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Fosshotel Vatnajokull

3.0 star property
Hotel in Höfn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Restaurant
Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi
Interior detail

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Lindarbakki, Höfn, 781
  • Place, Silfurnes Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Hornafjordur Art Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Ósland Nature Reserve
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hornafjordur Airport (HFN)
    ‪8 min drive‬
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Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Connecting Rooms | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Connecting Rooms

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Connecting Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Double Or Twin Room 2 Single Bed

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Höfn

Fosshotel Vatnajokull places you within a 15-minute drive of Silfurnes Golf Course and Hornafjordur Art Museum. This 66-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Silfurnes Golf Course - 14 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Hornafjordur Art Museum - 16 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Pakkhús Harbour - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Huldusteinn Stone Museum - 17 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Ósland Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hornafjordur Airport (HFN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fosshotel Vatnajokull - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fosshotel Vatnajokull

Hotel in Höfn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At Fosshotel Vatnajokull, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a TV in a common area, and a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and satellite TV. Phones and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 3,500 for adults and ISK 1,750 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 2 and January 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for ISK 4000 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ISK 3500 for adults and ISK 1750 for children
  • Pet fee: ISK 4000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Fosshotel Hotel Vatnajokull
Fosshotel Vatnajokull
Vatnajokull Fosshotel
Fosshotel Vatnajokull Hotel
Fosshotel Vatnajokull Höfn
Fosshotel Vatnajokull Hotel
Fosshotel Vatnajokull Hotel Höfn

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

Fosshotel Vatnajokull offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

Is there parking available at Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Fosshotel Vatnajokull feature a casino on the premises?

No, Fosshotel Vatnajokull doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Fosshotel Vatnajokull a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include kitchens and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Fosshotel Vatnajokull have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Fosshotel Vatnajokull serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Fosshotel Vatnajokull allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Fosshotel Vatnajokull for a fee of ISK 4000 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

The closest major airport to Fosshotel Vatnajokull is Hornafjordur Airport (HFN), which is 4.5 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Fosshotel Vatnajokull?

Yes, some guestrooms at Fosshotel Vatnajokull offer a balcony.

Fosshotel Vatnajokull Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 755 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Arnold

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room met our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were very few lodging options for the Hofn area as I booked last minute. I have always been satsified with Fosshotel facilities before, so I decided on this one despite the extreme expense. I realized once I arrived at the beautiful room that it was very expensive because it was a suite. I loved everything about it until it came time to sleep. 3 young men in the room below me kept me awake all night. I complained to the front desk and she spoke with them, but the noise continued until it was time for me to get up.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

vipin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

nice!

Very nice hotel. VERY small bathrooms, like most of Iceland!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great location, awesome views, very pristine and excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best sleep in this whole trip! Mattress felt like my own and same is the blanket. We booked a family room with two king size bed and two bathrooms (one is extremely large). The breakfast is standard, staff are very friendly! Talked to us about their experience coming to Iceland and offered travelling advice in her own country! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Hofn, nice view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex Nan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip, Auburn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ila, Minneapolis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel to stay at especially with the glacier view in the distance. My qualm is I think the hotel is due for renovation - seems older with old carpets and bathroom tile grout. Stayed at another Foss hotel on a previous trip and that one was way newer and cleaner. Other qualm is I think they forgot to add bedsheets. We were too tired to ask for them and just slept. But staff are amazing, welcoming and respectful - it’s why we know Foss Hotel is one of Iceland’s best hotel companies in Iceland.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome. Walls were thin though in the hotel rooms though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Beautiful setting with exceptional staff

We arrived late (10:00) and had a quick check-in. Parking was tight, but we found a spot. Room was comfortable and clean; access to the outdoors by sliding door was a fantastic plus. The highlight of the stay were the staff, however. We sat for a couple hours and chatted with the bartender (Polish fellow whose name I've forgotten) and receptionist (Mika), both of who were charming and just lovely people. Those are the kinds of experiences that make international travel memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandra, Lansdale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Friendly staff. Breakfast was good. Amenities could have been better. No shampoo or conditioner provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sujuan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, Skútustaðir is just across the street. Room is spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Saket

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Doug

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No screens on the windows and mosquitos/biting bug in the area, so staff asked that we keep windows closed. A very hot night. Shower was tiny and stinky. Old, black out curtains didn't block 30% of the light. Not a great room and this was the most expensive hotel on our trip at above $325 for a night. Front staff was not friendly upon arrival. Checking out was fine. Find another accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham, MONROE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and the staff friendly. They make a good latte not from an automatic machine. Shower in the room had an odd placement as it was a split shower/toilet in two separate locations. You exit shower directly to sleeping area which was odd. Overall though, nice hotel and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean convenient nice restaurant only disadvantage no elevator but help was offered with luggage if required
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Harold

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

This hotel is clean and the staff is friendly but the area we stayed in, which may have been the old part of the building, was very dated feeling. The room was quite a let-down. The bathroom was tiny-could barely fit in the shower. Breakfast was expensive and very average. The views were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: Great view of the glacier and great staff! Cons: TV channels did not work and it’s an isolated location.
View of Vatnajokull from hotel room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room. Plenty of space. Saw some wild reindeer just over the road too which made the stay even better. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025