The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland is a hotel destination wedding venue in Grindavík, Iceland, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Keflavík International Airport (KEF), 45 minutes. Best months: April, June, August, September.
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
Hosting your wedding at The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland means securing a venue where geothermal hot springs are part of your celebration landscape, a 38-degree-Celsius advantage most destinations can't claim.
About The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
Hosting your wedding at The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland means securing a venue where geothermal hot springs are part of your celebration landscape, a 38-degree-Celsius advantage most destinations can't claim.
This hotel sits directly on Iceland's most visited natural attraction, giving guests built-in activities before and after ceremonies.
You'll manage logistics from one location rather than coordinating travel between ceremony, reception, and accommodation.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
This hotel is dreamy. The rooms are spectacular and the service is even better. The spa is beautiful and the private lagoon is also very convenient and nice. Aside from that, the food is not great.
Amber Porter · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- KEF, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on the grounds of Blue Lagoon Iceland, hosting approximately 700,000 annual visitors
- All 62 rooms feature private heated infinity pools with lagoon views
- Geothermal spa access included for wedding guests; water temperature maintained at 38°C year-round
- Google rating of 4.6/5 across 8,200+ reviews
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 3:00 PMGuest arrivals; check-in and Blue Lagoon spa access
- 7:00 PMWelcome dinner in Retreat restaurant with lagoon views
- 10:00 AMMorning lagoon soak and spa treatments for wedding party
- 2:00 PMCeremony on lagoon terrace or indoor venue
- 4:00 PMReception dinner and cocktails
- 10:00 AMGuest departure or optional extended stay
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- KEF · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Keflavík International Airport.
- Typical total
- $25,000-65,000Aisle estimate
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$25,000-65,000 for 50 guests, 2-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500-3,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $180-320 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- $600-1,200 a nightAisle estimate
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$600-1,200 per room
- Weather window
- August – September
The months the weather is kindest, with April and June mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 420 8700
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season (winter rates 20-30% lower than summer). Blue Lagoon access and geothermal amenities included in room rates. Reception catering handled through on-site restaurant partners. Ceremony fees cover setup and coordination only; decorations and florals are additional.
Questions about the venue
Can wedding guests use the Blue Lagoon during their stay?+
Yes. All Retreat guests receive complimentary access to Blue Lagoon Iceland with room bookings, plus priority booking windows and exclusive access to Retreat areas of the lagoon.
What's the weather like for an Iceland wedding?+
Summer (June-August) offers 20+ daylight hours and temperatures around 13-15°C. Winter (November-February) provides Northern Lights viewing but only 4-5 hours of daylight and temperatures near freezing. The lagoon remains warm year-round.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The Retreat can host between 20-150 guests depending on ceremony and reception layout preferences. Custom configurations are available.
Are there ceremony location options?+
Yes. Ceremonies can be held in indoor event spaces, outdoor terraces overlooking the lagoon, or on specially designated lagoon platforms depending on season and guest count.
What's included in room bookings?+
All 62 rooms include private heated infinity pools, Blue Lagoon access, Silica mud masks, and access to the Retreat's geothermal facilities.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.