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<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Gamla Rif in Helissandi offers family rooms with private bathrooms. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private entrance, and a work desk. Guests enjoy sea, lake, and mountain views. <h2>Outdoor Spaces</h2> The guest house features a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. <h2>Facilities and Services</h2> Private and express check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, indoor play area, and tour desk. <h2>Activities and Attractions</h2> Guests can engage in fishing, skiing, and cycling. Reykjavík Domestic Airport is 202 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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2 single beds | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 2 single beds Bedroom 2 1 large double bed Bedroom 3 2 single beds Bedroom 4 1 single bed Bedroom 5 1 single bed Living room 1 sofa bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michaela
Slovakia
“Self service chech in/out, everything that we needed was there, good place to watch aurora” - Erica
Italy
“The guesthouse has a self-service check-in and out and it was very convenient. The room was small, like most rooms in Iceland, was heated and they provided us towels and sheets. We shared the bathroom with other guests but they were nice and we...” - Franca
Norway
“I had the possibility to make my own breakfast and every meal. With almost all the facilities: microwave, ovnen, waterboling, etc. Clean, warm, nice place inside and outside.” - Nataliia
Belgium
“Great place, easy check-in and check-out. Everything was clean, all the necessary in the kitchen and beyond. Nice shower, cute details like cotton sponges in the bathroom, hairdryer, shower soap and shampoo. What is the most important, is the...” - Anika
Germany
“We really adored the concept of this hostel. ☺️ A big community living space and kitchen access but at the same time very private and comfy bedrooms. It’s perfect if you wanna get in touch with other travelers but still enjoy your privacy. We also...” - Sandra
Sweden
“Very comfortable beds! Well equipped kitchen and good parking!” - Maxime
France
“the location the room was clean and tidy it was quiet” - AAlexander
Austria
“Cozy Livingroom downstairs and very comfortable Bedrooms. At first the Common Room seemed a bit too small for 10 People, but it was plenty of room for everyone.” - Chi
China
“nice location , beautiful town. Well equipped apartment” - Lucie
Czech Republic
“Beautiful, fragrant, cozy, clean and spacious house. Luxuriously equipped kitchen and bathroom. Excellent and rich breakfast. Host really very friendly, hospitable, amazing entertainer and storyteller. The friendliest Icelander we have ever met....”
Host Information
Property information
Language spoken
EnglishProperty surroundings
Facilities of Gamla Rif
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bath or shower
- Shared toilet
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
View
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Room Amenities
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- SkiingOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/check-out
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
General
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- English
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.








