The Town of Höfn in Iceland
General
Höfn is a harbor town in southeastern Iceland located along Route 1, about 450 km east of Reykjavik. The town has a population of around 2,000 residents and is situated between two magnificent lagoons.
Food
In Höfn, the lobster capital, you will find many restaurants highly recommended for fish and seafood lovers.
Trips in the Area
From the town, you can set out on tours to the great glacier and the glacier lagoon, Jökulsárlón.
♦ Booking tours from Viator to ice caves and glaciers in the glacier lagoon area:
Glacier Exhibition Center
At the town's visitor center, there is also a glacier exhibition center that is not to be missed! The center opened in June 2005 and offers visitors an enriching and fascinating experience. First, it is recommended to watch a 9-minute film explaining the volcanic eruptions that occurred in the glacier. Afterwards, you will walk through the center's exhibits and learn about Icelandic nature, animals, flora, and geology. In the center, you will also find a wealth of information about glaciers and even visit a special ice cave model. The glacier exhibition center is open from the beginning of June until the end of August, seven days a week.
Glacier exhibition center in Höfn:
♥ Accommodation in Höfn
Hotels:
Fosshotel Vatnajokull
A 3-star hotel located 5 km from Höfn Airport.
Free Wi-Fi and parking, private bathrooms.
Hotel Hofn
A 3-star hotel in the town of Höfn, about a 10-minute walk from the harbor. Free Wi-Fi and parking.
Guesthouses:
Guesthouse Hvammur
Located in central Höfn near the harbor. Free Wi-Fi and parking.
Some rooms feature a kitchen and private bathroom, while others have shared facilities.
Hofn Inn Guesthouse
Located in the town of Höfn, 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi and parking. Private bathrooms.
♦ Booking recommended 6-8 day guided tours in Iceland from Viator