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The units provide views of the mountain and come with a seating area, a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and a shared bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine. At the homestay, units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Perfect room. excellent experience

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9
Superb
209 reviews
Price from
ISK 12,325
per night

Set in Reykjavík and only 3.4 km from The Pearl, Om Apartments offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With river views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The property offers allergy-free units and is located 4.4 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

New and modern. Clean, and included all necessities. Locartion was good with car access next to a park with nice running tracks. Easy check in and check out, and good info in the info folder.

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9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
ISK 42,086
per night

Well set in Reykjavík, Freyja Guesthouse & Suites provides a continental breakfast and free WiFi. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.7 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Freya Guesthouse was comfortable and well situated for the tourist attractions of Reykjavik. The neighbourhood is quiet. The host is on site and easy to get ahold of. The kitchen was comfortable. The bathroom/shower was basic but good enough.

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9.2
Superb
594 reviews
Price from
ISK 18,788
per night

Casa Dísa - Dreams, A Boutique Guesthouse in Reykjavik City`s Central Park and Botanical Garden in Laugardalur, Hot-Spring-Valley provides a garden, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in Reykjavík, 4.5 km from Solfar Sun Voyager. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the homestay free of charge. The property offers allergy-free units and is located 4.5 km from The Pearl.

Comfy place with tiny sweet art details in the house:)

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9.3
Superb
74 reviews
Price from
ISK 21,374
per night

This privately-run guest house in central Reykjavík is 100 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 7 minutes’ walk from Laugavegur shopping street. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a TV.

An electric kettle, tea and cups are provided in each room at Eric the Red Guesthouse, along with an in-room washbasin and hairdryer. Some have a private bathroom, while others have access to shared facilities.

We loved staying at Eric the Red, what a great place in a fantastic location! The host was also very nice. The room was lovely. The self check-in went smoothly. Thoroughly enjoyed it and we’ll be happy to be back

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8.9
Fabulous
3,100 reviews
Price from
ISK 12,025
per night

Situated in Reykjavik’s old city centre, this family-run property is across the street from Hallgrim’s Church. It offers a communal kitchen, as well as modern and fresh rooms with wooden furnishings.

The simply decorated rooms at Guesthouse Sunna feature either private or shared bathroom facilities. All have free Wi-Fi, while some have a TV, a fridge, or a tea/coffee maker. All rooms have access to a communal kitchen.

The location, the cleanest and it was confortable.

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8.6
Fabulous
2,153 reviews
Price from
ISK 14,580
per night

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.

Guesthouse 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.

Very pretty and clean! The owner was so nice and the location was great!

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8.3
Very good
1,642 reviews
Price from
ISK 16,514
per night

A recently renovated property, NN Urban Guesthouse is located in Reykjavík near Solfar Sun Voyager, Hallgrímskirkja Church and The Pearl. It is set 2.8 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach and provides a shared kitchen. Blue Lagoon is 47 km from the guest house and Reykjavik Old Harbour is 2.6 km away.

Bed, bathroom, kitchenette, convenient location

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8.9
Fabulous
288 reviews
Price from
ISK 19,540
per night

Offering garden views, Víðines Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Reykjavík, 23 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 23 km from Solfar Sun Voyager. The property has sea and mountain views, and is 23 km from The Pearl. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Great. Clean. Nice. Better than what i expect. Likely to stay there again. Thanks

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8.1
Very good
563 reviews
Price from
ISK 8,567
per night

Situated just 5.3 km from The Pearl, Ubak Guesthouse features accommodation in Reykjavík with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. The guest house has family rooms.

I liked how quiet it was and comfy.

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8.7
Fabulous
312 reviews
Price from
ISK 13,528
per night

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  • Freyja Guesthouse & Suites
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 593 reviews

    Well set in Reykjavík, Freyja Guesthouse & Suites provides a continental breakfast and free WiFi. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.7 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach.

    It has a very good location, near the church and bus stop 8!

  • Guesthouse Andrea
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,647 reviews

    Centrally located, Guesthouse Andrea is just a 10-minutes’ walk from the city centre of Reykjavík. The self-catering accommodations offer free high-speed internet access and free parking.

    Nice spot, quite near Malaga. Is it good breakfast

  • Guesthouse Aurora
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,263 reviews

    Located in the calm Thingholt neighbourhood, this family-owned guest house is in Reykjavik is just 450 metres from the shopping Laugavegur Street.

    Very close to city centre, nice staff and breakfast

  • Alba Guesthouse
    Breakfast options
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,450 reviews

    This guest house offers free Wi-Fi and parking, plus a communal lounge and terrace. Reykjavík Domestic Airport and BSÍ Bus Terminal are within 3 minutes’ drive.

    Great stay, it was our second time. We will come back again.

  • Audur Guesthouse

    Audur Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 2.3 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, 700 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 1.4 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

  • Úlfarsfellsvegur 20, 113 Rvk Birkihlid
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 209 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Úlfarsfellsvegur 20, 113 Rvk Birkihlid features accommodation with patio, around 12 km from The Pearl.

    We loved the decoration : arts and plants everywhere.

  • Om Apartments
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 102 reviews

    Set in Reykjavík and only 3.4 km from The Pearl, Om Apartments offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With river views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    Huge apartment. Really well kited out. Amazing views.

  • Casa Dísa - Dreams, A Boutique Guesthouse in Reykjavik City`s Central Park and Botanical Garden in Laugardalur, Hot-Spring-Valley
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 74 reviews

    Casa Dísa - Dreams, A Boutique Guesthouse in Reykjavik City`s Central Park and Botanical Garden in Laugardalur, Hot-Spring-Valley provides a garden, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in...

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  • Guesthouse Sunna
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,153 reviews

    Situated in Reykjavik’s old city centre, this family-run property is across the street from Hallgrim’s Church. It offers a communal kitchen, as well as modern and fresh rooms with wooden furnishings.

    Fantastic position, closed to the Hallgrimskirkja.

  • Ubak Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 311 reviews

    Situated just 5.3 km from The Pearl, Ubak Guesthouse features accommodation in Reykjavík with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    very helpful host, nice location, very comfortable

  • Johann´s Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 49 reviews

    Johann´s Guesthouse offers accommodation within 1.2 km of the centre of Reykjavík, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster.

    De ligging, het was er superschoon en vriendelijke host

  • REK Inn
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 649 reviews

    Situated in Reykjavík, near Solfar Sun Voyager, Hallgrímskirkja Church and The Pearl, REK Inn has a shared lounge. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge.

    Use of kitchen, and prompt replacement of broken toaster.

  • Summerday Guesthouse
    Budget options available

    Ideally located in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, Summerday Guesthouse is set 3 km from The Pearl, 3.5 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 3.8 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

  • Private room in a shared apartment with amazing view

    Offering a shared lounge and mountain view, Private room in a shared apartment with amazing view is situated in Reykjavík, 2.3 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 3.1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

  • An apartment in which a room is rented out Jörfabakki 109 Reykjavík
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, An apartment in which a room is rented out Jörfabakki 109 Reykjavík is an accommodation situated in Reykjavík, 8.3 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 8.8 km from Solfar...

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  • Eric the Red Guesthouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,099 reviews

    This privately-run guest house in central Reykjavík is 100 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 7 minutes’ walk from Laugavegur shopping street. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a TV.

    Super clean room and super nice staff. Perfect location.

  • NN Urban Guesthouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 288 reviews

    A recently renovated property, NN Urban Guesthouse is located in Reykjavík near Solfar Sun Voyager, Hallgrímskirkja Church and The Pearl.

    Location, cleanliness, ease, comfort. It has it all!

  • Private room, close to a swimming pool
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Reykjavík, 7.9 km from The Pearl and 8.1 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church, Private room, close to a swimming pool offers air conditioning.

  • Guesthouse Galtafell
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,641 reviews

    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.

    Great access to the city centre, cleanliness and super friendly staff.

  • Víðines Guesthouse
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 562 reviews

    Offering garden views, Víðines Guesthouse is an accommodation situated in Reykjavík, 23 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church and 23 km from Solfar Sun Voyager.

    Well marked to get there. Lots of toilets. A spacious place.

  • Heart House Guesthouse
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 195 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Reykjavík 101 district of Reykjavík, Heart House Guesthouse is located 1.1 km from Solfar Sun Voyager, 3.8 km from The Pearl and 49 km from Blue Lagoon.

    Perfect location, clean and comfortable, wonderful host!

  • Grettir Guesthouse
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,085 reviews

    Just off the Laugavegur shopping street, Grettir Guesthouse features self-service check-in. This property is a 5-minute walk from Hallgrimskirkja Church. Free WiFi is available.

    The location is very good , It is a comfortable place

  • Reykjavík Central Guesthouse
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 259 reviews

    Reykjavík Central Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 700 metres from Hallgrímskirkja Church, 1.4 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 1.2 km from The Pearl.

    Great location, warm rooms and exactly what I expected.

  • Travel Inn
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,845 reviews

    This budget hotel is 100 metres from Reykjavik's BSI Bus Terminal, the arrival/departure point for Keflavík International Airport buses. It offers free WiFi and parking.

    In the centre of Reykjavik; Free parking of the car.

  • Baldursbrá Guesthouse Laufásvegur
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,794 reviews

    Ideally situated in Reykjavík, Baldursbrá Guesthouse Laufásvegur provides express check-in and check-out and parking on-site.

    Really close to downtown, common area/kitchen is equipped.

  • Nordurey Guesthouse
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 281 reviews

    Set in Reykjavík, 2.4 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, Nordurey Guesthouse offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

    Close to the city centre, kitchen available, clean room.

  • Igdlo Guesthouse
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,845 reviews

    This family-run guest house, 500 metres from Reykjavik Bus Terminal, is a 45-minute bus ride from Keflavik International Airport.

    House owner is kind and respond my questions fast.

  • Guesthouse Pavi
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,534 reviews

    Guesthouse Pavi is located in Reykjavik, only 50 metres from Laugavegur street. It offers free parking and flexible accommodation for different needs and budgets. All rooms have free Wi-Fi access.

    Loved the location and the staff was very friendly

  • Lækur Guesthouse
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 267 reviews

    Featuring quiet street views, Lækur Guesthouse is situated in the Reykjavík East district of Reykjavík, 2.1 km from Solfar Sun Voyager and 2.9 km from Hallgrímskirkja Church.

    clean room comfortable bed . well equipped kitchen

  • Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,098 reviews

    Set in a historic building in Reykjavík's downtown area, Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik is a family-owned accommodation just 25 metres away from Lækjartorg Square and a local bus stop.

    good location and easy to find,simple to check in and out

  • Central Guesthouse Reykjavík
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,057 reviews

    This charming 1920s-era guest house is 5 minutes’ walk from Reykjavík’s Laugavegur shopping street. Wi-Fi and tea/coffee are free. A guest kitchen, laundry room and terrace with BBQ are available.

    Destination, community rooms, sheets and decorations.

  • Reykjavik Peace Center Guesthouse
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 317 reviews

    The Reykjavik Peace Center is located in a peaceful residential area, 15 minutes drive from Reykjavik city centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and basic rooms with shared bathrooms.

    Very quiet and peaceful, and nice kitchen facilities

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Homestays that guests love in Reykjavík

  • Avg. price/night: ISK 23,448
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,362 reviews
    Its a very good hostel, in an optimal place in Reykjavik, close to Laugavegur For Icelandic standards it can be considered as value for money. You can check in even in the middle of the night. There are good partys every Friday
    Marios
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 89 reviews
    Casa Dísa is located in a very family friendly neighbourhood, just a little bit outside the actual center of Reykjavik, but still very close. The house is perfect, it has everything you need. Dísa is a great host, she makes you feel welcome immediately and also has great tips for the best experience of Reykjavik.
    José
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 30 reviews
    Lovely hostess, Esther greeted us and was on hand to help with any questions.
    Belinda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 20,380
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,115 reviews
    Clean, quiet, neat. Good hostel experience, probably the best in Reykjavík.
    SebDum
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 16,834
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,534 reviews
    Great hostel in an excellent location. Good kitchen and bathroom facilities. Had thought the kitchen equipment would be sparse but there was enough for all, really impressed
    Jane
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 164 reviews
    Comfort of beds and size of apartment. Though not centrally situated has harbour restaurants across the unit which was easy to access a meal. Very well kitted unit with appliances including washer and dryer. Great hostess.
    Lourene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 37,126
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,373 reviews
    Great hostel vibe with friendly staff and activities in the bar/cafe area. Central location made the whole trip easier. Great rooms and boxes are provided to place your things in. The kitchen was great as well.
    Abigail
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 55,914
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 42 reviews
    Amazing location, couldn’t be more central. Got everything that’s needed. Lovely host and replies so quickly when needed.
    Chloe
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 39,906
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 758 reviews
    amazing location, close to everything, loved my own private home for a few days.
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 36,975
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 793 reviews
    A super nice and clean double room with feeling like living in private home. Great location, shared, but good, equipped kitchen.
    Arnis
    Young couple

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