Is located by the harbour in Hofn in Hornafjordur. It can feel the sheer force of nature alongside Europe's largest glacier, the 8,100 km2 expanse of Vatnajokull, which covers 8% of Iceland. Next to it is the smaller Skálafellsjokull glacier. The nearby Skaftafell National Park is a must-see, as well as Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon, the spectacular setting for the James Bond movie. Hotel Edda can offer everything from en suite rooms to sleeping bag accommodation and a great breakfast. The rooms at the hotel are comfortable and fully equipped. Guest can enjoy Humarhöfnin specializes in courses made from local food but with the main emphasis on lobster/langoustine. All raw materials on the menu are produced in the area and couldn´t be any fresher. Possibility to practice different activities around, Snowmobile glacier trips, Ice-climbing, Mountaineering, Glacial lagoon cruising.
An excellent choice from which to explore Iceland's ruggedly beautiful southern coast, this is also one of the closest hotels to the famous Iceberg lagoon Jokulsarlon. The rooms are modern, but cosy and welcoming. They are in very good condition, as are the bathrooms with warm, dark red decor and comfortable modern furniture. The restaurant is modern and serves delicious Icelandic specialities. The lobby is small, but there is plenty of seating space in the adjacent restaurant/bar.