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The Retreat at Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Iceland / Geothermal Lagoon

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon

Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.

Wildist Research Verdict

Est. $1,624/nt(May)

May is the savvy value choice. You get long daylight hours without the full crush of summer tourists.

Based on real-time price & weather data.

60-DAY FORECAST

Prices stable. No immediate rush to book.

Built directly into the 800-year-old lava flow on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The subterranean spa and suites offer private access to the same geothermal waters as the famous lagoon, but without the crowds. You're here to disappear into the steam and silence.

Access

20m Drive

Ideal Stay

2 nights

Insider Tip

Check-in Sunday

Nature Windows

What you’ll see when

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Northern Lights
Private Lagoon
Volcanic Hiking

What you’ll experience by season

Northern Lights

Sep–Mar

Year-round Constants

Private lagoon access, lava canyons, silence.

Seasons

Summer offers 24h daylight for spa time.

Price Patterns

Price by month

Feb Low

$1,215

Feb High

$3,098

$2300
$1840
$1380
$920
$460
$0
Jan Pricing
Typical:$1,626
Best Found:$2,042
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Feb Pricing
Typical:$1,685
Best Found:$1,620
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Mar Pricing
Typical:$1,654
Best Found:$1,620
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Apr Pricing
Typical:$1,620
Best Found:$1,620
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May Pricing
Typical:$1,624
Best Found:$1,620
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Jun Pricing
Typical:$1,972
Best Found:$1,972
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Jul Pricing
Typical:$1,989
Best Found:$1,972
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Aug Pricing
Typical:$2,025
Best Found:$1,972
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Sep Pricing
Typical:$1,972
Best Found:$1,972
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Oct Pricing
Typical:$1,972
Best Found:$1,972
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Nov Pricing
Typical:$1,690
Best Found:$1,690
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Dec Pricing
Typical:$1,838
Best Found:$1,690
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Data Source: Annualized Historical Average

Short-Term Price Risk

Rates Stable

Pricing is broadly flat across the next 60 days, with limited short-term movement.

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SEASONAL PATTERNS

Climate & Weather

Clearest

Dec

70.0% lowest cloud cover

Avg High

0°

Annual average

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Avg High
Jan
High37°
Rain5.74"
Daylight5.7h
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Feb
High38°
Rain6.35"
Daylight8.6h
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Mar
High38°
Rain4.86"
Daylight11.8h
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Apr
High44°
Rain5.77"
Daylight15.1h
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May★ Comfort Pick
High48°
Rain4.56"
Daylight18.4h
M
Jun★ Comfort Pick
High52°
Rain3.96"
Daylight20.6h
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Jul★ Comfort Pick
High56°
Rain3.14"
Daylight19.4h
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Aug★ Comfort Pick
High55°
Rain4.76"
Daylight16.3h
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Sep★ Comfort Pick
High51°
Rain6.83"
Daylight13h
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Oct
High45°
Rain5.96"
Daylight9.8h
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Nov
High41°
Rain5.34"
Daylight6.6h
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Dec
High36°
Rain4.39"
Daylight4.5h
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Most guests find May–Sep the most comfortable for outdoor activity.

Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall

Best Balance

May

Ideal mix of temp & rain

Sweat Index

Jul

56°F High (Peak)

Chill Factor

Jan

29°F Low (Pack layers)

Wettest

Sep

6.8" rain (Peak)

Logistics

Field notes

Getting There

20m from KEF

The ultimate stopover. Located literally in the Blue Lagoon complex, 15 mins from the international airport.

The Playbook

Stable Pricing

Rates are very stable, but Sundays offer a slight edge. Use the private lagoon access to avoid crowds.

Good to Know

Hidden Sanctuary

You are adjacent to the main lagoon, but the Retreat has its own private, silent waters.

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Planning Essentials: The Retreat at Blue Lagoon

Best Time to Visit The Retreat at Blue Lagoon

The best time to visit The Retreat at Blue Lagoon is May through July, when the endless daylight maximizes your time to explore. This is the ideal window for Volcanic Hiking and Private Lagoon.

While these months offer the best weather, they also come with peak rates. For our favorite month to visit (balancing price with weather and activities), see the Wildist Verdict.

What is the weather like at The Retreat at Blue Lagoon?

Temperatures at The Retreat at Blue Lagoon typically range from an average low of 29°F in January to a high of 56°F in July. The wettest month is September, which sees an average of 6.83" of rain.

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Prices by Month

Rates at The Retreat at Blue Lagoon typically range from $1,620 to $2,025. Pricing peaks in August, while April offers the lowest rates.

Average Nightly Rates
  • January $1,626
  • February $1,685
  • March $1,654
  • April $1,620
  • May $1,624
  • June $1,972
  • July $1,989
  • August $2,025
  • September $1,972
  • October $1,972
  • November $1,690
  • December $1,838