Accessible hot springs in Iceland

Warm water is for everyone, and many of Iceland's lagoons and public pools are designed with good access in mind. With a little planning you can find places with step free entry, pool lifts and accessible changing facilities. Here is a guide to soaking comfortably, whatever your mobility needs.

The well equipped lagoons

The larger, modern lagoons tend to have the best facilities. Sky Lagoon and the Blue Lagoon both offer accessible entry options, lifts or ramps, and accessible changing rooms. In the east, the certified pools of Vök Baths are sleek and thoughtfully laid out, and Forest Lagoon in the north is modern and welcoming.

Public pools are a strong choice

Iceland's geothermal swimming pools are often very accessible, with pool lifts, gentle steps and helpful staff. The large Laugardalslaug in Reykjavik is a good example. These pools are also affordable and full of locals, so they make a relaxed, low pressure place to soak.

Planning ahead

• Call or email first. Facilities vary, so confirm lifts and accessible changing before you visit.
• Choose built up lagoons over wild natural springs, which rarely have any infrastructure.
• Visit at quieter times for more space and a calmer pace, the shoulder seasons help.
• Ask about assistance. Staff at the larger sites are used to helping and happy to.

Iceland's warm water belongs to everyone, and the best lagoons are built so more people can share it.

New to Icelandic bathing? Read your first Icelandic bath, or browse the best hot springs in Iceland.