Guesthouse Galtafell

3.0 star property
Comfortable Reykjavik guesthouse in Downtown Reykjavik

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Front of property
Property entrance
Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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The price is CA $156
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May

Explore the area

Map
Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik, 101
  • Popular LocationHallgrimskirkja7 min walk
  • Popular LocationReykjavik City Hall9 min walk
  • Popular LocationReykjavik Harbour16 min walk
  • AirportReykjavik (KEF-Keflavik Intl.)42 min drive
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Room options

Studio

Highlights

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

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Reykjavik

Guesthouse Galtafell is located in Downtown Reykjavik, a neighborhood in Reykjavik, and is in a shopping district. Reykjavik Harbour and Sky Lagoon are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Laugavegur. Sundhollin and Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 7 min walk
  • National Museum of Iceland - 9 min walk
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk
  • Harpa - 13 min walk
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Loki - 6 min walk
  • Sbarro - 7 min walk
  • Reykjavík Roasters - 8 min walk
  • Messinn - 8 min walk
  • Café Babalú - 7 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse near Reykjavik Harbour
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur, Guesthouse Galtafell provides an airport shuttle, a garden, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the walkable location
Room features
All guestrooms at Guesthouse Galtafell have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

Danish, Dutch, English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1916
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ISK 4599 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ISK 2300 (one-way), (from 12 to 15 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Galtafell
Galtafell Guesthouse
Guesthouse Galtafell
Guesthouse Galtafell House
Guesthouse Galtafell House Reykjavik
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Frequently asked questions

Is Guesthouse Galtafell pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Galtafell?

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Galtafell on May 13, 2024 start from CA $165.07, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Guesthouse Galtafell?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse Galtafell?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Guesthouse Galtafell provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ISK 4599 per person applies.

Where is Guesthouse Galtafell located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Asgrimur Jonsson Collection, Hallgrimskirkja, and Laugavegur. Reykjavik Harbour is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Guesthouse Galtafell Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 387 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a very nice neighborhood within walking distance to all the attractions. Family room was very spacious and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffery, San Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and location. No onsite reception, but communication was good. Would give 5 stars if TV worked and housekeeping made the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was nice and clean with a convenient in room bathroom with a great shower. The location is perfect for walking to all the major restaurant and shopping areas.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a Galtafell apartment for four days (Mar 1-4). Thorey, our host, was kind and responsive. The apartment was not large, but had all we needed - two bedrooms (can arrange 4 twin beds how you want), one bathroom, small kitchen, plus a small dining area. There is no oven, but we were fine with the small stove and provided pans. The beds were very comfortable, which we appreciated after long days exploring the beautiful country of Iceland. The location was great, as well. You can easily walk into the center of Reykjavik or up to Hallgrimskirkja (huge church). All in all, the four of us (all adults) enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice place easy access to everything around. Walkable to everywhere. Lovely people
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yaritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All Flights cancelled. Galtafell to the rescue!
We had a layover in Keflavík on our way home from elsewhere. High wind speeds delayed and eventually cancelled all flights. Cue hundreds of passengers from multiple flights scrambling to book hotels at the same time. After lots of “sold out” on every website I eventually found Galtafell and am so glad we stayed there. Super clean and comfortable, and a short walk from everything so we were able to enjoy some time enjoying the city on this unplanned stay. When we have a proper trip to Iceland again we would definitely stay there. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Cozy room. Nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in a vintage property Would definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Great Location & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0