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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
Interior
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Triple Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$643
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept

Explore the area

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Skaftafelli 2, Skaftafell, 785
  • Hvannadalshnukur
  • Skaftafell Camping
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Svartifoss Waterfall
    ‪16 min drive‬

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

About the area

Skaftafell

At Hotel Skaftafell you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Vatnajökull National Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Vatnajokull. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a conference centre. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In proximity to this 3-property class Skaftafell hotel you'll find Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.

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 Skaftafell with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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 metres) and includes a conference centre. 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 centre
  • 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 curtains. This Skaftafell hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Icelandic, Spanish

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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

  • 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.

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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Skaftafell?

Hotel Skaftafell offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Skaftafell?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Skaftafell on 15 Sept 2025 start from NZ$642.87, 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Skaftafell?

Yep, Hotel Skaftafell has a free self car park.

Does Hotel Skaftafell serve breakfast?

You bet, guests give top marks to the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily between 7 AM and 10 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Skaftafell?

No, Hotel Skaftafell does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Skaftafell?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Skaftafell?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Skaftafell?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Skaftafell Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 972 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

Diane

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

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with family
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

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night. The room was clean and we had a lovely view. Our dinner and breakfast were delicious. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Well situated hotel for glacier viewing trip

We had a nice short stop in Skaftafell. We arrived after 8PM and left by 830AM the next morning, but the hotel had everything we needed. They served a nice breakfast (we did not have dinner as we stopped in the prior town for dinner). The people at check-in were very friendly and had good advice on the trail right out the back up to the glaciers where you could go for a morning hike/run to see the glacier up close.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

Lovely stay!

Stayed for one night during vacation in March. Was a perfect stop on the drive along the ring road. Nice staff, easy check in, free parking, safe and clean. The rooms have lots of beds (perfect if you have a family with you), and it was super comfy. The hotel even offered to call our room if they saw the northern lights, and THEY DID! Our phone rang at 11PM to alert us so we could go outside! It was the only time we got to see them so we were so appreciative, what a kind gesture! Would stay again. Has a small upstairs area with a patio that looks back out at the mountain behind the property, perfect for happy hour. Has a restaurant with a lovely menu. Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stop going west for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Suki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here after one of our glacier hikes. It had everything you would need. The showers in the bathroom was a bit small. Other than that it was an overall good stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ruoxi

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Laurence Harbor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the option to be called if there is a northern lights sighting. Loved the snacks available for purchase in the lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

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

Lovely Stay

Restaurant food was good and convenient! Breakfast was nice. Location was great! Staff was friendly. Room was a little crowded for 3 adults but staff was able to provide an extra room at the last minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jovy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Standard hotel with clean bed but room and carpet are definitely outdated. Seemed like the room, hallways and quite frankly the entire building smelled like old cigarette smoke despite being in a smoke free room. Not sure if the entire hotel is smoke free or not but everwhere smelled like old smoke. Front desk agent was polite during check in and had a smile anytime we stopped by with qestions. The free breakfast buffet was the nicest part of the hotel with lots of options both hot and cold food plus various beverages. I think it's pretty expensive for the condition of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane, North Mackay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast had lots of options. Easy access via car to many wondeful locations. Some great hikes from the hotel. Bar had a happy hour ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda, Saint Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was great with multiple options. Hiking right behind the hotel so beautiful. they saved items for me that I had left behind when I checked out. I was easily able to stop back by and pick them up before leaving the country.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024