Nordurey Guesthouse in Reykjavik
✅ Great central location within walking distance to bus stops and city attractions ✅ Clean rooms with good heating, suitable for short stays ✅ Helpful staff maintaining the shared bathrooms and common areas regularly ✅ On-site kitchen and laundry facilities available for guests ✅ Affordable pricing compared to other Reykjavik accommodations ❌ Rooms are very small and have paper-thin walls causing noise disturbances ❌ Shared bathrooms are limited and can result in long waits during busy periods ❌ Some guests reported mold and high humidity issues in bathrooms and certain rooms ❌ Check-in can be complicated due to lack of on-site reception and reliance on phone instructions ❌ Kitchen area is small relative to the number of guests using it, leading to overcrowding
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Description
Nordurey Guesthouse in Reykjavik offers budget-conscious travelers a 3-star stay with simple accommodations and shared facilities. The guesthouse provides Superior Double rooms, Classic Double rooms, and Classic Double rooms with balconies, all with heating and access to WiFi. While rooms are clean and heated, many guests note the limited space and shared bathrooms, which can lead to waits during busy times. The property has a shared kitchen, laundry services, and a restaurant on-site. Express check-in and check-out services are available, although check-in is self-service with instructions provided upon arrival. The building has a lift and a garden, making it accessible and offering some outdoor space. Parking is available but can be challenging. The guesthouse’s overall rating is 7.7/10, reflecting its affordable price and central location, despite some complaints about noise insulation and mold in certain rooms.
Location
Nordurey Guesthouse is located on Snorrabraut 71 in the Hlidar neighborhood of Reykjavik, approximately 1 km from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). The guesthouse lies about 1.9 km from Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach, offering a natural swimming experience. It is close to the city center and near landmarks such as the local church and the Flybus station, about a 10-minute walk away. Within 254 meters, you’ll find the American-style restaurant 'Kraypatna Kushta,' rated 8/10, known for its casual bar food including gourmet mac & cheese and pulled pork burgers. This location makes it convenient for exploring Reykjavik’s central attractions on foot.
Tips
- Bring earplugs as walls are thin and noise from neighboring rooms and bathrooms can be noticeable.
- Plan your bathroom times to avoid peak usage, since only one bathroom per floor is available.
- If you have heavy luggage, note that there is no luggage storage on site and parking can be difficult.
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 and extra beds cannot be added.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family room
- Smoke Detector
- Flat-screen TV
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Laundry
- Telephone
- Common kitchen
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Next to the beach
- First Aid Kit
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 1930 m. It takes 29 minutes To the beach!
Hotel view
Video: Nordurey Guesthouse - Reykjavík - Iceland
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Reviews
Cons: paper thin walls - I got awaken 2 times due to the noise from a shower that was next to our room. In addition, kitchen is too small compared to the overall amount of guests this site is hosting
I can’t believe Guide to Iceland would book someplace like this, there is no standard at all! Very disappointed
night stay in 2 rooms
Good
- room and bed was clean (mostly) and had good heating.
- bathroom and shared areas are also clean.
- location is great and walkable to bustop 11 and 9
That’s pretty much it.
Bad
- Shaded bathroom in our floor 2 had doors that are stuck and did not lock and they did not fix it when we asked.
- No Wifi. This is not going to work especially with kids
- No connection to TV. When you turn on there is no signal and it’s mostly decorative
- Place looks run down from outside.
- The water from taps smells like rotten eggs must be sulphur dioxide but it’s yucky smell not like other places I have been in Reykjavík so something is off here.
- In room 203 which we stayed for 1 night there was mold or something similar in ceiling corner we did not bother as we were staying for 1 night.( see picture)
- Room 304 where we stayed 2 night was cramped “superior” double bed with sofa. However other rooms in other floor are spacious
- We asked for 1 hour extension to checkout at noon instead of 11 am but they were not able to oblige this basic request
Note: No luggage storage option another family had to book extra night to store luggage however if you are ok lugging you luggage you can take it to BSI terminal by bus and store it for fee
POIs near hotel
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Loved the variety of burgers available.
I had the jack Daniels burger. It was amazing!!! Fries were super yummmmy..
Frequently asked questions about Nordurey Guesthouse
Are the bathrooms private or shared at Nordurey Guesthouse?
Bathrooms are shared on each floor among several rooms. Each bathroom contains a sink, toilet, and shower in the same room.
Does Nordurey Guesthouse have WiFi and laundry facilities?
Yes, the guesthouse provides WiFi and laundry services for guests.
Can I bring pets to Nordurey Guesthouse?
Pets are not allowed at this property.
Is there a restaurant on site at Nordurey Guesthouse?
Yes, the guesthouse has a restaurant available for guests.
How do I check in at Nordurey Guesthouse without a reception desk?
Guests receive check-in instructions by phone prior to arrival. You need to call the hotel to get the door password and collect your room key on your own.
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