The Retreat AT BLUE LAGOON

ICELAND

THE PERSONALITIES

Wellness seekers. Geothermal lovers. Minimalists. Luxury travellers. Quiet wanderers.

MOMENTS

Volcanic earth and Arctic air. Ethereal blues. Mineral-rich waters and centuries-old lava. Stargazing under a blanket of Northern Lights. Out of this world landscape. Robes all day. 

BEST VISITING MONTHS

Late May to Early September
This period is when Iceland truly comes alive. The days stretch long, with nearly 24 hours of daylight in June, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the landscape. The vibrant greens of summer contrast beautifully with the stark black lava fields, creating a stunning visual tapestry. During these months, the waters of the Blue Lagoon are at their warmest, inviting you to soak and unwind in the mineral-rich geothermal pools. The weather is generally mild, making it ideal for outdoor adventures.

Late September to Mid-October
As summer fades, the landscape transforms into a canvas of autumn colors. This is a quieter time to visit, with fewer crowds and a more intimate experience. The crisp air and changing leaves create a magical atmosphere, perfect for reflection and exploration. This season also marks the beginning of the Northern Lights, offering a chance to witness this breathtaking natural phenomenon.

COST

WHY STAY

Retreat at Blue Lagoon is a sanctuary carved from volcanic rock and geothermal springs—an oasis where water, earth, and sky meet in perfect harmony. Designed by Icelandic firm Basalt Architects, its architecture honors the raw landscape with clean lines, natural materials, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto endless views of the milky-blue lagoon and moss-covered lava fields.

Each suite offers a quiet refuge where minimalist interiors—featuring charcoal tiles, lime green accents, and warm wood—blend seamlessly with the rugged wilderness outside. Choose from the Lagoon Suite, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking your own private stretch of the blue lagoon, or the Moss and Lava Suites, which face moss-covered lava fields and volcanic horizons. Together, these thoughtfully designed spaces create a rare harmony of nature’s power and intentional design, inviting slow mornings and restorative evenings that reset your body and reconnect your soul.

More than a place to rest, the Retreat is the official accommodation of the Blue Lagoon, offering private hot springs and an otherworldly spa. Wellness rituals take center stage—from soaking in mineral-rich geothermal waters to indulgent treatments infused with the lagoon’s signature algae, silica, and minerals.

WHY WANDER

The Blue Lagoon is not just a geothermal spa—it’s a living story of nature’s quiet miracles and human curiosity. Born from volcanic activity, the lagoon became an unexpected sanctuary when locals discovered its mineral-rich waters soothed skin ailments and refreshed weary bodies. Today, it stands as both a natural wonder and a crafted experience, where science and landscape converge in harmony.

But the lagoon is just the beginning. Beyond its steamy waters, the Reykjanes Peninsula unfolds in a tapestry of experiences—black lava fields stretching to the horizon, bubbling mud pots, and windswept cliffs where seabirds wheel above crashing waves. Nearby fishing villages offer glimpses into Iceland’s rugged coastal life, with fresh seafood and quiet harbors.

Further afield, Iceland reveals a wildness that feels both primeval and ever-changing: the thundering Gullfoss waterfall carving its canyon, the Strokkur geyser erupting in rhythmic bursts, and the glimmering ice sculptures of Diamond Beach where glaciers meet the sea. National parks like Þingvellir invite exploration through tectonic rifts and shimmering lakes, while the surreal geothermal landscapes near Lake Mývatn offer otherworldly views.

Whether chasing the Northern Lights across the darkened sky, hiking through moss-draped lava fields, or wandering beneath ancient volcanic peaks, every journey here is a reminder of Iceland’s elemental force.

INDULGE IN

Try the 7 course menu at the Retreat's Moss restaurant for masterfully prepared, local sustainable dishes. Visit Blue Lagoon's signature Lava Restaurant and try lava rock salt butter with Icelandic bread and torched Arctic char, followed by lamb or cod. 

GETTING THERE

Just a 20-minute drive from Keflavík International Airport and 50 minutes from Reykjavík, the retreat is perfectly placed for ease and escape. A short shuttle or private transfer brings you to the stillness of geothermal calm.

WILD INITIATIVES

“Blue Lagoon was recently awarded a B Corp Certification, which is the culmination of our three-decade evolution as a company prioritizing people and planet in every dimension of our operations. With this accreditation, we are honored to join an esteemed group of 7,000 corporations that abide by the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.”

*Images property of The Retreat at Blue Lagoon

Panorama Glass Lodge

ICELAND

THE PERSONALITIES

Stargazers. Northern Lights chasers. Solitude seekers. Storytellers. Those who find luxury in silence and vast horizons.

MOMENTS

Waking in a glass cabin as the first blush of dawn spills over mossy lava fields. Watching the Northern Lights arc and dance above your bed. Slow mornings with coffee, wrapped in wool, as steam rises from your private hot tub. The deep hum of winter stillness.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

Visit October to March if your dream is to witness the Northern Lights dancing overhead. Summer, from June to August, offers long, golden days under the midnight sun—perfect for exploring Iceland’s South Coast without the rush of winter storms. Spring and autumn bring softer light, fewer visitors, and the chance to experience the land in seasonal transition.

COST

WHY STAY

Panorama Glass Lodge is not a hotel—it’s a front-row seat to Iceland’s wild landscapes. Set in Hella, in south Iceland, the single glass cabin offers true Scandinavian luxury with unparalleled privacy and uninterrupted views of the Icelandic highlands and volcano Hekla. Inspired by traditional Icelandic houses yet crafted from glass and steel, it reimagines the idea of shelter in the wild.

Inside, Nordic minimalism meets cocooned comfort—sheepskin throws, warm wood accents, and the quiet glow of a stove. Slip from the glass sauna into the steaming outdoor hot pool, or let the rainforest shower’s spa-like ambiance wash away the day’s chill. Sleep beneath duvets from Böhmerwald Bavaria, wrapped in Schlafgut Germany linen, as the Northern Lights dance overhead in winter or the midnight sun spills across the sky in summer. End each day of exploration in your private luxury cabin at the edge of the world, where the silence is as stunning as the view.

WHY WANDER

This stretch of Iceland feels like another planet—black sand beaches, jagged cliffs, geothermal springs, and waterfalls just a short drive away. In summer, the midnight sun casts a golden light that never fades; in winter, the skies turn to ink, pierced by the green shimmer of the aurora. Whether you choose to roam glacial lagoons or hike moss-covered lava fields, you’ll return to your lodge with the sense that the outside world has grown quieter. The surrounding South Coast is also dotted with volcanic wonders and Viking history, each site layered with the myths that have shaped Icelandic culture for centuries.

INDULGE IN

Local provisions for a cozy night in—fresh-baked rye bread, smoked salmon, Icelandic butter.

GETTING THERE

Panorama Glass Lodge is a 45-minute drive from Reykjavík, following the scenic Route 1 along the South Coast. Renting a car is essential, not just for reaching the lodge, but for exploring Iceland’s surrounding landscapes at your own pace.

WILD INITIATIVES

“Guests are encouraged to contribute to nature and climate protection in Iceland, by donating to Acuparia Foundation, an Icelandic non-profit foundation, that will plant a tree on their behalf. The Foundation’s reforestation area is open and owned by the general public so that everyone can visit their tree and see how it will grow and develop in the coming years.

As an environmentally sustainable business, we are committed to reducing the impact of our company’s operations on the environment. With effective policies in place we provide a safe, healthful workplace, protecting the environment, and conserving energy and natural resources. Our goal is to promote sustainability and achieve environmental awareness at all levels of our company.

*Images property of Panorama Glass Lodge

ION ADVENTURE HOTEL

ICELAND

The Personalities

Adventurers who seek beauty untouched. Stargazers. Geology buffs. Winter dreamers who crave a horizon without interruption.

Moments

Steam rising from a geothermal pool into cold winter air. The quiet hum of wind across mossy lava. Spotting the Aurora while still in your robe. The deep stillness after a long hike in the rift valley.

Best Visiting Months

Visit October to March, If you're after the Northern Lights. However, most outdoor activities are available while the temperatures are mild during the high Season in the summer, June to August.  

Cost

Why stay

ION Adventure Hotel rises like a beacon on the edge of Iceland’s raw wilderness, where design meets lava fields and steaming earth. Set just above Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the hotel feels both futuristic and elemental, built from reclaimed wood, lava, and steel. Its vast windows frame an untamed horizon of moss-covered rock and shifting skies, making the landscape an inseparable part of the experience. Here, architecture doesn’t compete with nature; it heightens it, creating a sanctuary that is at once stark, luxurious, and deeply in tune with the land.

From this perch, the Golden Circle unfolds at your doorstep—Geysir’s eruptions, Gullfoss’s thundering cascade, the rift valleys where continents drift apart. Days of adventure give way to nights of stillness: soaking in the geothermal pool, watching the aurora ripple across black skies, or retreating to one of the 45 minimalist Nordic rooms where every window is a portal to the wild.

Why wander

Because Iceland is a living geology lesson, and ION sits at its heart. Step outside and you’re within reach of the Golden Circle’s greatest wonders: Thingvellir, where continents drift apart; Gullfoss, a double cascade plunging into a canyon with the roar of a storm; and Geysir, the geothermal field where boiling earth breathes skyward every few minutes. Yet it’s the quieter moments that stay with you—the sulfur scent of steam rising from fissures, the hidden hot pools tucked among hills of moss, the way light shifts endlessly across the lava plains.

Here, wandering means surrendering to the elements. In winter, you chase auroras across black skies; in summer, you hike under midnight sun. Trails weave across ancient lava fields, past volcanic craters and geothermal vents that pulse with heat from deep inside the earth. Wild horses graze near glacial rivers, while in the distance snowcaps glow against dark basalt.

Indulge in

At ION, dining is a love letter to Iceland’s raw larder—think Arctic char pulled from glacial rivers, lamb raised on windswept pastures, and foraged berries that taste like the tundra itself. The Silfra Restaurant & Bar draws on the seasons, plating dishes as striking as the landscape outside its glass walls. End the day with a cocktail infused with Icelandic herbs, best enjoyed fireside as the wind hums across the lava fields.

Getting There

Just under an hour’s drive from Reykjavík, ION Adventure Hotel sits where civilization fades into the highlands. The road winds past Thingvellir National Park before reaching the hotel’s modern silhouette rising from the lava. A rental car offers the most freedom, but private transfers can be arranged for those who prefer to simply watch the scenery roll by.

WILD INITIATIVES

ION treads lightly on its volcanic perch. The hotel is powered in part by geothermal energy, draws water from local hot springs, and works with regional producers to keep its kitchen hyper-local. Interiors feature reclaimed wood, recycled materials, and Icelandic art, all chosen to honor the land that surrounds it. Every stay supports a property committed to protecting Iceland’s fragile wilderness while offering guests a front-row seat to its beauty.

Hotel Rangá

ICELAND

THE PERSONALITIES

Astronomers. Hikers. Riders. 

MOMENTS

Remote log cabin vibes. Having a drink in the hot tub while watching the Northern lights. Gourmet dining facing Iceland's salmon river. Exploring far corners of the world. 

BEST VISITING MONTHS

Visit October to March, if you're after the Northern Lights. However, most outdoor activities are available while the temperatures are mild during the high Season in the summer, June to August.  

COST

WHY STAY

Hotel Rangá is a remote luxury hotel in southern Iceland, perfect for stargazing, chasing the Northern Lights and exploring the far corners of the country of fire and ice. 

There are 51 rooms, including suites designed after each of the seven continents, facing the East Rangá River or the Mt. Hekla volcano. Spend the night with the universe by looking through Ranga's high quality astronomical telescopes at their one of a kind observatory (A 14 inch Celestron Edge HD Schmidt-Cassegrain reflector and a TEC 160ED APO refractor on a Astrophysics 900 mount). Finish the day with a soak in the riverside hot tubs after a day full of discovery. 

WHY WANDER

Hotel Rangá is a mid point between the Golden Circle and the Glacier Lagoon(Jökulsárlón), making it the ultimate starting point for your Icelandic adventure. Explore glaciers and volcanoes, visit black sand beaches, stunning waterfalls and secret hot springs. See the countryside by riding Icelandic horses or view the country's rugged landscape from above with a private Helicopter tour. 

INDULGE IN

Warm up with Brennivín, Iceland’s signature liquor. Try the lamb or arctic char, and finish the meal with carrot sorbet. The restaurant prides itself on local, seasonal and masterfully prepared food. 

GETTING THERE

Hotel Ranga is two hour drive from the Keflavík international airport. Rent a 4x4 and get ready to explore. 

NOTES

Do not pack light! Iceland's weather can change in a matter of minutes. Make sure to bring your parka and warm hiking boots, even in the summer months. 

*Images property of Ranga Hotel