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Guesthouse Galtafell

3.0 star property
City-center guesthouse within walking distance of Hallgrimskirkja

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
VIP Access

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Guesthouse Galtafell offers a warm welcome near Reykjavik Harbour, with an inviting garden and in-room WiFi to keep you connected. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests, who also rave about the walkable location.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $117
includes taxes & fees
$99 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28

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Studio | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Laugavegur - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harpa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

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 Galtafell offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur. Also, Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Danish, Dutch, English, Icelandic

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1916
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ISK 4599 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 12 and 15 costs ISK 2300 (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Guesthouse Galtafell House
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Frequently asked questions

Does Guesthouse Galtafell offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Guesthouse Galtafell does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Guesthouse Galtafell.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Guesthouse Galtafell?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ISK 4599 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Guesthouse Galtafell and nearby?

Guesthouse Galtafell has a garden.

What's the area around Guesthouse Galtafell like?

Guesthouse Galtafell is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 16-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 7 minutes' walk from Hallgrimskirkja. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.

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Guesthouse Galtafell Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely apartment not far from the BSI and also a short walk or scooter journey downtown. Spacious property for two staying a week. Was tidy, practical and would highly recommend
Oliver, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay here. Was close to downtown and had good space in the two bedrooms.
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is helpful
Chinte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location near BSI Terminal (bus station)
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Close walking distance to downtown! Easy street parking! Small but perfect for what we needed for a few days.
Shealyn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant staff, appreciated ability to store our luggage before room ready. Convenient walk with luggage from BSI terminal.
Marsha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very cute!

Small space, but we were here for less than 18 hours! Perfect space for a short stay!! Small kitchen available to use too.
Alexandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Yingfeng, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, great people with great location!!
Anders, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place in a great location with everything we needed! Loved the note on the door for when we arrived. Would definitely come back!!
Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely compact room in a quiet area that is easily walkable to dining and shopping
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended. Very accommodating and close to everything. Definitely going back there.
wilson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Maria, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location; accommodating host.
Eva, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent communication with easy to follow instructions. Thanks for an enjoyable stay!
CAROL, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Host was willing to store luggage as we arrived in the morning. She also got our room ready early. Comfortable bed and main part of town very walkable.
John A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Angelica, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room is much smaller than depicted in the pictures. It’s located next to a noisy street, and the door is extremely difficult to open.
Holly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was good in the apartment. A little dfficult to park, but eventually you find a free one.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice little place

It was very nice to have our own room and bathroom away from the main house. It made it so we could come and go as we pleased which was very important for us to see the Northern lights. There is daily housekeeping so we never had to worry about things getting very dirty. Would definitely go back here if I come back to Iceland.
Alyssa, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Rebecca, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property. the property owner was very helpful.
Shruti, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, clean property, convenient location, fantastic price, and lovely management :)
Molly, 1-night trip