Egilsborg Guesthouse in Reykjavik
✅ Free parking and proximity to large supermarkets noted by multiple guests ✅ Helpful and knowledgeable staff praised for detailed trip planning and extra assistance ✅ Rooms described as large by some guests, with comfortable beds ✅ Central location close to the city center and key Reykjavik landmarks ✅ Free bike rental and garden area provide some recreational options ❌ Additional fees for bedding and check-in outside specified hours mentioned frequently ❌ Reports of poor cleanliness and maintenance issues including leaking showers, dirty toilets, and unpleasant smells ❌ Rude or unfriendly behavior from the owner cited in several reviews ❌ Rooms described as very small and cramped, sometimes not fitting the advertised number of guests ❌ Complaints about lack of door cards and security concerns including forced extra charges
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Description
Egilsborg Guesthouse is a modest 2-star accommodation located in Reykjavik, offering a range of room types including single, double, triple, and quadruple rooms as well as beds in dormitories. The guesthouse provides essential services such as free WiFi, heating, laundry, and car hire, along with amenities like a garden and a shared lounge/TV area. Guests can also benefit from free bike rentals and parking on site. While the property features family rooms and meeting facilities, it operates with a focus on basic comfort rather than luxury. The guesthouse has a rating of 7.1 out of 10, with cleanliness, amenities, location, and service each scoring around 6 out of 10 according to guest reviews. Practical features include currency exchange and a tour desk, and outdoor activities nearby include fishing, diving, snorkeling, skiing, and access to a water park. This guesthouse suits travelers looking for budget accommodation close to Reykjavik’s center, but prepare for some extra charges for bedding and check-in timing.
Location
Egilsborg Guesthouse is situated at Þverholt 20 in Reykjavik, roughly 1 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), making it convenient for early arrivals or departures. The Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach lies about 2.3 km away, offering a nearby seaside option for visitors. The guesthouse is close to the city center and local supermarkets, with landmarks such as churches and the harbor reachable within a few minutes’ walk. Its central position allows easy access to Reykjavik’s main market street and urban attractions, though detailed distances to other points of interest are not specified.
Tips
- Be prepared to pay extra fees for bedding and late check-in, as these are not included in the initial price.
- Bring your own towels and toiletries to avoid additional charges.
- If arriving late at night, note that access requires ringing a doorbell and staff presence may be limited, so plan accordingly.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Please contact the hotel for details on their child and extra bed policies.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
- Breakfast: Continental Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00-23:30. Check out time: 09:30-10:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Outdoor furniture
- No elevators
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family room
- Ironing
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Airport transportation
- Car rental
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Bike rental
- Hiking
- Picnic area
- Fishing
- Parking
- Water park
- Fax and copy machine
- Diving
- Cycling
- Snorkelling
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Skiing Off-site
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 2280 m. It takes 34 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
Second, check-in is only available from 4pm to 9pm. Check-in at other times will cost an extra 300 RMB.
Third, the hotel illegally charges more than 100 RMB in taxes per day.
Fourth, the hotel owner has a dog, which is particularly scary.
Fifth, the hotel does not give door cards to the main door or the small door. You need to ring the doorbell for the main door. If you come in in the middle of the night, probably no one will open the door for you. If you lose something at the small door without a door card, you don’t know who stole it.
Sixth, when paying taxes, you can only pay in cash without a card.
Seventh, forced buying and selling. All the above charges are notified after booking the hotel and paying, and the hotel does not refund.
Eighth, the room is for 5 people, and it is too small to accommodate 5 people.
Two days before I left, someone called the police because of illegal charges, hahahaha
The experience doesn’t justify the price.
The experience doesn’t justify the price.
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Frequently asked questions about Egilsborg Guesthouse
What types of rooms are available at Egilsborg Guesthouse?
The guesthouse offers Bed in Dorm, Basic Quadruple room, Basic Double room, Single room, Triple room, Quadruple room, and Double room.
Are pets allowed at the guesthouse?
Pets are not allowed at Egilsborg Guesthouse.
Is breakfast included with the room rate?
Breakfast is continental and not included in the room rate; it must be paid for separately at the property.
What is the check-in policy regarding timing and extra fees?
Check-in is available from 4pm to 9pm. Arrivals outside this window may incur an extra fee.
Does the guesthouse provide free parking and WiFi?
Yes, free parking and WiFi are available at the guesthouse.
