Torfhús Retreat
Iceland
Torfhús Retreat
Dalsholt, 806 Selfoss, Iceland
www.torfhus.is
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
N/A
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
September 2019
Hotel General Manager
Sigurður H. Sig.
Prior to Torfhús Retreat, Manager at Icelandair and Six Senses Koh Yao Noi
Hotel Positioning
Luxury
Development Strategy
N/A
Torfhús Retreat
History & Story
‘To retreat’ means withdraw to a quiet or secluded place. Torfhús Retreat is blend of authentic Icelandic style and relaxed eco-luxury. Inspired by the architecture of the Icelandic Viking farm at nearby Stöng, our traditional Torfhús residences and Torfbaer suites are crafted from local stone, reclaimed wood and turf.
bathroom, a comfortable living area and a geothermically heated basalt stone hot pool sunken into the ground and shared between the three suites. When the Icelandic elements are at their most challenging or after a day of exploring, returning to the comfort of your traditional Torfhús and an enticing basalt stone hot pool will ensure that your stay is truly memorable.
Date Renewal
Added Torbær units 2021, Added Torfvillas 2024
Date added extensions
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Main Strengths, Special Touch
Cuisine at Torfhús Retreat is inspired by Icelandic tradition and the finest, freshest local ingredients. We serve a chefs set menu that changes every night – It’s informal, creative, dramatic and accomplished. Our chef uses the freshest of Icelandic ingredients mostly sourced from within a 10-mile radius. Icelandic. Light and airy during the day with glorious views over grazing Icelandic horses to mountains and the glacier beyond, at night the atmosphere changes to a cosy, candlelit mood; the perfect backdrop to the celebrated cuisine of Torfhús Retreat.
Location
diverse landscapes of the Golden Circle, the Highlands and the South Shore are within easy reach of Torfhús Retreat. There is a huge variety of days trips available ranging from mountain hiking and helicopter sightseeing to visiting geysirs, glaciers and thundering waterfalls. Take a walk along the black sand beaches of the South Shore, snorkelling between tectonic plates or head to an 8,000 year old lava cave to see its colourful volcanic wall.
Key sites/activities in the area
Gullfoss, Geysir,Þingvellir, Langjökull, Kerlingafjöll, Faxi
Brúarhlöð, Háifoss, Hjálparfoss, Gjáin, Landmannalaugar
Fun Facts
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Children’s Corner
Provide baby cots and childrens meals.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 27
• Number of Luxury rooms: 27
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 27
Our cozy, wooden-lined torfhús‘s offer privacy, rustic luxury and spectacular views over volcanic plains to snow-capped mountains and the Langjökull glacier beyond. Each Torfhús has a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room, private basalt stone hot pool and veranda. Torfbær Suite offers one bedroom, a luxury bathroom, a comfortable living area and a geothermically heated basalt stone hot pool sunken into the ground and shared between the three suites.
When the Icelandic elements are at their most challenging or after a day of exploring, returning to the comfort of your traditional Torfhús and an enticing basalt stone hot pool will ensure that your stay is truly memorable.
Whether it is under the bright constellations or gently falling snow of winter or during the warm days and white nights of summer, your basalt stone hot pool is the ultimate spot for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Torfhús Retreat is totally committed to sustainable practices and is lucky enough to be powered by hydroelectric power and geothermal energy. The geothermal power source, less than 5km away, provides all of the heating for our houses and pools. Relax and retreat into authentic Icelandic nature regardless of the season or weather.
Restaurants & Bars
Cuisine at Torfhús Retreat is inspired by Icelandic tradition and the finest, freshest local ingredients. We serve a chefs set menu that changes every night – It’s informal, creative, dramatic and accomplished. Our chef uses the freshest of Icelandic ingredients mostly sourced from within a 10-mile radius.
Berries and soft fruits, vegetables, herbs and salads are grown year-round in classic greenhouses, heated by Iceland ‘s abundant geothermal energy. Salmon and char are caught on nearby rivers and seafood comes from coastal fishermen. Mountain grazed lamb and beef is fresh and local and is complemented by wines from our carefully selected cellar.
Wellness
Whether it is under the bright constellations or gently falling snow of winter or during the warm days and white nights of summer, your basalt stone hot pool is the ultimate spot for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Torfhús Retreat is totally committed to sustainable practices and is lucky enough to be powered by hydroelectric power and geothermal energy. The geothermal power source, less than 5km away, provides all of the heating for our houses and pools. Relax and retreat into authentic Icelandic nature regardless of the season or weather.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Up to 86 guests
Extra Notable Features
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Hotel and restaurant Awards
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Number of employees
27