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Things to do in Iceland, Iceland: The Best Hot Springs & Geysers
Iceland (/ˈaɪslənd/ ( listen); Icelandic: Ísland, pronounced [ˈistlant]) is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic, with a population of 348,580 and an area of 103,000 km (40,000 sq mi), making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population.
Restaurants in Iceland
1. Hellulaug Pool
2. Laugafell
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Natural pool in the highlands of Iceland. The hot water (38-40°C at the inflow) comes from low geothermal area and is therefore odorless. Changing rooms and toilets are in a hut next to the pool. There is a possibility for accommodation in a hut or at a camping site.
3. Blesi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By sharonq867 - Zeeland, The Netherlands
Nice to feel the warm steam from Blesi on your legs when you come close. Impressive blue colors inside and in the background you can see the Strokkur going up.
4. Fosslaug
5. Strokkur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,880 reviews
Reviewed By CrystalJ1186 - Stony Plain, Canada
Loved checking out the Strokkur Geyser on the way to the Golden Circle Drove from Reykjavík The Geyser shoots up every 8 ish minutes and ranges in height Lots of walking paths available and great views (also a great shop for gifts and where you can have a drink & snack - the toilets are free) Free to walk around & Free Parking !!
6. Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,617 reviews
Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, the tastefully designed complex offers bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip amidst clouds of steam rising up from a fissure deep in the Earth´s surface, and ends with a luxurious swim in a pool of geothermal water drawn from depths of up to 2.500 metres.Containing a unique blend of minerals, silicates and geothermal microorganisms, the warm, soothing waters of Mývatn Nature Baths are beneficial to skin and spirit alike, creating a sense of wellbeing which lingers on as a lasting memory of your visit to this spellbinding area at Europe´s outer limits.Facilities on offer include a reception area and restaurant seating 120 guests, changing rooms and showers for up to 300 guests, two natural steam baths accommodating up to 50 bathers at a time, and a 5000m2 geothermal bathing pool maintained at a constant temperature of 38-40ºC.
Reviewed By 2morrows - Port Coquitlam, Canada
The Myvatn nature Baths are set in an outdoor area with hot springs contained in naturally landscaped areas where one can enjoy the baths and the scenery. They are very reasonable priced compared to the Blue Lagoon, not in a man made setting and much less crowded. They include changing rooms, showers, sauna, geothermal pools and a nice restaurant with a viewing area to eat and relax upstairs with a good view of the pools.
7. Krysuvik
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 330 reviews
Reviewed By Travel_Addict_Cyprus - Michigan, United States
Loved Krysuvik Geothermal area! We stopped here while exploring Reykjanes Peninsula. Such a cool sight to visit! You can park and walk on the boardwalk through the geothermal fields. Walking through this geothermal area, with the boiling mud springs, and the banks around the hot springs so colorful! Lakes Kleifarvatn and Graenavatn are part of Krysuvik Geothermal Area and both work seeing. Especially Graenavatn with the beautiful green color! I definitely recommend a visit here. In fact, i wish we had skipped Krysuvik Cliffs and had more time at the geothermal area, to walk the longer trail where you can overlook this beautiful site.
8. Gunnuhver Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 663 reviews
Reviewed By Travel_Addict_Cyprus - Michigan, United States
Our first day in Iceland was not a full day. We landed around noon, ate lunch and then visited places around Reykjanes Peninsula. Gunnuhver Hot Springs was our second stop, following Bridge Between Continents. It was cool to see! There is a ramp from where you can view everything. Make sure you have a waterproof jacket and be prepared for the smell! I definitely recommend spending some time visiting Reykjanes Peninsula and the unusual sights. May not be as spectacular as the sights on the South, or photogenic, but they are unusual and worth seeing. In case you are interested, these are the sights we hit on our tour of the Reykjanes Peninsula: Bridge Between Continents, Gunnuhver Hot Springs, Reykjanes Lighthouse, Brimketill Lava Rock, Krísuvíkurberg, Krysuvik geothermal area (Seltún, Kleifarvatn and Grænavatn).
9. Grettislaug
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By Madeline_Faye
This campsite is one of my favorite places in Iceland!! It's got views like no other and the people that work there are so friendly. The kitchen is spacious and warm, there are two different bathroom areas, and a wonderful thermal bath. If you're looking for a good shower then this isn't the place but I rinsed off in the shower head outside by the thermal bath and that was good enough for me! Not only do I love the views here but this place also sells affordable food and beer in their cafe, which is adorable, AND while my friends and I were in the thermal bath at midnight and then tent camping and setting up for bed around 1 am we saw the Northern Lights both times (this was in mid August). It was AMAZING. The thermal bath is really really warm and you can hear the ocean waves while bathing in it. The beach nearby is a gorgeous walk and one of the coolest beaches I've been on with a really awesome swing right on the black sand to enjoy. GREAT PLACE!
10. Krossneslaug
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By 489denisek - Denmark, null
Loved Krossneslaug geothermal pool - super clean and well kept. Friendly staff and wonderful surroundings. Unforgettable experience - especially having the pool to ourselves! <3 Wonderful Westfjords!
