Just three hours from London, Iceland’s southwestern lava fields unfold like a private world. Moss-draped rocks shift with the changing light, steam rises from hidden geothermal pools, and the air carries a crisp, elemental energy. Blue Lagoon’s trio of properties; The Retreat, Silica, and Kerlingarfjöll Highland Base, immerse guests in this dramatic volcanic terrain, where mineral-rich waters, design-led serenity, and sensory adventure shape every moment.

The Retreat: Luxury Carved in Lava

Nestled within an 800-year-old lava flow, The Retreat offers 60 terraced suites with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the volcanic plains and the mineral-rich geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon. The two-room Lagoon Suite provides a private terrace and direct access to a heated geothermal pool, like a personal mini-Blue Lagoon. The larger Blue Lagoon Suite adds a private spa, panoramic views, and dedicated butler service, creating a retreat that feels intimate yet grand.

The spa, carved deep into volcanic rock, spans 2,000 square metres of wellness space. Steam rooms, saunas, and hidden relaxation areas complement the signature Blue Lagoon Ritual, which guides guests through silica, algae, and mineral treatments. The adjacent Retreat Lagoon offers in-water massages in secluded coves, where the warm, mineral-rich waters flow naturally, supporting a sense of effortless restoration.

Dining at Moss, one of only three Michelin-starred restaurants in Iceland, brings the landscape to the table. Chef Agnar Sverrisson, formerly of London’s Texture, transforms Arctic char, sea urchin, lamb, and Icelandic wasabi into elegantly plated courses that feel both elemental and refined.

Private experiences extend the drama of the volcanic terrain, with a subterranean wine cellar three metres deep hosts tastings with Old and New World vintages paired with Icelandic cheeses, while the Caviar and Champagne experience is served within lava walls, combining luxury with intimacy.

Silica: Calm Amongst the Lava Fields

Silica’s 35 double-twin rooms embody minimalist Scandinavian design. Floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces dissolve the boundary between interior and lava fields, opening onto views of the volcanic horizon. The property’s private lagoon, drawn from the same geothermal waters as the Blue Lagoon, offers a more intimate and contemplative experience.

Float Therapy suspends guests weightlessly in warm, mineral-rich waters, while In-Water Massage combines geothermal warmth and skilled touch to soothe the body. Treatments here are precise yet unhurried, each moment drawing attention to the volcanic environment beyond the windows.

For those seeking quiet luxury, Silica offers moments of discovery: a sunrise soak in the private lagoon, a meditative float as morning mist drifts across the lava, or a serene terrace breakfast overlooking the untouched landscape. The result is immersive, restorative, and quietly indulgent.

KerlingarfjöllBase: Luxury at the Edge of the Highlands

Kerlingarfjöll Highland Base lies deep in Iceland’s central highlands, surrounded by stark, otherworldly peaks. The property transforms with the seasons. Winter brings skiing, snowmobiling, stargazing, and northern lights displays while summer offers midnight sun hiking, mountain biking, and exploration of geothermal valleys.

Accommodation caters to every type of traveller. Guests can camp by riversides, stay in 48 elegantly minimalist hotel rooms, or choose high-end lodges, all designed to harmonise with the surrounding environment. Interiors are warm and understated, allowing the landscape to dominate, while underground tunnels connect rooms to the Highland Baths—geothermal pools hidden beneath the surface where waters restore tired muscles after a day outdoors.

Experiences extend beyond the spa. Guests can explore glacial rivers, volcanic ridges, and highland hot springs, or simply linger on a lodge terrace, watching light sweep across cragged peaks. Adventure and indulgence coexist seamlessly here, offering a wild, elemental, yet effortlessly luxurious escape.

Iceland’s Elemental Springs

Across all three properties, the geothermal waters remain a constant. Silica, algae, and minerals rise naturally heated from volcanic sources below the lava fields, providing restorative benefits wherever you choose to bathe. The Blue Lagoon Ritual at The Retreat flows intuitively, with each stage following the natural rhythm of the landscape, allowing the volcanic setting to define the experience rather than artificial touches.

Luxury at Blue Lagoon feels elemental. Architecture follows lava formations, spas rise from volcanic rock, dining celebrates Icelandic ingredients. Each visit draws guests closer to the land itself.

With the short flight from London, Iceland is a weekend escape made effortless. Guests can experience The Retreat’s dramatic architecture, Silica’s serene intimacy, or Highland Base’s adventurous isolation. No matter which property they choose, the mineral-rich waters, naturally heated by the earth below, restore the body, sharpen the senses, and leave a lasting connection to one of Europe’s most extraordinary landscapes.