Sudurlandsvegur, 851 Hella, Iceland
#5 of 16 hotels in Hella
Guests' ChoiceBased on 310 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.5
Value for money
7.9
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Ben
BelgiumPortions at restaurant a bit small. Facilities are a bit limited (they could have a sauna for instance).
Beautiful location. Rustic feel. Good restaurant. Lovely lounge upstairs. Kind staff.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Reback
United StatesWe loved the hot tubs, but maybe someone could net them out in the morning?
Everything. We enjoyed drinks at the bar and chatting with the bartender. We loved the breakfast. The lobby was beautiful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Jacqueline
United StatesBeds were a bit too hard
Hot tub- dinner. Lovely staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Bill
United StatesThe room was very warm at night
Dinner and staff wewre excellent
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Rosanna
United StatesBreakfast was included and was great, lots of options. Dinner not included and was very good. We liked that it had a game room, Pool tabel and games.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Ann
United StatesWas lovely. Had great warm tubs for soaking outside and the owners were very warm. Food was great and the rooms were clean and cost!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 June 2025
Michael
United KingdomStuffed polar bear is a bit wierd
Breakfast choices were very good including freshly cooked choices The location by the river with views of the distant mountains and glaciers is lovely, and the bird life very interesting
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Heidi
United StatesRoom was large and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Sashidhar
United StatesRoom is small. TV did not work. Hot tub baths are not private. Everyone can look at you.
Breakfast is excellent. Dinner is good. Plenty of parking space. Welcoming staff.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Tom
AustraliaIt was perfect!
Wonderful position with an amazing view from our room( 10) overlooking Rangá River. Great restaurant + breakfast room Loved the hot tube outside our room— bliss!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 28 May 2025
James
United StatesNothing really. Fit our needs perfectly.
Great location. Beautiful surroundings. Rooms were very nice. Wonderful restaurant.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Stanisław
PolandMy wife thought sauna could be a nice addition.
Hotel Ranga is truly a one-of-a-kind place. From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed — the owner personally greeted guests, there were welcome drinks, handwritten greeting cards, and even a direct phone line in the room to listen to Icelandic poetry! The hotel’s cozy, characterful design is full of thoughtful details that create a warm and memorable atmosphere. The staff were exceptional — always polite, helpful, and attentive, including the housekeeping team. Our bed was incredibly comfortable, with a variety of pillow types to choose from, and we were pleasantly surprised with a complimentary room upgrade. Having a private entrance directly to the outside turned out to be a very practical feature during our stay. The location was exactly what we hoped for: remote, peaceful, and surrounded by beautiful open landscapes — yet still well-placed for day trips, being about an hour from both Vík and iconic spots like Geysir, the volcanic crater, and one of Iceland’s major waterfalls. A quiet river runs near the property, and we often spotted swans drifting nearby — a lovely bonus. Breakfast deserves a special mention. The selection was impressive, but more importantly, every item was of excellent quality and clearly chosen with care. It’s rare to find a place where so much thought is put into every detail — from design to service to dining. We would absolutely return and can wholeheartedly recommend Ranga to anyone seeking a peaceful, atmospheric stay with outstanding service.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 16 May 2025
Jennifer
United StatesJust need to lower the transition piece between the bedrooms and the bathroom bc it’s a tripping hazard.
Cozy rustic ambience with upscale dining and serene surroundings. Loved the hot tubs that are natural spring water and the wonderful included breakfast. Very convenient location near tour options.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 22 April 2025
Auður
Icelandexelent vegan options
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Loly
Switzerlandamazing place to see the northern lights and great service
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Alexander
United KingdomSlightly expensive
Stunning hotel thanks
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Kathryn
United StatesExceptional service, enjoyed the astronomy lesson
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Aidan
United KingdomAn excellent stay with a comfortable room, friendly staff and a fantastic location. The Northern Lights wake up call was a brilliant extra that allowed us to see the lights
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 March 2025
Leah
United StatesBed mattress could use an upgrade
Clean and comfortable stay, quiet room with large bed and nice shower. Enjoyed the hot tubs and the happy hour, nice hearty breakfast
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Bethany
United KingdomSome of the staff were very lovely and welcoming but some were very cold and not that welcoming. Reception treat you like you are checking into a holiday inn rather than a Small Luxury Hotel. Considering the price I think a more welcoming checkin would be received much better.
This property’s location is amazing, right in the golden circle and perfect to visit all the major sites. The hot tubs outside are a special touch and the food was great (definitely recommend the salmon). Pool table and games room was fun. Unfortunately the observatory wasn’t open as were there during a snow storm.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Thomas
United StatesNothing
Ambiance, staff, service, accommodations, & food were outstanding.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 March 2025
Kristina
United StatesBreakfast, the northern lights wake-up call, the espresso machine in the room, the hot tubs, and the game room! Also loved the free drink on the first night.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Nawzat
JordanCouldn’t see the aurora
Location was further away than I expected Hotel staff and facilities were excellent
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 23 February 2025
Gerardo
El SalvadorVery nice location comfortable and extremely friendly staff. We could even see the northern lights in our room.
Stayed in February 2025
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