Northern Light Inn & Max'sRestaurant
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.
- Guests
- 20–150
- Nearest airport
- KEF · 50 minutes
- Open season
- April – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Google rating
- 4.6 /5 · 1,098
Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant is a hotel destination wedding venue in 241 Grindavík, Iceland, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Keflavík International Airport (KEF), 50 minutes. Best months: April, June, August, September.
Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant in 241 Grindavík, open April–September.
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.
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!!). We did manage to see on one night thanks to the wake up call service from reception at 1am! We had breakfast and dinner in the restaurant and found food and service to be very good. Recommended.
4 notes on the house.
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
Best held in April, June, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Northern Light Inn & Max's Restaurant.
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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
Things worth knowing.
KEF · 50 minutes
Guests fly into Keflavík International Airport.
$6,000-18,000
Pricing is approximate and varies by season (peak July-August, shoulder May-June and September, low November-April). Winter ceremonies may incur aurora viewing setup fees. Multi-day packages available.
$800-1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
$85-135 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
$120-200 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
April – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources — not a quote from the house. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
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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