2 Best Sights in East Iceland and the Eastfjords, Iceland

A year-round haven on the edge of the eastern Highlands, complete with a hot spring spa and a restored barn dedicated to night-sky viewing, the Wilderness Center is a destination for the more determined explorer looking for an old-fashioned, authentic Icelandic experience. Services include unique accommodation and bespoke horseback riding and hiking tours, plus mountain bike rentals. The main draw of the center, however, is the award-winning exhibition on forces of nature and Iceland’s fascinating folklore.

You don’t have to be a guest at the Lake Hotel to enjoy the lovely Baðhúsið Spa. Located on the ground floor with a view of the lake, Baðhúsið has an indoor hot tub, sauna, and cold pool, plus relaxation areas indoors and outside.