Originally built in 1966 and substantially renovated over the decades, this contemporary hotel in the small fishing town of Höfn is a stylish base from which to explore south-east Iceland and enjoy nature at its best. Not only will you have the geothermal attractions of Vatnajökull National Park on your doorstep, but you’ll also be within easy distance of an art museum, nature reserve, and marina.
Available in three categories, the sleek and minimalist rooms feature soothing neutral and gray hues, comfortable beds with high quality linens, flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee-making facilities. There are also spacious seating areas, desks with overhead lights, and en suite bathrooms with showers and toiletries by organic Icelandic brand, Sóley Organics.
Elsewhere, you’ll find a restaurant that pulls focus on Icelandic cuisine using fresh and seasonal raw ingredients and serves buffet breakfasts and à la carte dinners. The hotel also hosts a daily happy hour from 4pm to 6pm.
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OUR OPINION:
We love the peaceful setting of this contemporary hotel in the south-east fishing town of Höfn, known as the langoustine capital of Iceland. The panoramic views of the Vatnajökull glacier are a real highlight.
Rooms
Available in three categories, the sleek and minimalist rooms feature soothing neutral and gray hues, comfortable beds with high quality linens, flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, spacious seating areas, and desks. En suite bathrooms have a shower and toiletries by organic Icelandic brand, Sóley Organics. Most rooms offer views of the Vatnajökull glacier and the sea.
Location
You’ll be staying in Höfn, the small fishing town on Iceland’s south-east coast that’s most famous for its langoustine. Nearby attractions include Vatnajökull National Park for its ice caves, glaciers, and hiking trails, and the Jökulsárlón Glaciar Lagoon for its huge icebergs. There’s also an art museum, nature reserve, and marina within easy distance of the hotel.
Food and drink
Pulling focus on Icelandic cuisine using fresh and seasonal raw ingredients, Ósinn Restaurant serves buffet breakfasts and à la carte dinners. The menu includes local langoustine as well meat dishes, pasta, salads, pizza, and vegetarian options. There is also a daily happy hour from 4pm to 6pm.
Families
The restaurant offers a children’s menu that includes fish and chips, pizza, tagliatelle with butter and parmesan sauce, and a scoop of ice cream.
Facilities and activities
The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk as well as a laundry and ironing service. You can request a wake-up call for when the northern lights are visible during the winter.
Accessibility
While there is no elevator, staff are happy to help carry your luggage.
Tour ideas in Vatnajökull National Park
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Hótel Höfn as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Jökulsárlón zodiac boat tour
Jökulsárlón zodiac boat tour
Hop on a boat to weave among the icebergs on the glacial lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Examine their ever-changing forms, learn about local geography and get up close to some of the many seals that make the lagoon their home.
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Small group puffin tour at Ingólfshöfði ![Puffin]()
Small group puffin tour at Ingólfshöfði
Small group puffin tour at Ingólfshöfði
Take a trip to an isolated headland to observe puffins in a remote location overlooking black sands and steely ocean. With sweeping views, a fun tractor ride across sandy marshes, and relatively easy hiking, it’s a worthwhile way to spend a day.
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Vatnajökull National Park and nearby places
- Lake Mývatn 108 miles away
- Jökulsárlón 33 miles away
- Akureyri 130 miles away
- South Iceland 120 miles away
- Dettifoss 114 miles away
- Eastfjords 74 miles away
- North Iceland 160 miles away
- Golden Circle 154 miles away
- Troll Peninsula 170 miles away
- Langjökull 172 miles away