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Grettir Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Reykjavik, steps from Laugavegur

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Grand Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dishwasher, toaster
Double Room | Shared bathroom

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

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  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

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  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Grand Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Double Room

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  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Laugavegur 28a, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harpa - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lebowski Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Einstök Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪krua Thai Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Reykjavík - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grettir Guesthouse

Guesthouse near Reykjavik Harbour
Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa, Grettir Guesthouse provides shopping on site, a library, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, ATM/banking services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Grettir Guesthouse have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Dishwashers and toasters
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

Languages

Danish, English, Icelandic

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 2.50 per stay)

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1901
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: EUR 2.5 per stay

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Grettir Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grettir Guesthouse?

Self parking is available for EUR 2.5 per stay.

What time is check-in at Grettir Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Grettir Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grettir Guesthouse located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur, Hallgrimskirkja, and Harpa. Reykjavik Harbour is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

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Grettir Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 143 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

A great place to stay in town!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Loved this cosy guesthouse! Was easy to find and secure. The property was immaculate and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I started with my daughter and it was perfect for us we will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Nice clean place in an amazing area. I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

The property was in an excellent location, just feet away from the main street, very warm and comfortable albeit the room was small, with a shared bathroom and shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Very cute and cozy house in the city centre of Reykjavik. The kitchen is very basic but it had all we needed. Room was spacious and clean. The house is very quiet but you can hear noise from the other rooms on the same floor. There is only one toilet though, so it’s easy to find it occupied in the morning. Very kind host, quick to reply.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Quaint stay, great location, close to everything. Only complaint is the bed and pillows were a bit uncomfortable, but overall fine for one night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Grettir Guesthouse was amazing! Especially loved the location. The guesthouse was clean and well kept. Would recommend to anyone staying in Reykjavik!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

A touch bit hard to find, but quiet and right next to the hubbub of Reykjavik :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The place was very nice, very clean and well located ! Really nice to be able to have a self check-in and and to feel like at home. We really enjoyed our two nights there !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10

The location was great. Street parking only but free after 9
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

I really likes the self check in. The email i received describing the digital code and process was very clear and straightforward. The room was small and the bathroom very large. The location is perfect. Right off of one of the main shopping streets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Such an effortless experience. Everything was as described and very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Very late check-in. Information in check-in email was perfect. Everything was where it said it would be. No hassles, very easy. Room was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10

The water smells very bad! Stinky! The owner of this guesthouse needs to work on that…, and it’s very difficult to locate it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Everything you need for an easy night’s stay. My American compatriots may find the shower a bit small compared to all the space we are used to. I liked that there was a sink in the bedroom so I really only needed the shared bathroom for the toilet. The armchair and side table were all I needed to store and repack my travel pack. Room was warm and cozy all night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10

You should let people know there is one toilet and one shower for 10 people. That was not at all clear and not expected. Furthermore the bathroom floor was soaking wet all the time with no bathmat, no soap, no fan to keep it dry. Frankly the worst Airbnb experience I’ve ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10

No communication. I messaged 24 hrs before asking how I would get into the property. No reply. Luckily another guest came by while I was waiting outside. Usually you get the door code by email in advance but no. Other guest said he has the same poor experience communicating. I was in room 104 beside the bathroom and it was extremely loud. All the doors have old latches and was just quite a noisy experience. Avoid that room if you can. The towel provided was this super thin thing. Barely a bath towel. Location was good. Close walk to everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

something I wished I could of read before-- this property is smack dab in the heart of downtown. It is perfect for walking around- but the parking is difficult. So here are some tricks I wish someone would of shared. When you arrive go to the 2nd hand store on Grettisgata park only to drop off your luggage (if you have a lot) Then go up a few blocks to the P3 (green) which becomes free at 1800 zone where parking is 220isk/hr instead of 600isk/hr which doesnt become free until 9-10?. if you download the parka app it will help you find cheap parking. Once I figured this out - I saved a lot of money. Then when you are leaving- walk to get your car and bring it back to the 2nd hand store again so you don't have to drag your luggage all over- they don't open until 10 which is also when you have to check out by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Très propre, bâtiment un peu défraîchi mais tout à fait ok, à deux pas de la rue principale, pas d'ascenseur et il y a des escaliers à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur du bâtiment
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Hyggeligt og rent med mulighed for at lave kaffe og riste brød
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024