Hotel Grimsborgir

A stone’s throw away from one of Iceland’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this remote, tranquil oasis invites deep relaxation with its wide selection of rooms ranging from the simply luxurious to the exquisitely unparalleled. Hues of cream and slate create an atmosphere that refreshes and renews. Notions of privacy are accentuated, with 14 rooms appointed with private, outdoor hot tubs.

Fitted in a classic country style, Hotel Grimsborgir drips with luxury, comfort, and accessibility. Located in the heart of the Golden Circle, rooms are nevertheless tucked away in a rural enclave so as to promote tranquillity. Rustic oak floors and crisp, clean colours are set against natural accents—pictures of nature and rich green plants.

Deluxe apartment-style accommodations are also available, additionally equipped with the high-class comforts of country living including a fireplace, large terrace, and top-of-the-line grill. Draw the sweeping blackout curtains for an uninterrupted night’s sleep, or leave them open to watch the midnight sun rise through oversized windows.

Owners with decades of experience transformed this quiet location into a passion project, inviting some of the country’s top chefs to its restaurant featuring Icelandic and international cuisine crafted from the finest local produce. Dine beneath the Northern Lights on the large outdoor terrace, or venture to one of three nearby golf courses for an afternoon among moss-covered rocks and wide, awe-inspiring views.