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4.0 out of 5

"This property is older than some we stayed in, but was much as expected. The reception staff were good and very helpful. The room was clean and tidy. ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 14 Nov 2018

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Hotel Description

At Hotel Skaftafell you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Vatnajökull National Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Vatnajokull. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.

At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and a conference center. Each morning free breakfast is served.

With a stay at this 3-star Skaftafell hotel, you'll be 5.2 km (3.2 mi) from Skaftafell Camping.

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$275* Per night/room 11 Oct. - 12 Oct.

Triple Room

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Hotel Skaftafell ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Hotel Skaftafell

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4 out of 5
This property is older than some we stayed in, but was much as expected. The reception staff were good and very helpful. The room was clean and tidy. We ate at the restaurant and the food and service were reasonable.

Posted by , from Perth on 14 Nov. 2018

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 50 square feet (5 square meters) and includes a conference center. Self parking is free. This 3-star Skaftafell hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 50 sq ft of conference space
  • 5 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hotel Skaftafell offers 63 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This Skaftafell hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Television
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Hotel Skaftafell has a restaurant on site.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 6500.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Skaftafell

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including gloves, will be available to guests. Staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global) and Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).

  • No lifts
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6500.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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You should know

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.