The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland

Nordurljosavegur 11, Grindavik, Iceland
61 Rooms
Traditional Elegance & Quiet
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MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View

Yes, Iceland’s famous Blue Lagoon is a manmade tourist attraction, but only a killjoy would shun it on that basis — especially now that it’s also the site of the incredibly stylish and unmistakably high-end Retreat Hotel. It’s got its own guests-only lagoon, so that you can skip the very busy public pool, and a couple of suites come with their own fully private baths. It’s also got a lavish day spa that makes the most of Iceland’s unique volcanic resources.

The upgrade to the bathing experience is a welcome one, but perhaps even more impressive are the Retreat’s accommodations, a set of minimalist-luxe suites and junior suites, all of them with floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of the lagoon, the volcanic rocks, and/or southwestern Iceland’s unique lava-field landscape.

Lava, the more casual restaurant, is open all day — some diners arrive in robes — while the Spa Restaurant maintains a focus on healthful cooking. Meanwhile the hotel’s flagship Moss Restaurant is most memorable of the three, and not only for its dramatic space and far-ranging views; in 2023 it earned a Michelin star for its artful interpretations of Iceland’s homegrown flavors.

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Location

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
Nordurljosavegur 11, Grindavik, Iceland

Amenities & Services

  • Free wi-fi
  • Free parking
  • Off street parking
  • Valet parking
  • Bar
  • Wine Cellar
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hour room service
  • Spa
  • Spa treatments (on request)
  • Sauna
  • Yoga
  • Steam rooms
  • Gym
  • 100% non-smoking hotel
  • Concierge
  • 24 hour front desk
  • Adjoining rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/bank office
  • Multi-lingual staff
  • Wake-up service
  • Wood burning fireplace
  • Library
  • Lounge
  • Luggage storage
  • EV Charging Station
  • Cribs (subject to availability)
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Hot spring bath

Need to Know

  • Please note hotel operating hours are from 8:00-21:00; Same day reservations made after 19:00 may not be honored.
  • Inclusions:
  •  Access to the Retreat Spa* and the Blue Lagoon Ritual*
  •  Access to the Retreat Lagoon* and the Blue Lagoon**
  •  15% off Blue Lagoon Skincare products during your stay
  •  In-room minibar with soft drinks, beer, and wine
  • Complimentary Activities during your stay:
  •  Morning yoga
  •  Guided group hikes (weather permitting)
  •  Afternoon coffee and Icelandic pastries in the lounge
  • Traveling with Children: Since there is direct access to water surrounding the hotel, children age 8 years or younger are not permitted to stay in suites on the ground floor. These suites include Lava View Junior Suites, Lagoon View Junior Suites, and Lagoon Suites.
  •  All suites are designed for a maximum occupancy of 2 adult guests. We do offer interconnected junior suites in Lava View Junior suite or Moss Junior suite categories.
  •  A sofa in the Lagoon Suites or Moss Suites can be transformed into a bed for 1 child up to 11 years of age. The supplemental charge for this service is ISK 50,000 per night.
  •  Minimum age for using the Retreat Spa and the Retreat Lagoon is 12 years.
  •  Minimum age for using the Blue Lagoon is 2 years.
Check in: 15:00
Check out: 11:00

Credit cards accepted

Sustainability Measures and Certifications

We ask every hotel in our selection how they are working to make a positive impact on the planet and in their community. This hotel has confirmed the following measures are in place.
Guest Rooms and Public Spaces
  • Uses renewable energy
  • Uses energy-efficient heating and cooling
  • Uses energy-efficient lighting
  • Stocks eco-friendly shampoo and soap
  • Gives guests the option to reuse linens and towels
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic toiletries
  • No single-use plastics
  • Provides charging for electric vehicles
Dining
  • Sources produce from local farms
  • Creates seasonal menus from locally sourced produce
  • Offers vegan menu options
  • Composts food waste
  • Reduces food waste
Community and Environment
  • Purchases from locally owned businesses
  • Hires locally with fair wages, benefits, and advancement
  • Actively supports the needs of the local community
  • Trains staff in sustainability best practices
  • Trains staff in local cultural heritage
  • Restores and protects natural ecosystems and wildlife
  • Measures and reduces water waste
  • Measures and reduces carbon emissions

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