8.6
Excellent
262 $
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Guesthouse Galtafell in Reykjavik

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Iceland, Reykjavik, Laufasvegur 46
● Center: 1.1 km
🌞 Beach - 2.3 km
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Rooms and prices

2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
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Apartment
Apartment
Kitchen, wireless internet and private bathroom
Beds:
Kitchen in the room
233 $
Run of House
Run of House
Bed in Dorm
Bed in Dorm
Shared bathroom
Standard room
Standard room
Wireless internet
Standard Double room
Standard Double room
Wireless internet
Beds:
Standard Single room
Standard Single room
Wireless internet and private bathroom
Beds:
1 Bedroom Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartment
Kitchen, wireless internet and private bathroom
Beds:
Kitchen in the room
2 Bedrooms Apartment
2 Bedrooms Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
Single Apartment
Single Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
1 Bedroom Single Apartment
1 Bedroom Single Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
Triple Apartment
3 x
Triple Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
1 Bedroom Triple Apartment
3 x
1 Bedroom Triple Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
Quadruple Apartment
4 x
Quadruple Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
1 Bedroom Quadruple Apartment
4 x
1 Bedroom Quadruple Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Apartment
Double Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
1 Bedroom Double Apartment
1 Bedroom Double Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
2 Bedrooms Double Apartment
2 Bedrooms Double Apartment
Private bathroom
Beds:
Studio
Studio
Kitchen, wireless internet and private bathroom
Kitchen in the room
Single Studio
Single Studio
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Studio
Double Studio
Kitchen, wireless internet and private bathroom
Beds:
Kitchen in the room
Standard Studio
Standard Studio
Private bathroom
Beds:
Single Cottage
Single Cottage
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Cottage
Double Cottage
Private bathroom
Beds:
More rooms

Description

A stay at Guesthouse Galtafell places you in the heart of Reykjavik, within a 10-minute walk of Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur. This guesthouse is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Harpa and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Reykjavik Harbour.

Guest house opened in 1916. In this guest house 9 rooms.

Policies and conditions

  • Child Policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added, but extra beds cannot be added. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Service Animals: Service animals are 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. Check out time: 11:00.
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Ticket assistance
  • Garden
  • All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
  • No elevators
Rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family room
  • Cable TV
  • TV
Services and amenities
  • Safe-deposit box
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Iron
Meals
  • Kettle
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
  • Airport transportation
Languages Spoken
  • English
Tourist services
  • Tour assistance
Parking
  • Free parking nearby
Kids
  • Family/Kid Friendly
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed
Health and Safety Measures
  • Contactless check-in and/or check-out

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 2250 m. It takes 34 minutes To the beach!

Street view

Map

Reviews

Cleanliness
Amenities
Location
Service
02.07.2025 Guest
One of the worst hotels I've ever picked. No reception counter. Tiny room. No amenities at all... Sigh!
10.03.2025 Anonymous
Great place, clean and cozy. Walkable to city center and the church.
30.04.2024 Guest
The garage was converted and it was OK;
The bath water smelled of sulfur, please do not disturb if you mind;
No service, but it was worth the price. Overall, it was OK and worth staying in, and the room rate was cheap.
15.03.2024 Guest
The room is seriously different from the picture, not cost-effective at all, the room is very small! Check out early and no refund! I am speechless
31.10.2023 Guest
Overall is good.
18.10.2023 Guest
No slippers, toothbrush, toothpaste, including shampoo, laundry detergent, shower gel, etc.
Check-out is very convenient, just leave the key in the lock on the door, no need to inform anyone
Staff is not on duty 24 hours a day, and may not be in the hotel, you can contact by phone if necessary; they will come to the room to clean up around 3 pm local time every day
The location is very convenient, no more than 5 minutes walk to the city center, there are souvenir shops, daily necessities stores, restaurants, etc. nearby
28.02.2023 Hilary
Excellent place for a family to stay in Reykjavik! Quirky and fun, owners are very friendly and helpful (we were able to check in early which we very much appreciated) as are their dog and cat :). The location is great as a home base in Reykjavik because it's a quiet street but very short walk to whatever you want to see or visit. As someone from a city in the US, the idea of 'free street parking' strikes fear into my heart because that's usually code for 'good luck, see if you can find any' but we had zero issues finding parking any of the days we were there. Would definitely stay here again: cozy rooms, lovely showers and kitchenette, everything we needed.
13.11.2022 Jack
A really great place to stay whilst staying in Iceland! The staff members were super helpful and attentive, even Fram the dog and JellyBelly the cat! The room was perfect for two of us, the beds were super comfy and room had everything we needed for our 5 nights away! Thank you for a great stay!🌌
19.10.2022 Arthur
Very nice and clean room. Contactless check-in went well and was easy. Comfortable bed and bathroom. The floor in the bathroom was heated and there was a heated towel rack, which was nice. The room was small with very little space beside the bed. There was a radiator next to the bed. I turned it off in the middle of the night as it was getting too hot. In the morning the room was like a sauna, it was so hot. I guess it was coming from the heated bathroom floor? We had to open the window and door to get some fresh air. The shower is nice, but it sprays water everywhere on the floor and toilet, as the tiny wall between the shower and toilet is not sufficient. The tub is quite big to step into. It would’ve been nice to have a handrail, as I was afraid to slip and fall in the slippery tub. WiFi was extremely fast (150+ mbps) and downtown is just a short walk away. Parking was a bit difficult. We had to circle the block a couple of times and ended up parking on the street behind. All and all we loved our stay and highly recommend this place to stay on your visit to Reykjavik.
24.09.2022 Igor
We stayed here on two separate dates. The owner was very kind and helpful. On the first stay we've got a bigger room that we've booked which was great. The rooms are clean. The small room was too small, but i guess it's a standard in Reykjavik.
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Frequently asked questions about Guesthouse Galtafell

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Galtafell?

The cost of living in Guesthouse Galtafell depends on the date, rate, number of guests etc. Enter your dates to see prices.

Is it far from Guesthouse Galtafell to the nearest beach?

It takes 34 minutes to reach to the nearest beach.

Which room categories are available in the Guesthouse Galtafell?

You can book Run of House, Bed in Dorm, Standard room, Standard Double room, Standard Single room, Apartment, 1 Bedroom Apartment, 2 Bedrooms Apartment, Single Apartment, 1 Bedroom Single Apartment, Triple Apartment, 1 Bedroom Triple Apartment, Quadruple Apartment, 1 Bedroom Quadruple Apartment, Double Apartment, 1 Bedroom Double Apartment, 2 Bedrooms Double Apartment, Studio, Single Studio, Double Studio, Standard Studio, Single Cottage, Double Cottage in the hotel. Please check room availability by choosing your dates

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

Check-in at Guesthouse Galtafell is possible from 15:00, check-out is until 11:00.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Galtafell?

No, pets are not allowed at Guesthouse Galtafell.

Does Guesthouse Galtafell provide breakfast?

No, Guesthouse Galtafell doesn't provide breakfast.

How to get from the closest airport to Guesthouse Galtafell?

The closest airport is Reykjavik Domestic Airport, and it is about 21 mins from hotel on foot (1.5 km).

What is the cancellation policy for Guesthouse Galtafell?

The cancellation policy for Guesthouse Galtafell varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

Does Guesthouse Galtafell offer airport transfer services?

No, the Guesthouse Galtafell doesn't offer airport transfer services.

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