Featuring views of Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull, Fosshotel Vatnajokull offers heated rooms with satellite TV and private bathrooms with shower. Hofn Airport is 3.1 mi away. Activities available at Fosshotel Vatnajokull range from guided glacier tours to boat trips on the Jokulsarlon lagoon. Guided hiking trips to Skaftafell National Park can also be arranged. Meals are served at the in-house restaurant with panoramic views. Drinks can be enjoyed in the bar. The Icelandic Route 1 Ring Road is 1.2 mi away. Hofn town center is within 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Islandshotel
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.2
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
8.7
Low score for Höfn
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Danielle
    United States of America United States of America
    View of the glacier at sunset followed by the Northern Lights was a highlight! Easy to get outside and away from lights to view the Northern Lights. The food was delicious.
  • Tami
    Israel Israel
    big room, organized a bit different than usual. big window to the open field. room is clean. and has all you need. good WiFi. Very good breakfast.
  • Renee
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful rooms! Clean .Staff was very friendly .Breakfeast was delicious

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Dinner

Amenities of Fosshótel Vatnajökull
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Happy hour
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Icelandic
  • Polish

House rules
Fosshótel Vatnajökull takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that charges will be made in EUR according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.

Please note that GPS coordinates are not always accurate for this area. You should contact Fosshótel Vatnajökull for directions.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Fosshótel Vatnajökull

  • Fosshótel Vatnajökull has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • Check-in at Fosshótel Vatnajökull is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at Fosshótel Vatnajökull include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Family
  • Fosshótel Vatnajökull offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Happy hour
  • The prices at Fosshótel Vatnajökull may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Fosshótel Vatnajökull is 6.8 miles from the center of Höfn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.