The Greenhouse Hotel
Eco-conscious, lively, and unpretentious. This is not a hushed luxury hotel — the food hall buzzes and there's live music at the bar. Rooms are compact but thoughtfully done: locally made ceramics, Sóley organic toiletries, and real mountain views from every window.
Book the suite on the top floor — it's 34 sqm with a private outdoor area and the best mountain views in the house.
Why It Matters
Listed in both the Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels, this is the only hotel in Iceland that doubles as a fully operational food market, street food hall, and Icelandic design shopping center — all in one building. The tech-forward self check-in (unique door code sent by email) and in-room QR ordering system are genuinely slick for the price point. The hotel also owns the Reykjadalur Lodge, a striking black pavilion at the foot of the hot spring hiking trail.
Opened in late 2021, The Greenhouse Hotel (Gróðurhúsið in Icelandic) is a 49-room boutique property sitting at the entrance of geothermally active Hveragerði, about 40 minutes south of Reykjavík. The building is a modern, utilitarian structure brought to life by Icelandic production designer Hálfdan Pedersen — think lush indoor plants everywhere, recycled furniture, and a ground-floor food hall with seven restaurants, a colonial-style cocktail bar, and Icelandic designer shops all under one roof. Every room is on the upper floors and faces the mountains.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Family Room
Slightly larger than the Standard Room at 22 sqm, the Family Room adds a bunk bed alongside the 160cm double — practical for couples with kids or small group travelers. Private bathroom included. Same mountain-view windows and locally sourced furnishings as standard rooms.
Double (160cm) + Bunk Bed · 22 sqm
Standard Room
Compact but well-equipped room on the second or third floor. The 160cm double bed comes with a warm duvet, soft and hard pillow options, and Massimo Vignelli-inspired bedside lamps. Bench and dining table, flat screen TV, mini fridge, coffee and tea facilities. Walk-in shower bathroom with shampoo, shower gel, large towels, vanity kit, and hairdryer. Large window looks out over the mountains and geothermal landscape of Hveragerði. Rooms are furnished with locally made or recycled pieces.
Double (160cm) · 17 sqmSuite
The best room in the building. Located on the top floor with a private outside terrace area and the most expansive mountain views. At 34 sqm, there's a separate living area with a sofa that can also sleep two children. Spacious and bright — genuinely a different experience from the standard rooms. Designed by Icelandic production designer Hálfdan Pedersen with antique furniture and natural ambiance.
King Double · 34 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
8 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Try your luck with axe throwing and archery at Ingólfsskáli, about 15 minutes from the hotel.
Off-road buggy rides through Icelandic lava fields, moss, and stream crossings. Partnered with Buggy Tours Is. Described as the newest way to experience ATV adventures in Iceland. Departures from the hotel.
Guided exploration of Raufarhólshellir, one of Iceland's longest and best-known lava tubes. Located 30 minutes from Reykjavík and accessible year-round.
The hotel can arrange guided day tours to the Golden Circle, South Coast, Skaftafell National Park, Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón), Reykjanes Peninsula, and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Contact info@thegreenhouse.is to book.
Professionally guided fishing trips on the rivers and lakes of Iceland, bookable via the hotel's activity partners.
A 9-hole golf course aiming to be among the best 9-hole layouts in Iceland. Located in the Reykjadalur valley, just 5 minutes by car from the hotel.
The hotel's most celebrated backyard activity. A self-guided hike starting near the hotel (the Greenhouse owns the Reykjadalur Lodge at the trailhead) leads to a naturally heated geothermal river where you can bathe. Takes about 1 hour of hiking to reach. Stunning scenery with steaming landscape throughout.
Icelandic horse riding through the surrounding landscape via partner stables Sólhestar and Eldhestar — both well-regarded operators with decades of experience.
Scenic bike rides through the Reykjadalur valley and surrounding landscape with Ice Bike Adventures. Rides tailored to highlight the hotel's favourite local spots.
A full-kilometer zipline over the 'Black Canyon' with waterfalls and columnar basalt below. The longest zipline in Iceland. Suitable for the whole family.
Range of motorised and paddle adventures bookable through the hotel's tour desk, including snowmobiles and kayaking.
Guided private jeep tour to find the Northern Lights away from light pollution. A professional guide drives guests to optimal viewing spots when aurora is forecast.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Second-floor lounge with mountain views — comfortable area for guests to relax with morning views and natural light.
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Arcade and game room on-site for guests.
Rooftop and lounge area with views to the mountains and south coast.
Ground-floor boutique stores selling Icelandic design brands including Epal and Álafoss (knitwear, woollen sweaters, blankets), outdoor wear, and designer clothing. Also a farmers market with gourmet local produce.
Staff available 24 hours at the hospitality desk for guest assistance, activity bookings, and local recommendations — even though check-in is digital.
Greenhouse gift certificates available for hotel stays, dining, shopping, and experiences.
On-site hair salon.
The building is in the process of receiving BREEAM certification — the world's leading sustainability assessment method for buildings. Strong focus on reused/upcycled materials, local sourcing, and tech solutions to minimize waste.
QR codes in each room let guests browse menus from all food hall restaurants and the hotel shop, add to a single basket, and pay — food is then SMS-notified as ready for pickup downstairs.
Fully contactless keyless entry — a unique door code is emailed before arrival. No need to queue at reception. Check-out instructions arrive by email on departure morning.
On-site hot tub for hotel guests.
On-site heated pool available to hotel guests.
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