Live the story of Icelandic countryside luxury
Skalatot Hotel
@ Skalatot Hotel
@ Skalatot Hotel
On the family-owned Skálakot estate, Icelandic heritage comes to life through fine craftsmanship, heartfelt hospitality, and tailored countryside adventure. Whether it’s riding across lava plains on an Icelandic horse or soaking in Highland solitude, your stay is shaped entirely around your dreams.
Why Stay at Skálakot Manor Hotel?
This boutique manor is more than just a hotel, it’s a living legacy. From elegant rooms with valley views to hand-curated horseback excursions, every moment here reflects deep Icelandic roots and a spirit of discovery.
Expect:
- Stylish manor suites blending rustic elegance with modern comfort
- Bespoke horseback riding tours through mountains and meadows
- Tailor-made itineraries to waterfalls, glaciers, or secret geothermal spots
- Family-style warmth with a fine dining twist
Itinerary Inspiration in Reykjavik
We can personalise your stay and craft the perfect itinerary for you. Here are some examples of how we combine this accommodation with local experiences and give you a taste of the best.
Reykjavik & Akureyri
This short break in Iceland will help you discover the relaxing Sky Lagoon, and explore Iceland’s southern coast with a private guide.
Icelandic Aurora Self Drive
Iceland in the Autumn months is one of the best times to visit Iceland, and see the midnight sun!
Iceland Self Drive Adventure with Glaciers, Fjords and Geothermal Experiences
Explore Iceland on an epic self drive with glaciers, waterfalls, wildlife encounters and luxury geothermal spa experiences
Summer in Iceland: Lava, Lagoons & Glaciers
Luxury Iceland escape: lagoons, glaciers, whale watching and black sand beaches on a 9 day adventure of fire and ice.Explore More Options in Iceland
Let us create your perfect Icelandic adventure – a land where fire meets ice and every turn reveals a new wonder. Stay in hand-selected countryside retreats or stylish Reykjavik hideaways, then dive into volcanic landscapes, geothermal lagoons, and thundering waterfalls. Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights or exploring lava caves and glaciers, we’ll build a unique journey that fuses adventure with comfort, always with a touch of the unexpected.
Lake Hotel, Egilsstaðir
Tailor-made Icelandic romance in a windswept coastal church hotel – designed around you.
Hotel Vík í Mýrdal
Tailor-made coastal Iceland escapes at the foot of black beaches – designed around you
Hotel Kea
Overlooking a stunning fjord, classic charm, in an unbeatable location
Apotek Hotel
Overlooking Austurvöllur Square, a great place for harbourside walks
Silica Hotel
Refined comfort and luxury in an stunning setting, private lagoon access
Hotel Borg
Art deco interiors, sophisticated comfort, with views over Reykjavik
Hotel Umi
Connecting to nature, with peace and quiet in the Icelandic countryside
Deplar Farm
With two helipads, arrive in style at this super-luxury accommodation
The Reykjavik Edition
5-star luxury hotel, explore the Blue Lagoon, and see the Northern Lights
Torfhús Retreat
Tranquillity and stunning scenery, in a place far away from the everyday
Hotel Húsafell
Relax in geothermal baths, with dark skies for seeing the Northern Lights
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon
Luxury subterranean spa, Michelin-starred dining and private lagoon
Hótel Lóa
Hótel Lóa offers modern style, warm hospitality and the South Coast’s natural wonders just outside your door.
Iceland Parliament Hotel
Sand Hotel
A peaceful relaxing retreat from the bustling activity of the city centre
Hotel Rangá
A boutique hotel that go above and beyond in sustainability management
Eldar Lodge
A haven of comfort, luxury and tranquility, with stunning views of nature
Hotel Jökulsárlón
A boutique hotel that go above and beyond in sustainability management
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Boutique urban retreat with easy access to Reykjavik’s culture, cuisine and city life
Hotel Reykjavík Saga
Panorama Glass Lodge
Amazing sunsets and sunrises, watching the northern lights from your bed
Hotel Búðir
Tailor-made Icelandic romance in a windswept coastal church hotel – designed around you.
Fosshotel Reykjavík
Tailor-made Icelandic city stays in Reykjavik’s tallest hotel – designed around you.
Fantastic trip to Svalbard which delivered the true Arctic experience we were hoping for. The hotels were excellent and the activities – dog sledding and snowmobile expedition were lead by first class guides.
Top tip! The champagne tasting in the world’s most northerly wine cellar in the exceptional Funken Lodge is not to be missed!
Faith
I used OTMT to organise a holiday to see the Northern Lights for my partner’s 50th birthday. They took the time to understand my priorities, the kinds of places we like to stay and the things we like to do. They recommended a fabulous itinerary in Norway centred around the Lyngen Experience Lodge. The holiday itself lived up to expectations and I have no hesitation in recommending OTMT. They listened carefully during the planning and delivered the perfect present for my partner.
Alex
The ease of everything stood out to me. All we had to do was be there at the right time. The dog sledding was the highlight for my daughter and sister. We had the best time! For me, Manshausen was the highlight. We were very lucky and the only guests there for the majority of our stay. The staff was amazing and the food was so delicious. We had moose steak and it was the best meal I’ve ever had.
The cabins were comfortable and we were so lucky to have 2 clear nights where we just sat and watched the northern lights. We were able to get some awesome pictures too.
I appreciate all your time and care with planning our trip! I won’t hesitate to use Off the Map travel for our next adventure.
Kelly
We really enjoyed our Norwegian adventure despite the -22 days! Unfortunately no real experience of viewing the Lights but we did capture a couple of images on our last night – too much cloud otherwise so lots of snow. We really enjoyed the husky lodge – not at all what we had tentatively imagined. Thanks for your assistance, maybe next time we will see the Lights in all their glory.
Andrew
I would thoroughly recommend this company. Their planning and advice was spot on. Alex responded to my calls and emails very promptly. I will definitely use them again for future trips.
Rosie
We have loved it so much here that we have extended our stay and will come back to Bjornfjell and stay in one of their cabins until Jan 3 then we are staying in the igloo hotel the night of the 3rd. 😊We added a few excursions this week – we did the whale trip on the RIB boat (wow!), toured the igloo hotel (which is why we decided to book the last night!) and did the reindeer sleigh at Sorrisniva. You were so right, the bonfire excursion was incredible!!It has been an absolutely amazing trip!
Kristen
Arctic Retreat was simply magical. Graham and his team were superb. Their entire focus was on ensuring we had an outstanding experience. The accommodation, setting and food were all excellent. The team, experienced professionals, each brought their own personal touch and local nuance. It was faultless. The dog sledging trip directly from Arctic Retreat was also superb. We would return to Arctic Retreat in a heartbeat.
George
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
What an amazing trip we are having. It is incredible. Many many thanks for arranging such an incredible trip.
Giles
Amy planned a fantastic trip! Everything was very well-thought out. All transfers went smoothly, accommodations were amazing, great restaurant recommendations and the tours were once-in-a-lifetime, can’t book it yourself off the internet experiences. The guides were all fantastic. Communications were prompt and everything worked exactly the way it was supposed to. What a pleasure! Already working on our next trip.
Anonymous
Hello Lucy!! Kim and I had a fantastic time in Iceland! Probably one of my top 3 trips I’ve ever taken!
It was everything we asked for and you did a wonderful job coordinating it all so beautifully!!
Thank you very much and we will contact you again when we get ready to plan our trip to Norway and Lapland!
Doreen
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook