House of the Snowbird

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Excellent location!

9.9
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

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About this property

Set in a preserved historic house, this accommodations is located in the old town and is a 13-minute walk of Hallgrímskirkja Church in Reykjavík. Free private parking and free WiFi are available on site. At House of the Snowbird each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, oven and a fridge. A toaster and kettle are also included. Restaurants and museums can be found within walking distance. The Pearl is 1.6 mi from House of the Snowbird, while Reykjavik Old Harbor is 656 feet from the property. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 1.2 mi from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9!

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Emily
United States United States
“Central location with included parking. A kitchen with a coffee maker was a big plus! Very cozy atmosphere. Huge living space, plenty of room to spread out.”
Cvetan
North Macedonia North Macedonia
“The apartment was in a great location, close to all the main areas, cafes, bars, and restaurants. It had everything needed for a comfortable stay and felt very cozy and enjoyable. The natural light coming in was amazing, and I absolutely loved the...”
Derek
United States United States
“Love the location and quaintness and the parking spot. It’s so cool to be in an old Icelandic house.”
James
United States United States
“Really cool old house with cool decorations. The location is fantastic with all the amenities of Reykjavik close by. Alas our host was very communicative. Nice to have a parking spot in the center of town”
Bb
United States United States
“What a unique way to experience Reykjavik. Located in the old town area of the city walkable to cafes, restaurants, museums and waterfront the House of the Snowbird was the perfect place to stay. The apartment was well stocked, comfortable and...”
Bryan
United States United States
“The location was incredible, the space was more than adequate, the art and history woven into the property were awesome.”
Carolyn
United States United States
“Such a cute space in a great location! Host was very communicative and had thorough instructions/recommendations for activities. The house was very comfortable to come back to after a long day of exploring”
Susan
United States United States
“Loved this place! The location, the charm, the hot water, warm hospitality, creativity, views and natural light, the free parking. The apartment was extremely comfortable.”
Carla
Canada Canada
“Responsive helpful host, great location, lovely apartment”
Reed
United States United States
“Beautiful, historic home nestled right in middle of the city above a gallery. Cafes, shops, and restaurants all right outside the apartment and walking distance to all of the sites. The apartment had everything we needed, including nice extras...”

Hosted by Elsa Björg Magnúsdóttir

9.9
Host Review Score
Elsa Björg Magnúsdóttir
Located in the old town of Reykjavik, this iconic house was built the year 1898 by the beloved Icelandic poet Einar Ben. The house was is imported by ship from Norway and one can see signs of that here and there in the house, such as markings on the beams. The house is owned by a family of artists who have left their mark on its every detail. The interior style is an interesting fusion of old Scandinavia and raw modern art. The house is filled with artwork, paintings, photographs and ceramics by its owners which make it totally unique.
I have a masters degree in philosophy and teaching. I am quite a seasoned traveler, speak several languages and have lived in a few other countries than Iceland. Currently I work closely with my mother in her art studio and freelance as a photographer. These particular days, though, I spend with my newborn son and enjoy life as a mother of two living in a beautiful architectural house in Reykjavík city. One of the main themes in my life is to explore and discover, to broaden my mind and experience as much as I can. It is my belief that nothing deepens us more as human beings than various experiences to reflect upon.
The location is fantastic, with a view over the streets of the old town, surrounded by museums, galleries, cafés, restaurants and the old harbour. If you are into the unusual and want to experience an artistic side of Reykjavík, then this is your place. This is one of Reykjavík's oldest wooden houses and is located so centrally that there may be some noises from the city's street life.
Languages spoken: Danish,English,Icelandic,Italian

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House rules

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

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform House of the Snowbird 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.