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Guesthouse Skálafell

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Vatnajokull

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A bedroom with two beds, a sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a deck with a view of a green landscape.
A reception desk with a wooden slat design, a lamp, a vase with flowers, framed pictures on the wall, and a fire extinguisher.
A kitchen counter with various food and drink items, including a carton of Nesquik, a jug of orange juice, a bottle of Tropi, and a coffee maker.
A wooden cabin with a red roof, a wooden fence, and a white door.
A buffet table with various food items and containers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Skálafell, Höfn, 0781
  • Place, Silfurnes Golf Course
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Fjallsárlón
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hornafjordur Airport (HFN)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Cottage, Private Bathroom

A wooden cabin with a red roof, a wooden fence, and a white door.

Family Cottage, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with two beds, each with a purple bedspread and white pillows, a wooden nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A room with two beds, a small table, a wall-mounted picture, and a wooden partition.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with two beds, a sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a deck with a view of a green landscape.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Höfn

In Höfn .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Vatnajokull and 25 miles (40 km) of Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Lonsoraefi Nature Reserve and Fjallsárlón are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Silfurnes Golf Course - 25 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum - 25 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Ósland Nature Reserve - 26 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 30 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Fjallsárlón - 42 min drive - 59.7 km

Getting around

  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Smyrlabjörg Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Guesthouse Skálafell

3-star guest house near Vatnajokull
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Guesthouse Skálafell. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Höfn guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Guesthouse Skálafell offers 10 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This Höfn guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Guesthouse Skálafell Hofn

Skálafell Hofn

Guesthouse Skálafell Höfn

Guesthouse Skálafell Guesthouse

Guesthouse Skálafell Guesthouse Höfn

Frequently asked questions

How close is Guesthouse Skálafell to the airport?

Guesthouse Skálafell is 22.7 mi (33-min drive) away from the Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Skálafell?

As of Sept 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Skálafell on Oct 17, 2026 start from CA $249, excluding 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.

Does Guesthouse Skálafell have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Guesthouse Skálafell.

Does Guesthouse Skálafell offer free breakfast?

Guesthouse Skálafell offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Guesthouse Skálafell?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Guesthouse Skálafell?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Guesthouse Skálafell have a pool?

Guesthouse Skálafell does not have a pool.

Does Guesthouse Skálafell have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Guesthouse Skálafell have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Guesthouse Skálafell to downtown Höfn?

Guesthouse Skálafell is 14.3 mi away from Höfn.

Guesthouse Skálafell Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 347 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was great! We stayed in the family cottage, it was clean, spacious and cozy! It is in a great location where everything isn’t too far of a drive away and there is a trailhead for a hike right on the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri-Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quick stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property, with very comfortable beds! I slept like a dream, well rested and ready for the next day’s adventure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had very comfortable accommodations. The breakfast was very tasty. The area is very peaceful and quiet and great location for heading down to the glacier Lagoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the few relatively reasonably priced locations in this area, located on a sheep farm. The site was extremely beautiful. There’s a great hiking trail that connects to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zelimar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s accessible from the main road and activities around the area. The room had everything we need it for. The staff was very attentive, including Saga (the dog), who was very friendly too. The room and surrounding areas were very clean and the beds super comfortable. Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners, breakfast was lovely, room clean and cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy cabins in a farm setting. We were given access to a microwave and fridge if needed. Breakfast was provided and it was good. Very sweet dog (Saga) to greet you and play with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, simple breakfast and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Breakfast was ok. Bed was comfortable. The views were great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ding

Liked: Staff & service
Quiet place, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great TV, great hosts and wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. They upgraded our room for free and the included breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodations in beautiful area, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location and the setup
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Excellent place and the staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a really nice place to stay. It was easy to find, and the location is so so so beautiful. The room in big, very comfortable and clean. The breakfast was okay, simple but with a good variety. We had a great time here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable units, warm and cosy. Great location, friendly and well equipped!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and cozy; we were in room 13 and the view from the front porch was amazing. We had never stayed in a Guesthouse and were a little unsure what to expect, but would absolutely stay here again. It was nicely located between the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Hali and Hofn. We were able to do our excursions easily and see reindeer and the northern lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kit Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very warm and newly renovated room, love the heated towel racks in the bathroom, the breakfast was excellent feel like home, very easy parking as well
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful guesthouse on the way to hofn

Excellent guesthouse. The rooms were nice and
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025