
Black Sand Hotel is a 79-room Ölfus hotel with waterfront and mountain outlooks, plus spa and restaurant facilities.
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- Address
- Óseyrartangi 2, 816 Ölfus, Iceland
- Phone
- +354 517 3131
- Website
- blacksandhotel.is

2025 Michelin hotel selection
Michelin named Black Sand Hotel to its 2025 hotel selection. For readers comparing stays by external recognition, that credential sits alongside a quiet setting in Selfoss.
79 rooms at Óseyrartangi 2
Óseyrartangi 2 in Ölfus puts the hotel in Iceland, and the property has 79 rooms. That scale suits travelers who want a defined hotel base rather than an unspecified lodging format.
Waterfront and mountain outlooks
Waterfront and mountain views shape the stay, with beachfront and panoramic-view positioning part of the experience. Spa, room service, concierge, Wi-Fi, and a restaurant keep core comforts on site.
Quick Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Sand Hotel | Contemporary Nordic luxury retreat harmonizing with volcanic landscape | $$$$ | 4-Star | Ölfus |
| ION Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, a Member of Design Hotels | Eco-conscious luxury adventure hotel integrated into volcanic landscape | $$$$ | 4-Star | Nesjavellir |
| Ion Adventure Hotel | Minimalist luxury boutique hotel emphasizing sustainability and integration with Iceland's natural landscape; formerly a geothermal power plant worker accommodation transformed into a design-focused retreat. | $$$$ | 4-Star | Nesjavellir |
| Silica Hotel | Boutique wellness sanctuary integrated into the lava landscape | $$$$ | 4-Star | Grindavík |
| Hotel Holt- The Art Hotel | Art-focused boutique hotel blending history and contemporary Icelandic design | $$$ | 4-Star | Reykjavíkurborg |
| Hotel Reykjavik Saga | Modern boutique hotel that respectfully integrates contemporary design with Icelandic architectural heritage in a historic downtown location. | $$$ | 4-Star | Reykjavíkurborg |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Selected
Michelin
At a Glance
- Quiet
- Modern
- Scenic
- Minimalist
- Romantic Getaway
- Weekend Escape
- Beachfront
- Panoramic View
- Wifi
- Spa
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Waterfront
- Mountain
Minimalist Scandinavian interiors warmed by natural textures, soft lighting, and large windows framing dramatic coastal views.




