Hótel Skógafoss by EJ Hotels in Skogarfoss
✅ Staff frequently described as extremely friendly and helpful, with Natalia and Ola & Gemma singled out for excellent service ✅ Restaurant praised for delicious homemade dishes like lasagna and Icelandic lamb burgers, often recommended even by non-guests ✅ Location is unbeatable, with direct access to the Skógafoss waterfall and parking lot ✅ Rooms are clean and beds comfortable, with some rooms offering mountain and waterfall views ✅ Breakfast generally rated good, featuring a continental buffet and quality coffee from a Lavazza machine ❌ Some guests found rooms small, a bit dated, and lacking amenities like kettles or fridges ❌ Hot water has a sulfur smell due to geothermal sources, which not all guests appreciated ❌ Limited breakfast selection noted by some, described as average in variety ❌ The main entrance doors close after 11 PM, requiring late arrivals to use a side entrance ❌ A few negative experiences in the restaurant related to specific dishes like the 'Beef Heaven' sandwich
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Description
Hótel Skógafoss by EJ Hotels is a 3-star property built in 2014, located directly adjacent to the famous Skógafoss waterfall in Iceland. It offers a range of room types including Standard Single, Standard Double with or without a view, Superior Double, and Family Quadruple rooms. Guests appreciate the clean and comfortable rooms, though some note that rooms tend to be on the smaller side and a bit dated. The hotel features essential amenities such as air conditioning, heating, free WiFi, and 24-hour security. Its on-site restaurant receives high praise for local dishes like homemade lasagna and Icelandic lamb burgers, with spectacular waterfall views enhancing the dining experience. The hotel also provides conveniences like free parking, a children’s playground, and laundry services. While pets are listed as allowed in services, hotel policies specify that pets and service animals are not permitted. Overall, the hotel scores highly for cleanliness (9/10), location (9/10), and service (9/10), making it a practical choice for travelers wanting immediate access to one of Iceland’s key natural attractions.
Location
Hótel Skógafoss is situated in Skogarfoss village, just steps from the iconic Skógafoss waterfall. Its precise coordinates are 63.5270996 latitude and -19.5109844 longitude, placing it directly next to the waterfall’s parking lot, which is accessible by car. The hotel lies along Iceland’s main Ring Road (Highway 1), making it a convenient stopover for travelers exploring the south coast. The nearest airport is Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), about 142 km away, which translates to roughly a two-hour drive. The property’s terrace and restaurant provide guests with impressive views of the waterfall and surrounding mountains, creating a unique setting for meals or relaxation.
Tips
- If you plan to arrive late, be prepared to use the side entrance after 11 PM as the main doors close.
- Don’t miss dining at the hotel’s restaurant; reservations are recommended due to its popularity and great views.
- Bring your own kettle or flask if you want to heat water in your room, as some guests found the absence of kettles inconvenient.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Continental Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 16:00-22:00. Check out time: 06:00-11:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Ticket assistance
- Express check-in/check-out
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Reception desk
- Allergy-free rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Smoke Detector
- Cable TV
- TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair access to restaurant
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Packed Lunches
- Free Wi-Fi
- English
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Beach/pool towels
- First Aid Kit
- Children's playground
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
Street view
Video: Hótel Skógafoss - Skógar - Iceland
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Reviews
We had two rooms with views of the mountains and the waterfall, which was truly special. The rooms were a little on the smaller side, but they were very clean and the beds were comfortable.
A useful note: the cold water in the room is safe for drinking, while the hot water comes from natural hot springs (which may have a slight sulfur smell, as is common in Iceland).
Breakfast had a smaller selection, but the taste and quality were good. I would also recommend trying the hotel restaurant at least once during your stay—the food was quite enjoyable.
We were fortunate to catch the northern lights on both nights. On the first night, there was a strong, dancing aurora (around KP 6–7 / G3 storm) right outside the hotel in the parking area. On the second night (around KP 3), I woke up in the middle of the night and was still able to capture it on my phone despite some light pollution from the hotel.
One small thing to note is that the main entrance doors close after 11 PM, so we had to use the side entrance when returning late at night.
The LASAGNA is a must have plate if you ever passed by the waterfall in the area or checked in the hotel. It’s homemade with love and warmth !! So good you’ll be happy afterwards 🤭 I know I was 🤩
What truly elevates the experience is the spectacular view of the waterfall nearby—the scenery somehow makes the food taste even better. The restaurant is very popular, and the food was exceptionally good, so making a reservation is highly recommended. I would happily recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the area.
Location is good and right next to the waterfall. Cleanliness is acceptable.
Anyhow, the location is awesome, amazing just waking up and visiting the waterfall as first thing of the day when tourists are still on the road. However, it felt a little bit like a tourist trap. It's quite more expensive than all the other places we stayed (because of the location and the great position to visit the south west coast), but the room is very "unpersonalized" and can be improved: e.g., given the geothermal water, hot water form the sink is not drinkable; i would maybe recommend to add a boiler in each room so that it is possible to warm up cold water and drink tee in the room or fill in flasks before hiking without using the one coffee machine in the corridor - somethign that all the other hotels I stayed simply offered. The breakfast is also standard. Some reviews complain about the geothermal-water smell: I instead think it is quite nice to experience that - it doesnt stick to the skin as someone says.
Lastly, kinda hard to drive there during night, where no signs indicate how to get in front of the hotel from the parking of Skógafoss.
Restaurant is open up to 21 which is good if you arrive late at night after sightseeing and you can have drink up to 23!
Overall, I woudl recommend it once in life but I would not come back for a second time.
Frequently asked questions about Hótel Skógafoss by EJ Hotels
Are pets allowed at Hótel Skógafoss?
Despite 'Pets allowed' listed in services, the hotel policies explicitly state pets and service animals are not permitted.
Does the hotel offer rooms with views of Skógafoss waterfall?
Yes, there are Standard Double rooms with views of the waterfall as well as rooms with mountain views.
What types of rooms are available at Hótel Skógafoss?
The hotel offers Standard Single room, Standard Double room, Standard Double room with view, Superior Double room, and Family Quadruple room.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is served as a continental buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:00 but is not included in the total room price and must be paid separately at the property.
How far is Hótel Skógafoss from the nearest airport?
The hotel is approximately 142 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), about a two-hour drive.
