Hotel Skaftafell

Hotel Skaftafell

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Hotel Skaftafell
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Overview

3-star alpine retreat near Skaftafell National Park

Location

Hotel Skaftafell is strategically located just a few kilometers from Skaftafell National Park and surrounded by Iceland's stunning natural landscapes. The hotel's proximity allows guests easy access to explore various hiking trails directly from the premises. Additionally, the site connects visitors with guided tours offering glacier walks and exploration of ice caves.

Rooms

The hotel offers 63 well-appointed rooms suitable for 1-3 persons, each equipped with a private bathroom, TV, and telephone. Guests can choose accommodations that cater to individual or small group needs. Comfort and functionality define each room for a restful night's sleep after outdoor adventures.

Dining

An on-site dining room serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring guests experience local cuisine with ease. The hotel also provides lunch packets for outdoor excursions to keep energy levels high while exploring. Guests can enjoy meals within a welcoming atmosphere that complements the natural surroundings.

Activities

Hotel Skaftafell offers numerous opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including easy access to hiking, ice cave explorations, and birdwatching regiments. With arranging services in-house, guests can book various guided activities such as ice climbing and glacier tours. Seasonal highlights include Northern Lights sightings and Midnight Sun hiking during summer.

Guided Services

The area surrounding Hotel Skaftafell is teeming with options for organized excursions, including sightseeing flights and glacier lagoon tours nearby. Local guides are available to facilitate trips to Ingólfshöfði for birdwatching or the iconic Jökulsárlón lagoon for boat rides among the icebergs. A variety of adventures throughout the year showcase Iceland's breathtaking landscapes.

  • Location: Close proximity to Skaftafell National Park
  • Rooms: 63 rooms for 1-3 persons with private bathrooms
  • Dining: On-site dining with breakfast, lunch and dinner available
  • Activities: Access to glacier walks, ice climbing and birdwatching tours
  • Guided Services: Ice cave explorations available from October to April
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:00
from 01:00-11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Skaftafell provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Icelandic
Building
Number of rooms:51
Former name
Fosshotel Skaftafell
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Room size:

    185 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Room size:

    270 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Hiking

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • 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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Essential information about Hotel Skaftafell

💵 Lowest room price 204 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd

Location
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Address
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Freysnesi, Skaftafell, Iceland, 785
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Freysnesi, Skaftafell, Iceland, 785
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  • Restaurants
Freysnes
Local Guide
100 yd
Restaurant
Veitingasala Restaurant
100 yd

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