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Grettir Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Reykjavik, steps from Laugavegur

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Dishwasher, toaster
Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Living room
Dishwasher, toaster
Located near Reykjavik Harbour, Grettir Guesthouse offers a quiet respite in the city center. Visitors can enjoy on-site shopping or relax in the library. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi and express check-in, features previous guests have found particularly convenient.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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Separate bedroom
Toaster
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Single Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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

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Grand Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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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

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lebowski Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kaffibrennslan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 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 luggage storage
  • A TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Grettir Guesthouse have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Dishwashers and toasters
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 within 10 days before arrival with 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 and Reykjavik City Hall are also within 15 minutes.

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