Hvammsvík Hot Springs in West Iceland

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Hvammsvík Hot Springs is located just 45 minutes from Reykjavik in West Iceland. It features 8 hot tubs of varying temperatures and is located right on the sea in Hvalfjordur. There's also a swim-up bar and steam room. From the pools, you can cold plunge into the sea and even use stand-up paddle boards! Hvammsvik is a great way to experience the local bathing culture and I highly recommend adding it to your itinerary!
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@swellxelle Жыл бұрын

This place is so special. I visited last week and found it difficult to leave. My great uncle was stationed in this fjord during WW2, so I took a few cold plunges in the ocean in his memory. Seriously, everything about Hvammsvik is incredible and I can’t wait to visit again!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Wow! What a great connection and memory to have! Thanks for sharing and great job for powering through multiple cold plunges!!!

@maryland510 Жыл бұрын

I was there last week and it was INCREDIBLE.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

So beautiful and so relaxing! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

@tomweiss9600 Жыл бұрын

Wow, just wow. Drove to the Glymur Falls trailhead up that road a few years ago and it was stunning.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Totally stunning! Thanks for watching!

@koryjohnson5346 Жыл бұрын

This was my favorite hot spring in Iceland! I also loved how it’s designed with lots of different pools so you can have privacy if you want it (compared to Sky lagoon which is much more crowded). The seafood soup was also so yummy!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

I agree with all of this 100%!!!

@bretwalder 2 ай бұрын

Was there on the 8th April. Plan was a quick dip. Ended up staying in water for 7 hours. Just a magical place to unwind. Now my favourite place in the world. Oh yes watched the partial eclipse too.

@alexa4257 Жыл бұрын

We were there last week when our tour detoured from the Secret Lagoon which was being renovated. Gorgeous, wonderful experience!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

So glad you got to try it out!

@crumpledwig Жыл бұрын

The Wim Hof technique is definitely worth trying. When I was in Iceland a a few years ago, I tried it with an instructor before going into the ocean. It really was one of the highlights of my experience in Iceland. It's very much like a spiritual experience. That, coupled with the natural beauty of the land.....👌

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

I've heard such good things about the Wim Hof technique! Thanks for sharing your experience!

@wreckabec1 Жыл бұрын

We stayed in their Hilltop House two years ago on our maiden voyage to Iceland. (Watched ALL of your videos and downloaded your guide for that trip, btw. So helpful!!) Back then, it was just a beautiful estate with a few airbnb houses on the land. Felt so lucky to stay in such a beautiful location. So remote, empty. Had the place to ourselves and it was magical and sunny in August. Our kids especially loved the entertainment barn on the property. Met the lovely owner and she mentioned plans for a spa, but look at it now! Wow!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Its wonderful! You should come back for a visit!

@user-gi4fz9zw5p Жыл бұрын

We stayed there in April in one of the houses. The stay was incredible! The views from the rentals are amazing!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Very cool! Did you hop into the hot springs as well?

@wavetranquility4243 Жыл бұрын

The ultimate cold plunge!!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Totally! It was intense!

@treesforest5 Жыл бұрын

It is so amazing!! We went twice while in Iceland we loved it so much. Loved that it was not super crowded and that several of the locals were there. We did the ocean swim 5 times!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Wow! 5 times! 😮😮😮 Once was enough for me! 😂

@bobbyriley19 Жыл бұрын

Looks amazing!!!

@tessaburkhamer3856 11 ай бұрын

How gorgeous. TY for sharing. The soup looked amazing as well 💙

@IcelandwithaView 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching...it was incredible!

@susanbrown339 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing this video! It's our first trip to Iceland and we're staying in one of the houses in July for our last two nights of an 8-night trip. The first night at Hvammsvik will be after a long drive from the Glacier Lagoon and we'll probably just crash and relax that night and take advantage of the hot spring attached to the house. The next morning will be our last full day and we're trying to decide how to spend it (option1 or 2?): 1) drop the 18 & 20yr olds off for 3+hr to hike Glymur while my husband and I maybe go to Borgarnes for lunch/Settlement museum and then pick our hikers back up to do the hot springs and maybe dinner at Hotel Glymur 2) wake up early and see Ytri-Tunga, Budir, Arnastapi- Hellnar walk, Snaefellsjokull National park (not sure what to do there if we don't do glacier hike), Kirkjufell, drive back down 56 then back to Hvammsvik to maybe catch the last hot spring entry. I know tours on Snaefellsjokull peninsula seems to take more than a day, so I'm not sure which way to lean.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Hi Susan! Either option could work but you'll definitely have a LONG driving day if you do Snaefellsnes. Check out my South + West Travel Guide for more tips on how to plan those days ~ icelandwithaview.com/product/south-west-guidebook/ ~ Happy planning!

@ReggieWhit 11 ай бұрын

Another great video! Enjoyed learning about this Hvammsvik!

@IcelandwithaView 11 ай бұрын

It really was so much fun and so relaxing! I definitely recommend. 🤩

@mischamehrlich159 Жыл бұрын

Have been there in April, was breathtaking!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

I agree!

@BJ247259 Жыл бұрын

Ooh... I need to check this out! That soup looked delicious, now I will probably not think of anything else until I try it 🤤

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

It was wonderful! Definitely get there soon!

@frankyensan 7 ай бұрын

Incredible place!!!!!

@audrapietruccia1428 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, it looks amazing there!!! We are finally rescheduling our trip that was planned for 2020. We will have to stop there when we travel to Snaefellsnes.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Excellent idea! Its so relaxing and so beautiful!

@Tricia-yl9hb Жыл бұрын

We just went last week and loved it!! We drove straight from the airport and relaxed for hours … even fell asleep a few times. Then drove to Snaefellsness after. It was a nice way to break up the drive.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Great idea to relax after a flight and in the middle of a long travel/driving day!

@rosalieb7909 Жыл бұрын

Will be here this September! I hope to have the courage to go into the ocean!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

I hope so too! As awful as it was, the cold plunge was also really invigorating!

@rebabarker8534 Жыл бұрын

I love learning about new hot springs in Iceland!!! May need to add this one to the itinerary! Do you have plans for a video at Forest lagoon?

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Definitely add Hvammsvik - it pairs perfectly with a hike up to Glymur! And, I'm working on Forest Lagoon - I'm really really looking forward to it!

@marissasabatino7538 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

☺You're welcome!

@mimandshaindy4906 Жыл бұрын

I was waiting for this place to get more attention! I want to go this week but not sure I'll have time in my trip.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

If you find the time to visit, be sure you pre-book! They don't allow walk-in guests.

@smilingtracey5010 11 ай бұрын

When I view your earlier videos, you were so American, with bright red lipstick and talking fast. Now you are naturally beautiful, maybe from becoming a Mom, and the natural, free beauty of Iceland has won you over. So wonderful to see! Could you do another honeymoon video--my daughter is getting married next June in Canada and spending their honeymoon in Iceland. We visited Iceland as a family about 6 years ago so my daughter has already been there but her husband-to-be has not. They love the outdoors and especially swimming or water activities. Btw, we have a saying in Canada; the water isn't cold, it's "refreshing!" Please also do a vlog on the Lamb Soup--we were reluctant to try it but since it was a local dish and served everywhere, we did eat it and absolutely loved it! Now we make lamb soup every Winter.

@ericafors6039 Жыл бұрын

Beats the pants off the the Blue Lagoon prices and crowds. Looks wonderful! Thx so much! ❤

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 Hvammsvik is a wonderful experience!

@me7509 Жыл бұрын

there last wednesday ble/w our minds. first class. we had the same soup. hraemur the best 19 year old bartender. watched everyone of your videos before we went. glymur's log wasn't there but we did the left trail. extreme! view wasn't very good. you rock! can't wait to go back

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 Sounds like a great trip!

@PR12Luis Жыл бұрын

Im going 9 days 1rst week of october 2023.....going with the Wim Hof method mindset!! So excited !!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Good luck and I hope its the best.trip.ever!

@hikingelevated Жыл бұрын

When I visit Iceland in a couple years for 12 days ish, I'll have to make time for this area. Thanks!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Definitely keep it on your list!

@portiafirtaid7486 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the review. Did you have to take a shower before going into the hot springs? I know we have to do that before going into a swimming pool.

@marknensel343 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video and cool tip Jeannie. Is this after you cross the fjord to Borgarnes or is it on the Reykholt side? Either we’ll do it for sure next time we come over. Also I just read that Icelandair is going to start up flights to the Faroe Islands in 2024. Something you might have to consider for your v-blogging and general travel tips for next year… I’d sure like to know how to do that.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Hvammsvik Hot Springs is only 15 miles as the crow flies from Þingvellir! I definitely recommend a visit! ~ Interesting to know about IcelandAir, I'll have to check it out! Thanks for the tip!

@jenniferpersinger4020 Жыл бұрын

This is so awesome!! Can you tell me a little more about the paddleboarding there? :) I looked at the site and didn’t see any info, but that’s something I’d be super interested in on my next trip back!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

A paddleboard is free with your booking and if requested, and is weather dependent. Send them a message for more info: hvammsvik.com/contact/

@jenniferpersinger4020 Жыл бұрын

@@IcelandwithaView thank you so much!! That is amazing 🤩

@eekamm Жыл бұрын

Ok this is it, this is where we are going! Jeannie, do you know if we really need to book ahead of time I imagine it's difficult to time it. Thank you for posting this!

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Hi Mika! You must pre-book. Hvammsvik does not accept walk-in guests.

@eekamm Жыл бұрын

@@IcelandwithaView Oh good to know, thanks Jeannie!!

@Constantine1431 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful videos! Question - do the water socks come with entry or do you need to bring your own?

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

You may bring your own or rent them from Hvammsvik for an extra fee. I highly recommend having them because the terrain between the pools and the ocean is VERY rocky!

@doxiemomma8207 Жыл бұрын

Jeannie, would you recommend wearing water shoes? Did you wear them in the water or leave them outside the pools for when you walk around?

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

I left my shoes by the side of the pool. I did not wear them into the water.

@karlaesquivel1979 8 ай бұрын

Do they provide the water socks?

@nellizabunova7850 Жыл бұрын

👍😊

@craignelson-swiftyenzed7578 Жыл бұрын

I'm curious about the sock / slippers... are they provided or do you bring your own?

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Hi Craig! You may bring your own or you can rent them for a small fee. They are highly recommended when walking from pool to pool and when going into the ocean - the terrain is very rocky!

@shubhamgupta1499 Жыл бұрын

Hello, Just wanted to ask a query related to the forthcoming iceland trip of self along with my friends in Oct 24 to Nov3 2023. Is it possible / advisable to do the complete ring road?

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Hi there! YES! You can complete the Ring Road during that time of year and during your travel dates! Check out my pre-written itinerary (icelandwithaview.com/product/11-day-itinerary-rr-gc-snaef-winter/) for ideal daily plans!

@udayshome1793 5 ай бұрын

Question - for a solo male traveler like me, is it important to carry a speedo ... or boardshorts / swim shorts are acceptable when visiting hot springs? Personally, I feel awkward in a speedo.

@bridgetlillis9755 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing this! About how much time should we plan for this spot?

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

1 to 2 hours - this will be weather dependent, if you choose to paddleboard, do the cold plunge, or enjoy their restaurant

@bridgetlillis9755 Жыл бұрын

@@IcelandwithaView thank you! Can't wait. So thankful for your itineraries and finding this gem!

@danilowalther59 Жыл бұрын

This video really makes me sad. I was there some years ago and it was a cosy, beautiful, small hot tub which mostly nobody took care. You could relax there for your own and the best it was totally FREE. Now its one of many generic locations in favor of rich foreign touristy. I just checked the prices, they are ridiculous. 50 Euro for some small paddling pools, even more during weekends, the dinner probably not included. Also seems to me as an advertisement. Would be nice If you could mark it.

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, subscribing to my channel, and watching! Infrastructure built upon Iceland's fragile environment always brings up mixed feelings, especially for locals. There are certainly pros and cons but I can say that this hot spring location does a fantastic job of keeping the experience close to nature.

@prettymiffedbrit Жыл бұрын

Wimhoff is a good idea. I need to learn to do for cold water. ***caution you may be offended*** I like your videos, but please avoid vegetable oil and processed foods where you can. Use traditional fats and no added sugar. It isn't easy, especially in restaurants, but it is doable.

@rjmacf0015 Жыл бұрын

Its a hard life reviewing Icelandic attractions!!...but walking into the ice water...madness. Is the water mineral springs or fresh. Not that it would be relevant to temperature just skin impact. Its a wonder your skin didn't fall off!😆😆

@IcelandwithaView Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 I have a really tough job! The cold water wasn't great but it's all part of the experience and the experience was fantastic!

@bjetkabathory5185 Жыл бұрын

When the Christian missionaries persuaded the Icelanders to become Christians around 1000 AD, the Icelanders agreed only on condition they would be baptized in hot springs. Eventually the missionaries agreed ;-)

@MrVanchu Жыл бұрын

I want to go there again. I’m a single guy. Where is the great place to hang out? To meet Icelandic girl. Can you tell? I feel so lonely when I was there.