Glacier World - Hoffell Guesthouse
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About this property
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free Wi-Fi and heating, as well as towels and bed sheets. Other amenities include hypo-allergenic bedding, an electric kettle, tour/ticket assistance and housekee...
Location
Hoffell is home to Glacier World - Hoffell. Silfurnes Golf Course and Pakkhús Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vatnajökull National Park and Ósland Nature Reserve. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs.
Parking
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Non-smoking rooms
Banquet facilities
Garden
Hiking
Room options
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Twin Room with View
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
178 ft²
Garden ViewMountain ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomCrib(s)
11
Apartment with Mountain View
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
323 ft²
Garden ViewMountain ViewHeatingKitchenettePrivate BathroomPrivate EntranceAccessible by Stairs
10
Standard Triple Room
Room details
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 3
285 ft²
Garden ViewMountain ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomCrib(s)
18
Superior Apartment
Room details
2 Single Beds
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
388 ft²
Garden ViewMountain ViewHeatingKitchenettePrivate BathroomPrivate EntranceAccessible by Stairs
Guest reviews of Glacier World - Hoffell Guesthouse
8.5
Very good
Based on 351 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Glacier World - Hoffell Guesthouse, travelers praise the dramatic glacier views, friendly staff, and relaxing geothermal hot tubs, while noting straightforward breakfasts and a few room or facility quirks, for a stay that mixes striking scenery with practical simplicity.
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At Glacier World - Hoffell Guesthouse, travelers praise the dramatic glacier views, friendly staff, and relaxing geothermal hot tubs, while noting straightforward breakfasts and a few room or facility quirks, for a stay that mixes striking scenery with practical simplicity.
The setting is scenic and secluded near Hofn and the Ring Road, placing glacier areas and town services within easy reach. Rooms are generally spacious with modern touches, but a few reviews mention dated bathrooms, minor maintenance issues, limited storage, or noise. A couple of guests reported nighttime fire alarms disrupting sleep. Expect a quiet, nature-focused base with straightforward comforts.
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Facilities
Geothermal hot tubs are a highlight and included for guests, offering relaxing soaks with glacier scenery. Some guests mention limited hours, occasional crowding by day visitors, or a short walk from rooms to reach them.
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Alexandra
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was really nice and located right by the Glacier. Please be aware of the geothermal pool hours as they do have operating hours which you can find on Google. The tubs closed at 9:30p and we were disappointed since it’s not clear on any website what those are unless you specifically find it on Google. Staff was friendly and breakfast good. Great views.
The property was really nice and located right by the Glacier. Please be aware of the geothermal pool hours as they do have operating hours which you can find on Google. The tubs closed at 9:30p and we were disappointed since it’s not clear on any website what those are unless you specifically find it on Google. Staff was friendly and breakfast good. Great views.
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Stefan
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das Apartment und die Einrichtung scheint relativ neu zu sein. Es war auch sauber und der Service freundlich. Die Betten sind bequem und für mich aber zu weich. Was aber auf jeden Fall noch ergänzt werden muss, ist eine Garderobe oder zumindest eine Aufhängemöglichkeit für Jacken. Bei einer Übernachtung zwar nicht unbedingt notwendig , aber hilfreich: Schrank oder eine Kleiderstange. Für mich immer absolut ärgerlich , wenn im Bad Haken und Handtuchhalter fehlen. Der Minimülleimer im Bad reicht auch nicht aus, warum gibt es keinen weiteren Abfalleimer. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes , am ersten Tag gab es nicht mal Milch !!!. Alles in allem sind es dann doch zu viele negative Punkte bei dem hohen Preis. Ich würde hier zu diesem Preis (über 400 EUR/Nacht) nicht noch einmal übernachten. Die Tubes waren am Ende des Tages auch voll mit Tagesgästen, so dass die im Preis inkludierten Hot Tubs nicht genutzt werden konnten
Das Apartment und die Einrichtung scheint relativ neu zu sein. Es war auch sauber und der Service freundlich. Die Betten sind bequem und für mich aber zu weich. Was aber auf jeden Fall noch ergänzt werden muss, ist eine Garderobe oder zumindest eine Aufhängemöglichkeit für Jacken. Bei einer Übernachtung zwar nicht unbedingt notwendig , aber hilfreich: Schrank oder eine Kleiderstange. Für mich immer absolut ärgerlich , wenn im Bad Haken und Handtuchhalter fehlen. Der Minimülleimer im Bad reicht auch nicht aus, warum gibt es keinen weiteren Abfalleimer. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes , am ersten Tag gab es nicht mal Milch !!!. Alles in allem sind es dann doch zu viele negative Punkte bei dem hohen Preis. Ich würde hier zu diesem Preis (über 400 EUR/Nacht) nicht noch einmal übernachten. Die Tubes waren am Ende des Tages auch voll mit Tagesgästen, so dass die im Preis inkludierten Hot Tubs nicht genutzt werden konnten
10
Adam
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice place to stay. After a busy day the included hot tub was a real bonus.
Really nice place to stay. After a busy day the included hot tub was a real bonus.
10
Dustin
23 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Sehr große Zimmer. Bäder ebenfalls sehr geräumig. Sehr leckeres Frühstück inkl. frischer warmer Waffeln. Den Zugang zu den Hot Tubes gibt es beim Buchen der Unterkunft gratis dazu. Schöner Blick auf den Gletscher. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Sehr große Zimmer. Bäder ebenfalls sehr geräumig. Sehr leckeres Frühstück inkl. frischer warmer Waffeln. Den Zugang zu den Hot Tubes gibt es beim Buchen der Unterkunft gratis dazu. Schöner Blick auf den Gletscher. Sehr empfehlenswert.
10
Christina
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hot tubs were wonderful- service excellent and location beautiful!
The hot tubs were wonderful- service excellent and location beautiful!
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Emmanuel
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Chambres correctes, simples et fonctionnels. Personnel sympathique. Petit dejeuner ok meme si peut mieux faire sur la partie plats chauds. Le top, c'est les hot tubes tout neufs tres jolis avec vue sur le glacier et gratuits pour les clients de l'hotel.
Chambres correctes, simples et fonctionnels. Personnel sympathique. Petit dejeuner ok meme si peut mieux faire sur la partie plats chauds. Le top, c'est les hot tubes tout neufs tres jolis avec vue sur le glacier et gratuits pour les clients de l'hotel.
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stephen
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Arrive early so you can enjoy the hot tub& view. Beautiful setting and view from room. Comfortable bed and great breakfast and view in dining area.
Arrive early so you can enjoy the hot tub& view. Beautiful setting and view from room. Comfortable bed and great breakfast and view in dining area.
10
Malin
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely set hotel. We had a nice big and clean room. Friendly staff and we finished our long drive there with a nice dip in the geothermal pool and a cold beer.
Lovely set hotel. We had a nice big and clean room. Friendly staff and we finished our long drive there with a nice dip in the geothermal pool and a cold beer.
10
Chooi Ney
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was so comfortable with heating floor system. The breakfast was pretty simple but we appreciated the staff specially prepared the breakfast earlier for us as we need to head out earlier for our glacier excursion. We enjoyed the hot tub very much! We can even saw the glacier from the hotel room! Highly recommended!
The hotel was so comfortable with heating floor system. The breakfast was pretty simple but we appreciated the staff specially prepared the breakfast earlier for us as we need to head out earlier for our glacier excursion. We enjoyed the hot tub very much! We can even saw the glacier from the hotel room! Highly recommended!
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Lorne
17 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was comfy enough but tv didnt work and should be removed. Breakfast was basic, juice was terrible (diluted?) Didnt use hot tubs as were a distance from actual property. View was lovely from room. Fine for one night stop over. Obviously making improvements but no noise or activity during our stay.
Room was comfy enough but tv didnt work and should be removed. Breakfast was basic, juice was terrible (diluted?) Didnt use hot tubs as were a distance from actual property. View was lovely from room. Fine for one night stop over. Obviously making improvements but no noise or activity during our stay.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms as clean, with several noting spotless standards. There is an isolated report of stained linens.
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Tze wai
3 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staffs are nice , room is clean and comfortable.
Staffs are nice , room is clean and comfortable.
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David
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Small b&b kind of in the middle of nowhere with a great view of the glaciers outflow area. Rooms were nice, clean, and had great blackout curtains. The breakfast was good. Staff friendly. There’s horses and sheep in the property next door so it was neat to watch them
Small b&b kind of in the middle of nowhere with a great view of the glaciers outflow area. Rooms were nice, clean, and had great blackout curtains. The breakfast was good. Staff friendly. There’s horses and sheep in the property next door so it was neat to watch them
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Michael
22 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nachts wurden wir von einem Feueralarm geweckt, der alle nach draussen jagte und nach etwa 5 Minuten wieder aus war. Bei der Abreise wurde auf Rückfrage nach dem Grund nur gesagt, dass dies regelmässig vorkäme. Eine Entschuldigung blieb aus und wenn es regelmässig vorkommt, wäre wohl eine Ursachensuche und -beseitigung angebracht. Bei einem unserer Betten waren Bettlaken und Decke noch mit Blutflecken von Vorgängern verschmutzt.
Nachts wurden wir von einem Feueralarm geweckt, der alle nach draussen jagte und nach etwa 5 Minuten wieder aus war. Bei der Abreise wurde auf Rückfrage nach dem Grund nur gesagt, dass dies regelmässig vorkäme. Eine Entschuldigung blieb aus und wenn es regelmässig vorkommt, wäre wohl eine Ursachensuche und -beseitigung angebracht. Bei einem unserer Betten waren Bettlaken und Decke noch mit Blutflecken von Vorgängern verschmutzt.
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Ermin
14 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, spacious rooms. Free breakfast was decent. Would stay again.
Clean, spacious rooms. Free breakfast was decent. Would stay again.
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Stefan
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das Apartment und die Einrichtung scheint relativ neu zu sein. Es war auch sauber und der Service freundlich. Die Betten sind bequem und für mich aber zu weich. Was aber auf jeden Fall noch ergänzt werden muss, ist eine Garderobe oder zumindest eine Aufhängemöglichkeit für Jacken. Bei einer Übernachtung zwar nicht unbedingt notwendig , aber hilfreich: Schrank oder eine Kleiderstange. Für mich immer absolut ärgerlich , wenn im Bad Haken und Handtuchhalter fehlen. Der Minimülleimer im Bad reicht auch nicht aus, warum gibt es keinen weiteren Abfalleimer. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes , am ersten Tag gab es nicht mal Milch !!!. Alles in allem sind es dann doch zu viele negative Punkte bei dem hohen Preis. Ich würde hier zu diesem Preis (über 400 EUR/Nacht) nicht noch einmal übernachten. Die Tubes waren am Ende des Tages auch voll mit Tagesgästen, so dass die im Preis inkludierten Hot Tubs nicht genutzt werden konnten
Das Apartment und die Einrichtung scheint relativ neu zu sein. Es war auch sauber und der Service freundlich. Die Betten sind bequem und für mich aber zu weich. Was aber auf jeden Fall noch ergänzt werden muss, ist eine Garderobe oder zumindest eine Aufhängemöglichkeit für Jacken. Bei einer Übernachtung zwar nicht unbedingt notwendig , aber hilfreich: Schrank oder eine Kleiderstange. Für mich immer absolut ärgerlich , wenn im Bad Haken und Handtuchhalter fehlen. Der Minimülleimer im Bad reicht auch nicht aus, warum gibt es keinen weiteren Abfalleimer. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes , am ersten Tag gab es nicht mal Milch !!!. Alles in allem sind es dann doch zu viele negative Punkte bei dem hohen Preis. Ich würde hier zu diesem Preis (über 400 EUR/Nacht) nicht noch einmal übernachten. Die Tubes waren am Ende des Tages auch voll mit Tagesgästen, so dass die im Preis inkludierten Hot Tubs nicht genutzt werden konnten
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Bonnie
26 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were excited to stay here because of the view of the glacier, and enjoyed our stay. Our room was clean and we had a beautiful view of horses and caribou! grazing just outside our window in a grassy field. We could also see the glacier off in the distance from our room window and from the dining room and deck right off the dining area. The breakfast had lots of choices. The staff was very friendly and communicative with us. We highly recommend!
We were excited to stay here because of the view of the glacier, and enjoyed our stay. Our room was clean and we had a beautiful view of horses and caribou! grazing just outside our window in a grassy field. We could also see the glacier off in the distance from our room window and from the dining room and deck right off the dining area. The breakfast had lots of choices. The staff was very friendly and communicative with us. We highly recommend!
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Julie
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nous avions une chambre avec 3 lits. Elle était très grande et propre. Nous avons pu nourrir les chevaux.
Nous avions une chambre avec 3 lits. Elle était très grande et propre. Nous avons pu nourrir les chevaux.
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Ying
15 Oct 2023
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The location is not far from the glacier, the room is clean, very nice hotel
The location is not far from the glacier, the room is clean, very nice hotel
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Magdalena
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property! Stunning views all around, very close to Hofn! The room was spotless and very modern! Martyna (the host) was the best, making sure we felt comfortable the entire stay! Breakfast was included and delicious! 10/10 recommend!
Beautiful property! Stunning views all around, very close to Hofn! The room was spotless and very modern! Martyna (the host) was the best, making sure we felt comfortable the entire stay! Breakfast was included and delicious! 10/10 recommend!
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Malin
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely set hotel. We had a nice big and clean room. Friendly staff and we finished our long drive there with a nice dip in the geothermal pool and a cold beer.
Lovely set hotel. We had a nice big and clean room. Friendly staff and we finished our long drive there with a nice dip in the geothermal pool and a cold beer.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with some modern touches and views. A few guests report dated bathrooms, minor maintenance or equipment issues (e.g., TV, drains, heating), limited storage, or noise.
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Stefan
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das Apartment und die Einrichtung scheint relativ neu zu sein. Es war auch sauber und der Service freundlich. Die Betten sind bequem und für mich aber zu weich. Was aber auf jeden Fall noch ergänzt werden muss, ist eine Garderobe oder zumindest eine Aufhängemöglichkeit für Jacken. Bei einer Übernachtung zwar nicht unbedingt notwendig , aber hilfreich: Schrank oder eine Kleiderstange. Für mich immer absolut ärgerlich , wenn im Bad Haken und Handtuchhalter fehlen. Der Minimülleimer im Bad reicht auch nicht aus, warum gibt es keinen weiteren Abfalleimer. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes , am ersten Tag gab es nicht mal Milch !!!. Alles in allem sind es dann doch zu viele negative Punkte bei dem hohen Preis. Ich würde hier zu diesem Preis (über 400 EUR/Nacht) nicht noch einmal übernachten. Die Tubes waren am Ende des Tages auch voll mit Tagesgästen, so dass die im Preis inkludierten Hot Tubs nicht genutzt werden konnten
Das Apartment und die Einrichtung scheint relativ neu zu sein. Es war auch sauber und der Service freundlich. Die Betten sind bequem und für mich aber zu weich. Was aber auf jeden Fall noch ergänzt werden muss, ist eine Garderobe oder zumindest eine Aufhängemöglichkeit für Jacken. Bei einer Übernachtung zwar nicht unbedingt notwendig , aber hilfreich: Schrank oder eine Kleiderstange. Für mich immer absolut ärgerlich , wenn im Bad Haken und Handtuchhalter fehlen. Der Minimülleimer im Bad reicht auch nicht aus, warum gibt es keinen weiteren Abfalleimer. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes , am ersten Tag gab es nicht mal Milch !!!. Alles in allem sind es dann doch zu viele negative Punkte bei dem hohen Preis. Ich würde hier zu diesem Preis (über 400 EUR/Nacht) nicht noch einmal übernachten. Die Tubes waren am Ende des Tages auch voll mit Tagesgästen, so dass die im Preis inkludierten Hot Tubs nicht genutzt werden konnten
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Elisabeth
24 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Simpel en net hotel. Waardeloze service en het ontbijt is minimaal (wit brood met kaas/worst of jam). Alles is zeer gehorig.
Simpel en net hotel. Waardeloze service en het ontbijt is minimaal (wit brood met kaas/worst of jam). Alles is zeer gehorig.
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Dustin
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sehr große Zimmer. Bäder ebenfalls sehr geräumig. Sehr leckeres Frühstück inkl. frischer warmer Waffeln. Den Zugang zu den Hot Tubes gibt es beim Buchen der Unterkunft gratis dazu. Schöner Blick auf den Gletscher. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Sehr große Zimmer. Bäder ebenfalls sehr geräumig. Sehr leckeres Frühstück inkl. frischer warmer Waffeln. Den Zugang zu den Hot Tubes gibt es beim Buchen der Unterkunft gratis dazu. Schöner Blick auf den Gletscher. Sehr empfehlenswert.
10
Rachel
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Delightful stay at Glacier World! Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anyone visiting Iceland especially on a budget. Lovely front desk gal (named started with an “M” I believe) made us sandwiches and gave us fruit to go since we wouldn’t make breakfast the next day. Cozy reception area. Strong WiFi. 10/10 hospitality.
Delightful stay at Glacier World! Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anyone visiting Iceland especially on a budget. Lovely front desk gal (named started with an “M” I believe) made us sandwiches and gave us fruit to go since we wouldn’t make breakfast the next day. Cozy reception area. Strong WiFi. 10/10 hospitality.
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adam
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The part of the building I was in seemed brand new but seems as if it was rushed to put together. Quite and beautiful views with an excellent breakfast.
The part of the building I was in seemed brand new but seems as if it was rushed to put together. Quite and beautiful views with an excellent breakfast.
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Magdalena
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property! Stunning views all around, very close to Hofn! The room was spotless and very modern! Martyna (the host) was the best, making sure we felt comfortable the entire stay! Breakfast was included and delicious! 10/10 recommend!
Beautiful property! Stunning views all around, very close to Hofn! The room was spotless and very modern! Martyna (the host) was the best, making sure we felt comfortable the entire stay! Breakfast was included and delicious! 10/10 recommend!
10
Chooi Ney
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was so comfortable with heating floor system. The breakfast was pretty simple but we appreciated the staff specially prepared the breakfast earlier for us as we need to head out earlier for our glacier excursion. We enjoyed the hot tub very much! We can even saw the glacier from the hotel room! Highly recommended!
The hotel was so comfortable with heating floor system. The breakfast was pretty simple but we appreciated the staff specially prepared the breakfast earlier for us as we need to head out earlier for our glacier excursion. We enjoyed the hot tub very much! We can even saw the glacier from the hotel room! Highly recommended!
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Julian
27 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room is now a little bit outdated. The bathroom in particular is in urgent need of renovation. Everything else was really good. We enjoyed the hot-pot very much and the communication by mail was very uncomplicated.
The room is now a little bit outdated. The bathroom in particular is in urgent need of renovation. Everything else was really good. We enjoyed the hot-pot very much and the communication by mail was very uncomplicated.
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Keri
10 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We saw northern lights from the road. The room was spacious. The drain wasn’t great, the TV didn’t work and there was no hear, it was really cold. The location was magnificent!
We saw northern lights from the road. The room was spacious. The drain wasn’t great, the TV didn’t work and there was no hear, it was really cold. The location was magnificent!
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Lorne
17 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was comfy enough but tv didnt work and should be removed. Breakfast was basic, juice was terrible (diluted?) Didnt use hot tubs as were a distance from actual property. View was lovely from room. Fine for one night stop over. Obviously making improvements but no noise or activity during our stay.
Room was comfy enough but tv didnt work and should be removed. Breakfast was basic, juice was terrible (diluted?) Didnt use hot tubs as were a distance from actual property. View was lovely from room. Fine for one night stop over. Obviously making improvements but no noise or activity during our stay.
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Service
Staff are broadly praised as friendly and accommodating, with thoughtful gestures like early breakfasts, packed food, converters, and help with late checkout. A few guests experienced limited on-site interaction, slow responses, or lapses in communication.
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Marie-Charlotte
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was great! The receptionist who checked us in - didn’t catch his name - was very kind. I believe, however, that they ran out of the type of rooms we booked and gave us a mobility accessible room instead. I think it should have been mentioned at check in, but no big deal.
Everything was great! The receptionist who checked us in - didn’t catch his name - was very kind. I believe, however, that they ran out of the type of rooms we booked and gave us a mobility accessible room instead. I think it should have been mentioned at check in, but no big deal.
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Lynn
27 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful staff ( they even gave us an electrical converter after ours was lost !), wonderful breakfast and we saw the northern lights! Perfect stay!
Wonderful staff ( they even gave us an electrical converter after ours was lost !), wonderful breakfast and we saw the northern lights! Perfect stay!
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May
5 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cetais fermer avant 15h je devais attendre dehors . Aucun reponse de mes messages avant de men venir. Faux publiciter de spa. Le spa fallais marcher un 500 mètres. Cetais humide la chambre il y avait pas de ventilation terrible!
Cetais fermer avant 15h je devais attendre dehors . Aucun reponse de mes messages avant de men venir. Faux publiciter de spa. Le spa fallais marcher un 500 mètres. Cetais humide la chambre il y avait pas de ventilation terrible!
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Rachel
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Delightful stay at Glacier World! Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anyone visiting Iceland especially on a budget. Lovely front desk gal (named started with an “M” I believe) made us sandwiches and gave us fruit to go since we wouldn’t make breakfast the next day. Cozy reception area. Strong WiFi. 10/10 hospitality.
Delightful stay at Glacier World! Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anyone visiting Iceland especially on a budget. Lovely front desk gal (named started with an “M” I believe) made us sandwiches and gave us fruit to go since we wouldn’t make breakfast the next day. Cozy reception area. Strong WiFi. 10/10 hospitality.
10
Christina
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hot tubs were wonderful- service excellent and location beautiful!
The hot tubs were wonderful- service excellent and location beautiful!
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Magdalena
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property! Stunning views all around, very close to Hofn! The room was spotless and very modern! Martyna (the host) was the best, making sure we felt comfortable the entire stay! Breakfast was included and delicious! 10/10 recommend!
Beautiful property! Stunning views all around, very close to Hofn! The room was spotless and very modern! Martyna (the host) was the best, making sure we felt comfortable the entire stay! Breakfast was included and delicious! 10/10 recommend!
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Chooi Ney
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was so comfortable with heating floor system. The breakfast was pretty simple but we appreciated the staff specially prepared the breakfast earlier for us as we need to head out earlier for our glacier excursion. We enjoyed the hot tub very much! We can even saw the glacier from the hotel room! Highly recommended!
The hotel was so comfortable with heating floor system. The breakfast was pretty simple but we appreciated the staff specially prepared the breakfast earlier for us as we need to head out earlier for our glacier excursion. We enjoyed the hot tub very much! We can even saw the glacier from the hotel room! Highly recommended!
10
David
1 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for a glacier walk. Staff was great working with us on a late checkout. Great breakfast buffet!
Great location for a glacier walk. Staff was great working with us on a late checkout. Great breakfast buffet!
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Diego
14 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect lodging for aurora viewing. You have the glacier just across the field. We got a message from the reception that there wasn't going to be anyone at the desk upon our arrival (a little offputting but it resulted to be ok after all) the breakfast was good. I would recomend this place 100%
Perfect lodging for aurora viewing. You have the glacier just across the field. We got a message from the reception that there wasn't going to be anyone at the desk upon our arrival (a little offputting but it resulted to be ok after all) the breakfast was good. I would recomend this place 100%
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HANNAH
15 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Basic, fine for a night. No luxury/comfort. Room- bathroom lacked shampoo, etc. One pillow, and bedding not great. Breakfast - very basic. Communication before we arrived was super helpful as we were arriving late but little interaction when there even when trying to hand key back in. Beautiful view of glacier.
Basic, fine for a night. No luxury/comfort. Room- bathroom lacked shampoo, etc. One pillow, and bedding not great. Breakfast - very basic. Communication before we arrived was super helpful as we were arriving late but little interaction when there even when trying to hand key back in. Beautiful view of glacier.
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Location
Scenic, secluded setting near Hofn and the Ring Road, convenient for glacier activities and sightseeing. Many appreciate the countryside feel and dark skies for aurora viewing.
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Sonaly
28 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great secluded place near Hofn. Beautiful scenery!
Great secluded place near Hofn. Beautiful scenery!
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Michelle
12 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This guesthouse is located in an extremely beautiful location and is by itself so that it feels very private. Guests have access to the hot spring pools, which are lovely and, again, just in the best location. The scenery is amazing. The staff is wonderful and helpful and the rooms are very nice.
This guesthouse is located in an extremely beautiful location and is by itself so that it feels very private. Guests have access to the hot spring pools, which are lovely and, again, just in the best location. The scenery is amazing. The staff is wonderful and helpful and the rooms are very nice.
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Teresa
1 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean property- breakfast was acceptable- not good but acceptable- glacier view was beautiful- fire alarms at 2 AM really affected sleep but you can't make people behave
Nice clean property- breakfast was acceptable- not good but acceptable- glacier view was beautiful- fire alarms at 2 AM really affected sleep but you can't make people behave
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stephen
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Arrive early so you can enjoy the hot tub& view. Beautiful setting and view from room. Comfortable bed and great breakfast and view in dining area.
Arrive early so you can enjoy the hot tub& view. Beautiful setting and view from room. Comfortable bed and great breakfast and view in dining area.
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Ying
15 Oct 2023
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The location is not far from the glacier, the room is clean, very nice hotel
The location is not far from the glacier, the room is clean, very nice hotel
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Christian
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful farm country. Picturesque breakfast dining area. Nice people. Close to Hofn. One hour to the icebergs. Get gas in Hofn before you haed out.
Beautiful farm country. Picturesque breakfast dining area. Nice people. Close to Hofn. One hour to the icebergs. Get gas in Hofn before you haed out.
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Michael
16 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
come on it is Glacier World. The view, the hot springs baths, the staff, the room all were fantastic
come on it is Glacier World. The view, the hot springs baths, the staff, the room all were fantastic
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Diego
14 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect lodging for aurora viewing. You have the glacier just across the field. We got a message from the reception that there wasn't going to be anyone at the desk upon our arrival (a little offputting but it resulted to be ok after all) the breakfast was good. I would recomend this place 100%
Perfect lodging for aurora viewing. You have the glacier just across the field. We got a message from the reception that there wasn't going to be anyone at the desk upon our arrival (a little offputting but it resulted to be ok after all) the breakfast was good. I would recomend this place 100%
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Margaret
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
One tongue of the glacier was almost right next to the guest house!! The location - right off of the ring road and close to Hofn - was very convenient.
One tongue of the glacier was almost right next to the guest house!! The location - right off of the ring road and close to Hofn - was very convenient.
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Virginia
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The setting is what makes this property exceptional, as it provides a perfect, close view of the nearby glacier, with Icelandic horses in the foreground--absolute epic!
The setting is what makes this property exceptional, as it provides a perfect, close view of the nearby glacier, with Icelandic horses in the foreground--absolute epic!
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Dining
Breakfast is generally good but simple, with some guests praising variety or waffles and others finding it basic or missing items. Overall quality is adequate rather than indulgent.
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Ermin
14 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, spacious rooms. Free breakfast was decent. Would stay again.
Clean, spacious rooms. Free breakfast was decent. Would stay again.
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Dustin
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sehr große Zimmer. Bäder ebenfalls sehr geräumig. Sehr leckeres Frühstück inkl. frischer warmer Waffeln. Den Zugang zu den Hot Tubes gibt es beim Buchen der Unterkunft gratis dazu. Schöner Blick auf den Gletscher. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Sehr große Zimmer. Bäder ebenfalls sehr geräumig. Sehr leckeres Frühstück inkl. frischer warmer Waffeln. Den Zugang zu den Hot Tubes gibt es beim Buchen der Unterkunft gratis dazu. Schöner Blick auf den Gletscher. Sehr empfehlenswert.
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BALDEV
22 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is a gem in the middle of nowhere. Amazing view of the Glacier and an evening relaxing in the hot spring with a glass wine was just perfection. Easy hike to edge of hotel. Hostess was very gracious and helpful. Breakfast simple but tasty, coffee awesome.
Hotel is a gem in the middle of nowhere. Amazing view of the Glacier and an evening relaxing in the hot spring with a glass wine was just perfection. Easy hike to edge of hotel. Hostess was very gracious and helpful. Breakfast simple but tasty, coffee awesome.
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Emmanuel
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Chambres correctes, simples et fonctionnels. Personnel sympathique. Petit dejeuner ok meme si peut mieux faire sur la partie plats chauds. Le top, c'est les hot tubes tout neufs tres jolis avec vue sur le glacier et gratuits pour les clients de l'hotel.
Chambres correctes, simples et fonctionnels. Personnel sympathique. Petit dejeuner ok meme si peut mieux faire sur la partie plats chauds. Le top, c'est les hot tubes tout neufs tres jolis avec vue sur le glacier et gratuits pour les clients de l'hotel.
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adam
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The part of the building I was in seemed brand new but seems as if it was rushed to put together. Quite and beautiful views with an excellent breakfast.
The part of the building I was in seemed brand new but seems as if it was rushed to put together. Quite and beautiful views with an excellent breakfast.
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stephen
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Arrive early so you can enjoy the hot tub& view. Beautiful setting and view from room. Comfortable bed and great breakfast and view in dining area.
Arrive early so you can enjoy the hot tub& view. Beautiful setting and view from room. Comfortable bed and great breakfast and view in dining area.
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David
1 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for a glacier walk. Staff was great working with us on a late checkout. Great breakfast buffet!
Great location for a glacier walk. Staff was great working with us on a late checkout. Great breakfast buffet!
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HANNAH
15 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Basic, fine for a night. No luxury/comfort. Room- bathroom lacked shampoo, etc. One pillow, and bedding not great. Breakfast - very basic. Communication before we arrived was super helpful as we were arriving late but little interaction when there even when trying to hand key back in. Beautiful view of glacier.
Basic, fine for a night. No luxury/comfort. Room- bathroom lacked shampoo, etc. One pillow, and bedding not great. Breakfast - very basic. Communication before we arrived was super helpful as we were arriving late but little interaction when there even when trying to hand key back in. Beautiful view of glacier.
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Christine
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Un bon choix juste après une belle journée au glacier de Jokursarlon et Diamond beach. Chambre vaste et confortable. Excellent petit déjeuner. A recommander !
Un bon choix juste après une belle journée au glacier de Jokursarlon et Diamond beach. Chambre vaste et confortable. Excellent petit déjeuner. A recommander !
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Lorne
17 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was comfy enough but tv didnt work and should be removed. Breakfast was basic, juice was terrible (diluted?) Didnt use hot tubs as were a distance from actual property. View was lovely from room. Fine for one night stop over. Obviously making improvements but no noise or activity during our stay.
Room was comfy enough but tv didnt work and should be removed. Breakfast was basic, juice was terrible (diluted?) Didnt use hot tubs as were a distance from actual property. View was lovely from room. Fine for one night stop over. Obviously making improvements but no noise or activity during our stay.
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Thuy Phuong Hoa
1 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay! as pictured featured where you can actually see the glacier and the horses while having breakfast. Hot tubes view also really cool, though crowded. If they have a restaurant on site to serve dinner, it will be real business.
Great place to stay! as pictured featured where you can actually see the glacier and the horses while having breakfast. Hot tubes view also really cool, though crowded. If they have a restaurant on site to serve dinner, it will be real business.
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Christiane
31 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
It was very nice to have free access to the sauna and hot pools. The room was well maintained.
It was very nice to have free access to the sauna and hot pools. The room was well maintained.
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LB
21 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We loved this place! With the hot tub, sauna & chickens. Kristi was very responsive & helpful.
We loved this place! With the hot tub, sauna & chickens. Kristi was very responsive & helpful.
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John
19 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Let's just start with the pros: Helpful staff, terrific views of a glacier during your morning breakfast, and a hot tub to boot! Beds are comfy and clean. Also, there's a free breakfast which can be quite yummy to start the day right. Some particular cons to staying here, as the location is a tad on the older side, some of the rooms have clogged sinks that don't drain well, not to mention the showers have a bit of mold/mildew around the corners of them. Also, like many showers in Europe/Iceland, they seem to love the lip/rim-less shower so waters goes everywhere. Maybe I'm just a spoiled American but I'm not a fan of this, but YMMV. There's also a ton of bugs/biting flies in this area, and there are no screens so beware of biting flies in the warmer months. The ventilation is somewhat poor in the rooms due to this conundrum, flies vs warm/stuffy room. A reasonable stay if you're only there 1 night but I wouldn't stay more than that.
Let's just start with the pros: Helpful staff, terrific views of a glacier during your morning breakfast, and a hot tub to boot! Beds are comfy and clean. Also, there's a free breakfast which can be quite yummy to start the day right. Some particular cons to staying here, as the location is a tad on the older side, some of the rooms have clogged sinks that don't drain well, not to mention the showers have a bit of mold/mildew around the corners of them. Also, like many showers in Europe/Iceland, they seem to love the lip/rim-less shower so waters goes everywhere. Maybe I'm just a spoiled American but I'm not a fan of this, but YMMV. There's also a ton of bugs/biting flies in this area, and there are no screens so beware of biting flies in the warmer months. The ventilation is somewhat poor in the rooms due to this conundrum, flies vs warm/stuffy room. A reasonable stay if you're only there 1 night but I wouldn't stay more than that.
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Richard
11 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Huge rooms with a vast view of the valley.
Huge rooms with a vast view of the valley.
FAQs about Glacier World - Hoffell Guesthouse
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, there is free parking available on-site.
Is breakfast offered, and what type is it?
Yes, a continental breakfast is offered at an approximate cost of ISK 1300 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 20:30, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities.
What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Hoffell, near Glacier World and Vatnajökull National Park, providing access to natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Are children allowed at the property?
Yes, children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
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Check-in time starts at15:00Check-in time ends at21:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; 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; Rollaway bed fee: ISK 6000.0 per day;
Dining
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available for a fee.Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ISK 1300 per person;
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