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About us

A Magical
Place to Rest

A Magical
Place to Rest

Aurora Farm Hotel is a boutique hotel in the heart of the Diamond Circle, North Iceland—just moments from top attractions like waterfalls, geothermal areas, and scenic landscapes. Featuring cozy, comfortable rooms, geothermal hot springs, and a peaceful rural setting, it is the perfect base.

Sunlit bedroom with two large windows and folded towels on the bed

Our Story

Aurora Farm is a family project — built slowly, thoughtfully, and with a lot of heart.

The farm is very much a collective effort. Everyone is involved, each in their own way, and the greatest joy comes from building something special and sharing it with others. Life at Aurora Farm follows the rhythm of the seasons and the surrounding nature, with days spent outdoors and time shared together. Winter brings snowmobiling, northern lights, and geothermal warmth; summer is for fishing, hiking, and long evenings under the midnight sun.

Aurora Farm is located in one of the most active aurora regions in the Northern Hemisphere, right in the heart of Iceland’s Diamond Circle. Natural geothermal water flows directly from the land, feeding the outdoor hot springs that hotel guests can enjoy exclusively. Farm life here moves at a calm, unhurried pace, and the setting makes Aurora Farm a natural base — and a comforting pause — when exploring North Iceland.

The restaurant reflects the same family-driven philosophy. The food is simple, Icelandic, and honest, with a strong focus on local produce sourced from neighboring farms whenever possible. Fish arrives fresh from Skjálfandi Bay, and menus are guided by the seasons rather than trends. The emphasis is on quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and a genuine connection to place.

Aurora Farm is very much a work in progress, and that is part of its charm. It is being built with care and intention — a retreat created by a family for themselves, and generously shared with guests who wish to experience real Iceland. The overall experience is pure Icelandic magic: geothermal warmth, clean food, sustainable living, deep connection with nature, and time to enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

At its heart, Aurora Farm is about togetherness — family, land, and guests coming together in a place shaped by nature, tradition, and quiet joy.

Where We Are

Located near Mývatn and Godafoss, our valley is part of the Diamond Circle — one of Iceland’s most breathtaking routes.

Family gathered around a hanging fire pit, roasting marshmallows outdoors
Guest resting at the edge of an outdoor geothermal hot spring pool

Our Facilities

  • Guest resting at the edge of an outdoor geothermal hot spring pool

    Geothermal Hot Springs

  • Restaurant dining room with a gallery wall of framed art and velvet seating

    Restaurant

  • Guest standing with a grey Icelandic horse in an open hillside field

    Farm Animals

  • Interior of a wood-panelled sauna with bench seating and a glass door

    Outdoor Spa

  • Waffles drizzled with syrup, served with fresh berries and mint

    Breakfast

  • Green aurora borealis lighting up the night sky over North Iceland

    Auroras

  • Hands holding freshly picked vine tomatoes from the garden

    Farm to Table

  • Wooden outdoor sauna cabin glowing warmly against the night sky

    Sauna

  • Espresso machine and coffee cups on a bedside table

    Espresso Machine

  • Family gathered around a hanging fire pit, roasting marshmallows outdoors

    Fire Pit

  • Group ice bathing together in a hole cut into a frozen lake

    Cold plunge

Our Facilities

  • Guest resting at the edge of an outdoor geothermal hot spring pool

    Geothermal Hot Springs

  • Restaurant dining room with a gallery wall of framed art and velvet seating

    Restaurant

  • Guest standing with a grey Icelandic horse in an open hillside field

    Farm Animals

  • Interior of a wood-panelled sauna with bench seating and a glass door

    Outdoor Spa

  • Waffles drizzled with syrup, served with fresh berries and mint

    Breakfast

  • Green aurora borealis lighting up the night sky over North Iceland

    Auroras

  • Hands holding freshly picked vine tomatoes from the garden

    Farm to Table

  • Wooden outdoor sauna cabin glowing warmly against the night sky

    Sauna

  • Espresso machine and coffee cups on a bedside table

    Espresso Machine

  • Family gathered around a hanging fire pit, roasting marshmallows outdoors

    Fire Pit

  • Group ice bathing together in a hole cut into a frozen lake

    Cold plunge

Our Facilities

  • Guest resting at the edge of an outdoor geothermal hot spring pool

    Geothermal Hot Springs

  • Restaurant dining room with a gallery wall of framed art and velvet seating

    Restaurant

  • Guest standing with a grey Icelandic horse in an open hillside field

    Farm Animals

  • Interior of a wood-panelled sauna with bench seating and a glass door

    Outdoor Spa

  • Waffles drizzled with syrup, served with fresh berries and mint

    Breakfast

  • Green aurora borealis lighting up the night sky over North Iceland

    Auroras

  • Hands holding freshly picked vine tomatoes from the garden

    Farm to Table

  • Wooden outdoor sauna cabin glowing warmly against the night sky

    Sauna

  • Espresso machine and coffee cups on a bedside table

    Espresso Machine

  • Family gathered around a hanging fire pit, roasting marshmallows outdoors

    Fire Pit

  • Group ice bathing together in a hole cut into a frozen lake

    Cold plunge

Located in the heart of the Diamond Circle

Geothermal oasis in the heart of the diamond circle

Goðafoss

10 min

Húsavík

30 min

Mývatn

20 min

Akureyri

40 min

Aldeyjarfoss

60 min

Dettifoss

75 min

Ásbyrgi

80 min

Stuðlagil

120 min

Free 3-Day Itinerary

Plan your journey around the Diamond Circle with our simple travel guide.

Map showing driving distances from Aurora Farm Hotel to Diamond Circle attractions

Located in the heart of the Diamond Circle

Geothermal oasis in the heart of the diamond circle

Goðafoss

10 min

Húsavík

30 min

Mývatn

20 min

Akureyri

40 min

Aldeyjarfoss

60 min

Dettifoss

75 min

Ásbyrgi

80 min

Stuðlagil

120 min

Free 3-Day Itinerary

Plan your journey around the Diamond Circle with our simple travel guide.

Map showing driving distances from Aurora Farm Hotel to Diamond Circle attractions

Located in the heart of the Diamond Circle

Geothermal oasis in the heart of the diamond circle

Goðafoss

10 min

Húsavík

30 min

Mývatn

20 min

Akureyri

40 min

Aldeyjarfoss

60 min

Dettifoss

75 min

Ásbyrgi

80 min

Stuðlagil

120 min

Free 3-Day Itinerary

Plan your journey around the Diamond Circle with our simple travel guide.

Map showing driving distances from Aurora Farm Hotel to Diamond Circle attractions