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Guesthouse Skálafell

3.0 star property
Höfn guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
In the heart of Vatnajokull, Guesthouse Skálafell offers a serene retreat. Begin your day with a breakfast buffet and unwind in the garden or on the terrace. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff always available to assist you.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
$155 nightly
The total price is $178
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Family Cottage, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Cottage, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 387 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 172 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Netflix
  • 151 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 226 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Skálafell, Höfn, 0781

What's nearby

  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 37 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Silfurnes Golf Course - 42 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum - 43 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Fjallsárlón - 48 min drive - 59.0 km
  • Ósland Nature Reserve - 49 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Smyrlabjörg Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Guesthouse Skálafell

Guesthouse Skálafell is a great choice for a stay in Höfn. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Guesthouse Skálafell Hofn
Skálafell Hofn
Guesthouse Skálafell Höfn
Guesthouse Skálafell Guesthouse
Guesthouse Skálafell Guesthouse Höfn

Frequently asked questions

Does Guesthouse Skálafell offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Guesthouse Skálafell does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Guesthouse Skálafell and nearby?

Guesthouse Skálafell has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Guesthouse Skálafell?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Guesthouse Skálafell like?

Guesthouse Skálafell is located a short 14-minute walk from Vatnajökull National Park.

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Reviews

Guesthouse Skálafell Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and amazing with a great selection of options. (26 reviews)
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Room
Service staff
Location
View
Cabin
Waterfalls
Scenery
Mountain
Bed

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable units, warm and cosy. Great location, friendly and well equipped!
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable. Property was beautiful and owners were very friendly and helpful. Overall an excellent stay.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Skaftafell! The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, and perfect after a long day of exploring the south coast. The room was very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing night. The location is also ideal for visiting nearby glaciers and waterfalls, and the views are stunning. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone traveling through the area!
Irish Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful lodging. We really enjoyed the wonderful cabins. The breakfast was very good. The family hosts were so great. We encourage everyone to stay here.
Carol B, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful guesthouse on the way to hofn

Excellent guesthouse. The rooms were nice and
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property was extremely cute and had great service. There is a gorgeous hike accessible from the property and lots of sheep to see. Breakfast was also included and very good.
Maya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place and the staff was really nice.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was enjoyable. We stayed in double room with private bathroom which was clean, comfortable, and a nice size. The breakfast each morning was very nice. The location is great especially if you like peace and quiet. Conveniently located and close to both Höfn and Jokulsarlon.
Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was pleasant and helpful. Accommodations were lovely!
Margot, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The receptionist was very kind with us and gave a lot of suggestions, one of which were to dinner nearby. The breakfast was not so rich but good enough to start over for the day ahead.
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Host perfect,very quiet area...
Dean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for one night. Check-in was incredibly easy as they had our keys ready when we got there. The room was very clean, the beds were comfortable, and the views were incredible. Highly recommend staying here if you are passing through the area.
Bill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a fantastic place to stay! It was peaceful and quiet! So relaxing to be able sit and watch the river from our room.
Tracey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean. Check in was super easy. Staff were nice, and breakfast was good.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful 8kms hiking trail just behind the guesthouse that guides you to the glacier above the cliff and along the river. Clean and cosy small cabin in a very calm area.
Jerome, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Guesthouse Skálafell was a wonderful place to stay! It was a bit remote but worked for us after visiting the glacier lagoon. The land around the guesthouse was absolutely beautiful and there were hiking trails close by. Staff was fantastic and very friendly. We would absolutely return.
Lindsey, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hot water was limited for showers. No restaurants close by. Breakfast was available through hotel but no dinner options. Beautiful setting underneath waterfall.
Pavan Kumar, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

We encountered no hot water at the first night as we checked in late and had to come back to the hotel in the afternoon next day to make sure there’s hot water before it ran out again. Then there was another issue in the room. The hair dryer was not working and I had to go outside with wet hair to get a working hair dryer. I sent a complaint message to the hotel but never heard back from them. The money we paid for the two nights stay is not worth for the condition. We were quite disappointed. I would not recommend this hotel.
Czarina, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

After a long day, we had planned on dinner at the Guesthouse. They DO NOT have a restaurant even though the website states they do. Host told us to drive 30 minutes (each way) to Hofn.
Pamela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Chambre confortable mais dans son jus. Un peu onéreux pour la prestation aucun service pas de bain ni sauna. Petit déjeuner simple mais bon
Magali, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cómodo y limpio, pero sin cama de matrimonio

Granja con unas vista muy agradables. Dentro de la granja se encuentran los alojamientos que son pequeñas cañas contiguas. El sitio ofrece un desayuno adecuado. Sitio silencioso y tranquilo (a no ser que te toque en la habitación de al lado gente ruidosa, porque se oye todo). Pedimos cama de matrimonio pero nos pusieron dos camas separadas, mal detalle. Parecían un poco desbordados. Si no llevas cena, hay otro hotel cerca que la ofrece. No hay nada mas alrededor.
Javier, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bonne adresse

Excellent accueil. Chambre plutôt grande pour le pays. Salle de bain commune très propre mais un peu vieillotte. très bon petit déjeuner. Le diner pris sur place était également très bon.
philippe, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was great with lots of options. Cabins are rustic and charming. Overall a great place to pause on our Iceland adventure.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful spot! Excellent location, plenty to do nearby and a very nice hike that starts right from the property. Service was exceptional and very friendly. Responsive and quick to help with any issues that arise. Would highly recommend!
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Farm Guesthouse

Great farm guest house. Clean. Friendly staff. We were in one of the new cabins and it was very modern with a great view.
James, 2-night trip