Nestled in the mountains, ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels offers an upscale retreat with a spa and wellness center. Savor local cuisine at Silfra restaurant or unwind on the garden terrace after horseback riding through breathtaking landscapes.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Steam room
Room service
Business center
Airport shuttle
Limo/town car service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $292
$292
$331 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Why we love this property
Work meets relaxation
This hotel combines professional services with relaxation options. Work efficiently at the business center, then unwind with spa treatments.
Culinary adventures
The hotel's restaurant serves local cuisine using locally-sourced ingredients. Vegan options are available at the bar, along with a buffet breakfast.
Mountaintop adventures
This hotel boasts a scenic mountain location with on-site horseback riding. Guests can also relax on the charming terrace after outdoor excursions.
Thingvellir National Park - 24 min drive - 23.3 km
Kerid Crater - 32 min drive - 35.5 km
Selfoss Church - 39 min drive - 42.6 km
Laugavegur - 50 min drive - 52.0 km
Reykjavik Harbour - 55 min drive - 55.2 km
Getting around
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 44 min drive
Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 77 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Silfra Restaurant at ION - 11 min walk
Northernlights Bar - 11 min walk
About this property
ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels
Enjoy your visit to Selfoss with a stay at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels. Guests can indulge in spa services at the spa, and local cuisine is served at Silfra, which is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
42 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free offsite parking nearby
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Horse riding/rentals
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture & ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Lava Spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Silfra - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Northern Lights - Onsite bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 4200 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ISK 39900 per vehicle
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for ISK 19900.0 per night
Policies
This property uses geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
ION Luxury Adventure Hotel Hveragerdi
ION Luxury Adventure Hveragerdi
ION Adventure Hotel Hveragerdi
ION Adventure Hotel Selfoss
Hotel ION Adventure Hotel Selfoss
Selfoss ION Adventure Hotel Hotel
ION Adventure Selfoss
ION Luxury Adventure Hotel
ION Adventure
ION Adventure Hotel Selfoss
Hotel ION Adventure Hotel Selfoss
Selfoss ION Adventure Hotel Hotel
ION Adventure Selfoss
Hotel ION Adventure Hotel
ION Luxury Adventure Hotel
ION Adventure
ION Adventure Hotel
ION Adventure Hotel Nesjavellir a Member of Design Hotels
Frequently asked questions
Does ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ISK 39900 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels also has a steam room and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?
Yes, Silfra offers local cuisine.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The on-site thermal pool was great, and the outdoor pool offered a lovely atmosphere for relaxing and stargazing. (6 reviews)
The geothermal spa and pool were a must-do experience, providing a great way to relax. (7 reviews)
The geothermal hot tub offered a great and relaxing experience. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Service staff
Northern lights
Room
Location
Spa
Food
Hot Tub
Building
Restaurant
Breakfast
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2026
Amazing location - I would recommend a 4 wheel drive vehicle in winter to access the hotel. Reception staff were very pleasant and informative.
Yvette
Yvette, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Stunning hotel, lovely bar, Christmas dinner was very tasty, highly recommended!
Laura Andreea
Laura Andreea, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2026
Great room. Super attentive staff. Relaxing!
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2026
Excellent hotel. Quite limited in terms of menu options in the restaurant, and it is eyewateringly expensive even by Icelandic standards but the location is stunning and the rooms are very nice. The Northern Lights “bar” was a great place to watch the view (and Northern Lignts). We travelled in March and whilst the roads around the hotel were fine and largely cleared of ice the 36 was very tricky to drive. Worth checking the travel news and maybe getting a 4x4 if snow is likely.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
Room was excellent, staff was great! We loved the location, geothermal pool and sauna, etc. couldn’t have been happier to spend 2 nights here at the End of our Iceland adventure!
kelsey
kelsey, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
Beautiful hotel and upgraded to a new room. Late checkout time, which was very relaxing.
Jocelyn
Jocelyn, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great property, beautiful setting
LeAnne
LeAnne, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 16, 2026
Overall an average hotel really. Based on the reviews and photos we expected a lot more, particularly at that price point.
Due to availability for 4 people we had to book one of the more expensive rooms. Again for that price point you’d expect a nice and quiet room. Ours was right under the reception area which was quiet noisy and for some reason particularly around 10pm.
Rooms clean and good, pool was great with the kids but it looks much bigger on the photos than it actually is.
Breakfast was good, dinner was EXPENSIVE! Definitely milking the remote location. Disappointing that the waitress didn’t tell us that we could also order from the (cheaper) lunch/room service menu.
Some of the staff were amazing particularly with our kids. Others didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Overall a good and average but very pricey hotel. Not living up to the hype created on various social posts.
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 28, 2025
One star for restaurant staff, which did good job during breakfast and dinner.
The hotel is outdated and pictures are a frame for a scam. The hotel reminds you of an old nature center / research facility, it is not a 4-Star Hotel and should not be marketed as one.
Pauli
Pauli, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Great accommodations and dining room. Staff was all superb!!!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Unique stylish property in an excellent location.
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 24, 2026
Love the location, but overall it doesn’t live up to the price. We ordered two lunchboxes to go for 9,000 ISK and got pre-cut cheese sandwiches and four huge apples for two people. It felt like a rip-off. Fish at dinner was great, but housebred was very dry. Also breakfast is not worth it.
Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Wonderful location!
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2024
Great location and great atmosphere
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2024
Extremely accommodating staff, wonderful food and excellent location to view the northern lights! Would absolutely stay here again!
Kelsa
Kelsa, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
Great location and staff, loved the hot tub! Wished the restaurant offered more.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Nice and quiet Hotel far away from everything.
Great food and bar
Volker
Volker, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Wonderful Stay, hotel, and a very peaceful getaway. Wonderful dinner
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Entire experience was fantastic, great food, wonderful staff, nice hot springs, remote location with fabulous scenery and hiking, yet not far from Reykjavik. There were many positives about this very special and unique place, will definitely return in the future if possible.
JULIA
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Fabulous hotel and surroundings to watch Northern Lights. Very kind staff.
Diego
Diego, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2024
Beautiful location and comfortable hotel — great “lounging” outdoor hot tub, cocktail bar, and views from the room. The meals in the restaurant were fab.
Caitlin
Caitlin, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2024
Amazing staff and service. Comfortable and conveniently located.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
Great, cool, comfortable and stylish hotel. Friendly and professional staff.
Hotel is in a somewhat location which adds to its allure.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Phyllis Watt
Wonderful stay in a bucker list destination. We were given an upgrade to a suite. Absolutely gorgeous. Staff all so pleasant and helpful. Food fantastic.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Perfect!
Loved the hotel! Comfortable rooms and beds. We had a great dinner and breakfast at the restaurant there. The staff was super friendly. The view from the bar and pool was amazing.