Hotel Skaftafell

3.0 star property
Hotel in Skaftafell with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio
Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Hotel Skaftafell offers a warm breakfast buffet and stunning views. Enjoy a relaxing terrace and WiFi for planning adventures, with helicopter and airplane tours available. Guests praise the attentive staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is P14,484
P16,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

Room options

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Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Skaftafell, Hotel Skaftafell is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vatnajökull National Park and Skaftafell Camping. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, hiking/biking trails, and mountain climbing.
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Skaftafelli 2, Skaftafell, 785

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
  • Árnanes
  • ‪Matsedill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Skaftafell

Hotel in a national park
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a bar at Hotel Skaftafell. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a conference center and a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, helicopter/airplane tours, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 63 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center (50 square feet 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 elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

No pets or service animals allowed

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6500.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Skaftafell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Skaftafell?

As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Skaftafell on Oct 28, 2025 start from P 14,483.81, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Skaftafell?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Skaftafell?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Skaftafell?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Skaftafell located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Vatnajökull National Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Vatnajokull. Skaftafell Visitor Centre and Skaftafell Camping are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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