Luxury Hella Holidays

Discover Hella, a picturesque little town wedged between Selfoss and Hvolsvollur along the famous Ring Road in southern Iceland.

Offering splendid views of Hekla, one of the active volcanoes in the country, Hella’s tranquil ambiance makes for a great rustic getaway not too far from Reykjavik. The Ytri Ranga river that passes through the town is one of the best salmon fishing rivers in the country, making Hella a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. It’s also an excellent place for horseriding tours, thanks to the sprawling farms that breed and train Icelandic horses.

Like other destinations in Iceland, tourism is a growing industry in Hella thanks to its location on the Ring Road. Visitors can enjoy a dip in the geothermal swimming pool at the centre of town or visit the Hekla Centre to learn more about the namesake volcano which is located just a little distance away. With less than a thousand residents, few houses and a limited number of street lights, this is also an excellent place from which to view the famed Northern Lights.

Hella is an excellent base for travellers looking to explore Iceland’s beautiful South. The sleepy town offers proximity to the stunning Golden Circle and Fludir, and is just a little distance away from some of the best-known waterfalls in the region such as Skogafoss and Gluggafoss. On your luxury Hella holidays, you have the chance to embark on multi-day hikes around town, including to Landmannalaugar in the southern highlands, a geothermal oasis with lava fields surrounded by beautiful multi-hued mountains. Hella is also just an hour away from the Sólheimajökull glacier, which is a popular spot for adventure sports such as glacier hiking, trekking and ice climbing.

Normally a sleepy, peaceful town, every August Hella turns into a riot of colors with music and dance as the locals celebrate their annual harvest festival, Töðugjöld.