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Hotel Skaftafell

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Skaftafelli 2, Skaftafell, 785
  • Place, Skaftafell Camping
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Svartifoss Waterfall
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Skaftafell

In state park.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Skaftafell hotel, you'll find Vatnajökull National Park and Vatnajokull. Skaftafell Visitor Centre and Skaftafell Camping are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Skaftafell Camping - 5 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Skaftafell Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Svartifoss Waterfall - 23 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Fjallsárlón - 32 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 38 min drive - 63.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Veitingasala Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Glacier goodies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Matsedill - ‬1 min walk
  • Árnanes
  • ‪Kaffiterían Skaftafelli - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Skaftafell

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 50 square feet (5 square meters) and includes a conference center. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Skaftafell hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 50 sq ft of conference space
  • 5 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Skaftafell offers 63 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This Skaftafell hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 767 reviews
The price is CA $600
CA $676 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January and December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Skaftafell

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6500.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Skaftafell to the airport?

Hotel Skaftafell is 228.1 mi (286-min drive) away from the Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Skaftafell?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Skaftafell on Jun 5, 2026 start from CA $468, 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 Hotel Skaftafell have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Skaftafell.

Does Hotel Skaftafell offer free breakfast?

Hotel Skaftafell offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Skaftafell?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Skaftafell?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Skaftafell?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Skaftafell have a pool?

Hotel Skaftafell does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Skaftafell have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Skaftafell have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Skaftafell to downtown Skaftafell?

Hotel Skaftafell is 2.8 mi away from Skaftafell.

Hotel Skaftafell Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect and the food in the restaurant was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anush

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

8/10 Good

JING

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great view
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, good service, in-house and nearby restaurant and gas station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. The service was fantastic and we enjoyed being greeted by a huge smile and welcoming disposition.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murphey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nearby access to hiking trails was awesome. Friendly staff for both the hotel and the restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was excellent. The northern lights were so bright when we stayed. The location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very friendly staff, great breakfast but room was a little small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, excellent breakfast buffet included with gluten free options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the hotel. We had a fantastic dinner there and the breakfast buffet was excellent. The staff were so friendly and wonderful. It also was a perfect location for our glacier adventure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific on site restaurant. The room was clean and spacious. The location is very convenient and close to many beautiful stops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice , clean , cozy rooms. Friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast and dinner. Also you can request about alert call at night if Northern Lights appears. We experienced in one night. Thank you guys. You are the best
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

stevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good food,good hiking trails
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Catherine

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was on another building, which is unpleasent on Winter. The breakfast doesn't have much variety and the restaurant food we experimence at dinner was not the best.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff and decent rooms. Breakfast was included. The prices in the restaurant are a bit higher than we expected even for iceland, but everyone was very nice. 4 stars just for cost, but a great place to stay when you're exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rizza Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2023