Title: Guesthouse Skálafell - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Guesthouse Skálafell Travelers find natural beauty and convenience at this peaceful guesthouse near Vatnajokull, with complimentary lobby coffee and tea to fuel glacier adventures. ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/28411056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/22d4511b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/f8cf6ef6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/bbb80638.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/1fa13b81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 2 - Oct. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 3 - Oct. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=24048251&PinnedHotelID=24048251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Family Cottage, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/c51b39be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Cottage, Private Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating 2 bedrooms Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping Desk - 387 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/3b7c320f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Desk Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 172 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/0dd94276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Netflix - 151 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24048300/24048251/22d4511b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Private bathroom Desk Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 226 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHofn-Hotels-Guesthouse-Skalafell.h24048251.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHofn-Hotels-Guesthouse-Skalafell.h24048251.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C64.24772%2C-15.68648&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GuW_2g4RMGuGt7DCKaBUlpg6-uE=) 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 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 ## Similar properties ![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30500000/30491000/30490922/da8c0a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brunnhóll Country Guesthouse Höfn - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Game room 9.0 Wonderful 327 reviews CA $168 CA $195 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=30490922&PinnedHotelID=30490922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19373300/19373221/16bfec10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lilja Guesthouse Höfn - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 572 reviews CA $164 CA $192 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=19373221&PinnedHotelID=19373221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27052500/27052423/b7ba617a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Smyrlabjorg Höfn - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 388 reviews CA $235 CA $279 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=27052423&PinnedHotelID=27052423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31430000/31427300/31427295/95dcc232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kálfafellsstaður Guesthouse Kalfatellsstadhur - Parking included - Free WiFi - Housekeeping 9.2 Wonderful 135 reviews CA $280 CA $321 total includes taxes & fees Oct 25 - Oct 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=31427295&PinnedHotelID=31427295&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34770000/34761200/34761161/8caca5a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hólmur Farm Höfn - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 28 reviews CA $173 CA $201 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - Oct 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=34761161&PinnedHotelID=34761161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36040000/36037800/36037749/7a88d554.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guesthouse Stekkatún Höfn - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Bar 8.8 Excellent 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=36037749&PinnedHotelID=36037749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/24000000/23996000/23995980/b619dd87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rauðaberg II Höfn - Parking included - Free WiFi - Soundproof rooms - Kitchen 8.0 Very good 63 reviews CA $58 CA $73 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=23995980&PinnedHotelID=23995980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93450000/93450000/93449917/20bbe433.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haukafell Campground - Rent a Tent Hofn 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=93449917&PinnedHotelID=93449917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Skálafell? > As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Skálafell on Oct 24, 2025 start from CA $198.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Hofn-Hotels-Guesthouse-Skalafell.h24048251.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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