Hotel Ranga

Once again (for the fifth or sixth time) we journeyed to Iceland principally to stay at Hotel Rangá. Its location and accommodations are worth the 1 hour journey from Reykjavik - close to southern and eastern sites and experiences. The staff are amazing, the restaurant is superior, the natural hot tubs by the Rangá River are always soothing, and the accommodations are unique and beautifully appointed.

We loved our stay at Hotel Ranga. The staff were all so welcoming. The food was delicious, especially the cod as a main. Beautiful, rustic vibe on the East Ranga river. It was a relaxing, clean and very comfortable place to stay in a beautiful and peaceful landscape.

This is possibly the best hotel I have ever stayed in, and I am lucky to have literally stayed in hundreds. Although the decor is not to my taste and I felt the second room (no.2) was more dated than our first room (no.42) (we drove to Jokulsarlon for a night) the service was exemplary. It was nice of the owner (Friorik) to make time for us, reception and waiting staff also excellent, but it was also the detail which surely other hotels should be able to accomplish that makes it stand out; large soft bath towels, lovely fragrance toiletries, remembering on our return visit that we liked additional duvet covers (as we don’t sleep under duvets finding them too hot) etc. And the dining experience on each of the 3 nights was probably better than any other hotel restaurants I have dined in - food and wine were 1st class

We stayed at Hotel Rangá for two nights in late February into March and had a truly memorable experience. One of the highlights was the Northern Lights — the hotel offers a wake-up call service for aurora sightings, and thanks to that, we got to see them. Absolutely magical. Our room had direct access to a hot tub filled with thermal waters — the perfect way to unwind while surrounded by Iceland’s serene landscape. Room service was outstanding, and the food arrived promptly and beautifully presented. Breakfast each morning was excellent, with a generous and varied selection to suit every preference. Parking was easy and located right out front, making arrivals and departures stress-free. Hotel Rangá combines comfort, thoughtful service, and a touch of adventure in a peaceful setting. I wouldn’t hesitate to return.

I definitely recommend. It could be a perfect romantic getaway with your significant other. The view from the restaurant is stunning and the food is to die for. It’s so relaxing to stay in the hot tub in the evening so don’t forget your bathing suits.