Hotel Skoga By Ej Hotels - Skogar (South Iceland)

Family-run hotel 5 minutes from Skogafoss Waterfall in South Iceland

Location & Surroundings

Hotel Skoga sits directly at the foot of the Eyjafjallajökull glacier, a 5-minute walk from the Skogafoss Waterfall. The hotel offers direct access to the Fimmvorduhals hiking trail and is a 20-minute drive from the Vik area. Guests can also reach the Dyrhólaey ocean cliffs, a haven for birdwatchers, within a short drive.

Accommodations

The hotel has 12 well-furnished rooms, each with private facilities and simple, warmly decorated furnishings. Room types include Standard Double, Deluxe Double, and Triple rooms, with some offering mountain views and a glimpse of Skogafoss. Self-check-in with key codes provides flexibility for late arrivals, and the property is configured to handle larger groups comfortably.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary breakfast buffet with local ingredients-including eggs, cheese, skyr, and traditional fish-is served each morning. Freshly cooked eggs and bacon are available on request, and a Lavazza coffee machine offers complimentary hot drinks 24/7. Lunch and dinner are available at the sister Hotel Skogafoss, located 300-400 meters away.

Activities & Adventures

The hotel's location provides access to snowmobile tours on the Myrdalsjökull glacier, super jeep tours, and ice climbing. Guests can also take long walks, go horseback riding, or visit the Dyrhólaey ocean cliffs. The nearby Kvernufoss waterfall and Skogar Museum (with 18,000 artifacts) are within walking distance.

Amenities & Services

An outdoor hot tub with views of the surrounding mountains and glacier is available for guest use. The hotel offers free parking directly outside and CCTV security for safety. Daily housekeeping, soundproof rooms, and a designated smoking area are provided for guest comfort.

• Location: 5-minute walk from Skogafoss Waterfall, at foot of Eyjafjallajökull glacier
• Rooms: 12 rooms with private facilities, some with mountain views
• Dining: Complimentary breakfast with local ingredients; Lavazza coffee machine 24/7
• Activities: Snowmobile tours, super jeep, ice climbing, horseback riding nearby
• Amenities: Outdoor hot tub with glacier views, free parking, self-check-in
• Nearby: Skogar Museum, Dyrhólaey cliffs, Kvernufoss waterfall