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Rendering of the Akureyri Skáld Lodge, Curio Assortment by Hilton – Picture Credit score Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) at the moment introduced a franchise settlement with Bohemian Inns ehf. to open Akureyri ‘Skáld’ Lodge, Curio Assortment by Hilton, within the northern Icelandic countryside, in addition to a brand new property in Iceland’s capital metropolis, Reykjavik.
Nick Good, vice chairman, improvement, UK, Eire & Nordics, Hilton, stated, “Iceland is an extremely standard journey vacation spot and we’re excited to develop our portfolio of properties in Reykjavik, in addition to deliver the primary internationally branded lodge to the Icelandic countryside in Akureyri. Hilton’s way of life manufacturers have persistently generated alternatives for progress in European markets and, along with house owners like Bohemian Inns ehf., we’re excited to additional set up our presence in Iceland.”
Akureyri “Skáld” Lodge, Curio Assortment by Hilton, will grace the picturesque Hafnarstræti avenue within the coronary heart of Akureyri. Anticipated to open its doorways in summer time 2025, the property will provide 70 meticulously designed rooms, mixing trendy comforts with a nod to Iceland’s wealthy cultural heritage. The lodge will function a tranquil lounge and foyer bar, an all-day restaurant with an out of doors courtyard, and an modern social membership idea. The world has develop into a key tourism attraction as a consequence of its proximity to the Diamond Circle and Arctic Circle, excellent for whale watching or observing the spectacular Northern Lights.
A second property situated in Brietartún, Reykjavík, is slated to open in spring 2026, providing premium way of life lodging underneath one among Hilton´s manufacturers, with extra particulars to be revealed later this 12 months. Located adjoining to the historic Freemasons’ Corridor and the colourful Hlemmur space, the 170-key property will likely be a testomony to Iceland’s dedication to sustainability and innovation in city improvement. With its emphasis on pure supplies and considerate design, the lodge will provide visitors a very immersive expertise in Icelandic hospitality.
Magnea Thorey Hjalmarsdottir, managing director of Bohemian Inns ehf, stated, “We’re thrilled to hitch forces with Hilton with the signing of two new motels in Iceland. Each properties will provide visitors trendy upscale lodging choices in two key Icelandic vacationer locations, and we’re assured the motels will entice numerous guests, wanting to soak up a few of the nation´s breathtaking sights.”
The properties will additional bolster Hilton´s current portfolio of 4 motels in Iceland: Reykjavik Konsulat Lodge, Curio Assortment by Hilton, Cover by Hilton Reykjavik Metropolis Centre, Iceland Parliament Lodge, Curio Assortment by Hilton and Hilton Reykjavik Nordica.
Curio Assortment by Hilton is a worldwide portfolio of greater than 160 distinctive motels and resorts chosen for his or her distinctive character. Curio Assortment properties permit visitors to take pleasure in impartial motels that supply genuine and chosen experiences whereas offering the advantages of Hilton and its award-winning Hilton Honors visitor loyalty programme. Latest additions to Curio Assortment by Hilton embody openings in Florence, Crete and Sardinia.
Bohemian Inns ehf. is a three way partnership owned by Luxor ehf. and Concordia ehf. Concordia, led by trade veterans Magnea Þórey Hjálmarsdóttir and Þorsteinn Örn Guðmundsson, who deliver a long time of experience in lodge administration and improvement, together with profitable partnerships with worldwide manufacturers, corresponding to Hilton.
Akureyri “Skáld” Lodge, Curio Assortment by Hilton will likely be situated at Hafnarstræti 80 – 82, 600 Akureyri, Iceland. The second property introduced will likely be located at Bríetartún 3, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland.
