Overview
A green-water geothermal bath with simple comforts
Lýsuhólslaug, branded on-site as Lýsulaugar, is a geothermal bathing spot on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula known for its naturally green water from chlorella algae. It’s a small, managed place rather than a wild spring: you get a main geothermal pool, hot tubs, an ice bath option, and proper showers. The operator also notes no chlorine is added, which matters if you are sensitive to heavily treated pools.
What makes it different on Snæfellsnes
Snæfellsnes has plenty of dramatic scenery, but fewer easy, warm-water stops than many travelers expect. Lýsulaugar fills that gap with an uncomplicated soak that pairs well with a peninsula driving day.
Plan around summer access
The operator publishes set summer opening hours and notes extra openings may be posted on Facebook outside the main period. If you are visiting outside peak summer, check official updates before you build your day around it.
Location & Access
Where it is
Lýsulaugar is in Staðarsveit, Snæfellsbær, on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The operator publishes coordinates (64° 50.483’N, 23° 12.839’W) which are useful if your map app gets picky in rural areas.
Getting there
This is drive-up access with short on-site walking, no hike. Roads on Snæfellsnes are generally straightforward, but wind can be intense and weather can flip quickly. If you are driving the peninsula in shoulder season, keep a buffer so you are not arriving late and rushed.
Opening hours and season
The operator lists summer opening as 11:00 to 21:00 every day between June and mid-August (for 2025). They also note extra opening hours may be posted on Facebook.
Facilities
The operator lists a geothermal pool, hot tubs, an ice bath, and showers. Bring sandals with grip for wet floors, and plan a quick change if it is windy.
What to bring
Swimsuit, towel, and traction sandals. Add a warm layer for after soaking, especially if you plan to continue sightseeing without an indoor warm-up. If you are touring with wet-weather gear, a dry bag keeps the changing area calmer.
Suitability & Accessibility
Lýsulaugar is best for travelers who want an easy soak on Snæfellsnes with real facilities, without committing to a large lagoon experience. It suits couples, solo travelers, and small groups doing a loop day around the peninsula.
Families
Family friendly, and the operator’s 2025 pricing lists free entry for ages 0 to 9 and a reduced rate for ages 10 to 17. Kids usually do best with shorter soak rounds and warm breaks, especially if the day is windy. Keep supervision close in hot tubs and around wet changing floors.
Mobility realities
No hiking, but expect wet surfaces and the usual steps or ladders typical of pool and hot tub entry. Sandals with grip and moving slowly reduce most issues. If you prefer the simplest routine, stick to the main pool and avoid extra transitions.
Wheelchair expectations
I’m not claiming wheelchair access. I do not have verified step-free routes, accessible changing rooms, or assisted water entry information from the operator’s official page.
Expectations vs reality
This is a practical bathing stop, not a luxury spa. The value is warm water, showers, and a calm setting that fits neatly into a Snæfellsnes drive.
Safety & Etiquette
Heat pacing
Hot tubs plus a warm pool can add up faster than you expect. Do shorter rounds, drink water, and take a break before you decide you want “just a little longer.” If you feel dizzy or unusually tired, end the soak and cool down gently.
Slips are the common problem
Wet floors and tub edges are where people get hurt. Wear traction sandals, move slowly, and keep one hand free when you walk. If you are carrying towels and phones, carry less and make two trips.
Shower habits keep shared water nicer
Use the showers before soaking. It keeps shared water cleaner and cuts down on sunscreen and grit, which matters in smaller facilities.
Cold exposure after soaking
Snæfellsnes wind can chill you fast after you leave warm water. Dry off well, put on a warm layer, and avoid standing around wet while you decide what to do next.
Shared-space etiquette
It goes best when everyone shares space and keeps things moving. Give others room at steps and ladders, keep bags compact in changing areas, and keep voices lower if the mood is quiet.
Kind cautions
If you’re pregnant, heat-sensitive, or managing cardiovascular concerns, keep sessions conservative and skip extreme hot-to-cold swings like long hot tub sessions followed by the ice bath.
FAQs
What are the opening hours?
The operator lists summer opening from 11:00 to 21:00 every day between June and mid-August (for 2025). They also note extra opening hours may be posted on Facebook.
How much does it cost?
The operator’s 2025 price list states 1,800 ISK for adults, 500 ISK for ages 10 to 17, and free for ages 0 to 9.
What facilities are on site?
The operator lists a geothermal pool, hot tubs, an ice bath, and showers.
Do you need to hike to reach it?
No. It is a drive-up bathing site with short on-site walking.
Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, and the operator lists free entry for ages 0 to 9. Keep kids to shorter soak rounds, supervise closely in hot tubs, and plan a warm layer for windy conditions.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
I’m not claiming it. I do not have verified step-free routes or assisted water entry details on the operator’s official page.