Guesthouse Galtafell - Reykjavík

$$$$||View on mapReykjavík, IcelandLaufasvegur 46, Reykjavík, Iceland, 101|
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Guesthouse Galtafell - Reykjavík
Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavík, Iceland, 101·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.4
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.9
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples50%
Families23%
Groups21%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.4
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.9
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples50%
Families23%
Groups21%
Solo6%

Historic self-catering guesthouse in central Reykjavík, 1916

Property Overview

Guesthouse Galtafell is set in a building dating back to 1916, offering self-catering apartments in a historic Reykjavík neighborhood. The guesthouse provides free on-site parking and is located within a 5-minute walk of the popular Laugavegur shopping street. Both rooms and apartments include wooden floors, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an iron.

Rooms & Suites

Guesthouse Galtafell Reykjavik offers apartments that include a private bathroom and well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave and fridge. Some units feature separate living areas, providing additional space for families or groups. Allergy-free rooms and family rooms are available across the property.

Guest Services

The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk and offers airport shuttle service upon request. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out are available for all guests. Staff can recommend local restaurants and shops in the area.

Facilities & Amenities

Galtafell Guesthouse Reykjavik Iceland provides free on-site parking and complimentary high-speed WiFi in all areas. The property includes a garden with outdoor furniture and tea/coffee making facilities in all rooms. Safety features include CCTV outside the property, smoke alarms, and a security alarm.

Location

Guesthouse Galtafell Reykjavik Iceland is within a 5-minute walk of Hallgrímskirkja Church and a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur shopping street. The National Museum of Iceland is 2300 ft from the guesthouse, and the BSI bus terminal is a short walk away. Guests can walk to downtown Reykjavík's restaurants, shops, and cultural sites.

  • History: 1916 building, one of Reykjavík's oldest guesthouses.
  • Rooms: Self-catering apartments with kitchenettes & living areas.
  • Location: 5 min walk to Laugavegur shopping street.
  • Services: Free on-site parking & luggage storage.
  • Family: Spacious apartments with separate bedrooms.
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Dutch, Danish, Icelandic
Building
Number of rooms:9
Former name
galtafell guesthouse
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Rooms and availability

Ground Floor Apartment
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Studio
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Private Bathroom Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Private bathroom

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/Kitchen utensils

Check-in/Check-out

VIP check-in/-out

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Guesthouse Galtafell

💵 Lowest room price 174 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 1.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Reykjavik, RKV

Location

Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavík, Iceland, 101
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Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavík, Iceland, 101
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Hallgrimskirkja
100 yd
Museums
Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum
100 yd
Parks
Parc Hljomskalagardur
100 yd
Tjörnin 101
Lake Tjornin
100 yd
Gallery
National Gallery of Iceland
100 yd
Restaurant
Serrano
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Babalu
100 yd
Restaurant
Noodle
100 yd
Restaurant
Icelandic Street Food
100 yd
Restaurant
Reykjavik Street Dog
100 yd
Restaurant
Tacoson
100 yd
Restaurant
Baejarins Beztu Pylsur
100 yd
Restaurant
Voffluvagninn
100 yd

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