Hotel Ranga - Hella

4-star luxury hotel in Hella, Iceland, with a private stargazing observatory and Northern Lights wake-up calls

Stargazing & Northern Lights

Hotel Ranga operates its own stargazing observatory with university-caliber telescopes for celestial viewing. The hotel offers a Northern Lights wake-up call system that notifies guests when the aurora appears. All exterior lights are turned off during aurora sightings to provide optimal viewing conditions from the property.

Rooms & Suites

Each room at the Ranga hotel is individually decorated with distinct themes, offering a unique lodging experience. Many rooms provide direct views of Mount Hekla or the riverside surroundings. Deluxe superior rooms include private patios and shared access to geothermal hot tubs.

Dining

The hotel restaurant serves gourmet Nordic cuisine with fresh organic produce sourced locally. Diners enjoy views of the Rangá river and the Eyjafjallajökull volcano from the dining room. The bar offers an extensive selection of wines and spirits alongside a curated dinner menu featuring lamb, salmon, and reindeer specialties.

Wellness & Activities

Three geothermal outdoor hot tubs are available on the property for guest relaxation after daily excursions. Hotel Ranga provides a pool table and games room for indoor entertainment. The front desk assists with arranging guided tours, including glacier hikes, snowmobiling, and buggy tours along the South Coast.

Location

Hotel Ranga is set in a remote location along the Rangá salmon river, away from light pollution. The hotel lies within 8 km of Hella and Hvolsvöllur, and a 45-minute drive from Selfoss. Guests have direct access to the Golden Circle route, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, and Vík's black sand beaches.

• Stargazing & Northern Lights: On-site observatory with high-quality telescopes and Northern Lights wake-up calls
• Rooms: Custom-themed rooms with views of Mount Hekla or the Rangá river
• Dining: Gourmet Nordic cuisine using fresh organic produce, with river and volcano views
• Wellness: Geothermal outdoor hot tubs available for guest relaxation
• Location: Remote riverside setting, 2 hours from Reykjavik, near Golden Circle and South Coast attractions
• Ideal for: Nature enthusiasts, Aurora hunters, families seeking adventure