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Iceland Spa Days: Our Top 15 Geothermal Pools

23 spa days  ·  from $84 a head

The water is free; the changing rooms, the ritual and the bar in the pool are what you pay for. These 15 compare the lagoons and the local pools on entry price, how long the ritual takes and how far each one is from Reykjavik.

Reykjavik: Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual - Choosing between Saman and Sér
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Reykjavik: Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

1.Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,166 reviews · 1 day · from $111Our pick

Spend the day at Reykjavík’s oceanside Sky Lagoon with a warm geothermal pool, infinity edge, panoramic sauna, cold plunge, steam room, body scrub, and crowberry juice. Choose the affordable Saman Pass with shared facilities or the Sér Pass with private changing rooms and showers.

“Well designed and equipped spa, active helpful management and staff. Wonderful in the lagoon with views out to sea. Great ritual activities, the sauna is spectacular. Nice cocktails at the bar.”

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Sky Lagoon Ticket with 7-Step Ritual and Transfers from Reykjavik - The transfer from Reykjavik to the lagoon
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Sky Lagoon Ticket with 7-Step Ritual and Transfers from Reykjavik

2.Sky Lagoon Ticket with 7-Step Ritual and Transfers from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 924 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Travel from Reykjavik to Sky Lagoon for a warm geothermal soak, ocean views, and the Skjól seven-step ritual. Round-trip transfers, Wi-Fi, lagoon access, and return buses are included. Expect communal changing rooms unless you upgrade to the Ser package with a private changing room.

“A bit expensive but worth the unique experience. Cold plunge is invigorating! The scrub really helps eliminate the toxins from the body. I slept like a baby even though I was jet lagged!”

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From Reykjavik: Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Transportation - Leaving Reykjavik from BSI Bus Terminal
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From Reykjavik: Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Transportation

3.Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 572 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $168

Travel from Reykjavik’s BSI terminal to Hvammsvík for about three hours among warm pools, sea views, mountains, and a steam room. You can choose pools with different temperatures, use the swim-up bar, and even take a cold plunge in the sea. English-speaking drivers such as Carlos and Sylvia have earned praise for friendly service.

“Our driver and trip guide, Carlos, was great and so welcoming. The view is incredible and the hot springs are amazing and so relaxing. As a young student Iceland is a very expensive place to travel, but this was absolutely worth the money :)”

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Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour - Self Drive - Meeting your guide at Thingvellir
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Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour – Self Drive

4.Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour – Self Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · from $206Top rated

Snorkel through Silfra’s clear glacial water in a dry suit with a PADI instructor, then drive yourself to Laugarvatn Fontana for geothermal pools, saunas, and steam rooms. Groups are limited to six. Guides such as Sara, Quim, and Konrad have earned praise for careful safety briefings and personal attention.

“Our guide for snorkeling, Odysseas, was funny and informative, as were the staff. We went in the dead of winter but were comfortably warm with the suits, and the rift was beautiful! The hot cocoa and cookies were great after the swim. We haRead more”

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Hvammsvik Hot Springs: Admission Package - The 45-minute drive from Reykjavik
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Hvammsvik Hot Springs: Admission Package

5.Hvammsvik Hot Springs: Admission Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 244 reviews · 1.5 hours - 1 day · from $84Best value

Spend 1.5 hours to a full day at Hvammsvik Hot Springs, 45 minutes from Reykjavik. Soak in seven pools beside the sea, use the steam room and swim-up bar, and choose classic or comfort admission. Bring swimwear, and plan extra time for the quiet setting and mountain views.

“After all the snow I was not looking forward to this. But I can honestly say it was the most magical day I have experienced in years. I have arthritis and I was worried about climbing in and out of the pools. It was no problem. With safety rails and steps. The views were breathtaking. I even ventured into the Arctic sea in November. Fantastic place. Not as touristy as the Blue Lagoon. I will never forget this experience. 100 stars”

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Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater - Hveragerði begins with bread baked in the earth
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Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater

6.Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $224

Travel by Wi-Fi-equipped minibus with guides such as Elias, Axel, Siddi, and Ingo. Visit Hveragerði, Kerið, Gullfoss, Geysir, and Þingvellir, then spend two hours at Hvammsvík Hot Springs beside Whale Fjord.

“What a day! First of all, we had excellent communication from our tour company Nice Travel all the way through. The last minute change of tour guides gifted us the best guide ever. Filip made our day so special with his sense of humour, his excellent knowledge and love of Iceland and his special playlist that fit the landscape so well it made us feel as if we were the heroes of an epic movie. We saw so much, had a couple of unexpected suprise stops and ended the day with a relaxing soak in an unbelievably beautiful spa. You must try this tour and if you can, ask for…”

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Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Return Transfers from Reykjavík - Two and a half hours beside Hvalfjörður
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Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Return Transfers from Reykjavík

7.Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Return Transfers from Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 220 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $137

Ride from Reykjavík to Hvammsvík Hot Springs, where several warm pools sit beside Hvalfjörður and black-sand shore. You get about 2.5 hours to soak, try the fjord cold plunge, use the swim-up bar, and enjoy the scenery before returning by minibus. Guides such as Carlos, Briosh, and Eiríkur have earned praise for friendly service.

“It was an easy ride to the hot springs and we loved the beautiful remote location. The hot springs were fantastic and we definitely recommend it. Would do it again in the future for sure.”

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Reykjavik: Silver Circle Tour, Canyon Ride, & Thermal Baths - Deildartunguhver, where Iceland heats its homes
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Reykjavik: Silver Circle Tour, Canyon Ride, & Thermal Baths

8.Silver Circle Tour, Canyon Ride, & Thermal Baths

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 204 reviews · 10 hours · from $246

Spend 10 hours touring West Iceland from Reykjavik with an English-speaking guide. Visit Deildartunguhver, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss, Husafell, Reykholt, and Sturlureykir Horse Farm, then soak in three remote Canyon Baths. A 4x4 ride and small-group format add a quieter alternative to the Golden Circle.

“A fantastic and unique day trip and the canyon baths were a truly unique experience.”

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Sky Lagoon Spa Experience with Private Transfer from Reykjavík - Choosing between Saman Pass and Sér Pass
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Sky Lagoon Spa Experience with Private Transfer from Reykjavík

9.Sky Lagoon Spa Experience with Private Transfer from Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $296

Travel by private car from your Reykjavik accommodation to Sky Lagoon, a modern seaside spa with warm geothermal water, a swim-up bar, sauna views, and the seven-step Sky Ritual. Choose shared or private changing facilities, then return at a flexible pickup time.

“Fantastic trip to sky lagoon. Driver was great, and gave us contact details for return pick up. The lagoon itself was stunning. Well designed and the 7 step ritual was fantastic”

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Golden Circle and Fontana Geothermal Spa Day Trip from Reykjavik - Thingvellir, where Iceland’s plates and parliament meet
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Golden Circle and Fontana Geothermal Spa Day Trip from Reykjavik

10.Golden Circle and Fontana Geothermal Spa Day Trip from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · from $130

Spend about nine hours with a local guide such as Eric, Margret, Karl, or Dylan visiting Iceland’s Golden Circle, then relax at Fontana’s geothermal baths. You’ll see Strokkur erupt, walk beside Gullfoss, explore Thingvellir, and taste hot-spring-baked rye bread.

“Traveling in a small group. Good experience to explore the geyser and the spa plus baking the rye bread. Weather and the scenery were good to allow us to take nice photos”

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Reykjavík: Glacier Snowmobile and Hot Springs with Pickup - Reaching Mountaineers Geldingafell Basecamp
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Reykjavík: Glacier Snowmobile and Hot Springs with Pickup

11.Reykjavík: Glacier Snowmobile and Hot Springs with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 182 reviews · 10 hours · from $431

Travel from Reykjavík in a rugged super truck to Mountaineers Geldingafell Basecamp, where you receive cold-weather gear and ride across Langjökull Glacier for about an hour. Afterward, relax for 1.5 hours at the Secret Lagoon near Flúðir. English and Icelandic guides lead the trip.

“An amazing experience from start to finish! Would recommend to anyone.”

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Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík & Hella - The ride past Hekla volcano
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Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs – Reykjavík & Hella

12.Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs – Reykjavík & Hella

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $217

Travel from Reykjavík, Selfoss, or Hella into Iceland’s highlands with an English, Italian, or Spanish-speaking Arctic Yeti guide. Hike about three miles toward Brennisteinsalda, pause for mountain views and lunch, then soak in Landmannalaugar’s thermal river.

“Was a great trip. The folks at Artic Yeti - Paula, Miro, Vito were really nice and made for a very nice day trip.”

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Reykjavik: Lava Cave, Hot Springs, Horses & Waterfalls Tour - Glanni Waterfall and the road into Borgarfjörður
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Reykjavik: Lava Cave, Hot Springs, Horses & Waterfalls Tour

13.Lava Cave, Hot Springs, Horses & Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 130 reviews · 10 hours · from $222

Spend a full day exploring West Iceland with a guide such as Addi, Thor, Walter, or Filip. Visit Glanni, Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, Sturlureykir Horse Farm, and Viðgelmir Lava Cave. Expect a small group of up to 19, cold cave conditions, and walking on wet, uneven ground.

“The guide at the lava cave was amazing. He was a well versed geologist and gave us such detailed information .”

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Landmannalaugar Hike and Hot Springs from Reykjavik & Hella - The early start from Reykjavik
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Landmannalaugar Hike and Hot Springs from Reykjavik & Hella

14.Landmannalaugar Hike and Hot Springs from Reykjavik & Hella

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 109 reviews · 13 hours · from $190

Travel from Reykjavik or Hella into Iceland’s highlands for a guided hike among rhyolite peaks, lava fields, and obsidian. You’ll have about five hours at Landmannalaugar, including an easy route and time for the natural hot springs. Guides such as Carmen and Nacho are praised for their warmth and local knowledge.

“Excelente excursión, el servicio del guía Nacho, fuimos afortunados en poder presenciar un paisaje inigualable. Gracias”

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Golden Circle and Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Tour from Reykjavik - Þingvellir, where parliament and geology meet
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Golden Circle and Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Tour from Reykjavik

15.Golden Circle and Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 84 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $227

Travel from Reykjavík to Þingvellir, Gullfoss, and Strokkur with a guide such as Karen or Darren, then finish at Sky Lagoon. The nine-hour outing includes transport, park fees, Sky Lagoon admission, towels, and the Skjól ritual, but not meals.

“Amazing experience in Iceland. Karen is the best and most knowledgeable tour guide ever. She shared so many interesting facts about the history of Iceland. Book this tour and ask for Karen. Gregor was also an amazing driver!”

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