Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

2 × Double or Twin Room
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Max adults: 2
Max adults: 2
Each unit has:
Beds: 2 single beds
Cot available on request
or 1 double bed
Cot available on request
Non-refundable
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Breakfast included
We have 2 left
US$326 per night
Price US$979
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Set on a farm by Vatnajökull National Park, just 600 metres from the Ring Road, is this family-owned guest house. It offers a furnished terrace and an on-site restaurant with bar. Views of the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed from all rooms at Guesthouse Skálafell, along with wooden floors and a wardrobe. Some have a private bathroom, while others have access to shared facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, such as the communal TV lounge. Skálafell’s breakfast buffet provides homemade jams, pancakes and waffles, while dishes made from local produce and meat are served for dinner. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is 40 km away and Skálafellsjökull Glacier is 3 km from the guest house. Other area activities include hiking, jeep excursions and horseback riding trips.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Top pick by families with children

Options with:

  • River view

  • FREE parking!


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Double or Twin Room
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US$489 for 3 nights
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Superior Double or Twin Room
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  • 2 single beds
US$535 for 3 nights
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Double or Twin Room
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Cot available on request
Balcony
River view
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Cable channels
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$163 per night
Price US$489
Excluded: € 5.5 City tax per night, 11 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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  • We have 2 left
  • 2 single beds
Cot available on request
226 feet²
Balcony
River view
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$178 per night
Price US$535
Excluded: € 5.5 City tax per night, 11 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The guesthouse is in a secluded location, very quiet, but with lovely surroundings of river and waterfall.
  • Sheena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely quiet location but not too far away from tourist locations, perfect for us as we like being away from the busier areas. Lovely breakfast and staff too. Highlight was the marked hike up to the Glacier at the back of the property, but make...
  • Alen
    Croatia Croatia
    Very big room, decent breakfast, and very polite staff. Great for people who seeks peace and quite. Bonus: Super cute dog Saga that you can hang out with, even take her for a hike to the mountain.
  • Franz
    Germany Germany
    Everything was as or better than expected in addition the hosts were very friendly and helpful and gave valuable tips for things to do in the area
  • Olga
    Poland Poland
    The view was amazing, during the night you could see the northern lights. Our room was warm and clean and breakfast was very good.
  • Luca
    Austria Austria
    Premise: we had to book 2 rooms because the family rooms (I suppose they have some) were all booked. The place was nice and the services were really good. The breakfast was good also, with a good selection of things.
  • Marcosino
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Perfect location for hikes in the glacier area. Nice breakfast, beautiful countryside. About 15min drive away from dinner locations.
  • Tom
    Netherlands Netherlands
    - Nice staff - Great breakfast - large room with nice view - Everything is clean and neat - Nice view
  • Martinszeps
    Latvia Latvia
    The guesthouse has everything you need for a pleasant stay. In particular, we enjoyed the breakfast and the friendly and helpful hosts. The guesthouse is located at the starting point of a hike that we enjoyed thoroughly.
  • Rocynn
    Australia Australia
    WE SAW THE AURORA. Breakfast included! The cabin was awesome! We had the big/family cabin. Has queen bed and bunkbedx2. Has stove fridge kitchen stuff except microwave huhu. Has balcony where in you can wait and watch for the northern...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 22 per child, per night
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 60 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 18:00 please inform Guesthouse Skálafell in advance.

Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).