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Guðlaug Baths

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Guðlaug Baths

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Guðlaug Baths is a geothermal lagoon in West Iceland.

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Guðlaug Baths is in West Iceland at 64.7125°N, 22.4192°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 9.2 km from Route 54
Nearest town: Borgarnes — 30.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 67 km in a straight line
What else is close: 51 mapped places within 20 km

Guðlaug Baths weather and conditions

At Guðlaug Baths in West Iceland, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 13:30 (Iceland time): 12°C (feels like 9°C), mostly clear, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 46 m (sunrise 06:07, sunset 20:53). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 13:30· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

Tours near Guðlaug Baths

Free cancellation

Small groups

Hiking

Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsWest Iceland

From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

Duration5 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

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25.340 ISK

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Photos & videos

World Bathing Day 2022 Global Sound Bath Guðlaug Baths Akranes Iceland — Guðlaug Baths — video poster — World Bathing Day 2022 Global Sound Bath Guðlaug Baths Akranes IcelandWorld Bathing Day

Guðlaug Baths (Akranes), Forest Paths Esjan Hiking Center — Guðlaug Baths — video poster — Guðlaug Baths (Akranes), Forest Paths Esjan Hiking CenterFuneral Trucker

Basalt Architects builds geothermal baths on the Icelandic seafront — Guðlaug Baths — video poster — Basalt Architects builds geothermal baths on the Icelandic seafrontDezeen

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How do I get to Guðlaug Baths?

Guðlaug Baths is located in West Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.

Is Guðlaug Baths free to visit?

Many natural lagoons are free to use; developed geothermal pools and baths usually charge an entry fee. Check the spot’s details before you go.

What is the best time to visit Guðlaug Baths?

Guðlaug Baths can be enjoyed year-round — soaking in warm water is especially magical in winter snow, though check live road conditions before you drive, as access roads may require 4WD off-season.

Nearby

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Waterfalls

#1.Brúarfoss

11 km·~14 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#2.Rjúkandafoss

22 km·~26 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Skuggafoss

24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#4.Langárfoss

24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Landbrotalaug

14 km·~17 min drive

Tiny natural hot pot on Snæfellsnes. Fits two people. Hidden gem.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð

29 km·~34 min drive

Hot_tub hot spring

#3.Sturlungalaug

30 km·~36 min drive

Geothermal spot

#4.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð

39 km·~47 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Snorrastaðir

8.8 km·~11 min drive

Snorrastaðir Farm holiday is a camp site and a farm holiday in a great location in…

#2.Laugargerðisskóli

12 km·~14 min drive

Laugargerðisskóli camping site is open during the summer months. It is located at…

#3.Lindartunga

14 km·~17 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Hallkelsstaðahlíð við Hlíðarvatn

25 km·~30 min drive

Hallkelsstadarhlid camping site is located in West Iceland. The site is conveniently…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Hyrnan

31 km·~37 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

31 km·~37 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Ljómalind

31 km·~37 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus

31 km·~37 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Breiðablik

18 km·~22 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Borgarnes

30 km·~36 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Baulan

36 km·~43 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Hreðavatnsskáli

42 km·~51 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.101 ISKView tour →

#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →

#3.Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

5 hours

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

from 25.340 ISKView tour →

3 tours near West Iceland

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VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community