Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Outstanding location next to the glacier
Very good breakfast and several praises for the restaurant
Comfortable beds and generally clean rooms
Friendly and welcoming owner/staff (several mentions)
Easy parking and simple check-in reported
Cons:
Perceived poor value for money / high price
Small rooms and tiny showers mentioned multiple times
Restaurant can be expensive and service inconsistent
Some facilities could use upgrades; occasional noise/soundproofing issues
Payment handling (card/commission) reported as inconvenient by one guest

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Multiple reviewers mention rooms and facilities being clean (e.g., 'room clean', 'comfy and clean'); no significant cleanliness complaints.
Service
8.1
Generally positive hospitality noted (owner and staff described as sweet and helpful), but a few reports of less friendly restaurant service and an offensive staff gesture temper the score.
Location
9.3
Repeatedly praised as an excellent location next to the glacier and close to walks/cascades; described as 'perfect' for glacier explorations and 'majestic'.
Room Quality
8
Beds are frequently described as comfortable and rooms renovated, but rooms are often small and some mention tiny showers and poor soundproofing.
Amenities
7.4
Limited amenities noted (some facilities could be upgraded, isolated location, tiny showers, no automatic complimentary coffee/water though provided on request).
Value for Money
6
Several guests explicitly call the hotel overpriced or 'not worth the money', citing poor value relative to size/price and extra card/commission issues.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Breakfast and the hotel restaurant are often praised as excellent and among the best on the route, though a few mention high prices and occasional service quality issues.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall positive experience driven by outstanding location, comfortable beds and good food, offset somewhat by price concerns and small rooms/amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 01:53

Property Description

Stunning Views and Comfortable Rooms

Hotel Skaftafell offers guests breathtaking views of Iceland's highest mountain and Europe's largest glacier. Each room is equipped with modern amenities including a work desk, satellite TV, and a private bathroom for a comfortable stay. WiFi is also available for guests' convenience.

Exciting Excursions and Delicious Dining

The hotel's staff can organize exciting excursions to explore the surrounding volcanoes, glaciers, and wildlife, ensuring a memorable experience for guests. Indulge in delicious à la carte dishes and buffet breakfast at the on-site restaurant, or enjoy a drink at the fully licensed bar with stunning glacier views on the 2nd floor.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Conveniently situated by Route 1, Hotel Skaftafell is just a short drive away from the mesmerizing glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón, allowing guests easy access to explore the wonders of Iceland.

Experience the beauty of Iceland at Hotel Skaftafell - Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that charges will be made in EUR according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 3808 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 8.1
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
A
Anna • family_with_children • nl
8
Pros:

Amazing views, good location for the black beaches

Cons:

Room and bed quite small

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
S
SHU-YUAN YU • family_with_children • tw
10
Pros:

離冰川很近

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
C
Computerwoman • family_with_children • ro
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
J
Jing • extended_group • es
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
C
Cédric • family_with_children • fr
6
Seul hôtel du parc national du Vatnajökull avec ses avantages et ses inconvénients.
Pros:

Emplacement idéal au coeur du parc national du Vatnajökull. Une magnifique balade à pieds juste derrière l’hôtel (une petite heure aller/retour) permet d’admirer un glacier. Paysage à couper le souffle.

Cons:

Cet hôtel profite de sa situation monopolistique. Si les chambres sont propres et confortables, les murs sont très fins, et les voisins de chambre pas très silencieux dans les couloirs (beaucoup de cars de touristes). Le petit déjeuner est correct, mais les repas au restaurant de l’hôtel sont exagérément chers pour la qualité des plats proposés. Il faut privilégier la station essence en face, qui propose un service de self/fast-food.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
G
Giorgio • extended_group • it
8
👍
Pros:

La posizione, a circa 20 min. dí percorso a piedi c’è un ghiacciaio

Cons:

Nulla

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
M
Man Hin • couple • hk
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
D
Deborah • couple • it
8
Ottimo hotel
Pros:

Hotel molto comodo subito sulla strada.
La camera era accogliente, un po datata per alcuni aspetti .
La colazione ottima!

Cons:

Prezze caro per la struttura, ma in linea con i prezzi islandesi

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • family_with_children • hu
10
Pros:

Legjobban a reggeli tetszett

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
G
Gatis • extended_group • lv
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
A
ANGELIQUE DILAN • family_with_children • fr
4
Cons:

Hotel vétuste sdb miniature et ancienne et très chère

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
Y
Ylenia • couple • it
7
Pros:

Posizione ottima, camera spaziosa e staff gentile. Di fronte all’hotel è presente anche un distributore di benzina con tavola calda, molto comodo.

Cons:

Prezzo un po’ alto, cattivo odore in camera e poca varietà di prodotti dolci a colazione.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
A
ANGELIQUE DILAN • family_with_children • fr
4
Cons:

Ancien et petit

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
B
Barchetti • couple • it
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
D
Dumont • couple • be
9
Pros:

Emplacement idéal, facile d’accès. Belle promenade jusqu’au glacier.

Cons:

Le lit.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
P
peixoto • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
B
Beatrix • couple • de
7
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
I
Ivan Ruben • couple • es
7
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
J
Juan Carlos • extended_group • co
9
Buena relación precio calidad
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

NA

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
H
Hatice İlke • couple • tr
6
Pros:

Otel birbirinden uzak yapılmış akşam yemeği güzel ama kahvaltı kötü yürümek gerekiyor üşüyorsun

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee