Guesthouse Galtafell

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

Property highlights

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About this property

Set in a building dating back to 1916, this Reykjavík guest house is within 5 minutes’ walk of the popular Laugavegur shopping street. Both WiFi and private, on-site parking are free. Guest house Galtafell offers both rooms and self-catering apartments with wooden floors, an iron and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Apartments include a private bathroom and well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave and fridge. General facilities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a garden. Hotel staff can recommend restaurants and shops in the area. The National Museum of Iceland is 2297 feet from the guest house. Hallgrímskirkja Church is within 5 minutes' walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

  • Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • FREE parking!

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Astri
United States United States
“Very clean, comfortable and great location. Quiet neighborhood”
Thomas
Canada Canada
“The operators were very responsive and their after hours checkin was well executed.”
Peyton
United States United States
“I liked the contactless check in. Our names were on our door that was accessed from the outside of the house with the key placed in the lock. Beds were comfy, and loved having a TV to watch while falling asleep”
Jennifer
United States United States
“Booked last minute. Very cute apartment in a great location to explore Reykjavik on foot. (Easy parking too) We forgot adapters and on off chance asked if we would borrow one,.. no sooner had I asked, they left us two. Super helpful! Would...”
Lippoff
United States United States
“The location is ideal for walking around and shopping. Also easy to drive to from the international airport. The advance check-in and key pick-up were handled very werll, and the room was spacious and well appointed. Very pleased.”
Cesar
United States United States
“Great location away from the main tourist area but still close to walk to them. Very quiet area most of the time, a bit hectic during school pick-up time Friendly staff.”
Tyler
United States United States
“Historic, clean, friendly staff, and close proximity to downtown.”
Michael
United States United States
“Great location and Thorey manager was terrifically helpful. Quiet. Parking on street was easy. First room was on the small side but good value. The apartment on second night was spacious and extremely comfortable, and would rate wonderful.”
Maria
United States United States
“Host was very accommodating. Caroline was wonderful. Oriented us well to the facility.”
Melanie
United States United States
“The location is excellent. Very walkable to shopping, restaurants, and historic sights.”

Hosted by Thorey and Arni, owners

8.9
Host Review Score
Thorey and Arni, owners
Guesthouse Galtafell is a historical house and the former home of the beloved Icelandic artist Guðmundur Thorsteinsson - Muggur. His father built the house in 1916 after blueprints from Iceland´s state architect of that time Einar Erlendsson. The house has many characteristics which underline that it was meant to be used as an art studio such as large windows and bright rooms for the artist. In 1924 it was bought by Bjarni Jonsson (Bíó Bjarni) who was well known in Reykjavík for opening one of the city´s first cinemas. Bjarni was the youngest brother of the famous sculptor Einar Jónsson. The Einar Jónsson Museum is within 10 minutes walking distance of Guesthouse Galtafell.
Languages spoken: Danish,English,Icelandic,Dutch

Area info

House rules

Guesthouse Galtafell takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
€ 20 per stay
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 40 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Guesthouse Galtafell of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.