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Guesthouse Galtafell

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Reykjavik, a short walk to Hallgrimskirkja

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Guesthouse Galtafell creates a homey atmosphere near Reykjavik Harbour. Guests appreciate the garden setting, reliable in-room WiFi, and exceptionally helpful staff who enhance the experience. The walkable location makes exploring the city particularly convenient.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P9,414
P10,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Living area

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 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

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Laugavegur - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Harpa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Guesthouse Galtafell

Guesthouse near Reykjavik Harbour
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, 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), smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and 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

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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

  • In-room 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Guesthouse Galtafell Reykjavik
Galtafell Reykjavik
Guesthouse Galtafell Reykjavik
Guesthouse Galtafell Guesthouse
Guesthouse Galtafell Guesthouse Reykjavik

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 Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Galtafell on Oct 26, 2025 start from P 9,414.44, 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 City Hall and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 484 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 484 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 484 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 484 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 484 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lye Hock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near to BAI terminal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host Thorey was extremely gracious. Thank you for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to town the pond add a nice touch to walk around
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinujan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, had such a easy experience with a lovely host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Liked: Amenities
Loved my stay. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Difficulty getting street parking close to the location in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was great. Very communicative and arranged for us to self check in late and as an extra bonus we were able to leave our bags after checkout for a couple of hours which was very convenient. The room was clean and fine for our one night stay. However, there was a strange smell from the water in the pipes which made the entire room smell a little unpleasant and there was a lot of noise throughout the night from the walkway right outside as guests checked in and out so be mindful of that if you are a light sleeper. Overall it is in a good walkable location and fine for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was allowed to check in early after arriving at Keflavik in an overnight flight. I was allowed to check in as soon as I arrived - around 10:30 a.m. Extremely comfortable bed, quiet neighbourhood, you can walk downtown in about 10 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful, historic building that is in a great, central location. The check-in and check-out processes were easy and quick. The only issue is that the hot water smells a bit of sulfur.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi Nordby

Simple standard, practical location

This is a good option for the price and location close to the national airport and bus station to the international airport. Only a 10-12 minutes walk to the city center. Simple, but clean and safe. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. Was close to downtown and had good space in the two bedrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location..easy walk to the centre and bus station.. Check in very easy... When asked a question via the app..received answer straight away ...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in late due to our travel there and the owner had everything ready with key and access to the room. We met her on the last day and she was so sweet. Beautiful accommodations like we stepped into another place, not your average hotel. Only small complaint was the sulfur smell when taking a shower and it didn’t vent well, so all steam from the shower settled on everything in the bathroom making everything wet, lol. We managed though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great people with great location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yingfeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near BSI Terminal (bus station)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely apartment not far from the BSI and also a short walk or scooter journey downtown. Spacious property for two staying a week. Was tidy, practical and would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shealyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Close walking distance to downtown! Easy street parking! Small but perfect for what we needed for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Eva

Liked: Staff & service
Great location; accommodating host.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chinte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant staff, appreciated ability to store our luggage before room ready. Convenient walk with luggage from BSI terminal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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