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9 Reasons to Visit Myvatn Nature Baths+−
- 1. North Iceland’s spectacular nature around Myvatn
- 2. There is no better way to shake off the Icelandic cold.
- 3. Relaxation for your body and soul
- 4. Your chance to meet the locals.
- 5. No reservation needed and you can stay as long as you want!
- 6. Half of the price of Blue Lagoon
- 7. You can prepay for your drinks and have them delivered.
- 8. Lunch and dinner are available
- 9. Long hours of operation
- Where are the Myvatn Nature Baths located?
- For US visitors: changing rooms at Myvatn hot spring pools.
- Learn more about Iceland:
Despite harsh climate and long periods without a daylight, Icelanders are one of the happiest nations in the world. Researchers believe that the Icelandic tradition on of visiting nature baths has a lot to do with it. You probably heard of famous Blue Lagoon, but there many other less touristy choices throughout the country. Credit Card SheBuysTravel Offers these 9 reasons to visit Myvatn Nature Baths in North Iceland.
9 Reasons to Visit Myvatn Nature Baths
1. North Iceland’s spectacular nature around Myvatn.
2. There is no better way to shake off the Icelandic cold.
3. Relaxation for your body and soul.
4. Your chance to meet the locals.
5. No reservation needed and you can stay as long as you want!
6. Half of the price of Blue Lagoon.
7. You can prepay for your drinks and have them delivered.
8. Lunch and dinner are available.
9. Long hours of operation.
When planning my trip to Iceland, I knew I wanted to experience Iceland’s nature baths, but I was traveling in a group of eight and not everyone shared my enthusiasm for this kind of attractions. Lucky for me, when touring The Diamond Circle route, we practically stumbled upon Myvtan Nature Baths. Half of us decided to take the plunge and we loved it!
A short distance from picturesque Lake Myvatn, find the North’s version of the Blue Lagoon, Myvatn Nature Baths. A great place to soothe your aching limbs after hiking around nearby lava fields. I am sure, you can find more reasons to visit these geothermal pools in Myvatn, but here are the ones that I find important:
1. North Iceland’s spectacular nature around Myvatn
To truly experience Iceland, you should visit at least one of the country’s thermal baths, but do not come just for the baths. Think what else you can see and do when you will not be soaking. The Myvatn Lake and its entire surroundings are world-famous for their beauty.
Myvatn is one of the highlights of the Diamond Circle, a popular tourist travel route in the north of Iceland, and arguably the most popular destination in north Iceland – competing with the nearby town of Akureyri and the village of Husavik, the whale watching capital of Iceland.
2. There is no better way to shake off the Icelandic cold.
Iceland is stunningly beautiful, but its weather can definitely give you a chill year round. After a long day of hiking, nothing works better than a long soak in a warm water. Do not count on having a tub or hot tub in your hotels. No fireplaces either! In Myvatn Nature Baths, you pick the temperature that works for you, from warm to really hot.
3. Relaxation for your body and soul
Containing a unique blend of minerals, silicates, and geothermal microorganisms, the warm, soothing waters of Myvatn Nature Baths are beneficial to skin and spirit alike. Your body is pampered with a warm water, while your eyes take in the raw nature of Iceland. Your mind literally shuts off. It is a great experience any time of the day, but try to be there at sunset. Just divine!
4. Your chance to meet the locals.
When visiting a new country, I want to do what the locals do. I find it important to get a feel of a local culture. Geothermal pools are a way of life for people of Iceland. Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, Myvatn Nature Baths are more authentic then famous Blue Lagoon overcrowded with tourists. People watching is great!
5. No reservation needed and you can stay as long as you want!
Did you know that you need to make a reservation for a Blue Lagoon and your time is limited there? No such thing in Myvatn. Simply walk in, pay your entry, and stay until closing!
6. Half of the price of Blue Lagoon
For the locals of Myvatn, there are seasonal passes but if you are a tourist, you need to pay about $40 per visits. It is not cheap, but still half the price of what you would pay at Blue Lagoon.
7. You can prepay for your drinks and have them delivered.
It may sound like nothing important, but remember this is Iceland, where the weather has a tendency of not cooperating. Leaving the pool to get a drink could be very unpleasant. Prepay for it when entering and it will be delivered to you.
8. Lunch and dinner are available
North Iceland is rather remote so finding a restaurant at the end of the day may be challenging. Why not have it all in one place? Guests have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner in the modern yet welcoming dining area, or alternatively on sunny days, sit outside on the terrace while enjoying the refreshments.
9. Long hours of operation
No need to rush to Myvatn geothermal pools. In the summertime, they are open from 9 AM to midnight, and during winter months, noon to 10 PM. Remember, you can just walk in!
Where are the Myvatn Nature Baths located?
From Reykjavik, it is about a 6-7 hour drive to reach the small village of Reykjahlíð by Lake Myvatn, in good conditions. During wintertime that could take longer, depending on the weather. These geothermal pools can easily be included in The Ring Road itinerary.
For US visitors: changing rooms at Myvatn hot spring pools.
Well, this is Europe, people’s approach to nudity is much more relaxed than in America. You will be changing in front of others, in the open. Of course, you can skip the whole experience if you are extremely uneasy about it, but believe me, no one will be watching you. Just go for it!
Learn more about Iceland:
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Christine Tibbetts, Cultural Heritage TMOM says
I hunt up public baths everywhere I go — better start traveling with you! In Budapest, the hotel concierge tried to point me to the fancy tourist spa baths. I wanted the one where local people who survived communism went to soak. I prevailed. Loved your story.
Yvonne Jasinski, Credit Card SheBuysTravel says
Thank you! That is a good idea. Where do you want to go? I actually visited those baths you are mentioning in Budapest, while Poland and Hungary were still under a communist regime. It was fun. Long long time ago.