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Guesthouse Galtafell

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

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Property entrance
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Studio

Highlights

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

Highlights

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

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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 - 0.4 miles
  • Laugavegur - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Harpa - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Loki - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavík Roasters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavik Street Food - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ROK - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Messinn - ‬8 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), luggage storage, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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

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

  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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 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 and Harpa are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Guesthouse Galtafell Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 452 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here and it was walking distance from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

Verena

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

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how easy it was to walk to from the bus station. Host was accommodating and responsive. Lovely walk to urban park, Halgrimskirke, central shopping.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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

Zong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

Chinte

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

10/10 Excellent

Yingfeng

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

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

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

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, very cute!

Small space, but we were here for less than 18 hours! Perfect space for a short stay!! Small kitchen available to use too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Eva

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely compact room in a quiet area that is easily walkable to dining and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place in a great location with everything we needed! Loved the note on the door for when we arrived. Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

John

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

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. Super clean and very large. We had two bedrooms and a full kitchen. The heated floors in the bathroom were a wonderful surprise. Only a 10 min walk from the bus terminal. The host was very helpful. We were able to drop off our luggage pre checkin so we didn’t have to cart it around all day. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. Very accommodating and close to everything. Definitely going back there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent communication with easy to follow instructions. Thanks for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean property, convenient location, fantastic price, and lovely management :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023