This is the land of the midnight sun, towering blue glaciers, geothermal spas, and the world-famous Northern Lights. Few locations across the world offer the natural wonders and breathtaking scenery found in Iceland. The combination of unrivalled landscapes and epic experiences make this country a dream destination for many travellers, owing to the dramatic mountains, volcanoes, and abundance of wildlife found here. Located in Southwest Iceland, Reykjanes Peninsula is a geothermal wonder of the natural world with hot springs, lava fields and volcanic craters, welcoming visitors with a wide range of accommodation and excellent hospitality. For travellers looking for the highest standards, where better to retreat to after a full day exploring the magnificent landscape, than Iceland’s first five-star luxury hotel at Hotel Keflavik’s Diamond Suites.

Hotel Keflavik created its exclusive Diamond Suites in addition to its established hotel to offer clients luxury accommodation and unrivalled service. Located on the top floor of the Hotel Keflavik with a private entrance, each suite in the boutique collection has been individually decorated to provide a range of style options for guests. The family hotel’s founders realised that a gap existed in the Icelandic hotel market for clientele seeking a luxury service, so on the hotel’s thirtieth anniversary the Diamond Suites opened in May 2016. Operating as a separate boutique hotel, guests can enjoy a shared lounge, outdoor Jacuzzi, and an exclusive restaurant with a range of delicious options from Head Chef Jenny Runarsdottir, a winner of Icelandic MasterChef.

Situated in the centre of Keflavik, the luxury hotel is conveniently located only five minutes from the airport and fifteen minutes from the highly popular Blue Lagoon. At the doorstep of Iceland’s spectacular natural destinations, guests can indulge in hot springs, explore black sand beaches, and choose from a variety of outdoor activities within a twenty-minute drive. For those who visit in the hope of witnessing one of nature’s most remarkable displays, the best time of year to see the Aurora Borealis is between October and April with subzero temperatures and clear night skies.

Another highly popular day trip is to the Golden Circle, an itinerary covering three of Iceland’s top locations including Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir Geothermal Area and Gullfoss Waterfall. Thingvellir National Park has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status and provides a fascinating insight into the country’s history and unique geological foundations at the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Exploding hot springs provide an exhilarating experience at the Geysir Geothermal Area, where visitors can also enjoy traditional Icelandic food from local restaurants before finishing the trip at the landmark that inspired the name ‘Golden Circle’, as Gullfoss translates to ‘Golden Falls’. Other activities on offer vary from whale watching and spotting puffins on summer boat trips, to snowmobiling on Langjokull glacier for epic views of vast white landscapes. For adventurous visitors, helicopter rides offer a memorable way to view the majestic terrain below. Whether escaping to a natural spa or hiking through the remote landscape, the Diamond Suites hotel team can arrange itineraries to suit guests’ requirements to ensure a stay to remember.

After exploring guests can choose from five suites at the hotel with up to five-person occupancy, ranging in size from 320 to 500 square feet, each with individual design features and state-of-the-art technology. From the hand-carved headboard and marble tiles in the Ruby Master Suite to the private outdoor jacuzzi in the Sapphire Suite, the finest of details have been considered to offer the most luxurious experience possible. Each room has its unique interior style catering to a range of tastes, and the lounge area provides a welcoming place to unwind by the fireplace. For many guests, the ultimate indulgence will be the luxury jacuzzi on the balcony, offering spectacular views of the Northern Lights during the winter months. Bathrooms feature luxury fittings, from whirlpool bathtubs to overhead showers and opulent Versace marble tiles and columns adding to the polished finish.

In addition, Iceland’s popular luxury hotel also offers larger parties the option to rent the entire floor as a single spacious penthouse suite, a great option for a group of friends or a family taking the trip together. For travellers looking for a five-star customer experience throughout their holiday, Diamond Suites also offers guests a premium car service, available 24/7 for airport transfers to ensure a smooth journey.

The availability of excellent dining options is a key aspect of a luxurious experience, which the hotel caters to through additional options for Diamond Suite guests. The private dining area in the Diamond Lounge offers a wide selection of breakfast options including Danish smørrebrød, pastries and hot options that are varied every day and staff aim to cater to all guests’ requests. When taking a break from a busy schedule of exploring the local region, guests can find hot drinks, beers, cocktails, and light snacks in the casual, relaxed KEF bar. Popular with locals and travellers, the newly decorated KEF restaurant offers an à la carte menu with locally sourced ingredients and an adventurous selection of dishes including chef Jenny Runarsdottir’s fresh cod special. Situated on the ground floor, the restaurant is positioned under a glass façade offering a light and airy space to dine, or if preferred Diamond Suite guests can opt for dinner prepared by a private chef in their room or in the restaurant.

Hotel Keflavik’s Diamond Suites offer travellers accustomed to the highest standards a five-star experience whilst exploring the wonders of one of the most remote countries in the world. For visitors, it’s a unique opportunity to indulge in the finest hotel hospitality, whilst immersed in the otherworldly setting of Iceland’s Southwest region.