Address: Austurbakki 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Phone: +354 582 0000
Website: marriott.com

Before returning to Reykjavik, hop on a boat for some whale-watching, conquer your fear of heights with zip-lining, or head to a nearby island to see the famous puffins. Once back in the capital, be sure to book one of several well-known multi-course restaurants featured in the Michelin guidebook. The EDITION is the best hotel in town in terms of location, contemporary rooms, and rooftop bar.

Address: 570 Fljót, Ólafsfjörður, Iceland
Phone: +1 970 251 8271
Website: elevenexperience.com/deplar-farm-iceland

Weather permitting, take a helicopter from The Retreat and land at one of the most picturesque hotels in the world. Located in a valley surrounded by mountains and streams, Deplar Farm is total luxury but with an unrivaled cool factor. Depending on time of year, guests can enjoy heli-skiing or heli-hiking, white-water rafting, fishing, floating, horseback-riding, mountain biking, you name it. Once back at the hotel, unwind at the incredible spa with its indoor-outdoor pool, cold plunge and sauna, gather music-lovers for a jam session in the band loft, and then head to the communal table for a multi-course meal by their incredible chefs. The guest rooms are luxuriously cozy and feature steam showers.

Address: Norðurljósavegur 11 240 Grindavík Iceland
Phone: +354 420 8700
Website: bluelagoon.com

Wellness-seekers all over the world come to Iceland just to experience the hot springs at The Retreat at the Blue Lagoon. Set amongst lave fields and volcanic activity, the naturally warm waters are a welcome respite from the cold air at all times a year, and the spa is a truly unique experience. Its “ritual” consists of mud bathing and special oils that detox and cleanse the body, all inside a cave-like room that accesses the springs. Guests are also treated to several bottles of the resorts own skincare line, and can also experience their Michelin-starred restaurant.