The Greenhouse Hotel (Gróðurhúsið) is an award-winning, design-forward lifestyle hotel, culinary destination, and green community hub located in the geothermal hotspot of Hveragerði, Iceland. Perfectly positioned on the edge of Iceland’s volcanic south coast, this innovative eco-estate serves as a spectacular basecamp for nature and eco-travelers. The property seamlessly balances stylish upscale hospitality with an indoor greenhouse atmosphere, housing a diverse street-food hall, sustainable boutiques, and a farmers market under a sunlit interior that celebrates the town’s thermal greenhouse heritage.
Highlights:
🛏️ Upcycled & Sustainable Nordic Design: Relax in beautiful guest rooms custom-crafted by celebrated Icelandic interior designer Hálfdan Pedersen, who used upcycled, recycled, and natural materials to blend eco-conscious sustainability with high-end modern comforts.
🌮 Mathöll Suðurlands (The South Food Hall): Indulge your palate in the lively, street-food style food hall featuring everything from spicy Mexican tacos and Asian fusion plates to fresh Icelandic fish, juicy burgers, and a signature Colonial Bar.
🧶 Artisan Boutiques & Farmers Market: Browse curated clothing and outdoor gear by up-and-coming Icelandic designers, or step over to the indoor farmers market to taste hyper-local gourmet delicacies, preserves, and traditional wool knitwear curated from small farmers across the country.
Information:
🌼Type: Eco-Friendly Design Hotel
📍Place: Hveragerði, Iceland
📅 Date: Hotel services operate 24/7 year-round
☀️ Best Time to Visit: Book a stay during the late summer months to pair your trip with Hveragerði’s famous Blómstrandi Dagar (Blooming Days) festival, or use it as a cozy autumn base to hike to the nearby Reykjadalur natural hot river before dinner.
🌐Website: https://thegreenhouse.is/
