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Welcome to Ishtia


Fire is the heart of Ishtia, casting a warm, glowing light that brings people together. It's not just a tool but a symbol of life and tradition. The crackling flames dance as they roast, bake, and smoke food, infusing it with rich, smoky flavors and a touch of ancient magic. The use of fire in cooking is a tender embrace of heritage, a beautiful blend of practicality and spirituality that has been passed down through generations.

18 Seats

1 seating per night

mushroom in moss

mushrooms dot the landscape

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three mushrooms, one on branch

the dense moss, rich with moisture, is a perfect growing medium for iceland’s many species of mushrooms. experienced mushroom hunters know to visit their favorite spots a few days after it rains to find the biggest variety.

floating mushroom
three floating mushrooms

an island created by volcanoes

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drone shot of iceland
rocks on beach close up
black sand texture
beach texture

iceland’s geothermic pools and black sand beaches create stunning compositions from the air. both are created by the island’s constant volcanic activity.

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black rock texture

natural beauty in its rawest form

black sand texture
drone shot of red rocks

iceland’s surface is carved by water, originating from either its massive glaciers or abundant rainfall.

landscape of red rocks
red boulders
waterfall with red rocks
background texture of beach

the sun’s angle at this latitude produces deep and contrasty colors, drawing out the blacks in the volcanic soil and saturating the greens from the grasses and moss.