About Hótel Húsafell
On the edge of the pristine Highlands, about a two-hour drive from Reykjavik, lies the elegant Hótel Húsafell. This cozy hotel combines luxury with sustainability and is tucked away among lava fields, glacier rivers, and waterfalls. It is a perfect base to explore West Iceland, with attractions such as the Hraunfossar waterfalls and the Langjökull glacier nearby.
What to expect:
- Contemporary luxury in a unique location in the Icelandic wilderness
- Renowned restaurant with local and seasonal products
- Private geothermal-heated pool with views of nature
- One of the best places to spot the Aurora Borealis
- Numerous outdoor activities, from glacier excursions to northern lights walks
- Eco-friendly and self-sufficient hotel concept
Impression
Your stay
At Hótel Húsafell, tranquility, space, and comfort are central. The atmosphere is warm and modern, with many natural materials and large windows that bring the stunning nature inside. Here, you escape the hustle and bustle and fully relax.
Hotel Information
Accommodation
The 48 rooms are stylish and minimalist, with natural colors and plenty of light. You can choose from standard rooms, deluxe, superior deluxe, and spacious suites. All rooms feature:
- Comfortable beds with luxurious bedding
- Bathroom with rain shower or bathtub and Icelandic toiletries from Soley
- Coffee and tea facilities
- View of the mountains, lava fields, or the northern lights
Restaurant
The award-winning restaurant of Húsafell serves creative Icelandic dishes with a modern twist. You will enjoy:
- Local ingredients such as game, lamb, trout, and fresh-caught fish
- Seasonally matched wine selection
- View of the surrounding nature from the stylish restaurant
- Options for à-la-carte and chef's menu
Swimming pool
- The hotel features a beautiful geothermal swimming complex:
- Two heated outdoor pools
- Warm hot tubs with panoramic views
- Environmentally friendly heating with local sources
- Warm hot tubs overlooking the landscape
Activities
Húsafell is an ideal base for nature lovers and adventurers:
- Glacier walks on the Langjökull
- Visit to the ice tunnel "Into the Glacier"
- Hiking near the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls
- Spotting the Northern Lights (with wake-up call service!)
- Golfing at the northernmost golf course in the world
Golfing
Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the scenic 9-hole golf course at Húsafell, which is GEO certified – the international standard for sustainability. The course is a member of the Icelandic Golf Federation and is beautifully situated between two crystal-clear rivers and a birch forest. You play over the rivers Kaldá and Stuttá, with views of glacier-covered mountains. A unique experience is playing a round of golf under the midnight sun – a true Icelandic highlight! The golf course is open from mid-May to mid-September.
Sustainability
Hótel Húsafell is a pioneer in sustainability in Iceland:
- 100% locally generated energy (hydro and geothermal)
- Sustainably built with natural materials
- Waste reduction and reuse where possible
- Attention to ecology and nature conservation in the area
Accommodation
The 48 rooms are stylish and minimalist, with natural colors and plenty of light. You can choose from standard rooms, deluxe, superior deluxe, and spacious suites. All rooms feature:
- Comfortable beds with luxurious bedding
- Bathroom with rain shower or bathtub and Icelandic toiletries from Soley
- Coffee and tea facilities
- View of the mountains, lava fields, or the northern lights
Restaurant
The award-winning restaurant of Húsafell serves creative Icelandic dishes with a modern twist. You will enjoy:
- Local ingredients such as game, lamb, trout, and fresh-caught fish
- Seasonally matched wine selection
- View of the surrounding nature from the stylish restaurant
- Options for à-la-carte and chef's menu
Swimming pool
- The hotel features a beautiful geothermal swimming complex:
- Two heated outdoor pools
- Warm hot tubs with panoramic views
- Environmentally friendly heating with local sources
- Warm hot tubs overlooking the landscape
Activities
Húsafell is an ideal base for nature lovers and adventurers:
- Glacier walks on the Langjökull
- Visit to the ice tunnel "Into the Glacier"
- Hiking near the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls
- Spotting the Northern Lights (with wake-up call service!)
- Golfing at the northernmost golf course in the world
Golfing
Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the scenic 9-hole golf course at Húsafell, which is GEO certified – the international standard for sustainability. The course is a member of the Icelandic Golf Federation and is beautifully situated between two crystal-clear rivers and a birch forest. You play over the rivers Kaldá and Stuttá, with views of glacier-covered mountains. A unique experience is playing a round of golf under the midnight sun – a true Icelandic highlight! The golf course is open from mid-May to mid-September.
Sustainability
Hótel Húsafell is a pioneer in sustainability in Iceland:
- 100% locally generated energy (hydro and geothermal)
- Sustainably built with natural materials
- Waste reduction and reuse where possible
- Attention to ecology and nature conservation in the area
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