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Reviews of Gamla Rif

HÃarif 37, 360 Snæfellsbær, Iceland

#5 of 6 hotels in Snæfellsbær

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 144 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    7.6

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: October 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The floor of our room was a bit dirty and dusty. The doors of the shower didn’t close well, fortunately we didn’t wet the floor. In addition, there weren’t many places where to put towels, bathrobes and clothes since there was no wardrobe.

    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 didn’t have any problem. The bathroom was quite big. We stayed there one night and overall it was a nice experience. From the window of our room we were able to see the northern lights!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I missed an espresso making machine

    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.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2024

    8.0
    Good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    kitchen could have been better appointed.

    Location, easy to find.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2024

    7.0
    overall a good stay with a good sized room and bathroom
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    stairs were too steep to go up with luggage and kitchen was not very clean

    room had real good comfortable beds with nice white bedding and a view of the sea.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2024

    8.0
    Quiet area, location close to national park, comfortable bed- met our expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room we had (on main floor) was quite cramped- only space for 2 beds and a small set of drawers we could put 1 suitcase on. Rest of our things had to be on the floor and we had to carefully navigate the room. One shower and 2 toilets between 5 rooms could be problematic in some situations. We didn’t have a problem accessing the toilet on our floor and we chose to shower midday so didn’t have any competition. Nearest restaurants are 10 min away. this was clear on the website- not a surprise- but would have been nice to have something in town.

    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 issues with availability of bathrooms.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2024

    7.0
    Far west snaefellsnes place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Steep stairs could be a challenge for upstairs rooms. Only #1 is on ground floor.

    Location was good, bed was comfortable. It was warm. Close to restaurants in Ólafsvík.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one shower for all guests.

    Ocean view

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place could have been cleaner and one kitchen and one shower is insufficient when the house is full. We had to wait quite a long time for our turn to cook

    Great location and great view from room n 5. This room was quite spacious. The house seems well maintained. The village is charming.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I lost my teaspoon in the kitchen :-(

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2023

    9.0
    good place to stay to visit the snaefellsnes peninsula
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the floor was not clean in the dining room and kitchen

    the location the room was clean and tidy it was quiet

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2023

    8.0
    Old house in a super quite area
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quite area

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 27, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    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.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 10, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room 1 on first floor , whenever people in the upstairs room walk , it generate harsh noise , had to cope it. Might be problem to sleep at night

    nice location , beautiful town. Well equipped apartment

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one shower for 5 rooms.

    It’s a very quiet location. Big kitchen and living room area. Beds were comfy

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can be very noisy depending on how room neighbours close there doors. I believe 5 rooms to one bathroom

    Location, Clean Comfy bed

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice and small room, clean. Shared bathroom was ok. Shared kitchen is well furnished. Quite place.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    7.0
    Lovely sunny room with a views of the sea and the snow capped mountains.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs are very steep - for an ‘old chook’ - go slowly and hang onto the rail. Or ask for a downstairs room 🙂 There is a sign warning you that they are steep. End of the lock knob in the bathroom was missing, I thought I’d locked myself in but I managed to turn it. Only one very soft pillow.

    Lock box check in is great. Very tidy and clean and comfortable beds. Downstairs is a shared well equipped kitchen and a comfortable lounge/dining room. Outside tables and seats with a mountain view. Shared bathroom was clean and the shower was good but don’t turn the cold tap the wrong way or the top shower head comes on and you get a cold surprise!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kitchen needs a bit updating.

    OK for one night stay.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    9.0
    Really nice place to stay in a cozy fashion!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no cold water in the kitchen

    Peaceful and restful place, really cozy with everything available!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2023

    9.0
    Quiet secluded stay in historic building
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bring food as it’s several kilometres to nearest store or cafe.

    Such a quiet spot in the middle of the tern colony. We stayed in a spacious twin room right next to the bathroom. Lovely modern powerful shower. Like staying in someone’s home - very comfy lounge area and kitchen had everything - full cooker/oven, microwave, fridges, coffee percolator, kettle. Keys by key safe so easy self check in.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location and price was great, we got a nice last minute offer.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    9.0
    Cute farmhouse with great views of the ocean
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are five rooms in total and only one shower and two toilets. For us it was fine as we got in late and left later than other travellers but could cause a congestion issue for others.

    This old farmhouse was very cozy, clean and homey. There is a large dining and lounge area to hang out and a well equipped kitchen a high is clean and well maintained. There is a coffee maker, and lots of condiments to use. The beds are comfortable, and temperature inside is really good. Check in process was easy. There was no need to communicate with the host during our stay, and we only met someone briefly upon check out when they came to change the sheets.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent one for this price range

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2023

    7.0
    Interesting historical house but felt dirty and impractical
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one shower for the whole building! All rooms were booked when we stayed and it was frustrating having to wait so long for a shower in the morning. Doesn’t make sense to have 1 shower for a house with 10 people in it. Also didn’t feel like the rooms were adequately cleaned as I checked under the bed before we left and it was filthy dirty with hair and dust bunnies.

    Interesting old house. The cafe Gilbakki Kaffihus nearby was great and we got lunch there both days we were there!

    Stayed in July 2023

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