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Hotel Skaftafell, Skaftafell

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Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
19Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Freysnesi, Skaftafell, 785
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Close to Skaftafell Nature Reserve
Great
8.3
8.7
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Providing 51 rooms, the charming Hotel Skaftafell is about 25 minutes' walk from the Svínafellsjökull glacier. Highlights at this 3-star smoke-free hotel include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in public areas.

Location

The hotel has a charming location 4.6 km from the Skaftafell Nature Reserve. Vik i Myrdal is 123 km from here, while Local Guide is merely 5 minutes' walk away.

Guests can enjoy the scenery of a mountain, situated near the property.

This Skaftafell hotel is located 125 km from Hornafjordur airport and just around the corner from Freysnes bus stop.

Rooms

A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and toiletries, are provided in the bathrooms. They offer views of the glacier.

Eat & Drink

For dining, the restaurant offers local dishes. Veitingasala Restaurant is located next to this accommodation and serves European dishes, 200 m from the property.

Must-do experiences

  • Hike to Svartifoss for stunning basalt column views.
  • Taste traditional lamb soup at Skaftafell Bistro.
  • Witness the glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón, just an hour away.
  • Explore the hidden caves around the Vatnajökull National Park.
  • Join a guided glacier walk for unforgettable icy landscapes.

Select your room type

Hotel Skaftafell offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
2 persons
17 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
Shower
Triple Room
3 persons
25 sq. feet
3 Single beds
Heating
Shower

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Facilities

Hotel Skaftafell offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Skaftafell Location

Freysnesi, Skaftafell, 785
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Skaftafell 14 min  ·  3700 ft
  • Airports
    Hornafjordur (HFN) 188 min  ·  77.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:00
Check-out
from 01:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Skaftafell provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Icelandic
Number of rooms:
51
Former name
Fosshotel Skaftafell

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Skaftafell from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 925 verified reviews
8.0 /10
Great
83 %
Recommend
Breakfast
7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Comfort
8.7/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free WiFi
8.7/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.9/10
Staff
8.9/10
Value for money
6.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 2243 reviews
8.3/10
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Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
19Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room