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Wellness & Recreation
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Address
Hvammsvegur, 845 Fludir, Iceland
Location
Hvammsvegur, 845 Fludir, Iceland
Official pages rechecked 2 November 2026. Prices and policies are dated observations; unresolved details and booking-specific conditions are qualified below.
Secret Lagoon, locally Gamla Laugin, is a geothermal bathing attraction at Hvammsvegur in Fludir, South Iceland. It is an outdoor pool visit with indoor communal changing and shower facilities. Plan your arrival around the seasonal closing time and read the child-supervision rules separately from the child ticket age band.
Admission and opening hours
| Ticket or rental | Published ISK | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | 4,500 | Ages fifteen and older |
| Child | 260 | Ages fourteen and younger |
| Senior/disability rate | 3,300 | Age 67+ or eligible disability; current identification required |
| Towel rental | 1,200 | Separate from base entry |
| Swimsuit rental | 1,200 | Separate from base entry |
These figures are displayed on the homepage and booking notice. The same current booking page also says ISK 200 for children in a later FAQ paragraph. No per-statement update date establishes which is newer; confirm the actual child charge in checkout. The table quotes the homepage/notice figure, not a resolved tariff.
Admission includes showers, lockers and pool use. Drinks, snacks and towel/swimsuit rental are extra. Using the homepage/notice child figure of ISK 260, two adults with two children would total ISK 9,520 before rentals, or ISK 11,920 if both adults rent towels. These are illustrative calculations using that displayed figure; the child-price conflict means they are not a confirmed family quote.
| Season | Published daily opening |
|---|---|
| October 1-May 31 | 10:00-19:00 |
| June 1-September 30 | 10:00-20:00 |
| December 24 and 31 | 10:00-18:00 |
The homepage gives winter closing at 19:00, while the current booking FAQ also mentions 20:00 during northern-lights season. We have not established which text was updated later. Plan within the earlier seasonal window and confirm the actual closing time; the property prohibits entry when closed.
Booking and visit length
Reservations are strongly recommended and walk-in availability is not guaranteed. Select both date and time carefully. The confirmation can be shown on a phone; printing is not required. Entry is single use, so leaving and returning is not an assumed ticket benefit.
For individual bookings of ten people or fewer through the website, the FAQ says there is no specific stay limit within opening hours. The operator gives an average stay of 1.5-2 hours. That is not a guaranteed minimum visit if you book just before closing. Allow time to check in, shower, change and dry before leaving.
The venue may try to accommodate an early or late arrival but does not guarantee admission outside the booked slot. If the booking is part of an organized tour, follow that provider's stop length and transport instructions; the individual direct-ticket policy does not extend the tour bus's departure time.
Children: ticket age is not independent-entry age
The child ticket band ends at fourteen, while the booking FAQ says children sixteen and younger need an accompanying adult. A fifteen-year-old paying the adult rate should therefore not be assumed eligible to enter alone. The site states a maximum of three children per accompanying adult/parent in its individual-visitor guidance.
Adults remain responsible for supervision. School groups are directed to arrange a group reservation rather than relying on the individual ratio. Confirm the appropriate arrangement for any mixed-age group, disability or additional supervision need before paying.
What the pool facilities actually provide
The booking FAQ describes three pools: the main geothermal pool, a warm paddling pool and a cold pool. A path passes surrounding hot springs and the Little Geysir. Those geothermal features can be near 100 C and are not bathing pools. Keep to the designated bathing areas and paths; a natural hot spring next to an attraction is not an invitation to enter it.
Indoor changing rooms have lockers and keys. Showers are communal and separated for men and women, without private cubicles or a family room according to the FAQ. The terms require washing without swimwear before entry. Visitors who need privacy or assistance should ask the operator what can be arranged rather than arriving expecting a private shower.
The bistro/cafe sells drinks, snacks and light items. The operator specifically says it does not have a kitchen serving hot meals. Do not schedule a full hot dinner here solely because a listing says restaurant. Check the current selection and dietary suitability in advance if necessary.
Arrival and nearby overnight arrangements
Use the exact Hvammsvegur, 845 Fludir address rather than navigating to a different small hot spring with a similar informal name. The operator publishes reception on +354 555 3351 and info@secretlagoon.is. We have not verified a scheduled public transfer, so a pool ticket should be treated separately from your transport booking.
Camping is prohibited on the Secret Lagoon property. The booking FAQ directs campers to Fludir campground, described as 1.5 km away. Adjacent Gardur Stay Inn is separate accommodation; the homepage advertises rooms with pool access during normal opening hours. An accommodation inclusion does not permit entry outside those hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is a towel included?
No. The current homepage lists towel rental at ISK 1,200 and the booking page treats it as an extra.
Are private showers available?
The booking FAQ says communal showers without private cubicles or a family room. Contact the venue about any essential assistance or privacy requirement.
Do children enter free?
The homepage/booking notice displays ISK 260 and the same booking page also displays ISK 200 in an FAQ paragraph. Both are charges, not a verified free-child offer; confirm the operative amount before paying.
Can I stay to see northern lights after closing?
No. Normal closing applies and entry outside business hours is prohibited. No aurora sighting is included or guaranteed.
Conflicting child prices and evening hours: rechecked 2 November 2026
The actual current booking page contains both child prices: its notice says ISK 260 for age 14 and younger, but a later FAQ paragraph says ISK 200. The homepage repeats 260. Repetition supports quoting what those blocks display; it does not prove which sentence was updated later or what checkout will charge. The table above therefore reports the homepage/notice amount, with the conflict explicitly unresolved. Homepage price list and both booking-page statements.
There is a similar evening-planning distinction: the homepage's winter timetable says 19:00 closing, while a general northern-lights FAQ answer says 20:00. No per-statement update date resolves those two live texts. Plan within the earlier published seasonal window and confirm the actual date's closing time; the FAQ must not be used as permission to stay past the confirmed closing. Neither ticket includes a guaranteed aurora encounter or access after hours. Seasonal hours and night-visit FAQ.
The terms explicitly distinguish towels/swimwear as rentals from base admission and require inflatable swim armbands for children eight and younger. That supervision/equipment rule is separate from the child-price age band. Ask about a suitable fit before arrival if you need to borrow or supply armbands. Visitor rules.
Research and sources
Iceland.org independent desk research. Initial source research 1 November 2026; no personal visit or owner endorsement is claimed. Prices, schedules and policies are dated snapshots; your booking confirmation and current operator terms govern.
Map/database provenance: OpenStreetMap, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Factual visitor guidance is independently written from the cited sources.
Visitor-information graphic
Original Iceland.org research graphic, not a venue photograph. No business endorsement is implied. Its facts are also provided here as readable text:
- Place: Gamla Laugin at Hvammsvegur in Fludir. Source.
- Facilities: Outdoor bathing with indoor communal changing and showers. Source.
- Dining: The bistro does not serve hot meals. Source.
Visual credit: original Iceland.org information graphic, prepared from the cited factual sources. No third-party photograph, artwork or logo is used.
Official pages rechecked 2 November 2026. Prices and policies are dated observations; unresolved details and booking-specific conditions are qualified below.
Secret Lagoon, locally Gamla Laugin, is a geothermal bathing attraction at Hvammsvegur in Fludir, South Iceland. It is an outdoor pool visit with indoor communal changing and shower facilities. Plan your arrival around the seasonal closing time and read the child-supervision rules separately from the child ticket age band.
Admission and opening hours
| Ticket or rental | Published ISK | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | 4,500 | Ages fifteen and older |
| Child | 260 | Ages fourteen and younger |
| Senior/disability rate | 3,300 | Age 67+ or eligible disability; current identification required |
| Towel rental | 1,200 | Separate from base entry |
| Swimsuit rental | 1,200 | Separate from base entry |
These figures are displayed on the homepage and booking notice. The same current booking page also says ISK 200 for children in a later FAQ paragraph. No per-statement update date establishes which is newer; confirm the actual child charge in checkout. The table quotes the homepage/notice figure, not a resolved tariff.
Admission includes showers, lockers and pool use. Drinks, snacks and towel/swimsuit rental are extra. Using the homepage/notice child figure of ISK 260, two adults with two children would total ISK 9,520 before rentals, or ISK 11,920 if both adults rent towels. These are illustrative calculations using that displayed figure; the child-price conflict means they are not a confirmed family quote.
| Season | Published daily opening |
|---|---|
| October 1-May 31 | 10:00-19:00 |
| June 1-September 30 | 10:00-20:00 |
| December 24 and 31 | 10:00-18:00 |
The homepage gives winter closing at 19:00, while the current booking FAQ also mentions 20:00 during northern-lights season. We have not established which text was updated later. Plan within the earlier seasonal window and confirm the actual closing time; the property prohibits entry when closed.
Booking and visit length
Reservations are strongly recommended and walk-in availability is not guaranteed. Select both date and time carefully. The confirmation can be shown on a phone; printing is not required. Entry is single use, so leaving and returning is not an assumed ticket benefit.
For individual bookings of ten people or fewer through the website, the FAQ says there is no specific stay limit within opening hours. The operator gives an average stay of 1.5-2 hours. That is not a guaranteed minimum visit if you book just before closing. Allow time to check in, shower, change and dry before leaving.
The venue may try to accommodate an early or late arrival but does not guarantee admission outside the booked slot. If the booking is part of an organized tour, follow that provider's stop length and transport instructions; the individual direct-ticket policy does not extend the tour bus's departure time.
Children: ticket age is not independent-entry age
The child ticket band ends at fourteen, while the booking FAQ says children sixteen and younger need an accompanying adult. A fifteen-year-old paying the adult rate should therefore not be assumed eligible to enter alone. The site states a maximum of three children per accompanying adult/parent in its individual-visitor guidance.
Adults remain responsible for supervision. School groups are directed to arrange a group reservation rather than relying on the individual ratio. Confirm the appropriate arrangement for any mixed-age group, disability or additional supervision need before paying.
What the pool facilities actually provide
The booking FAQ describes three pools: the main geothermal pool, a warm paddling pool and a cold pool. A path passes surrounding hot springs and the Little Geysir. Those geothermal features can be near 100 C and are not bathing pools. Keep to the designated bathing areas and paths; a natural hot spring next to an attraction is not an invitation to enter it.
Indoor changing rooms have lockers and keys. Showers are communal and separated for men and women, without private cubicles or a family room according to the FAQ. The terms require washing without swimwear before entry. Visitors who need privacy or assistance should ask the operator what can be arranged rather than arriving expecting a private shower.
The bistro/cafe sells drinks, snacks and light items. The operator specifically says it does not have a kitchen serving hot meals. Do not schedule a full hot dinner here solely because a listing says restaurant. Check the current selection and dietary suitability in advance if necessary.
Arrival and nearby overnight arrangements
Use the exact Hvammsvegur, 845 Fludir address rather than navigating to a different small hot spring with a similar informal name. The operator publishes reception on +354 555 3351 and info@secretlagoon.is. We have not verified a scheduled public transfer, so a pool ticket should be treated separately from your transport booking.
Camping is prohibited on the Secret Lagoon property. The booking FAQ directs campers to Fludir campground, described as 1.5 km away. Adjacent Gardur Stay Inn is separate accommodation; the homepage advertises rooms with pool access during normal opening hours. An accommodation inclusion does not permit entry outside those hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is a towel included?
No. The current homepage lists towel rental at ISK 1,200 and the booking page treats it as an extra.
Are private showers available?
The booking FAQ says communal showers without private cubicles or a family room. Contact the venue about any essential assistance or privacy requirement.
Do children enter free?
The homepage/booking notice displays ISK 260 and the same booking page also displays ISK 200 in an FAQ paragraph. Both are charges, not a verified free-child offer; confirm the operative amount before paying.
Can I stay to see northern lights after closing?
No. Normal closing applies and entry outside business hours is prohibited. No aurora sighting is included or guaranteed.
Conflicting child prices and evening hours: rechecked 2 November 2026
The actual current booking page contains both child prices: its notice says ISK 260 for age 14 and younger, but a later FAQ paragraph says ISK 200. The homepage repeats 260. Repetition supports quoting what those blocks display; it does not prove which sentence was updated later or what checkout will charge. The table above therefore reports the homepage/notice amount, with the conflict explicitly unresolved. Homepage price list and both booking-page statements.
There is a similar evening-planning distinction: the homepage's winter timetable says 19:00 closing, while a general northern-lights FAQ answer says 20:00. No per-statement update date resolves those two live texts. Plan within the earlier published seasonal window and confirm the actual date's closing time; the FAQ must not be used as permission to stay past the confirmed closing. Neither ticket includes a guaranteed aurora encounter or access after hours. Seasonal hours and night-visit FAQ.
The terms explicitly distinguish towels/swimwear as rentals from base admission and require inflatable swim armbands for children eight and younger. That supervision/equipment rule is separate from the child-price age band. Ask about a suitable fit before arrival if you need to borrow or supply armbands. Visitor rules.
Research and sources
Iceland.org independent desk research. Initial source research 1 November 2026; no personal visit or owner endorsement is claimed. Prices, schedules and policies are dated snapshots; your booking confirmation and current operator terms govern.
Map/database provenance: OpenStreetMap, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Factual visitor guidance is independently written from the cited sources.
Visitor-information graphic
Original Iceland.org research graphic, not a venue photograph. No business endorsement is implied. Its facts are also provided here as readable text:
- Place: Gamla Laugin at Hvammsvegur in Fludir. Source.
- Facilities: Outdoor bathing with indoor communal changing and showers. Source.
- Dining: The bistro does not serve hot meals. Source.
Visual credit: original Iceland.org information graphic, prepared from the cited factual sources. No third-party photograph, artwork or logo is used.
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