by Debora Khretdao

Isolated in the captivating nature of South Iceland, Hotel Rangá is a luxury log-cabin retreat and a dream location for the northern lights and stargazing.

Through the winter months of October-March, the northern lights can be seen directly from the hotel, or even from your bedroom window if you are lucky!

With the option for a northern lights wake-up call, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is a reason on its own to experience Hotel Rangá!

Visiting during the summer months? Don’t worry, there is still the opportunity to stargaze! Featuring the most advanced observatory in all of Iceland, unimaginable details of our solar system can be viewed.  

Not to mention, the hotel is surrounded by peaceful yet savage scenery, with East-Rangá river and Mt. Hekla volcano taking the center stage.

The upscale resort offers 8 suites uniquely inspired by each continent at a very high level of sophistication, as well as, 44 cozy yet beautifully-decorated deluxe-superior, deluxe and standard rooms.

A world-class culinary experience with a view…

The glass-encased restaurant provides traditional Nordic meals, granting an opportunity for natural and locally available ingredients – below is a memorable reindeer dish.

In addition to the peace of mind and stillness provided, games rooms and outdoor hot tubs are situated along the riverside. Enjoy a drink while taking in the scenery from the comfort of a warm hot tub – what more could you possibly want?

Perhaps to be within close proximity to the incredible natural wonders of South Iceland? Well, it is safe to say you could not be in a better location. Only a 40-minute drive from the famous Skógafoss waterfall, an additional 10 minutes to the spectacular Arcanum glacier, and a further 20 minutes to the one of a kind Reynisfjara black sand beach – Hotel Rangá is the place to be. And those are only a couple of the dozens of attractions in South Iceland!

From Reykjavik, the hotel is a 1 hour and 20-minute highway drive starring mountainous landscapes and lots of Icelandic horses!

Plus, motorized outdoor activities are available, too:

But it is the breath-taking nature that steals the show!

Overall, Hotel Rangá arranges for a flawless all-around experience of South Iceland, ticking every box off of your travel to-do list!