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ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels

4.0 star property
Hotel in Selfoss with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby
ION Adventure Hotel sits among Iceland's mountains, offering travelers a sophisticated retreat with wellness facilities. Guests can enjoy regional specialties at Silfra restaurant, relax on the garden terrace, or explore the dramatic surrounding landscapes on horseback.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room (Sub-parterre) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Single Room (Sub-parterre)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Thermal)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Patio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Lava) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite (Lava)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Aurora) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite (Aurora)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Selfoss, ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels is in the mountains. Old Dairy Food Hall and Smaralind are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thingvellir National Park and Thingvallavatn. Varmarlaug Swimming Pool and Arbaejarlaug are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Nesjavellir, Selfoss, South Iceland, IS-801

What's nearby

  • Thingvellir National Park - 22 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Kerid Crater - 34 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • Geothermal park - 48 min drive - 33.5 miles
  • Reykjadalur Valley - 52 min drive - 35.6 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 54 min drive - 31.4 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 77 min drive

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

Upscale boutique hotel in the mountains
Consider a stay at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding at this hotel. Indulge in some rest and relaxation at Lava Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Silfra, offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A water dispenser, concierge services, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Plasma TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ISK 4,200 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Northern Lights
  • Silfra

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ISK 19900.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ISK 4200 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 39900 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: ISK 19900.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-out is at noon.

Does ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of ISK 39900 per vehicle applies.

Where is ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels located?

Situated in the mountains, this spa hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Nesjavellir and within 12 mi (20 km) of Thingvallavatn and Thingvellir National Park. Öxarárfoss and Skalafell Ski Area are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 402 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the Golden Circle.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAYDEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architecture and design are beautiful. Location is incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, beautiful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and helpful. The restaurant was very good and the hotel was unique.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location and most comfortable hotel during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ION Adventure was a great landing spot for our stay just outside Thingvellir National Park. The hotel was new, modern and sustainable. It offered great amenities like the pool, sauna with complimentary buffet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique stylish property in an excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations and dining room. Staff was all superb!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special atmosphere in the heart of Iceland National Park. Wonderful experiene to rum away from civilization.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really liked Ion Adventure. The only thing less than perfect was the Silfra restaurant - our wait staff was excellent, but the food was not. I tried the "beet burger", and someone else had the falafel, and they were not good. Otherwise we really liked the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Annie

Quite remote from everything else. Difficult drive up the mountain. No hot water on the last morning when we needed to check out :-(
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Smell from geothermal facility next door
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an awesome stay. Staff was great and took great care of us! Totally recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff, loved the hot tub! Wished the restaurant offered more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous place to stay

Absolutely gorgeous hotel to stay in. Even the northern lights made an appearance!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, provided us a free upgrade. We were blown away!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location for northern lights. Very strong sulfur smell due to steam plant but totally expected. Wake up calls for the northern lights. Modern hotel with great amenities. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A unique experience

Very pleasant staff and great service. Unique location with great facilities. A great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JULIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

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