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A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, seating area, and a wood-burning stove.

A cozy tented accommodation with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a central fireplace.

A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, reading area, and a wood-burning stove.

A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, a heater, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Reykjavik Domes

Grafarvogur, 20.2 km from Skalafell Ski Area

Debra

SAR 725

SAR 829 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A room with two dartboards mounted on the wall, a wooden floor, a window with a view, and a door with an exit sign.

A billiards room with a pool table, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

A bar with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a cash register, and various bar accessories.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a wooden bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a small table.

2. Hotel Laxnes

14.4 km from Skalafell Ski Area

Jill

SAR 543

SAR 627 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with a pool reflecting a sunset sky, surrounded by columns and a view of a hilly landscape.

A modern glass building with a clear view of the night sky and the Northern Lights.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a mountainous landscape through a sliding door.

A modern interior with large windows, grey sofas, and wooden tables.

3. ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels

16.4 km from Skalafell Ski Area

Joe

SAR 1,320

SAR 1,490 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and hills. There is a sofa, a chair, and a small table with a plant.

A natural hot spring area with a wooden fence and rocks.

A hot tub with a view of mountains and a body of water.

A stone table with a fruit bowl on a terrace overlooking a lake and mountains.

4. Hvammsvik Nature Resort

16.3 km from Skalafell Ski Area

Jeffrey

SAR 1,388

SAR 1,569 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A cabin interior with wooden walls, a bed, a table, and chairs.

A bus parked in a snowy area with a mountainous backdrop.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden bed, a small table, and a window offering a view of the outdoors.

A rustic kitchen with wooden walls, a sink, a kettle, and a shelf with dishes.

5. Esjan

17.4 km from Skalafell Ski Area

"We really enjoyed our time in our static bus. The views of the mountain were superb, and it was nice to be able to walk some way up the side of it, to about 150 m. I could have gone higher if I was suitably equipped. The bus itself was well equipped, though the kettle took a long time to boil. We planned our hot drinks well in advance. Linda was very helpful and supplied a bowl to do the dishes as there was no stopper in the sink. The toilets and showers were close by and worked very...

Deborah

SAR 570

SAR 657 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern house with a wooden deck, large glass windows, and a wooden roof.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, built-in oven, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with a wooden staircase, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern living room with a grey armchair, a black sofa, a coffee table, and a guitar. There are plants, a mirror, and framed pictures on the walls.

6. Designers Villa near Alafoss Waterfall

14.3 km from Skalafell Ski Area

michael

SAR 2,953

SAR 3,302 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A bathroom with a wooden door, dark tiled walls, and shelves holding towels and decorative items.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and large windows offering a view.

A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, a mirror, and a television displaying a landscape.

7. The House On The Hill Capital Region

13.3 km from Skalafell Ski Area

SAR 2,849

SAR 3,881 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Skalafell Ski Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Reykjavik Domes	9.2 Wonderful 117 reviews	View
Hotel Laxnes	8.6 Excellent 816 reviews	View
ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels	8.4 Very good 502 reviews	View
Hvammsvik Nature Resort	9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Esjan	8.4 Very good 44 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Skalafell Ski Area

Designers Villa near Alafoss Waterfall

Mosfellsbær

SAR 2,953

SAR 3,302 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

Hotel Laxnes

Mosfellsbær

SAR 543

SAR 627 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Hvammsvik Nature Resort

Kjosarhreppur

SAR 1,388

SAR 1,569 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

Esjan

Reykjavik

SAR 570

SAR 657 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels

Selfoss

SAR 1,320

SAR 1,490 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden deck and a view of a lake and mountains.

A building with a glass facade and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A cozy room with a plush sofa, a large plant, and a view of the sea through a glass door.

A spacious bar area with a high ceiling, a mezzanine level with a railing, and a wooden floor.

Hotel Glymur

Hvalfjarðarsveit

SAR 662

SAR 759 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A dining table set for four with a view of a lake and mountains.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living room with wooden paneling, large windows, and comfortable seating.

A wooden balcony with a view of a grassy field, trees, and a cloudy sky.

Hotel Kriunes - A city hotel by the lake

Vatnsendi

SAR 664

SAR 762 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A room with two white chairs, a small round table, and a lamp. A book is on the table. The room has a window with a view of a snowy landscape and buildings.

Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

Háaleiti

SAR 535

SAR 618 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Top Skalafell Ski Area Hotel Reviews

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

10/10 Excellent

"Location is 10 minute walk from the center. There is new staff no check-in that was surprising at first. Otherwise a clean safe enjoyable stay . Bed was very comfortable."

The Reykjavik EDITION

8/10 Good

"Lovely staff, wonderful breakfast, nice hotel and great location. I thought they had a spa, but their spa was actually a lounge … no sauna or soaking….. otherwise perfect."

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

8/10 Good

"Need a USB plug in to charge our phones"

Fosshotel Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was excellent, staff very helpful, located close to restaurants."

CityHub Reykjavik

10/10 Excellent

"Pleasantly surprised with this accommodation. First tine staying at a CityHub. Booked the MovieHub. Cozy, large enough space for 1. Good lighting. Shared restrooms were very clean. Staff was friendly."

Center Hotels Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location and very helpful staff."

Reykjavik Domes

10/10 Excellent

"The place is awesome , we would recommend everyone to spend a night or 2 there. We had a tough time reaching out to their person whose number is given , we called several times because we were not give the access code. Never received the email. The other feedback would be to include more lighting in the the closet and at the entrance"

Grandi by Center Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"Gym is the size of a toilet so small its unreal. Everything else was great. Its family friendly"

Hotel Laxnes

8/10 Good

"Very quiet area of town outside Reykjavik. Hotel was clean and had plenty of amenities. Only scary part was someone walking into our hotel room at 2am because the door wasn’t closed properly. Didn’t learn till after that you have to lift door for it to properly lock. Overall, was a nice stay"

Other attractions near Skalafell Ski Area

Gljufrasteinn-Laxness Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gljufrasteinn-Laxness Museum during your trip to Mosfellsbær. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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Laxnes Museum

8.6/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Laxnes Museum during your travels in Mosfellsbær. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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Alafoss Waterfall

9.2/10 (33 reviews)

Enjoy the northern light views and explore Alafoss Waterfall, a lovely green space in Mosfellsbær. Check out the shops and charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

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Varmarlaug Swimming Pool

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Varmarlaug Swimming Pool during your stay in Mosfellsbær. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Lagafellslaug

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Lagafellslaug during your stay in Mosfellsbær. Discover the northern light views and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Almannagja

9.4/10 (18 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Almannagja during your travels in Bláskógabyggd. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Thingvellir Church

Thingvellir Church is just one of the places to see in Bláskógabyggd, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Skalafell Ski Area?

Skalafell Ski Area is located in a welcoming area of Kjalarnes known for its bar scene and array of dining options. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best place to stay close to Skalafell Ski Area?

Hotel Laxnes is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free valet parking. You'll find it 9 mi (14.4 km) from Skalafell Ski Area. Other good choices around the area include ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels and Hotel Reykjavík Grand.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Skalafell Ski Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Skalafell Ski Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Skalafell Ski Area?

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Our top choices for Skalafell Ski Area hotels

1. Reykjavik Domes

2. Hotel Laxnes

3. ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels

4. Hvammsvik Nature Resort

5. Esjan

6. Designers Villa near Alafoss Waterfall

7. The House On The Hill Capital Region

Compare popular hotels close to Skalafell Ski Area

Hotels recommended for families near Skalafell Ski Area

Designers Villa near Alafoss Waterfall

Hotel Laxnes

Hvammsvik Nature Resort

Esjan

ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel Glymur

Hotel Kriunes - A city hotel by the lake

Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels

Top Skalafell Ski Area Hotel Reviews

Alva Hotel Brautarholt

The Reykjavik EDITION

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Fosshotel Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

Center Hotels Plaza

Reykjavik Domes

Grandi by Center Hotels

Hotel Laxnes

Other attractions near Skalafell Ski Area

Gljufrasteinn-Laxness Museum

Laxnes Museum

Alafoss Waterfall

Varmarlaug Swimming Pool

Lagafellslaug

Almannagja

Thingvellir Church

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