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Located in Álftanes, a 15-minute drive from central Reykjavík, Eyvindarholt Guesthouse features bright and modern accommodation with free WiFi, scenic views, as well as Icelandic art and design.

Produce grown on site or in a nearby greenhouse is often served for breakfast. The guesthouse offers, free private parking and a large, surrounding garden with a children's playground.

Beautifully placed house outside the city but very close to Reykiavik. Apartment was very nicely decorated with a comfortable kitchen. Very spacious, nice views, very clean and comfortable beds. You have to try breakfast - it's deliciuious! Home made warm bread, pancakes or cake, freshly cooked eggs, good quality cheese and ham, jam - everything served sooo nicely 🩷

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9.6
Exceptional
245 reviews
Price from
€ 262.50
per night

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.

All rooms at Hlid Fisherman's Village provide tea/coffee amenities and sea views. Each room has a private bathroom with shower.

Wonderful place, authentic decorations with all facilities. Surrounding environment was mind blowing. It self a tourist attaction. Loved.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,703 reviews
Price from
€ 142.50
per night

At Travel Inn, guests can choose between rooms with private or shared bathrooms. Those with shared facilities have an in-room sink.

Hotel Travel Inn is 5 minutes’ walk from Nordic House Cultural Centre. Tour buses regularly depart from the nearby BSI Terminal.

Is a simple room, with a bathroom really well heated perfect value for money, really nice staff. There's a share kitchen so you can buy from the grocery store near terminal 1 BSI we weren't in car so the stop is perfect to catch excursion buses and a walk of 10 minutes to the city center.

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7.8
Good
1,862 reviews
Price from
€ 97
per night

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.

Guesthouse Galtafell offers both rooms and self-catering apartments with wooden floors, an iron and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Apartments include a private bathroom and well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave and fridge.

Excellent location, close to the main center and the highway. Spacious room with place to cook and make coffee.

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8.3
Very good
1,630 reviews
Price from
€ 131.11
per night

Ideally situated in Reykjavík, Baldursbrá Guesthouse Laufásvegur provides express check-in and check-out and parking on-site. It is situated 2.9 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach and offers private check-in and check-out. The accommodation features a hot tub, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

Breakfast was perfect as it allowed us the flexibility to grab something quick before heading out for the day. Room was clean and the beds were so comfortable. Can't say enough good things about the location, either, close to all the places we wanted to go in Reykjavík.

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7.7
Good
1,798 reviews
Price from
€ 109.25
per night

This family-run guest house, 500 metres from Reykjavik Bus Terminal, is a 45-minute bus ride from Keflavik International Airport. It offers free in-room WiFi and access to a communal kitchen and dining room.

The people who work there, were super friendly ☺️

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7.6
Good
2,857 reviews
Price from
€ 98
per night

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.

At Guesthouse Andrea you will find bicycle and car rental services, tour desk and luggage storage. Breakfast is served 90 metres away at Guesthouse Aurora.

They provide everything they say at the expected quality (or higher). I did not say anything about their WiFi because I did not need to use their WiFi. Otherwise, late check in at 2AM was not a problem, they provided clear instructions: key code to enter reception at Freyjugata 24 to pickup the key of the building and room where I had to go and a plan of their buildings at Freyjugata and Njardgata streets. Towels were provided at the reception when they opened, at 7:30AM. Everything was clean. Breakfasts were good, abundant good quality food. Hot water radiators really hot, so the small high window that staid open for ventilation in the showers room was not a problem. Microwave, fridge and electric tea kettle in the room were functional. Plates and silverware were also provided in the room. One toilet per floor (3 rooms) but it was not a problem for me, I only staid 1 week and I was still "operating" according to the time zone I come from.

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7.6
Good
1,658 reviews
Price from
€ 95
per night

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.

Alba Guesthouse’s simple rooms feature modern décor, a wardrobe and in-room wash basin. Bathroom facilities are shared.

I really liked how relaxed it was. Breakfast really nice. The toffee was the best.

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7.7
Good
1,462 reviews
Price from
€ 108
per night

Popular points of interest near the guest house include Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir, Laugavegur Shopping Street and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from Reykjavík Central Guesthouse.

For me, it's important to sleep well in silence. We had a very good bed and it was perfectly safe and sound, no noise or loud people in other rooms. The kitchen was excellent equipped for what we need for our stay. They have a laundry room as well, You can use it. The bathroom was clean, and everything was functional. Clean white towels are always for use. The building looks old from the outside, i don't know why, but it's pretty new everything. Very good area to go everywhere, even walking. In all, for us, this was very worthy.

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7.9
Good
264 reviews
Price from
€ 96.50
per night

Well set in Reykjavík, Freyja Guesthouse & Suites provides a continental breakfast and free WiFi. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.7 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

The heart of the city and good host everything very good

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9.2
Superb
596 reviews
Price from
€ 126
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: € 199.50
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,699 reviews
    We were here for the 3rd time, so that means we almost fall in love with this place. Surrounded by the ocean is absolutely breathtaking. You can walk around the village and relax. This is the great place to see the Aurora due to low city light around (and we saw that!). Hot tub is a big plus, only if you are in cottage where is this hottub, you hear people walking on the top of the roof, but hot tub is open only till 10pm, so for the night is calm and quiet.
    Dominika
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 244 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.
    Jack
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 199.50
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,699 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.
    MICHAEL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 199.50
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,699 reviews
    The location was amazing, the accommodation was quirky and quaint. Great location to see the northern lights. Basic but very clean.
    Lisa HOLDEN
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 244 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.
    Serious Traveller
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 199.50
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,699 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
    Emmanuel
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 244 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.
    Kim
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 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.
    Thomas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 199.50
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,699 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.
    Petri Maaninen
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 244 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.
    Zahra
    Young couple