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Guesthouse Galtafell

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Reykjavik, a short walk to Hallgrimskirkja
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Front of property
Property entrance
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik, 101
  • Reykjavik Free Church
    5 min walk
  • Reykjavik Pond
    6 min walk
  • Hallgrimskirkja
    7 min walk
  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    3 min drive

Room options

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Reykjavik

Guesthouse Galtafell puts you in the heart of Reykjavik, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Reykjavik guest house, attractions include Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa.
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What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 7 min walk
  • Laugavegur - 8 min walk
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk
  • Harpa - 13 min walk
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Loki - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavík Roasters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavik Street Food - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ROK - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Messinn - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse in Reykjavik, a short walk to Hallgrimskirkja
As a guest of Guesthouse Galtafell, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 3-star Reykjavik guest house is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1916
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Guesthouse Galtafell offers 8 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Reykjavik guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

Danish, Dutch, English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1916
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 4599 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ISK 2300 (one-way), (from 12 to 15 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Galtafell
Galtafell Guesthouse
Guesthouse Galtafell
Guesthouse Galtafell House
Guesthouse Galtafell House Reykjavik
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Galtafell Reykjavik
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Guesthouse Galtafell offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Galtafell?

As of 5 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Galtafell on 13 Nov 2024 start from AU$243.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Guesthouse Galtafell?

The closest beach to Guesthouse Galtafell is Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach (2.3 km).

Does Guesthouse Galtafell serve breakfast?

Sure does, breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Guesthouse Galtafell?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Galtafell?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Guesthouse Galtafell Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 422 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guesthouse was lovely. The room was spacious and the location perfect-walkable to shops, restaurants and museums. Our host was very friendly and helpful. We would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place in a great location with everything we needed! Loved the note on the door for when we arrived. Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shruti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. the property owner was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again! Super clean, quiet, peaceful. Slept like a baby. Right near the main downtown area and near a beautiful park if you like to go for walks or exercise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean
The apartment was perfect for our family. It was very comfortable, had everything we needed and was very clean. 10 minute walk to downtown. We had a small refrigerator, sink, microwave and coffee maker in our room, which made breakfast really easy. I enjoyed the blackout curtains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location, B&B style guesthouse
Absolutely perfect location for travelers who will rely on Flybus from Reykjavik to main bus terminal. Easy 10 min walk from there, similar distance to heart of Reykjavik. Quiet at night. Some rooms are small and sparse in the converted garage, others are in main guesthouse building with more traditional furnishings. Easy arrived and departure and kind staff. Location is a 11/10 though for travelers on a modest budget using Flybus transfer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa A.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely apartment & great location
Very good Guesthouse with first class service from the Manager, Thorey. Spotlessly clean, recently refurbished and very comfortable apartment. A few minor points resolved very speedily. Brilliant location for Reykjavik centre, famous Hallgrimskirkja Church and the BSI Bus station to Keflavik Airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time in Reykjavik and our host at this property was so communicative! Great location very close to the main town and church but out enough that it was easy to find parking. Lots of food options less than 10 minutes away!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely compact room in a quiet area that is easily walkable to dining and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostess, Thorey is a jewel. very helpful getting us tickets for the ferry to Westman and everything else about our stay. There were some renovations going on to the outside walls near to our room, but other than that, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yingfeng

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a very nice neighborhood within walking distance to all the attractions. Family room was very spacious and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Traci

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable
Very comfortable apartment , perfect for a family. Easy self checkin with clear instructions provided. Good location, easy walk to city centre
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffery, San Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and location. No onsite reception, but communication was good. Would give 5 stars if TV worked and housekeeping made the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was nice and clean with a convenient in room bathroom with a great shower. The location is perfect for walking to all the major restaurant and shopping areas.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a Galtafell apartment for four days (Mar 1-4). Thorey, our host, was kind and responsive. The apartment was not large, but had all we needed - two bedrooms (can arrange 4 twin beds how you want), one bathroom, small kitchen, plus a small dining area. There is no oven, but we were fine with the small stove and provided pans. The beds were very comfortable, which we appreciated after long days exploring the beautiful country of Iceland. The location was great, as well. You can easily walk into the center of Reykjavik or up to Hallgrimskirkja (huge church). All in all, the four of us (all adults) enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice place easy access to everything around. Walkable to everywhere. Lovely people
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yaritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All Flights cancelled. Galtafell to the rescue!
We had a layover in Keflavík on our way home from elsewhere. High wind speeds delayed and eventually cancelled all flights. Cue hundreds of passengers from multiple flights scrambling to book hotels at the same time. After lots of “sold out” on every website I eventually found Galtafell and am so glad we stayed there. Super clean and comfortable, and a short walk from everything so we were able to enjoy some time enjoying the city on this unplanned stay. When we have a proper trip to Iceland again we would definitely stay there. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024