Fosshotel Vatnajökull

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Fosshotel
8.2 (1418 reviews)
Lindarbakki, Hótel Vatnajökull , Höfn , is

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views of glaciers/waterfall and excellent location for sightseeing
Good restaurant and bar (cocktails praised)
Several guests highlighted very good breakfast
Free parking and EV charger available
Comfortable beds and some spacious, clean rooms
Friendly and helpful staff, late check-in possible
Cons:
Multiple reports of insects/mosquitoes and some guest bites
Value for money often criticized as too expensive for some rooms
Inconsistent room quality: some rooms small or dated with low-quality fixtures
Occasional poor Wi‑Fi/TV performance and variable housekeeping (must-request service)
Parking sometimes insufficient for hotel capacity

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Mixed reports: several guests praised very clean rooms and bathrooms, but multiple mentions of small insects/mosquitoes and a few reports of bites reduce the cleanliness sentiment slightly.
Service
8.8
Generally positive: staff described as friendly and check-in was possible even late; minor service gaps noted (e.g., need to request room cleaning for multi-day stays) but overall reliable front-desk service.
Location
9.4
Strong positives: excellent scenic location with glacier/waterfall views, convenient for local attractions, easy access by car and close to restaurants; praised repeatedly across reviews.
Room Quality
7.2
Mixed: several guests reported spacious, comfortable rooms and good beds, while others described small 'economy' rooms, dated fittings, and issues with fixtures (shower mixer, loose toilet seat).
Amenities
8.7
Generally good: free parking, EV charger availability, a hotel restaurant and bar with praised cocktails; occasional comments on limited parking capacity and variable Wi‑Fi quality.
Value for Money
6.4
Weak: multiple guests commented that the price is excessive for the room quality (reports of 'too expensive' and poor value for the rate paid).
Food and Beverage
8.9
Largely positive: several mentions of very good breakfast and a decent/good restaurant; bar cocktails praised. A minority reported disappointing breakfast on one stay.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall favourable stays driven by location, views, food and friendly staff, tempered by value concerns, occasional insect issues and some dated rooms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 23:13

Property Description

Breathtaking Glacier Views
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajökull, from the comfort of your heated room at Fosshotel Vatnajokull.

Exciting Activities
Embark on guided glacier tours, explore the Jokulsarlon lagoon on a boat trip, or opt for a guided hiking adventure to Skaftafell National Park during your stay.

Scenic Dining and Convenience
Indulge in delicious meals at the in-house restaurant while enjoying panoramic views, and unwind with a drink at the bar. With the Icelandic Route 1 Ring Road nearby and Hofn town center just a short drive away, convenience is at your fingertips.

Book now for an unforgettable Icelandic getaway at Fosshotel Vatnajokull!

Important information:

Please note that GPS coordinates are not always accurate for this area. You should contact Fosshótel Vatnajökull for directions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KEF

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1418 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 6.4
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Kyoonhee • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

요쿨살론까지 50분거리라 그 전날 못한 보트투어를 하기에 적당한 위치로 전망이 좋고 회픈에서도 가까와 맛있는 식사도 할수 있어 좋았어요. 직원들이 친절하고 멋진뷰에서 아침식사를 편하게 할수 있는것도 좋았네요.

Cons:

방음이 잘 안되어 옆방 소음이 좀 들렸네요.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Saleh • couple • qa
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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CARLOS • solo_traveller • us
10
Nice view
Pros:

The room is modern and the view is beautiful. Good breakfast.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Gian Luca • family_with_children • it
6
Pros:

Colazione

Cons:

Camera spartana

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Erika • solo_traveller • es
8
Vistas al glaciar
Pros:

Las vistas al glaciar. Un lugar muy tranquilo para visitar la zona. El restaurante de muy buena calidad y muy buen desayuno.

Cons:

Habitaciones un poco antiguas para el precio.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Valentina 123Stella • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Amazing view!

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Tereza • couple • cz
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • ch
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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kory • extended_group • us
6
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Ammar • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Marco • family_with_children • it
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Sergey • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Красивое место и вид на прекрасную долину. Отличный ресторан.

Cons:

Эргономика пространства номера более чем сомнительна. Растворимый кофе в номере даже вспоминать не хочу.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Darylp • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Nice hotel, good size room, helpful staff and good amenities. Delicious buffet breakfast and plenty of parking.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Volker • solo_traveller • de
8
B Blick auf den Gletscher
Pros:

Gut gelegenes, modernes Hotel der in Island häufig vertretenen Kette Fosshotel. Von hier erreicht man einige Sehenswürdigkeiten problemlos mit dem Auto (z.B. den Diamond-Beach und die Gletscherlagune). In Höfn gibt es einige gute Restaurants. Das Fosshotel hat ebenfalls ein gutes Restaurant (die Speisekarte unterscheidet sich aber nicht sehr von anderen Fosshotels).

Cons:

Wir hatten sehr viele kleine Insekten im Zimmer. Vielleicht wäre ein Moskitonetz eine gute Idee.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • extended_group • dk
9
Pros:

Veranda var helt fantastisk i aftensolen! Godt brød på morgenmadsbuffet.

Cons:

Manglede myggenet for vinduerne.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Eva Karina • extended_group • de
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Sigrun • couple • is
7
Quiet location, stunning views
Pros:

Great to have it at a quiet location with the road number one now being diverted. Excellent to have a (slow) charger for EVs in front of the hotel. Staff was friendly throughout

Cons:

Value for Money was out of whack. The rooms felt quite dated.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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russo • extended_group • it
9
Pros:

Pulitissima.

Cons:

Stanza spaziosa e ben organizzata.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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andreas • couple • de
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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RinseW • couple • nl
8
Comfortable stay
Pros:

Great views from the restaurant and terrace.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee