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Situated next to Iceland’s Ring Road, this family-run farm hotel offers brightly decorated rooms with a TV and a private bathroom. The Hoffell Hot Springs are 25 km away.

All rooms at Hotel Smyrlabjörg feature country house-style décor. Some rooms have views of the Atlantic Ocean, while others overlook the mountains.

Very comfortable room with beautiful views. The restaurant in the hotel was great!

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8.4
Very good
1,562 reviews
Price from
£205
per night

Set on a farm by Vatnajökull National Park, just 600 metres from the Ring Road, is this family-owned guest house. It offers a furnished terrace and an on-site restaurant with bar.

Views of the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed from all rooms at Guesthouse Skálafell, along with wooden floors and a wardrobe. Some have a private bathroom, while others have access to shared facilities.

Close proximity to the ring road. Comfy cabin like rooms. Hiking on the property.

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8.6
Fabulous
732 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

Located on an old farm, Guesthouse Stekkatún is 600 metres from Vatnajökull National Park. It offers free parking and basic rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Thorbergssetur Museum is 25 km away.

Marked hiking trails lead from the property to the national park. Tours of the glacier are arranged every day.

The owner welcomed us and was so kind to have the breakfast ready earlier than usual so we were able to start our day as we planned, and it was a really great breakfast. Beautiful place and very comfy.

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8.6
Fabulous
290 reviews
Price from
£172
per night

Featuring sea and mountain views, Lækjarhus Farm Holidays is set in Borgarhöfn. Guests can watch the farm animals run freely in the yard. This property is 26 km from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.

All rooms come with a shared bathroom. Lækjarhus Farm Holidays features free WiFi .

One of the best accommodations in Iceland. The guest house is in a secluded area, away from the village and other traffic, a very nice location to see aurora. Well equipped kitchen, parking right in front of the house.

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8.5
Very good
1,053 reviews
Price from
£224
per night

Set in Hólmur and only 46 km from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, HH Gisting/Guesthouse offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside.

This was such a cool and unique hotel! They were almost like individual tiny houses! So comfortable, and in a beautiful setting! We were surrounded by beautiful lupines, glaciers and sheep! Such a cool place! Do not hesitate to book this hotel! 10/10 stars!

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9
Superb
44 reviews
Price from
£190
per night

Looking for a family hotel?

As families grow in size, so too do the needs of a family holiday. That’s why family hotels are set up to cater for all ages, from toddlers and kids to teens and adults. Typically, you can expect restaurants with kids’ menus, games rooms, fitness centres and a pool area where children can play and parents can relax.
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Family hotels that guests love in Skálafell

  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    Nice, traditional hotel well located for the glacier lagoon. Room was basic but clean and functional. Breakfast was good if you want to try traditional Icelandic food.
    Eleanor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    Spacious comfortable room. Good hotel. Relatively close for glacier excursions near diamond beach. Easily accessible. Enough parking. Helpful and friendly staff. It’s a big complex with a lot of rooms, but we liked the (family friendly) vibe around the complex and in the halls to the rooms.
    Bas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £258.48
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 731 reviews
    Including breakfast. good breakfast. room was inside the main building, so easy to go to get breakfast in your PJs. staff helped us with a restaurant nearby since there was no restaurant or kitchen at the guesthouse. only affordable accommodation in the area of Vatnajokul
    Thi
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    A lovey family hotel in a remote, picturesque location right on the ring road. The family room was a great size, lots of room for luggage and space for children to play. The shower was a little outdated, however this didn't bother us. Staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant severed a variety of delicious meals and including a children's menu. The highlight was the breakfast spread, with an array of home made baked goods and preserves, hot options, cold meats and cheeses, cereals and fruit.
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £258.48
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 731 reviews
    WE SAW THE AURORA. Breakfast included! The cabin was awesome! We had the big/family cabin. Has queen bed and bunkbedx2. Has stove fridge kitchen stuff except microwave huhu. Has balcony where in you can wait and watch for the northern lights. 20 mins drive to Jokulsarlon glacier.
    Rocynn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    An old fashioned welcome at this family run hotel adds to this hotel’s ambiance. Fantastic food at dinner and a great breakfast. Beautiful location…
    Darrell
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    The hotel is like a museum - so icelandic! Like you had a chance to stay in a family house with old traditions. It was precious for us to get acquainted with icelandic culture. The room was good, spacious, beds were comfortable. Breakfast was amazing!
    NataBond
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    Breakfast was spectacular! Wonderful variety and excellent quality. Loved the artifacts displayed throughout the building, like a museum. Enjoyed using the common space for our own family gathering. Also good extra space in room and bathroom.
    Diane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    Location of hotel for fun activity. In front of the the hotel is Glacier Journey tour, fantastic drive up to top of glacier in large 4 wheel jeep, at top a snowmobile ride. The family room was spacious and good value.
    K
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £226.92
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,561 reviews
    Very cozy and functional family place with good rooms, an affordable restaurant with all day coffee and lounge places all over the property. Enthusiastic staff and very helpful people. Loved it!
    Ellen
    Young couple
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