Hotel Skaftafell

Hotels
Independent
8.4 (160 reviews)
Skaftafelli 2, Skaftafell, 785 , Skaftafell , IS

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Conference space
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
Wheelchair accessible parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Good location
Cons:
Rooms are cramped
High prices for food

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
The hotel was very clean, but some rooms had issues such as unusual smells.
Service
9.33
Staff were friendly and helpful, though there were a couple of negative remarks about specific individuals.
Location
9.37
Conveniently located for exploring with stunning views, close to hiking trails.
Room Quality
7.32
Rooms were cramped with some noise issues; overall room quality could be improved.
Amenities
8.35
Basic amenities provided; heating in bathrooms and a good breakfast.
Value for Money
7.31
Perceived as overpriced given the basic nature of the hotel and high food prices.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Breakfast buffet was excellent with gluten-free options available.
Overall Experience
8.83
A positive stay with wonderful staff and great food, despite some minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:37

Property Description

Nestled within the stunning landscapes of Vatnajökull National Park, Hotel Skaftafell is your gateway to adventure and relaxation.

Stunning Views & Outdoor Relaxation
Enjoy breathtaking vistas from our terrace, perfect for soaking in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Whether you're sipping a coffee or enjoying an evening cocktail, the scenery will surely leave you enchanted.

Comfort & Convenience at Your Fingertips
Our 63 cozy guestrooms come equipped with complimentary wireless internet, desks, and blackout drapes to ensure your stay is both comfortable and productive. Daily housekeeping keeps your space fresh and inviting.

Dining & Event Facilities
Start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast from 7 AM to 10 AM, then indulge in a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant. Planning a gathering? Our conference center is ready to accommodate your needs.

Escape to Hotel Skaftafell and experience nature like never before—book your stay now!

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KEF

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 160 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 7.32
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.31
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 8.83
V
Valerie family
8
Pros:

Our room was very clean. The front desk worker was very friendly and efficient. We found it to be very overpriced for the room. We paid over $400 for one night. Since there were no other choices for restaurants that we found, we ate at the hotel. Our food was very good, but again, very expensive. We paid over $200 for our meal, that included two entrees, one drink each, and we shared a small dessert. We did enjoy the complimentary breakfast. The view from the window was of the glacier, so that was a bonus! Parking was plentiful and easy.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
P
Patricia partner
10
Pros:

Room was perfect and the food in the restaurant was wonderful.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
C
Cheryl
8
Pros:

Very friendly staff, great breakfast but room was a little small

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
C
Caitlin partner
8
Pros:

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.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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Shalyn partner
6
Pros:

The hotel was very clean.The breakfast was great. The staff was pleasant. Our room smelled like a campfire and we could here the whole conversation for a couple of hours of the couple above us.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
J
Jesse
10
Pros:

Friendly Staff. Great breakfast. Comfortable beds. Good hot shower with good water pressure. Heated floors in bathroom!!

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
R
Ruth family
10
Pros:

Clean room, excellent breakfast buffet included with gluten free options

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
D
danni
2
Pros:

We arrived a little earlier than check-in time. No receptionist was there. The old lady receptionist was called to show up. She was not pleased and very rude.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
H
Hugh family
10
Pros:

Terrific on site restaurant. The room was clean and spacious. The location is very convenient and close to many beautiful stops.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
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Yin Yen family
4
Pros:

The rooms are very cramped and the walls are paper thin. You can hear your neighbours murmuring.
The most disappointing was the service from the old lady at the front desk. She gave the worst instructions as to how to get to the glaciers behind the property. She also claimed that there was no way to drive to the glacier for a quicker walk when Google Map said otherwise. We lost about an hour of our precious travel time because we took the wrong turn at the fork behind the property. If you want to see the glaciers, take the left turn. But it is faster to drive.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
S
Shirlee partner
8
Pros:

Room was clean but very cramped. No tissues, no washcloths. Breakfast buffet was adequate but nothing special.

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
T
Tim
10
Pros:

This is the best hotel we found in Iceland. It is more expensive, but worth it. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Also good food at the Bistro near the Activity Center. The rooms have lots of space, with large showers.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer partner
10
Pros:

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!

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
D
Daryl family
10
Pros:

Stayed one night. Enjoyed walking right out of the back of the hotel and seeing the beautiful glacier.

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
M
Murphey partner
10
Pros:

Nearby access to hiking trails was awesome. Friendly staff for both the hotel and the restaurants.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
K
Kathleen partner
6
Pros:

This place was just average. Food was better than average (except for the price, which was high), beds were worse than average.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
N
Norm
10
Reception was Great
Pros:

The Reception Staff were very friendly and gave us lots of help with a few things, and pointed us in the direction of a couple of wonderful Hikes.
They were great

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
J
Jinfan family
10
Pros:

Nice place, the staff is very friendly. And we saw northern light at here in August which is sooooooo lucky.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
A
Allison
8
Pros:

The hotel had all the essential amenities, but it was quite basic for the cost. The restaurant was excellent but also expensive.

No concerns with the hotel overall, just feels expensive for what you get.

2025-08-09 via Nuitee
L
Lesly
6
Pros:

Extremely overpriced vs other similar properties

2025-08-08 via Nuitee