Best for: Experiencing the One Everyone Talks About
Since opening in 2021, the Edition Hotel in Reykjavik has attracted serious international attention — and honestly, it earns it. Many consider it the strongest property yet in Ian Schrager and Marriott’s portfolio. The hotel sits in one of the city’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, and floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of glaciers, mountains, and the city below. If you want the full effect, ask for a corner suite.
The rooms feel warm without being fussy. Bed throws come from Icelandic wool brand Ístex, landscape photography on the walls is from local artists, and the furniture is bespoke Italian. Le Labo supplies the fragrances and toiletries — the kind of details that make you notice the thought that went into the place.
Food and drink options cover most hours of the day. Tides Café is a solid first stop after a long flight. When evening comes, the Tides restaurant does refined Nordic cooking worth lingering over. Later, the speakeasy-inspired Tölt bar serves Brennivín cocktails that hold up well against the concept.
The spa is genuinely one of the better ones in the city — hammam, Icelandic steam rooms, and communal spaces that work even if a full treatment isn’t on your agenda. Up on the roof terrace, there’s a real chance of catching the Northern Lights on a clear night. The hotel will call your room if they appear, which is a simple touch that guests tend to remember.
