Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The old Garðskagi Lighthouse on Reykjanes peninsula in Iceland
The blue lagoon is a geothermal spa in Grindavik in southwest Iceland. It is a man-made lagoon fed by the waters of the neighbouring geothermal plant Svartsengi. The water temperature is a balmy 37-39 centigrade. The waters have healing properties due to a high silica and sulphur content which gives the water its opaque blue colour.
After a 24 hour layover and a cramped flight from JFK, this was the perfect respite and welcome to Iceland. Grab a skyr smoothie from the Lagoon Bar, slather some silica mud on your face and let all your tension melt away in the steaming blue water.
No better place to relax after a fantastic week in Iceland. Just perfect milky blue steaming water in a unreal environment. Great experience!!! #troveon #bluelagoon #blue travel photo
On my way into Blue Lagoon! #iceland #bluelagoon
Northern Light Inn

Northern Light Inn

3.5 out of 5
Nordurljosavegur 1 Grindavik Southern Peninsula
The price is NZ$710 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$710
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Grindavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Clean, excellent staff. Nice lounging areas.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Northern Light Inn
Geo Hotel Grindavik

Geo Hotel Grindavik

3 out of 5
Vikurbraut 58 Grindavik Southern Peninsula
The price is NZ$304 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$304
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grindavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Blue Lagoon and Hópsnes Lighthouse are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)
I feel for this town, given the recent volcanic eruptions that left the city quite deserted. The hotel conditions may be a reflection of that, with only a handful of staff there to operate the front desk, clean rooms and manage the breakfast buffet. Upon arrival, there was no staff at the front desk. ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Geo Hotel Grindavik
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland

5 out of 5
Norðurljósavegur 9 Grindavik Southern Peninsula
Stay at this luxury hotel in Grindavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Blue Lagoon and Kvikan Saltfish Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
Amazing property just stunning! I will definitely be back! Love love love. Saw the northern lights as well. Memorable trip!

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

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The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
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Harbour View

Harbour View

3.5 out of 5
Austurvegur 26b Grindavik Suðurnes
Stay at this golf cabin in Grindavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
Harbour View
Reykjanes Guesthouse

Reykjanes Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Hafnargata 6 Grindavik
Stay at this apartment in Grindavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Blue Lagoon and Kvikan Saltfish Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Reykjanes Guesthouse
Converted Water Tower

Converted Water Tower

Grindavik
Stay at this holiday home in Thorkotlustadir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Blue Lagoon and Hópsnes Lighthouse are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Fantastic
House was perfect and view spectacular

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2023

Converted Water Tower
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Popular places to visit

Blue Lagoon which includes a luxury hotel or resort, modern architecture and a hot spring

Blue Lagoon

Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.

Blue Lagoon

Reykjanesviti

Learn about the local history of Reykjanesbær with a stop at Reykjanesviti. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Reykjanesviti

Bridge between Continents

Bridge between Continents is just one of the places to see in Reykjanesbær, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Bridge between Continents

Hafnaberg Cliffs

Explore the great outdoors at Hafnaberg Cliffs, a lovely green space in Reykjanesbær. Stroll along the waterfront in this trendy area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Hafnaberg Cliffs

Hópsnes Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Thorkotlustadir with a trip to Hópsnes Lighthouse.

Hópsnes Lighthouse

Kvikan Saltfish Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kvikan Saltfish Museum in Grindavik. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Kvikan Saltfish Museum

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Blue Lagoon showing a hot spring

Grindavik