Surrounded by Iceland's breathtaking landscapes, Northern Light Inn is an idyllic retreat that offers a free breakfast buffet and a daily manager's reception. Tee off on the 18-hole golf course, unwind with a massage at the spa or enjoy mountain biking and garden views from Max's Restaurant.
Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 19 min drive
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Lagoon Bar - 17 min walk
Blue Cafe - 17 min walk
Northern Light Inn - 1 min walk
Pappa's Pizza - 5 min drive
Blue Lagoon Exclusive Lounge - 15 min walk
About this property
Northern Light Inn
When you stay at Northern Light Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Blue Lagoon and Viking World Museum. Guests can indulge in massages at the spa, and international cuisine is served at Max's Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
42 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Mountain biking
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Hot springs nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference center (1076 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1983
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
Adjacent to a golf course
Golf driving range on site
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchairs available on site
Hand-held showerheads
Portable shower seat
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Grab bar in shower
Room amenities
Be entertained
46-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Window screens
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Heated floors
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages.
Dining
Max's Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 38.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Northern Light Inn Grindavik
Northern Light Inn
Northern Light Grindavik
Northern Light Hotel Grindavik
Northern Light Inn Iceland/Grindavik
Northern Light Inn Hotel
Northern Light Inn Grindavik
Northern Light Inn Hotel Grindavik
Frequently asked questions
Does Northern Light Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Northern Light Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Northern Light Inn?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Northern Light Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Northern Light Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Northern Light Inn and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, spelunking, and ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna. Northern Light Inn also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Northern Light Inn?
Yes, Max's Restaurant offers international cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Northern Light Inn like?
Northern Light Inn is located a short 17-minute walk from Blue Lagoon.
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Reviews
Northern Light Inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and massive with many food options. (38 reviews)
The spa area is very nice and clean, offering amenities such as a sauna, steam room, and tranquility space. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2026
Do not sleep on Max’s restaurant. The sauna is also very much worth the upgrade/extra. Breakfast is good, but not indicative of how spectacular dinner can be.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
All the staff members were magnificent, the food was incredible and the view was spectacular.
We have a really great stay here.
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
Food was fabulous! loved the location, staff and hotel. It was a wonderful stay and highly recommend.
Hudson
Hudson, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
This is an incredible hotel if you are looking for a relaxing and quiet stay while visiting the Blue Lagoon and/or looking to see the northern lights. I would highly recommend staying here as the staff are extremely helpful and friendly.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Incredible staff, great food, and excellent location
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2026
Great staff
Chantal
Chantal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2025
The hotel is a great place to stay. The spa is beautiful, and the rooms were clean, and stocked with amenities. Great place to stay
Jan
Jan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2026
Staff was great
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Great location and nice sized room.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
From check in to check nothing was too much trouble lovely friendly staff clean rooms and definitely worth the upgraded room to use the spa and coffee machine in the room. Lovely idea to have the honesty bar in the hotel and a wake up call for the northern lights which we were lucky enough to see! Would definitely recommend this hotel for close proximity to the blue lagoon which was amazing! Thank you everyone for a lovely stay
Jo
Jo, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 27, 2025
Great hotel overall. Friendly and helpful staff.
Ah
Ah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2025
Great location and a great value. Fun having the geothermal plant next door as a geek
kevin
kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2025
Wonderful place to stay! All the staff members are friendly. We would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Iceland.
Joshua
Joshua, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2025
Friendly staff! Excellent food and location. Free tea and coffee. It has a very inviting, comfortable, cozy living room area with fireplace. Both dinner and breakfast were great.
Xin
Xin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Great, family friendly boutique hotel away from the city hustle and bustle. We enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to staying there again in the future.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
Spend one night, overall good stay and good breakfast
Natallia
Natallia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast had many food options.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Blue lagoon close by. Geo thermal area very interesting.
Great food.
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2025
The hotel was nice. Staff was friendly. It was nice to have restaurant on site. It was also nice to be close to Blue Lagoon for an 0800 appointment. The hotel also gives wake up call for sightings of the Northern Lights. I would stay here again.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
We loved our stay. Great location, super friendly staff, very quiet at night and food was amazing. We will stay here again.
stacey
stacey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
The staff is excellent! They are accommodating and friendly. I had dinner at Max’s, and it was absolutely delicious! The location is great for the blue lagoon and the volcano hike. Shuttles to the blue lagoon are really easy. I really enjoyed my stay!
Anjanie
Anjanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Quiet, comfortable, nice spa amenities.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
The staff were super accommodating, really really nice and knowledgeable especially about the recent volcano eruptions. 10/10 would recommend
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2025
Everything was very nice and the staff were very accommodating. Special shout out to Karolina at the front desk and the wonder Polish waitresses at the restaurant!!! Each were extremely kind, generous & super friendly!!!
joy
joy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Large comfortable rooms. Cozy fireplace and puzzle table in public lounge area. Very helpful and friendly staff. We didn’t have time to take advantage of the beautiful spa amenities. We highly recommend a stay here if you are visiting the Blue Lagoon.