Hveravellir sits in the dead center of Iceland’s highlands on the F35 Kjölur route, offering one of the most remote accommodations in the country. The mountain hut provides basic beds, cooking facilities, and most importantly, natural hot springs for a proper soak after grinding through highland gravel. The geothermal area bubbles and steams around the hut, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
Book well ahead — this place fills up fast during summer months. The hut operates June through September only, though the hot springs flow year-round. No fuel here, so top off before leaving the Ring Road. The F35 is generally passable by high-clearance 2WD, but conditions change rapidly.
Highland refuge with natural hot springs
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Melabraut, Blönduós, Húnabyggð 540, Iceland Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Blönduós, Iceland |
| Miles from pavement | 45 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $3,500.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 7 nights |
| Best season | June-September |
| Land manager | Other |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |