Overlooking moss-covered lava fields, this abandoned inn turned boutique hotel mixes luxury with nature for an unforgettable Icelandic adventure.
At the Hotel
A contemporary structure set amidst magnificent terrain, Ion Adventure Hotel is the perfect destination to explore Iceland’s unique environment. The eco-luxury accommodation features 45 well-appointed guestrooms, an onsite restaurant and bar, warm outdoor pool and indulgent spa. A range of activities are available year-round and include day jeep tours, snow mobile adventures, horseback riding and white-water rafting; visit between September and March for your best chance at catching a glimpse of the Northern Lights.
Food & Drink
Showcasing the best of New Nordic cuisine, Silfra Restaurant captures the local flavor and spirit of Iceland with its menu of simple, farm-fresh ingredients and innovative dishes. The Northern Lights Bar serves as a site for reading, relaxing, eating and drinking with a menu featuring light dishes and an extensive array of liqueurs, beers and spirits from Iceland’s microbreweries.
Rooms
Each of the 45 bedrooms – 21 Standard and 24 Deluxe – are similar in their sustainable design and classic Icelandic style. Each feature recycled natural materials and floor-to-ceiling windows with unrivalled views of Thingveller National Park or the Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Plant. All come well-appointed with fair-trade organic linen, organic amenities and spacious bathrooms with water-saving shower systems. Each can be reconfigured to accommodate couples or singles and additional beds for children up to 12 years old are available.
Location
Just over an hour’s drive from Reykjavik, Ion Adventure Hotel is a secluded but reachable retreat surrounded by majestic mountains and lava fields. UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellier National Park and its picturesque lakes and rugged rockland serve as the hotel’s backdrop while the civilization of the country’s capital and small town Selfoss are within easy reach.
address
Nesjavellir
Selfoss 801, Iceland
Selfoss 801, Iceland
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