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Located on Álftanes peninsula, this guest house offers cottage-style rooms with free WiFi , driftwood furniture and a flat-screen TV. Reykjavík city centre is 14 km away.

Amazing location, the view is incredible and elevated the whole journey for us. We felt safe as standard lovely people were around and a sweet black-white cat. Great sleep, memorable spot.
Review score
Fabulous
1,512 reviews
Price from
£129.97
1 night, 2 adults

Freyja Guesthouse & Suites features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Reykjavík. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.6 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach.

Very nice and helpful staff. Perfect localization
Review score
Superb
682 reviews
Price from
£189.82
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in Reykjavik’s old city centre, this family-run property is across the street from Hallgrim’s Church. It offers a communal kitchen, as well as modern and fresh rooms with wooden furnishings.

Easy self check-in, spotless room and very clean bathroom. Functional room with no frills, but perfect for night´s stay before heading to the airport. And right next to Hallgrimskirkja (actually saw it from my bed ;-) plus onsite parking. Got a got last minute deal, so pricewise okay, too. Would stay again!
Review score
Fabulous
2,035 reviews
Price from
£142.79
1 night, 2 adults

Set in a building dating back to 1916, this Reykjavík guest house is within 5 minutes’ walk of the popular Laugavegur shopping street. Both WiFi and private, on-site parking are free.

They were very helpful in sorting an early arrival out and enjoyed the little welcome chocolate. It's also a good location, quiet but not too far from the centre and bus terminal.
Review score
Very good
1,641 reviews
Price from
£111.04
1 night, 2 adults

Eric the Red is a perfectly located Guest House in Reykjavik just 60m/200ft from Hallgrímskirkja Church which is the biggest church and single most central point in Reykjavik, we are in short walking...

The accommodation is run by two very nice brothers (and their lovely dog), thank you very much for your kindness and good conversation over the coffee in the mornings The house is in the city center, beside the Hallgrimskirkja. Big room with a comfortable bed. Everything was very clean. 100% recommendable
Review score
Fabulous
3,180 reviews
Price from
£222.31
1 night, 2 adults

Just off the Laugavegur shopping street, Grettir Guesthouse features self-service check-in. This property is a 5-minute walk from Hallgrimskirkja Church. Free WiFi is available.

Exquisite location.
Review score
Very good
1,258 reviews
Price from
£148.98
1 night, 2 adults

Located in the calm Thingholt neighbourhood, this family-owned guest house is in Reykjavik is just 450 metres from the shopping Laugavegur Street.

Perfect location Breakfast
Review score
Very good
2,258 reviews
Price from
£97.48
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in Reykjavík, 5.4 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, Grótta Northern Lights - Apartment & Rooms offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a garden.

We had tried the "Blue House" at the beginning of our travel, which also belongs to the host, so we suspected what awaited us. Place a little less warm than the Blue House but very good to spend a night. Well located enough to relax at the city's Sky Lagoon. Thank you very much ! Justine & Paul
Review score
Very good
257 reviews
Price from
£76.70
1 night, 2 adults

A good location for a hassle-free getaway in Reykjavík, Ubak Guesthouse is a guest house surrounded by views of the garden.

Literally everything was perfect, I can't come up with a single bad thing. I'm certain I'll be going back to Iceland someday, when that time comes I'll be going back to this lovely family's guesthouse.
Review score
Very good
370 reviews
Price from
£92.35
1 night, 2 adults

Audur Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 2.1 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 700 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 1.4 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

They were refurbishing the house and booked for us a very good hotel in Reykjavik city centre with good breakfast included
Review score
Very good
193 reviews
Price from
£146.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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  • Avg. price/night: £105.60
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    Fabulous · 1,513 reviews
    Nice location, quiet and near the ocean. Nice decoration. Great time in the sauna and hot tube. All issues were solved quickly.
    Guest review by
    roxana
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 285 reviews
    Fantastic host and breakfast (enough for later in the day). Great location to get on the road to see the sights or taxi into Reykjavik. Saw the Northern Lights from the picturesque backyard.
    Guest review by
    Jack
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £105.60
    Review score
    Fabulous · 1,513 reviews
    We decided to stay a couple extra nights in Iceland to rest up before traveling home and booked Hlid Fisherman’s village because it is secluded and quiet. It was obviously a labor of love for someone, and it shows. It is a really quaint setup and very private, but we were close enough to drive to restaurants and shopping.
    Guest review by
    MICHAEL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £105.60
    Review score
    Fabulous · 1,513 reviews
    The location was amazing, the accommodation was quirky and quaint. Great location to see the northern lights. Basic but very clean.
    Guest review by
    Lisa HOLDEN
    Young couple
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 285 reviews
    Studio Apartment at Guesthouse Eyvindarholt, 225 Álftanes, near Reykjavik – in the foreground it looks towards the attractive Bessastadir, State Government Office where the President lives, Reykjavik is in the distance (20 minutes by car). The apartment is very well equipped and only missing 3 of my 16 criteria – a desk with a suitable chair and a freezer section in the fridge. Breakfast is included and consists of orange juice, yogurt, egg, fresh bread and jam, cheeses, cold meats, apple or other fruit, a slice of cake. A delightful host.
    Guest review by
    Serious Traveller
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £105.60
    Review score
    Fabulous · 1,513 reviews
    Isolated place with a nice view on the sea, charming old style village A car is needed (though there is a bus stop not too far), it is far from any shop or other activity than enjoying quietness, nature and jacuzzi
    Guest review by
    Emmanuel
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 285 reviews
    A great host, great location, great accommodation and facilities! Hot tub would be the only possible improvement but without doubt will return. Amazing breakfast all made freshly with fantastic choice.
    Guest review by
    Kim
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    Superb · 75 reviews
    Everything from A to Z. Stunning view and quiet location Hosts helpful and kind. Not intrusive. A lot of utensils in the kitchen. The hot tub.
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £105.60
    Review score
    Fabulous · 1,513 reviews
    Wonderful stay in a great location, comfortable room and bedding. Staff was friendly and helpful, hot tub a great addition after a long day. Perfect for northern lights viewing, due to location in a quieter area yet still well connected with Reykjavik.
    Guest review by
    Petri Maaninen
    Young couple
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    Exceptional · 285 reviews
    What a gorgeous guesthouse! Everything was so clean and the host was so so friendly and welcoming. All of the little touches of decor really made the studio apartment welcoming and a great comfort after Afew days of hiking and being constantly on the go. The host even cooked us a beautiful breakfast each morning and delivered it to our door. Would highly recommend for those wanting to do abit around Reykjavik or flying out from Keflavik.
    Guest review by
    Zahra
    Young couple