Pros (+) No fuss, just go and enjoy. Loved being able to cook a bit since eating out is crazy expensive.
Cons (-) Parking spots are difficult sometimes. The water smelled of sulfur.
3 stars
Guesthouse Galtafell
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Overview
Guesthouse Galtafell is situated in Reykjavik and is close to the area's well-known attractions. It is located a 10-minute drive from Reykjavik Airport and an airport shuttle is available for guests.
Luggage storage, a concierge and a ticket service are just some of the convenient services at Galtafell. Wi-Fi is also provided.
The guest house's rooms are bright and feature a kitchenette that is equipped with a microwave and a refrigerator. All provide tea and coffee making facilities and a DVD player.
Galtafell Guesthouse Reykjavik has its own on-site restaurant, convenient for guests who wish to eat in. In pleasant weather, guests are invited to enjoy their meals on the outdoor terrace. Guests can also try one of the many bars and restaurants in the surrounding area.
Located within a short walk of Guesthouse Galtafell are National and University Library of Iceland, Laugavegur and Reykjavik Cathedral. Guests can also visit University of Iceland.
Amenities at Guesthouse Galtafell
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Free parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Free toiletries
Kitchen
- Wine glasses
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Kitchenware
- Stovetop
- Tea/coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
- Refrigerator
- Coffee machine
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Trash cans
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Allergy-free room
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Private entrance
Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
General
- Family rooms
- Seating area
- Garden view
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Sofa
- Soundproofing
- Storage available
Bedroom
- Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Wardrobe or closet
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Services and conveniences
- Safety deposit box
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24hr front desk
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free parking
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Iron and ironing board
Dining
- Restaurant
- Dining table
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Outdoor
- Garden
Workspace
- Desk
Family friendly
- Cribs available
Reviews of Guesthouse Galtafell
8.4
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2358 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
492
Good
317
Okay
116
Fair
68
Mediocre
43
Poor
28
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Pros (+) Nice, quiet residential street. Short walk to shopping area & tourist sights. Having a kitchen (with coffee pot, kettle, dishes, utensils, cooking pots, etc.) in our room was great, since eating out was so expensive. There were 9 of us in three apartments. All of our rooms had different lay-outs, and one of them had a large living room where we could all gather comfortably (Apt. 2) Very friendly, ...
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Location
Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik 101
What's nearby
- Hallgrímskirkja0.5 km
- National Museum of Iceland0.5 km
- Radhus Reykjavíkur0.6 km
- Reykjavik Cathedral0.6 km
- Landsbókasafn Íslands0.7 km
- Háskóli Íslands0.7 km
- Decode Genetics0.8 km
- Landakoskirkja0.9 km
- The Living Art Museum1 km
- The Sun Voyager1 km
- Icelandic Phallological Museum1.1 km
- Reykjavik City Centre1.1 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Guesthouse Galtafell
Low season | High season | Average price (weeknight) | Average price (weekend night) |
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March | August | C$ 176 | C$ 286 |
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price. | Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price. | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
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