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.
Bridge between Continents - 26 min drive - 27.1 km
Reykjanesviti - 28 min drive - 27.0 km
Geothermal Area of Krysuvik - 38 min drive - 42.8 km
Getting around
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 19 min drive
Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Lagoon Bar - 17 min walk
Blue Lagoon Exclusive Lounge - 15 min walk
Lava Restaurant - 17 min walk
Salthúsið - 5 min drive
Northern Light Inn - 1 min walk
About this property
Northern Light Inn
Northern Light Inn puts you a short five-minute drive from Blue Lagoon. 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 centre and a fitness centre. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travellers.
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
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
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
Children
Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No stag or hen 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
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Mountain biking
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Hot springs nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference centre (1076 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1983
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
24-hour fitness centre
Adjacent to a golf course
Golf driving range on-site
Arcade/games room
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchairs available on site
Hand-held shower heads
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 duvet
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Heated floors
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
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 on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages.
Dining
Max's Restaurant – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises 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 and hen 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 that 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Northern Light Inn?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Northern Light Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car 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 on-site activities such as mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, cave exploring and ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a 24-hour fitness centre 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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Northern Light Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Location
Breakfast
Food
Restaurant
Airport
View
Amenities
Lagoons
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as fantastic, great, delicious, and phenomenal with many options to choose from. (27 reviews)
Meals in the property's dining room were consistently delicious and the restaurant offered a great breakfast buffet with many options. (7 reviews)
The spa area is very nice and clean with great amenities including a sauna, steam room, and tranquility space. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul, 2025
Very friendly, welcoming experience!
Loved the friendliness of the staff especially the wonderful lady who checked us in. She is excellent! Very helpful, friendly perfect!!
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jul, 2025
This is a great place. Rooms were nice and clean. Facilities were nice. Restaurant was very good. Amazing volcanic views. Close to blue lagoon and airport. We unfortunately had to evacuate due to the volcano warning but seems to be routine in Iceland.
David
David, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar, 2025
Great proximity to Blue Lagoon, great spot for a family of four.
Casey
Casey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Feb, 2025
A fabulous location and great hotel.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 May, 2025
We had a wonderful stay at the Northern Lights inn- the staff was superb a d very accommodating! Thanks for a wonderful stay 😊
Laurie
Laurie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr, 2025
The staff were lovely, room comfortable, dinner delicious and we appreciated the Northern Lights wake up call
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb, 2025
Excellent stay
Good location and very comfortable
Gaurav
Gaurav, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr, 2025
Unique location in lava field within a walk to the Blue Lagoon. Great restaurant and friendly staff.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Mar, 2025
If you go to ICeland you need to stay here!
Eysies
8/10 Very good
8 Jun, 2025
The staff were friendly, and the atmosphere was quiet and comfortable. There’s a rest area equipped with a large TV, which was a nice touch. However, the kids’ channels in the room weren’t working, which was a bit disappointing.
Arab
Arab, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr, 2025
Wonderfully accomodating
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr, 2025
Went to blue lagoon. Northern light inn is the most convenient property. Breakfast was complimentary and dinner delicious and convenient. Very cozy feeling.
Lorry
Lorry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Mar, 2025
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Frederik. It was also very convenient to be not too far from the airport and right next to the Blue Lagoon.
We would stay here again!
Aliza
Aliza, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb, 2025
Free shuttle to Blue Lagoon, delicious breakfast, cozy common spaces
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct, 2024
Great stay! Loved the restaurant!
Enery
Enery, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec, 2024
this property is the ideal place to stay for the Blue Lagoon.
Very clean and fresh, wonderful restaurant and best beds and pillows!
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Nov, 2024
Property was simple, but the staff was amazing and made our stay excellent.
Leslie
Leslie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb, 2025
Loved the northern lights wake up call and free shuttle to the blue lagoon
Amy
Amy, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov, 2024
Friendly staff, really close to blue lagoon
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan, 2025
It was lovely!
Evgenia
Evgenia, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sept, 2024
Great location and family friendly
Vipin
Vipin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec, 2024
Friendly,warm hotel
Yi
Yi, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr, 2025
The staff is the best asset of this establishment. The front desk staff, the kitchen/dining room staff, the room attendants wer all kind, attentive and quick to help.10 across the board.
The hotel was quiet and clean and inviting. Being nestled on an 900 year old lava bed and surrounded my the beautiful volcanoes made it even more appealing. I will definitely return and recommend The Northern Lights Inn.