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Freyja Guesthouse & Suites features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Reykjavík. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.7 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach.

Amazing location, clean, good bed and very helpfull people!
Review score
9.3
Superb
682 reviews
Price from
£159.53
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.

A top location guesthouse/hotel in the centre of Reykjavik. Clean, cozy and icelandic hospitality is everywhere!! The beds could have been more comfortable but it is not a major setback. Breakfast was rather basic but enough to keep you going. In spite of the two min points I would still suggest this place.
Review score
8.6
Fabulous
2,066 reviews
Price from
£142.15
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.

Great location with ample parking (on the road). Easy walk to the main town, and a really nice walk to the nearby pond/lake. Lovely shower and the bath was a treat!. A sofa would have been nice, as my girlfriend and I would have liked to have sat down together at the end of each day. But that's trivial. All in all, a great location.
Review score
8.4
Very good
1,646 reviews
Price from
£105.85
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...

It was a very nice place with good people, close to all important things of the city
Review score
8.9
Fabulous
3,180 reviews
Price from
£222.65
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.

Grettir Guesthouse is in a great location near the old town and shopping street. The beds were comfortable and our attic room was a good size and nicely decorated. It is a traditional type corrugated iron house which has been split into two areas to stay in. We stayed in the upper section which had 5 rooms (two of these rooms are upstairs in attic area - which can be tricky if you wanted to access toilet at night). The kitchen / dining area is small, seating only 4 people. The kitchen does not have a stovetop or oven but there is a microwave. The one combined shower/ toilet is shared between all rooms. There is no parking available but you can temporarily park at park of house to remove luggage from car and then park car on street a few blocks away ( out of P paid area) or else pay for parking.
Review score
8.0
Very good
1,259 reviews
Price from
£152.94
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.

There was a decent selection for breakfast. Pretty good location only a nice 10min walk from the centre. Good communication from host. Self service check-in. Although the toilet and shower were shared, there was a sink in our room. Good sized room too, plenty of space.
Review score
8.0
Very good
2,246 reviews
Price from
£101.90
1 night, 2 adults

Offering garden views, Víðines Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Reykjavík, 23 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 23 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

Very clean and the beds are very comfortable. The pillows are extremely comfortable.
Review score
8.1
Very good
1,123 reviews
Price from
£100.19
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
8.0
Very good
254 reviews
Price from
£76.81
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.

Good stuff, i would repeat my stay.
Review score
8.3
Very good
371 reviews
Price from
£92.48
1 night, 2 adults

Audur Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 2.3 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
8.2
Very good
186 reviews
Price from
£146.43
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 2,246 reviews

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

    Guest review
    Very beautiful and clean place with the great value!
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 2,066 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Great location next to the church, excellent breakfast.
  • Review score
    7.7
    Good · 1,715 reviews

    Centrally located, Guesthouse Andrea is just a 10-minutes’ walk from the city centre of Reykjavík. The self-catering accommodations offer free high-speed internet access and free parking.

    Guest review
    Very good and easy access location. Breakfast was good
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    Review score
    7.9
    Good · 1,552 reviews

    This guest house offers free Wi-Fi and parking, plus a communal lounge and terrace. Reykjavík Domestic Airport and BSÍ Bus Terminal are within 3 minutes’ drive.

    Guest review
    very good and tasty breakfast - especially pancakes :)
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 211 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Úlfarsfellsvegur 20, 113 Rvk Birkihlid features accommodation with patio, around 12 km from The Pearl.

    Guest review
    Cute dog Authentic homestay Unbeatable price-value
  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 12 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Studio apartment in central Reykjavik is situated in Reykjavík near Hallgrímskirkja Church, The Pearl and Solfar Sun Voyager.

    Guest review
    Very knowledgeable host.very clean and comfortable apartment
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 86 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Casa Dísa - Dreams, A Boutique Guesthouse in Reykjavik City`s Central Park and Botanical Garden in Laugardalur, Hot-Spring-Valley is set in Reykjavík, 4.5 km from...

    Guest review
    Very nice and friendly owner Dísa,I definitely want come back again 👍🏻
  • Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 479 reviews

    A recently renovated property, NN Urban Guesthouse is located in Reykjavík near Solfar Sun Voyager, Hallgrímskirkja Church and The Pearl.

    Guest review
    Location, cleanliness, ease, comfort. It has it all!

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    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 1,123 reviews

    Offering garden views, Víðines Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Reykjavík, 23 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 23 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

    Guest review
    great check-in experience, clean and easy to get to
  • Review score
    7.1
    Good · 367 reviews

    In a prime location in the Reykjavík South-East district of Reykjavík, Reykjavik Peace Center Guesthouse is set 8.8 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 9.3 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 46 km from Blue...

    Guest review
    location, staff, room size and lounge area and kitchen was good.
  • Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 254 reviews

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

    Guest review
    location, near northern lighthouse and facilities.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 371 reviews

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

    Guest review
    very helpful host, nice location, very comfortable
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 42 reviews

    Located just 8.9 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, Relax provides accommodation in Reykjavík with access to a terrace, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Guest review
    The owner is so friendly and even shared tips for us to see the northern lights, and we were able to see it thanks to him.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    7.1
    Good · 524 reviews

    Situated in Reykjavík, near Solfar Sun Voyager, Hallgrímskirkja Church and The Pearl, REK Inn has a shared lounge. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge.

    Guest review
    The room was clean and the shared area / kitchen was comfortable.
  • Central Stylish Rooms in Reykjavik, a property with a garden, is situated in Reykjavík, 1.9 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 2.9 km from Solfar Sun Voyager, as well as 3.6 km from The Pearl.

  • Review score
    7.0
    Good · 1 review

    Offering mountain views, Private room with views to the mountains is an accommodation located in Reykjavík, 4.2 km from The Pearl and 4.6 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

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  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 682 reviews

    Freyja Guesthouse & Suites features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Reykjavík. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.7 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach.

    Guest review
    Nice place, friendly staff, very close to old town
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 3,180 reviews

    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...

    Guest review
    The communication and helpfulness. the central location, parking,
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,646 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Good location, you can go anywhere on foot . Friendly staff
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 341 reviews

    Heart House Guesthouse is located in the Reykjavík 101 district of Reykjavík, 1.1 km from Solfar Sun Voyager, 3.8 km from The Pearl and 49 km from Blue Lagoon.

    Guest review
    Perfect location, clean and comfortable, wonderful host!
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 186 reviews

    Audur Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 2.3 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 700 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 1.4 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

    Guest review
    Position not far from city centre & shared kitchen
  • Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 1,259 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Everything was great. Very cozy stay in terrible weather.
  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 236 reviews

    Featuring quiet street views, Lækur Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 2.1 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 2.9 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

    Guest review
    clean room comfortable bed . well equipped kitchen
  • Central location
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 2,157 reviews

    This budget hotel is 100 metres from Reykjavik's BSI Bus Terminal, the arrival/departure point for Keflavík International Airport buses. It offers free WiFi and parking.

    Guest review
    Clean, comfortable and close to Reykjavik domestic airport
  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 3,867 reviews

    Guesthouse Pavi is located in Reykjavik, only 50 metres from Laugavegur street. It offers free parking and flexible accommodation for different needs and budgets. All rooms have free Wi-Fi access.

    Guest review
    It was clean, easy to access and had comfortable beds
  • Central location
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 7 reviews

    Featuring garden views and a garden, Room for share is situated in the Reykjavík South-East district of Reykjavík, 6.4 km from The Pearl and 8.8 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

  • Review score
    7.6
    Good · 1,586 reviews

    Ideally situated in Reykjavík, Baldursbrá Guesthouse Laufásvegur provides express check-in and check-out and parking on-site.

    Guest review
    Very cozy and central. Easy access and no hassle at all.
  • Review score
    7.6
    Good · 2,849 reviews

    This family-run guest house, 500 metres from Reykjavik Bus Terminal, is a 45-minute bus ride from Keflavik International Airport.

    Guest review
    Great location, close to everything. Very friendly owner
  • Review score
    7.4
    Good · 502 reviews

    Reykjavík Central Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 700 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 1.4 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 1.2 km from The Pearl.

    Guest review
    Great location, warm rooms and exactly what I expected.
  • Review score
    7.2
    Good · 285 reviews

    Set in Reykjavík, 2.4 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Nordurey Guesthouse offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Close to the city centre, kitchen available, clean room.
  • Review score
    6.2
    Pleasant · 4 reviews

    Rooms for share, a property with a garden, is situated in Reykjavík, 8.8 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 8.8 km from Solfar Sun Voyager, as well as 46 km from Blue Lagoon.

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  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 19 reviews
    The studio is beautiful. Very clean and comfortable and is equipped with all the necessary items. There are even horses that can be seen from the window :) Lovely host!
    Guest review by
    Justyna
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 1,108 reviews
    Great hostel! Rooms were spacious and had everything you need for a short stay. Seemed like it was converted student dorms so it has a nice communal vibe.
    Guest review by
    Ayesha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £109.10
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 3,361 reviews
    Lovely hostel, nice rooms, clean bathrooms and friendly host. Slept like a baby! Would definetely recommend!
    Guest review by
    Kurt
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 47 reviews
    Paul was a great host. We had beers waiting in the fridge and the place had everything even washing machine.
    Guest review by
    emilie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £97.62
    Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 1,810 reviews
    A friendly welcome. Clean but small room. Great beds. Our lovely hosts were very accommodating and generously offered us a complimentary breakfast, even though we hadn't ordered it.
    Guest review by
    ElizabethW
    Young couple
  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 2 reviews
    Super comfortable apartment. I felt myself at home. Thank you ver much for the coffee what you provided to me. You are a great host.☺️
    Guest review by
    Márta
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £94.20
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 3,180 reviews
    Room was new and stocked up with all amenities good for a home stay. It was excellent.
    Guest review by
    Aw
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £135.11
    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,646 reviews
    The guesthouse is very strategically close both to the city centre and the bus terminal (from which the buses to the airport depart directly, with no need to book for the drop off/ pick up service), but at the same is in a quiet and very green residential area. The room is small (but it was clear from the pictures posted, so no surprises there) but very clean and comfortable. Thorey was a great host and ready to help when I called her before arriving, and left very specific instructions for us regarding our stay. Lovely dog too!
    Guest review by
    Daniela
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £184.97
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 1,238 reviews
    amazing location, close to everything, loved my own private home for a few days.
    Guest review by
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £122.03
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 980 reviews
    A super nice and clean double room with feeling like living in private home. Great location, shared, but good, equipped kitchen.
    Guest review by
    Arnis
    Young couple

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