How to Get to Hótel Jökulsárlón
Glacier Lagoon Hotel

Location

Our hotel is located in Suðursveit, approximately 390 km from Reykjavík. The drive typically takes 5–6 hours, depending on weather and road conditions. We are situated directly along the Ring Road (Route 1), making the journey both simple and scenic.

As you travel along the South Coast, you’ll pass some of Iceland’s most iconic sights, including Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, the Black Sand Beach in Vík, and breathtaking glacier and ocean views. You will also drive past the Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) and Diamond Beach, both located just a short distance from the hotel.

By Car (Recommended)

Renting a car is the most convenient way to reach us, and you can book a vehicle through our website:
https://glacierlagoonhotel.tourdesk.is/CarRental

 

Private Car Service

You may also choose to hire a private car service to and from the hotel. For a quote, please contact us via email at reception@glhotel.is.

By Air

It is also possible to fly between Reykjavík and Höfn and rent a car upon arrival. The drive from Höfn Airport to our hotel takes approximately one hour. For a quote, please contact hofn@hertz.is.

Free parking is available for all hotel guests.

Important Travel Information

Please remember that weather and road conditions in Iceland can change quickly. Before traveling, especially during winter, we recommend checking the latest updates on:

  • road.is – Road conditions

  • safetravel.is – Travel alerts and safety information

We look forward to welcoming you and hope you enjoy the beautiful drive along Iceland’s South Coast.

Please note that our opening hours will change from the 1st of November for winter.

Breakfast buffet
07:00 – 10:00

Lunch / bar menu
12:00 – 21:30

Dinner
18:00 – 21:30

Room service
18:00 – 21:30

Bar
12:00 – 23:00