Stylish boutique hotel in North Iceland offering Arctic adventures, geothermal wonders and elegant Nordic accommodation.
Skáld Hotel Akureyri


Why Stay at Skáld Hotel Akureyri?
Skáld Hotel Akureyri offers a stylish boutique stay in the heart of North Iceland, combining contemporary Scandinavian design with authentic Icelandic hospitality. Located in Akureyri, often referred to as the Capital of North Iceland, the hotel provides an ideal base for exploring some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes, geothermal attractions and Arctic experiences.
Blending modern comfort with Nordic elegance, Skáld Hotel Akureyri features beautifully designed rooms, welcoming communal spaces and a relaxed atmosphere that reflects the charm of northern Iceland. Guests can enjoy easy access to the town’s restaurants, cafés and cultural attractions while being surrounded by dramatic fjords, mountains and volcanic scenery.
Ideal for couples, adventure travellers and luxury city breaks, Skáld Hotel Akureyri offers the perfect combination of comfort, culture and exploration throughout the year.
Itinerary Inspiration
Stay at Skáld Hotel Akureyri and experience the best of North Iceland through dramatic landscapes, geothermal wonders and Arctic adventures. Guests can explore Lake Mývatn, visit Goðafoss Waterfall, enjoy whale watching excursions and discover geothermal attractions throughout the region. Winter offers Northern Lights experiences, while summer brings endless opportunities for hiking, wildlife encounters and exploring beneath extended daylight hours.
Where is Skáld Hotel Akureyri?
Skáld Hotel Akureyri is located in the centre of Akureyri in North Iceland, overlooking one of the country’s most picturesque fjord regions. Its convenient location places guests within walking distance of the town’s shops, restaurants, botanical gardens and cultural attractions.
Akureyri serves as the gateway to many of North Iceland’s most famous natural landmarks, including Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss Waterfall and geothermal landscapes, making the hotel an excellent base for discovering the region.
Tailor Made Adventures at Skáld Hotel Akureyri
- Northern Lights excursions across North Iceland
- Whale watching tours from Akureyri
- Visits to Lake Mývatn and geothermal attractions
- Goðafoss Waterfall sightseeing experiences
- Geothermal spa and wellness experiences
- Hiking through volcanic and mountain landscapes
- Wildlife and Icelandic photography experiences
- Scenic coastal and fjord excursions
- Tailor made luxury adventures in North Iceland
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My family and I traveled to Sweden to see The Northern Lights in March of 2023. From the planning process to every detail of the trip, I could not have been more pleased with our experience. Alex was exceptional to work with. His guidance on the time of year, where to stay, activities to do and how to get to and from everything was spot on. I have never used a tour company before but thought a trip of this kind would be easier with some help. I am so glad that I did. The entire week was seamless and completely stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy Sweden and our time together as a family. I will be recommending Off The Map travel to friends and family and will certainly be using them myself again in the future.
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!
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!
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.
Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
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.
The best travel experience ever on every level you can think of during a Lapland expedition (food, activities, timings, accommodation, transport, service, equipment…). I highly recommend Off The Map Travel for their outstanding level of professionalism and detail oriented mindset!
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!
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.
Exceptional service throughout the entire planning and booking process – travel agencies don’t get any better than this. A brilliant, seamless experience matched by the holiday experience itself. Would recommend ‘Off the Map Travel’ to anyone considering booking for a Nordic experience ‘par excellence’.







