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<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</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 126 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Katie
United States
“Check in process went smoothly, bed was comfortable. Location was convenient for national park and hostel was located in a very small peaceful town. Our room had partial view of the coast. We didn’t have any issues with noise. We didn’t have any...” - Taylor
United States
“Excellent location. Ample parking. Great views. Quick communication from the host. The rooms were gorgeous! Looks as if everything was updated recently. Shower is amazing and has good hot water!” - Animesh
United States
“Good communication. The location can't be better. Clean, tastefully decorated. Utensils and coffee/tea etc in kitchen. Comfortable bed. Warm.” - Kathleen
United States
“The location was exceptional, being close to the National Park. Breakfast was good and got us out the door at a reasonable time. Being on the coast was terrific.” - Andrew
Canada
“Peaceful and restful place, really cozy with everything available!” - Sandra
United States
“Nice room accommodations, helpful staff by messenger, nice kitchen with plenty of supplies” - Nellie
United States
“In LOVE Gamla Rif. I've stayed here twice, and both times extended my stay. It's always peaceful, well appointed, reasonably priced, and the management– while not site– is super responsive. Very happy and will definitely return.” - Leandra
United States
“Great location, fully equipped shared kitchen and reasonably clean shared restrooms. Only one shower upstairs but never had to wait too long. Room was on the small side but bed very comfy.” - Yaling
United States
“lovely small, cozy place, good value, didn’t see owner” - Steve
United States
“Located on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, this is a nice little guesthouse in easy shot of some major sites to visit. There's a very comfy common area, a nicely stocked kitchen, and a comfy beds. It's clean and cozy. Our host was very helpful, and we...”
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Amenities of Gamla Rif
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Shared toilet
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- 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
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- SkiingOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/out
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.








