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Guesthouse Skálafell

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Vatnajokull

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Guesthouse Skálafell offers a tranquil base in the Vatnajokull region. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, then relax in the garden or on the terrace. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi and luggage storage, with staff ready to provide local guidance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 21 sq m
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Netflix
  • 14 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Skálafell, Höfn, 0781

What's nearby

  • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - 37 min drive - 29.2 miles
  • Silfurnes Golf Course - 42 min drive - 33.2 miles
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum - 43 min drive - 33.6 miles
  • Fjallsárlón - 48 min drive - 36.7 miles
  • Ósland Nature Reserve - 49 min drive - 34.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Smyrlabjörg Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Guesthouse Skálafell

Guesthouse near Vatnajokull
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Guesthouse Skálafell. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Guesthouse Skálafell have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Guesthouse Skálafell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse Skálafell?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Guesthouse Skálafell located?

Situated in a rural location, this guesthouse is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Vatnajokull and within 32 mi (52 km) of Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Fjallsárlón.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 297 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, simple breakfast and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ding

Liked: Staff & service
Quiet place, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great TV, great hosts and wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!! Next to harbour. Many delicious food options at walking distance. Adorable town.. with little walking trails next to the water.. surprising golf course as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at this property. The spacious, modern room and view of the river and countryside out our window was incredible. Wished we could have stayed longer! This working farm was quiet, and the family who owned the property was working the breakfast area, with a 1-yr old in tow, which made for an even homier experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Property was beautiful and owners were very friendly and helpful. Overall an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is incredible; can hike to a glacier out your door!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing and had great selection. The check in was easy and fast. I thought that arriving at 9pm would be late, but there was a nice man at the reception building and was expecting me. The room was amazing, the best one I’ve had since I arrived in Iceland! It was spacious, clean, modern, etc. the bathroom was large and had everything you’d need. Bed and linens were comfy and good quality. 😊. I would stay here again if I ever in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very warm and newly renovated room, love the heated towel racks in the bathroom, the breakfast was excellent feel like home, very easy parking as well

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful guesthouse on the way to hofn

Excellent guesthouse. The rooms were nice and
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome little cottages that were very cozy and comfortable. The property is right off the ring road but tucked in a farm with a supremely friendly dog and cliffs and a river right there. The breakfast is absolutely worth it and a lovely way to start the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only talked to the staff via email but they were responsive. Free breakfast was nice and continually restocked. Remote location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast spread, very nice and clean rooms. Not great toiletries but everything else amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning view

An absolutely wonderful place surrounded by beautiful nature. There was a stunning view from the room. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was clean, tidy, and had all the essentials. Breakfast was good. During our stay, we were visited by the property’s dog, who was friendly and great company.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We mistakenly thought we were booking a guesthouses in Hofn. We had to drive 30 minutes each way to find an open restaurant in Hofn. The closer one Riki's was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Excellent place and the staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Good stay for price

Good size room for our needs, got in late and left early and was a comfortable night sleep. On a farm so there were animal smells but not noticeable in the room itself. Some farm equipment was running by 7am. Bathroom was smaller and a little dirty but an older place so expected. Cute waterfall on the property. Good breakfast. Slept well!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here, everything was perfect. The breakfast was delicious, and the bedroom was very comfortable. The employees were very kind and to top it off they have a super cool dog!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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