I just experienced a one night stay at this new hotel. It was a great stay, and very well organized considering they just opened in April and it's their first high season at 100% occupancy. It's a great place to spend a night on the way in or out of Iceland and experience the famed Blue Lagoon without the masses of tourists at the original main location. The Lagoon is private for hotel guests and only a very limited number of day guests who must pay $400 for 4 hours. Despite the fact the hotel was at capacity and their 6 day visitors ( maximum allowed) were there it did not feel crowded in the private Lagoon at all. The Lagoon winds around so there are a number of places to go. If you choose you can even visit the main Lagoon but why bother when you don't have to! There is also a " ritual" you can experience in the spa which consists of a number of face and body masks. All of this is included in the price of your hotel room. The ritual part was ok, but I really enjoyed most the Lagoon.

The hotel has a very nice design aesthetic. There are 2 room types- jr suites and suites. There are 3 floors and various views. In the top Lagoon suites you can have your own entrance into your own private section of the Lagoon but this requires a minimum 2 night stay so we just opted for a top floor Jr suite since we are only there 1 night. I felt the room was a bit small but for one night it was fine. If staying longer I'd opt for the full suite. I actually really liked the top floor view as you can see the Lagoon below, and the moss covered landscape looking toward the mountains. The bed was one of the most comfortable I've experienced. Bathroom was small and a bit dark but fine for the night. One large sink, walk in shower and tub outside the main bath situated to take in the view. All the modern stuff. There is a small balcony where you can sit outside should you choose. Windows are floor to ceiling glass. Mini bar with waters, teas, coffee, beers and small bottles of wine all complimentary. There is a small gym and a yoga room. And of course a full Spa.

We had dinner in their fine dining restaurant, Moss. It was quite good with a choice of 5 or 7 course tasting menu and a choice of classic or prestige wine pairing, as well as a decent but very pricey wine list ( Iceland taxes!). We really enjoyed the meal and did one each of the pairings. Ironically we both thought the classic was better with the food than the prestige ( prestige nkt that prestige IMHO).

Anyway, it was a quick stay right after landing in the airport. We really enjoyed it and I would highly recommend on your way in or out of Iceland. I'll try to upload photos later. Now in Reykjavik for 2 nights at the Tower Suites. I'll write that up after we depart but I can say already the view is absolutely stunning from the top floor of the highest building in town!