Carved into an 800-year-old lava field, The Retreat at Blue Lagoon offers the intoxicating double whammy of an otherworldly landscape and cheerful Scandinavian design. The interiors feature a stylistic mix that echoes the slate gray of the rocks and the earthy tones of the moss that covers them. After spending the day bathing in the mineral-rich waters of the lagoon or visiting the underground spa, you'll deserve to dine at Moss, where Icelandic tasting menus and a first-class wine list await. If you're lucky, your dream vacation might even be crowned by the Northern Lights dancing above the lagoon.
At the retreat, you can start your day in the underground spa, where a sumptuous à la carte breakfast is served—just the right way to set the tone for a long day of treatments and lagoon visits. You can also enjoy an underwater massage area, a cold fountain, a steam bath with lava walls, a sauna, and two treatment rooms. If you want to take it a little easier, you can take part in one of the morning yoga classes or guided hikes. Reykjavík, the country's capital, is only a 50-minute drive from the hotel. A stroll through the old town and a visit to the towering Hallgrimskirkja are a must!
All Junior Suites are the same size and style, with modern wood paneling, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a freestanding bathtub in the room. The difference lies in the view—choose between solidified lava, moss-covered rocks, or the bright blue waters of the lagoon. In the spacious two-bedroom Blue Lagoon Suite, you can even enjoy your own private piece of the lagoon, accessible via the expansive terrace, and a private spa with sauna and steam room. It doesn't get much more relaxing than this!
Head chef Ingi Thorarinn Fridriksson and his team welcome you to Moss, an atmospheric restaurant that has even been recommended by the Michelin Guide. The team works in an open kitchen at the heart of the action, creating modern Icelandic dishes that take you on a culinary journey across the island. The ingredients are always local and organic, sourced mainly from the surrounding mountains, farms, and Icelandic waters. Choose either from the à la carte menu—the catch of the day is always a good choice—or from the five- and seven-course tasting menus.
Judging by its name, The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland could be located somewhere in the South Seas. But the opposite is true. This unique design hotel awaits you in the far north, surrounded by the barren but perhaps all the more fascinating landscape of Iceland. Moss-covered rocks, dramatic lava landscapes, and the milky blue waters of the iconic Blue Lagoon await you. The unique architecture of this Red Dot Award-winning hotel gives the impression that it has been woven into the natural surroundings. Clean lines and natural materials make each of the suites an authentic retreat. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide spectacular views, and some of the suites feature a private terrace directly overlooking the magical lagoon.
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