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Guests frequently praise Hotel Rangá for its exceptional service, comfortable accommodations, and unique amenities like the observatory and hot tubs. The location is ideal for exploring South Iceland's attractions, and the on-site restaurant offers high-quality dining experiences.

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Hótel Rangá, located in Hella, Iceland, is a charming boutique hotel that offers a unique blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort. This hotel is renowned for its stunning views of the Northern Lights, making it a prime destination for travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in the heart of Iceland's natural beauty. With its cozy accommodations, fine dining options, and proximity to various attractions, Hótel Rangá is the perfect base for exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland.

Hótel Rangá features a variety of accommodations, including rustic-chic rooms and themed suites that provide a warm and inviting atmosphere. Each room is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and relaxation, with amenities such as:

Access to geothermal hot tubs for relaxation

The on-site restaurant at Hótel Rangá is a culinary gem, offering a menu that showcases local ingredients and traditional Icelandic flavors. Guests can enjoy:

A variety of dishes, including fresh seafood and lamb

An extensive wine list to complement your meal

Hótel Rangá is ideally situated for exploring some of Iceland's most iconic natural wonders. Nearby attractions include:

The stunning Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls

The breathtaking black sand beaches of Vik

The famous Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Hótel Rangá offers a memorable experience in the heart of Iceland, making it a must-visit destination for travelers.

Rustic-chic rooms & themed suites in an informal country hotel with hot tubs, fine dining & a bar.

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This is a wonderful hotel!  Beautiful rooms, fantastic staff and delicious food. They have a call list  for the Northern Lights and fabulous geothermal hot tubs.  The front desk organized a buggy tour for us.  It was an excellent adventure and I loved that they all had done the tour

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Great stay late December. Perfect location on our way towards the glacier lagoon. Spent 2 nights. Did not get lucky enough to see the northern lights but were impressed by this hotels special touches (roses in the room, coloring book for my son, mini bar included).  Frederick greeted us warmly with a chocolate for my son. Wonderful service continued throughout our stay. Great breakfast and dinner. We initially had been hesitant about the cost but it was well worth it. Treat yourself!

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Amazing boutique hotel in Hella. We booked here for the northern light and nature and this hotel fully met our expectations!! We saw northern light 4 times in 2 days. It's surrounded by horse farms. The river has salmon! 1 hr away to black sand beach, glacier, ice cave and waterfalls. Hotel room was very clean. We had walk out to hot tub. Food is amazing from taste to plating. Drinks are great. The owner was there and came chatted with everyone. Highly recommend this hotel.

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The service and location are great, especially if you are trying to view the northern lights.

The Standard rooms, however aren't that great. They were dated, which is fine, but the beds and pillows were very uncomfortable. We requested additional pillows, but still had terrible sleep. The room temperature was also very warm (25°C) and even with our heater turned off, we had to sleep with the window open (in January) to get any cool air. Showering only made this worse, since the bathroom fan is weak.

I'd recommend staying here only if you want to pay extra for a better room as I hope those might be more comfortable. The service and on site amenities were great and we appreciated the small personal touches, but overall I don't think the Standard room was worth the price.

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We didn't stay in the hotel, but we are in the restaurant. We enjoyed the food a lot  especially the mushroom soup. You should call to make a reservation if you aren't staying in the hotel.

While we were eating, the staff let us know there were especially good northern lights outside, and held off on giving us our entrees so we could go see them. This is a beautiful spot to see the aurora, because they intentionally keep their lights low, and seem to own a wide expanse of land with no buildings on it.

After dinner, we went to the observatory, which is also open to non-guests. An astronomer was there, pointing the telescopes towards celestial objects of interest and answering questions. The observatory is outdoors, but the walls protect you from the wind. It was a wonderful experience! I recommend calling ahead to ask what hours the observatory will be open that night.

Discover Luxury at Hótel Rangá in Hella, Iceland

Hotel Rangá, established in 1999, is a luxury countryside hotel located in South Iceland. It has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Travelers' Choice Award from TripAdvisor for eleven consecutive years and the Small Luxury Hotels of the World's Best Country Hotel of the Year in 2023.

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Fine Dining

Hótel Rangá in Hella, Iceland, offers rustic-chic rooms and themed suites in a charming country hotel. Guests can enjoy fine dining, hot tubs, and stunning views of the surrounding landscapes, making it an ideal retreat for adventure and relaxation.

Hótel Rangá, an SLH Hotel

In the heart of Hella, Iceland, Hótel Rangá offers an enchanting escape that captures the essence of the surrounding landscapes. This exquisite hotel, positioned near the banks of the river Ranga, greets guests with comfort and charm, wrapped in a stunning natural environment of mountains, valleys, and open skies. The design exhibits a perfect blend of local culture and modern luxury, where each room is uniquely adorned, some overlooking breathtaking views of the pristine wilderness or the magical Northern Lights. The hotel's culinary offerings are a feast for the senses, showcasing the best of Icelandic cuisine prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Adventurers will find that Hótel Rangá is an ideal launching point for exploring Iceland's diverse attractions. In the evening, after a day of adventure, retreat to the hotel's hot tubs under a starlit sky, where the auroras may dance above, crafting a surreal and dreamlike atmosphere.

Hotel Ranga, an SLH Hotel

Experience modern Nordic cuisine with a twist at Rangá Restaurant, featuring dishes like Wild Mushroom Soup, Smoked Puffin with Apple Mousse, and Filet of Lamb in Port-Wine Glaze.

Wild Mushroom Soup

Smoked Puffin with Apple Mousse

Reindeer Carpaccio

Seafood Risotto

Filet of Lamb in Port-Wine Glaze

Mushroom Risotto

Skyr Cake with Coconut Ice Cream

Rangá Restaurant Menu

Experience luxury at Hótel Rangá in Hella, Iceland! Enjoy stunning Northern Lights, fine dining, and unique Icelandic adventures. Book your escape now!

Hótel Rangá - Luxury Lodging in Hella

Hella Municipality

Relax in three outdoor geothermally heated hot tubs with views of the surrounding landscape.

Geothermal Hot Tubs

Enjoy guided night sky tours with local astronomers in the hotel's private observatory.

Stargazing Observatory

Receive a wake-up call when the Northern Lights are visible during your stay.

Northern Lights Wake-Up Service

Utilize ten free charging stations for European electric cars, type A, available for guests.