Skálafell is a farm located right between the town Höfn and the Glacier Lagoon, an ideal destination for travelers exploring the Vatnajökull region. Trips to Vatnajökull Glacier take off only 3 km from Skálafell.
Guesthouse Skálafell offers accommodation in single, double & triple rooms with private or shared facilities. Local food is served, focusing on the traditional housewife cooking. Friendly and flexible service for guests and warm atmosphere.
Beautifull walking paths are marked from the guesthouse through Vatnajökull National Park, only 45 min walk to the roots of Vatnajökull Glacier. Skálafell is an information office co-working with Vatnajökull National Park.

Fun facts about Guesthouse Skalafell

Jón Eiríksson, one of the greatest fighters for the independence of Iceland was born at Skálafell. A statue of memory is by road 1.
The Skálafell area is one of the very few private properties in Iceland being a part of the Vatnajökull National Park.