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Skaftafell?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Skaftafell located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Vatnajökull National Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Vatnajokull. Skaftafell Visitor Centre and Skaftafell Camping are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Hotel Skaftafell Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 973 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 973 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 973 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 973 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 973 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful locale, nice and convenient hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very nice hiking trail to glacier next to hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinfan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, the staff is very friendly. And we saw northern light at here in August which is sooooooo lucky.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

bed really soft, room smallish and breakfast just ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is kinda pricey for a simple hotel room. You're definitely paying for the location which is very convenient. To make it worth it, do the hike behind the hotel and stuff yourself at breakfast:)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol B

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend this hotel. Great location and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for exploring the glacier region.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

stevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good food,good hiking trails
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to main attraction, even has their own trail to glacier, only 20 min walking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesly

Extremely overpriced vs other similar properties
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful stay and lovely welcome to hotel. Peaceful location and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location, modern and clean. A wonderful breakfast buffet with many delicious options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Koushi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location perhaps to view northern lights. however in summer this is a bit overpriced middle of no-where place with really crampy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
View to the glacier from the bar as well as from the room, friendly and good service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PHILIPPE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel,great breakfast, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and close to everything

Fantastic location. Typical Icelandic small room. No fridge, but good breakfast, and Northern Lights visible right out back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025