Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location for northern lights
Cons:
Old furniture
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Concerns about the condition of the rooms and old furniture were mentioned.
Service
9.73
Many reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.27
Convenient location for northern lights and blue lagoon, but proximity to a power plant was a downside.
Room Quality
7.72
Rooms described as small and poorly maintained.
Amenities
9.25
Basic amenities were available, but no pool or hot tub as desired.
Value for Money
8.21
Perceived as overpriced given the shortcomings in cleanliness and room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.76
Breakfast was generally praised, but some found restaurant options limited.
Overall Experience
9.23
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay, particularly the unique experience despite some negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 08:55

Property Description

Wellness Spa, Fitness Centre, and Fireplace Lounge
Indulge in relaxation at the onsite wellness spa, stay active at the fitness centre, and unwind by the fireplace lounge with breathtaking views.

Exclusive Shuttle Service and Airport Taxi Option
Benefit from complimentary shuttle buses to the Blue Lagoon and opt for the Exclusive Airport Taxi service for seamless travel to Keflavík International Airport.

Scenic Views and Culinary Delights
Experience stunning vistas of the Reykjanes Peninsula from the restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows while savoring authentic Icelandic dishes made from fresh local ingredients.

To book your stay at Northern Light Inn and enjoy these exceptional amenities, reserve now!

Important information:

Exclusive Airport Taxi service needs to be booked in advance. Please contact the property for more information.

The neighboring Blue Lagoon geothermal spa highly recommends advanced booking, as entrance is limited. Please contact the spa directly for further details.

When ordering rooms for 10 or more guests, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KEF

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for € 37 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1388 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 7.72
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.21
Food and Beverage: 8.76
Overall Experience: 9.23
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Lemoine • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Létitia • couple • fr
10
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Hôtel très sympa et bien placé ! Le personnel était sympathique et le petit-déjeuner était très bon et nous avons même eu droit à de belles aurores boréales !

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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ziggie • solo_traveller • dk
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Daniel Chan • solo_traveller • sg
8
A good alternative to the Blue Lagoon hotel
Pros:

Though it looks a bit dated, the hotel provides quality toilet wares and This establishment may present a slightly vintage aesthetic. However, one can expect a high standard of amenities in the washroom facilities. The provision of quality toiletries is a definite plus point for guests. It suggests a commitment to guest comfort, even with a dated appearance. This attention to detail in the smaller comforts is noteworthy. It is a good alternative to the Blue Lagoon hotel at only 5min by driving to the lagoon. The breakfast was a good spread.

Cons:

The shower screen design allows water to be sprayed out to the toilet floor. It is good to have a shower curtain at least. There's not enough hooks in the toilet.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Marion • couple • fr
10
Séjour au top
Pros:

Proximité avec l’aéroport et le Blue Lagoon
Personnel chaleureux et accueillant

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • couple • nl
10
Pros:

Our stay at Northern Lights Inn was the best part of our trip to Iceland. The location couldn't be better, It’s so close to the Blue Lagoon and to the airport. Parking is also great. The staff were super friendly and the fish & chips served at the restaurant are incredible. Honestly, some of the best we’ve ever had. It almost felt like a retreat. Seeing the northern lights right at our doorstep was pure magic.
Unfortunately, we didn’t get the chance to visit the spa, even though we had booked a room that included access.

Cons:

None

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • solo_traveller • ch
7
À refaire je choisirais un autre établissement car le rapport qualité-prix (350 euros pour une chambre familiale) n’est
Pros:

Lits confortables

Cons:

Petit-déjeuner faible et chambre sombre. Vue sur la centrale geothermique pas formidable.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Craig • extended_group • us
10
Ideal setting
Pros:

So close to the Blue Lagoon

Cons:

No negatives

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Alistair • couple • gb
10
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Livia • couple • br
10
Aurora hotel
Pros:

Ótimo hotel!!!! Super confortável aurora praticamente garantida kkkkk
Recomendo demais

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Danuta • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Jean Luc • extended_group • fr
6
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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richard • family_with_children • gb
5
Only one word can describe our stay…Awful.
Pros:

The standout was the cleanliness, reception staff and food was good. Some nice areas to the place.

Cons:

The location, awful. The ugliest area of Iceland we visited, imagine the Simpson’s - Springfield Nuclear Power Plant. Yes it’s a volcanic area but it’s a power plant, it’s unsightly, it stinks and it’s massively overpriced. £320 a nite for 1 adult & 2 kids. Didn’t even include the sauna, wanted an extra £15 per person per day. Ridiculous. The only reason this place exists is as an overflow to to even more overpriced accommodation at the Blue Lagoon. Not one guest I spoke to would return to either NLI or BL,
NLI is basically a motel you’d pay $60 a nite in Florida.
Be aware of long term construction work around BL, plant machinery everywhere and Grindavík is basically a ghost town. They don’t tell you this beforehand as it’s Iceland’s big moneymaker.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Ilona • family_with_children • lv
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Kennia • solo_traveller • us
10
Northern Lights Inn was the coziest little gem in Iceland. The staff (Ziggy and Karolina) were superb and the accommodat
Pros:

The property was so cozy and the staff was so hospitable. Ziggy and Karolina were the kindest humans on earth and they were always so willing to ensure guests had a wonderful stay. Breakfast was also delicious!

Cons:

I loved the restaurant in the hotel however I wish there were more options for dinner.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Liam • couple • gb
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Neill • extended_group • gb
8
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Gute Lage, sehr freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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ZULFIYA • couple • fr
7
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Lei • family_with_children • gb
10
Very nice stay at Northern Light Inn and saw northern light
Cons:

size of shower and toilet room is a little bit small

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee