Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant
Perched on Iceland's South Coast, Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant commands sweeping views across the geothermal landscape of Grindavík, where steam vents and lava fields stretch toward the Atlantic horizon.
Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant is a hotel destination wedding venue in Grindavík, Iceland, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Keflavík International Airport (KEF), 50 minutes. Best months: April, June, August, September.
About Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant
Perched on Iceland's South Coast, Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant commands sweeping views across the geothermal landscape of Grindavík, where steam vents and lava fields stretch toward the Atlantic horizon.
The hotel's vantage point at 241 Grindavík positions guests to witness the aurora borealis during winter months, while summer celebrations unfold under nearly 24-hour daylight.
On-site dining at Max's Restaurant provides locally-sourced Icelandic cuisine steps from your ceremony space.
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3 stars does not do this place justice. Relatively small hotel but great staff and service all round. Ideally placed for the Blue Lagoon and Northern Lights viewing (when visible of course!!).
Vickie Best · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- KEF, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Norðurljósavegur (Aurora Road) in Grindavík, strategically positioned for winter aurora viewing
- Dual venue: 4-star hotel accommodations and full-service restaurant on the same property
- Google rating of 4.6/5 based on verified guest experiences
- Geothermal landscape setting with unobstructed views of Iceland's volcanic South Coast
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00Guest arrival and check-in at Northern Light Inn
- 18:00Welcome dinner at Max's Restaurant
- 11:00Ceremony (indoor or outdoor based on weather)
- 12:30Reception and dinner at Max's Restaurant
- 22:00Aurora viewing excursion (winter months, weather permitting)
- 10:00Breakfast and guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- KEF · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Keflavík International Airport.
- Typical total
- $6,000-18,000Aisle estimate
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$6,000-18,000 USD for 50 guests with 2-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- $800-1,500Aisle estimate
USD
- Reception
- $85-135 a headAisle estimate
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$85-135 USD (via Max's Restaurant)
- Room rate
- $120-200 a nightAisle estimate
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$120-200 USD per room
- Weather window
- August – September
The months the weather is kindest, with April and June mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 426 8650
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Winter ceremonies may incur aurora viewing setup fees. Multi-day packages available.
Questions about the venue
What is the best time of year to see the Northern Lights from this venue?+
Aurora visibility peaks between September and March when night hours are longest. December offers the darkest skies, though viewing depends on solar activity and cloud cover.
Does the venue offer accommodation for out-of-town guests?+
Yes. Northern Light Inn operates as a full hotel with rooms available for wedding guests, eliminating the need for external lodging arrangements.
Can Max's Restaurant handle the full reception menu?+
Max's Restaurant provides on-site catering using Icelandic ingredients and traditional preparations, with customizable menus for wedding receptions.
How far is this venue from Keflavík International Airport?+
Approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles) southeast. Drive time is roughly 50 minutes via Route 1 (Ring Road).
What are the outdoor ceremony conditions?+
Outdoor ceremonies are weather-dependent; Iceland's South Coast experiences variable conditions year-round. The venue has indoor backup spaces and can accommodate ceremonies in both settings.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.