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Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn)

Jardbadsholum, Myvatn, Iceland
+354 4644411
Ranked #2 of 5 attractions in Myvatn
4.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Type: Hot Springs/ Geysers
Owner description: Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, the tastefully designed complex offers bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip...... more » Owner description: Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, the tastefully designed complex offers bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip amidst clouds of steam rising up from a fissure deep in the Earth´s surface, and ends with a luxurious swim in a pool of geothermal water drawn from depths of up to 2.500 metres.Containing a unique blend of minerals, silicates and geothermal microorganisms, the warm, soothing waters of Mývatn Nature Baths are beneficial to skin and spirit alike, creating a sense of wellbeing which lingers on as a lasting memory of your visit to this spellbinding area at Europe´s outer limits.Facilities on offer include a reception area and restaurant seating 120 guests, changing rooms and showers for up to 300 guests, two natural steam baths accommodating up to 50 bathers at a time, and a 5000m2 geothermal bathing pool maintained at a constant temperature of 38-40ºC. « less
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hey_joh
Barcelona, Spain
Senior Contributor
22 reviews
12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

We went off peak, on a cold snowy day so there was barely anyone, which probably added to the magic of the place, but the blue waters, the warmth and relaxing atmosfere, the surroundings... it's all perfect! Much better than the blue lagoon. Clean (installations, pool area and pools), friendly staff, parking space... This place just has it all ! More

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Herman24
Belgium
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15 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2012

This was the best spa we visited during our trip around Iceland. It's a lot smaller then the Blue lagoon, but also nicer. The water has a distinct smell and feeling, which will need some getting used to. More

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AviatorDubai
Dubai
Senior Contributor
40 reviews
27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2011

We visited "mývatn nature baths" in an afternoon as recommended by the hotel we stayed at. Was a real first hand experience to what it would be like at the Grindavik Blue lagoon as this was my first time in a Geo thermal pool. Not crowded at all, Maintained very clean and Less expensive compared to Blue lagoon. Staff here... More

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cccricri
Milan, Italy
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 7, 2011

fantastic experience, I found Myvatn Nature baths much better than the Blue Lagoon because they have less tourists around and it's a bit cheaper. I would recommend it to anyone. they provide you with towels, bikini, and whatever you need if you don't have yours. you can also get there by bus from Akureyri. More

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Mad-on-Maldives
East Yorkshire
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21 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2011

What a lovely place to go after a busy day sightseeing. We had the whole place to ourselves which was great. Lovely clean and warm facilities. Welcome cake and drink in cafe area afterwards was nice. More

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Dingdup
Geneva, Switzerland
Senior Contributor
27 reviews
15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2011

Forget about the Blue Lagoon and go to Jarbodin! I read reviews before, and was stubborn. I enjoyed Jarbodin so much that I wanted to relive the experience just before flying home by going to the Blue Lagoon. Big mistake... it was horrible. But lets focus here on Jarbodin/Myvatn Nature baths. Compared to the BL it is less crowded, hotter,... More

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forthwrite
Los Angeles, California
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9 reviews
13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2011

The Myvatn Nature Baths are fabulous. The north of Iceland is quite geothermally active and the milky, mineralized water of the baths comes from a local source. It does wonders for your skin. This is a fairly new facility so the changing rooms are spacious and clean. Besides the large outdoor pools, there is a sauna, steam room, a deck... More

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kpter
Portland, Maine
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7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 8, 2011

Clean and not crowded. Did not seem at all as touristy and crowded as the Blue Lagoon which we took a look at on our last day (where we saw 23 large tour buses and hordes trying to get in). This place seemed to have local people, was quiet, more relaxing and cheaper More

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Kelly F
Dallas, Texas
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15 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2011

We absolutely loved these nature baths. They were very hot and we enjoyed them more than the Blue Lagoon. They were more secluded and very relaxing and we were surrounded by a beautiful snowy landscape. This was an amazing place. More

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Aleksandra_Anna
Warsaw, Poland
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13 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2011

The baths have great view on the glacier and lava fields. Very pleasant, very clean; in June during the day (about noon) there were only 4 people there. The price is much lower than the famous Blue Lagoon, but the experience much better. More

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