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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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Chloe
Canada“The room was clean and comfortable Nice view from the windows Staff were friendly and had information about hikes and things in the area. They have a map of the glacier hike behind the hotel They offer a wake up call for an aurora Excellent...”- Helen
Spain“Location is fantastic, I could see the glacier from my bedroom window. Also convenient for the 51 Stareto bus and tours that leave from Freysnes. Staff are helpful and friendly. Breakfast is also good.” - Indranil
Switzerland“Friendly reception staff, provided additional service, notified when northern lights were visible in the middle of the night.” - Michael
Australia“Great location , our room had a view of the mountains. You can walk to a great view of the glacier from the hotel in 20 mins. Clean and comfortable with friendly staff. Good breakfast.” - Kate
New Zealand“The hotel was clean and comfortable. The bat had happy hour with reasonably proced beers during this time. The breakfast was very good. There was a lively glacier walk 30 mins from the hotel. The staff were very efficient and friendly. You can...” - Yimin Switzerland“The location is perfect in terms of reaching Skaftafell. You can walk to the glacier. We decided to drive and the view of the glacier is just great. The dinner and breakfast is also great.”
- Tilin Australia“Location is good, very close to the glacier. After dinner, taking a walk to the glacier is absolutely a pleasure. Breakfast is quite good.”
- Kavinda
United Kingdom“Great location and convenient for visiting the glaciers. Nice breakfast.” - Yundong United Kingdom“Very beautiful view around. Room size is OK, very delicious restaurant.”
- Helena
Czech Republic“Great location, clean rooms, good for one night stay.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots 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.
