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Guesthouse Galtafell

3.0 star property
City-center guesthouse within easy reach of Reykjavik Harbour

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Guesthouse Galtafell offers a warm welcome near Reykjavik Harbour, with an inviting garden and in-room WiFi to keep you connected. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests, who also rave about the walkable location.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $142
$164 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Studio | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Reykjavik Pond - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Laugavegur - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harpa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Loki - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sjávargrillið - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Iðnó - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café Babalú - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Víkinga Pylsur - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse Galtafell puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Laugavegur and Harpa. Also, this guest house is just a 5-minute drive from Reykjavik Harbour. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1916
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ISK 4599 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 12 and 15 costs ISK 2300 (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Guesthouse Galtafell offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Guesthouse Galtafell does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Guesthouse Galtafell.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Guesthouse Galtafell?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ISK 4599 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Guesthouse Galtafell and nearby?

Guesthouse Galtafell has a garden.

What's the area around Guesthouse Galtafell like?

Guesthouse Galtafell is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 16-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 8 minutes' walk from Laugavegur. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.

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Reviews

Guesthouse Galtafell Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Location
Bed
Kitchen
Walking
Breakfast
Apartment
Downtown
Restaurant
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay! So walkable and the amenities were lovely!
Esther, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Big space, very clean, great location, wonderful hosts
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and really big for the price. The owners were really nice and helpful.
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool house
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a beautiful place and offered us what we expected.
Xuan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent choice for a few nights in Reykjavik. Nicely renovated small suites in a converted large home. Its an easy walk from the main bus station for airport (and other) buses, and close enough to walk into central Reykjavik. Would certainly stay here again if we return to Iceland.
Ronald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay here and it was walking distance from downtown.
Cheyenne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect bungalow

Check in was simple, it was walking distance to anything down town but tucked away from the busyness. The little kitchen was perfect for making a quick meal, which is nice as dining out is pricey in Reykjavík. Would highly recommend!
Abigail, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay, had such a easy experience with a lovely host.
Vinujan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Near to BAI terminal
Lye Hock, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and spacious

Great location with lots of room and comfortable beds. Loved the host dog, too.
Brandon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, very clean and spacious.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The host Thorey was extremely gracious. Thank you for a relaxing stay.
Brad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for family stay

Very spacious. Convenient to Rainbow Road and other attractions. Clean, gorgeous. Would definitely recommend.
Diana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to town the pond add a nice touch to walk around
Wilson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay. Great location.
Verena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay at Guesthouse Galtafell! Really good value for money, clean and lovely and warm rooms. The location is amazing, walking distance to BSI bus station and central Reykjavik. Checking in was so easy too! We had a small issue in our room. The toilet leaked but Guesthouse Galtafell could not have done more! They immediately moved us to a new upgraded room and were so apologetic. Things happen but the way they dealt with the situation was brilliant! Without hesitation, I would stay here again and will have no issue recommending this room to anyone! Thank you Guesthouse Galtafell
Dan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place

Nice people. Very accommodating. Good place very near the bus station.
Zachary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very spacious and clean room within walking of restaurants, shopping and lovely park
Michele, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent location Difficulty getting street parking close to the location in the evening
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We truly enjoyed our stay. We were comfortable, we were close to shopping and attractions. It was everything we needed and could have asked for!!! We will definitely stay there again!!!
Kristin, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location walking distance to downtown and bus station, comfortable unit, beautiful property, friendly and helpful staff. I would absolutely recommend this lodging to future travelers.
Molly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay at Galtafell, the owners were very helpful and welcoming. The property is a bit older but still comfortable and easy access. Close to the main part of Reykjavík. Thanks to Thorey and her staff.
Helen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay here. Was close to downtown and had good space in the two bedrooms.
Amy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice rooms, but not spacious

The hotel was attractive looking in a nice area of town. The room was modern, clean, and very well kept, but it was definitely small. We had 2 large suitcases and barely had enough room to walk around the bed and open the doors! If you are traveling light or don't mind being cramped, it's a pleasant hotel in a residential area of town with easy access to the main shopping area / church.
Stacey, 1-night trip