Southwest Iceland

World-class destinations near Reykjavík and Keflavík Airport

💙 Blue Lagoon
Grindavík • 45 min from Reykjavík
World Famous

Iconic milky blue geothermal spa with mineral-rich waters and luxury treatments. Man-made wonder powered by Svartsengi plant.

Temperature 37-39°C
Booking Essential
Cost 7,000-20,000 ISK
Duration 2-4 hours
Silica mud masks Restaurant Spa treatments
🌿 Secret Lagoon
Flúðir • 90 min from Reykjavík
Historic

Iceland's oldest natural pool (1891) with authentic geothermal experience and nearby geysir activity.

Temperature 38-40°C
Booking Recommended
Cost 3,000-4,000 ISK
Crowds Moderate
Natural pool Golden Circle Geysir nearby
♨️ Reykjadalur
Hveragerði • 45 min from Reykjavík
Hike Required

Geothermal river reached by scenic 45-minute hike through steaming hot springs valley.

Temperature 36-40°C
Hike 45 min each way
Cost Free
Facilities Changing area
Hot river Hiking Steam vents

Northern Iceland

Volcanic landscapes and authentic geothermal experiences

🏔️ Mývatn Nature Baths
Lake Mývatn • 5 hours from Reykjavík
Blue Waters

Northern answer to Blue Lagoon with stunning lake views and dramatic volcanic landscapes.

Temperature 36-40°C
Crowds Fewer than Blue Lagoon
Cost 5,000-6,500 ISK
Views Lake & lava fields
Volcanic area Restaurant Less crowded
🌋 Grjótagjá Cave
Lake Mývatn • Near Mývatn Nature Baths
Look Only

Famous cave spring too hot for bathing but spectacular to visit. Featured in Game of Thrones.

Temperature 50°C+ (too hot)
Access Easy walk
Cost Free
Bathing Not allowed
Cave spring Game of Thrones Photography

Eastern Iceland

Remote fjords and innovative geothermal experiences

🌊 Vök Baths
Urriðavatn Lake • East Iceland
Floating Pools

Innovative floating pools on a lake with infinity design and stunning mountain reflections.

Temperature 38-42°C
Design Infinity pools
Cost 4,000-5,500 ISK
Season Year-round
Lake views Tea service Saunas

Wild & Remote Springs

Adventure required - authentic Icelandic geothermal experiences

🌿 Strútslaug
Iceland Highlands • 4WD + Hike Required
Secret

Remote highland spring requiring 4WD drive and 1.5-hour hike. Complete wilderness experience.

Temperature ~40°C
Access 4WD + 1.5h hike
Cost Free
Facilities None
Wilderness Local secret Adventure
🌊 Hellulaug
Westfjords • Remote Ocean Views
Ocean View

Tiny natural pool carved into rocks overlooking the ocean. Capacity for only 2-3 people.

Capacity 2-3 people max
Setting Ocean cliffs
Cost Free
Best time Sunset
Dramatic location No facilities Sunset views

Hot Springs by Region - Quick Reference

🏠 Southwest (Near Reykjavík)

  • Blue Lagoon: Luxury spa experience
  • Secret Lagoon: Historic natural pool
  • Reykjadalur: Hike to hot river

🏔️ North (Lake Mývatn Area)

  • Mývatn Nature Baths: Blue waters, volcanic views
  • Grjótagjá Cave: Famous cave (look only)

🌊 East (Remote Fjords)

  • Vök Baths: Floating infinity pools
  • Seydisfjördur Pool: Fjord setting

🏞️ Wild Springs

  • Strútslaug: Highland adventure
  • Hellulaug: Ocean cliff pool
  • Westfjords pools: Remote & authentic