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An Honest Review of the Ultra-Chic Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

While we were in southern Iceland, we stayed at the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon.  The hotel is perfectly situated between two of the country’s most incredible natural attractions: Skaftafell National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon/Diamond Beach.  Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon is surrounded by rolling mountains and remote countryside.  Did I mention that it has its very own waterfall?

This four-star hotel offers 125 contemporary rooms and a top-notch restaurant onsite.  One major plus is that the hotel has an on-site sauna!  Upon check-in, be sure to book a spot so you can take advantage of this opportunity!

The Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon is the swankiest hotel we stayed at during our Ring Road Tour.   It was also the most expensive.  The amenities were incredible: a sauna, hot tubs, a fabulous restaurant, an on-site waterfall, free parking, etc.  

The hotel was a wonderful place to stop over for the night, but after a long day of travel, we didn’t take advantage of everything the hotel had to offer.  We got in late, walked over to the waterfall, enjoyed a delectable dinner, and fell fast asleep.  We didn’t even make it to the sauna that we booked (the earliest reservation they had was 10 PM).  Perhaps if we utilized more of the amenities the price tag would have been worth it, but I have to admit, we stayed in less expensive hotels and had equally wonderful experiences during our Ring Road Tour.

One of my favorite things about the hotel (besides the waterfall!) was the fact there were so many sheep nearby.  I loved being able to look out the windows and see herds of sheep sleeping or grazing right outside.

That being said, I don’t have any complaints at all about the hotel.  It was well-decorated, modern, clean, and comfortable, and the staff was friendly.  The location was fantastic. If you don’t mind the price tag, I would certainly recommend Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon!

 

Accommodation Options at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

For our stay, we booked the Standard Double Mountain View.  The rooms were clean, sleek and comfortable.

Standard Double or Twin Mountain View

The room accommodates up to 2 people.

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Ocean View Double or Twin Room

Accommodates up to 2 persons

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Economy Double or Twin Room

Accommodates up to 2 persons

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Triple Room

Accommodates up to 3 persons

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Family Deluxe Room

Accommodates up to 3 persons

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • More space
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Suite

Accommodates up to 2 persons

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • More space
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Executive Suite

Accommodates up to 2 persons

Room includes:

  • Satellite TV
  • More space
  • Hair dryer
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Safety box
  • Small fridge
  • Telephone
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom

Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon Restaraunt

While you’re at the hotel, you have to dine at their restaurant.  Trust me, you won’t be disappointed.  It was one of our best meals in Iceland.  The cooking is inspired by the Icelandic nature surrounding the hotel.  Be prepared for stunning presentations and scrumptious flavors!

  • Restaurant 6 pm-10 pm
  • Bar 12 pm-12 am
  • Bar menu 12 pm-10 pm
  • Happy Hour 4 pm-6 pm
A continental breakfast is served each morning in the restaurant.  We were really impressed with the spread.

What is There to do Around the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon?

 Fjallsárlón Lagoon- 12 miles away

Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach -18 miles away 

Svartifoss– 18 miles away

Skaftafell National Park- 17 miles away

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While we were in the area, we also visited Katla Ice Cave, Diamond Beach, SkogafossSvartifoss, and more!

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