A Gorgeous New Lagoon Opening in Iceland's Golden Circle-With a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views

"From a hot spring, swim-up bar, on-site spa, and relaxing areas of lounging or sitting, the Laugarás Lagoon says it offers tranquility and peace with tons of areas for relaxation. "Bathe among a breathtaking landscape. Nestled among the mountains and overlooking the Hvítá River, the exquisite two-story lagoon envelopes guests in its warm geothermal water, perfectly balanced with the landscape," the website shares."

"The new Lagoon is accompanied by a restaurant which can accommodate over 80 diners, that has an Icelandic-themed menu curated from locally sourced ingredients under the helm of chef Gísli Matt. "This is cooking rooted in tradition but shaped by modern techniques, with many dishes prepared over open fire. Every element focuses on sustainability: fermentation and preservation minimize waste while supporting nearby farmers and producers in a circular food system that respects the land," the company told Travel + Leisure in a press release."

"While there is no official open date set, a spokesperson for the Lagoon shared a target date of midsummer, and travelers can make reservations starting Aug. 15. The new lagoon will have packages ranging from ISK 6,900 (approximately $56.34) to ISK 15,900 (or approximately $130.39)."

Laugarás Lagoon is a new geothermal wellness venue opening this summer in southern Iceland about an hour from Reykjavík on the Golden Circle. The facility features a cascading waterfall lagoon, hot spring, swim-up bar, on-site spa, and extensive lounging areas for relaxation. The two-story lagoon sits among mountains overlooking the Hvítá River and uses warm geothermal water balanced with the landscape. An on-site restaurant for over 80 diners offers an Icelandic-themed menu by chef Gísli Matt emphasizing local ingredients, open-fire techniques, fermentation, preservation, and sustainability. Reservations begin Aug. 15 with package prices from ISK 6,900 to ISK 15,900.

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