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Hótel Rangá

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Hótel Rangá

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (Considerate Collection) · Aurora resort · Hella, South Iceland, on the banks of the East Rangá river

A log-built riverside resort in South Iceland positioned for dark-sky viewing, with its own observatory housing two research-grade telescopes and resident astronomers, plus an aurora wake-up call so guests never miss a display. Rooms include seven continent-themed suites; the restaurant and cellar are among the strongest in rural Iceland. It holds a Michelin Key and is part of SLH's Considerate Collection. Well placed for the south coast waterfalls, black-sand beaches, and the highlands.

Why we recommend it

The country's definitive northern-lights base: a serious observatory, the aurora wake-up service, and outdoor geothermal hot tubs positioned for the show overhead.

Signature

On-site observatory with resident astronomersAurora wake-up callContinent-themed suites

Book Hótel Rangá with us

We reserve Hótel Rangá through Fora — a Virtuoso member agency — at the same rate you’d pay direct, with VIP perks such as room upgrades, daily breakfast and a property credit layered on at no extra cost. There is no fee to you.

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