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 Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik

Lækjargata 6B, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 426 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

7.7
Good
426 reviews

The location was ideal. We didn't run into any staff but were able to get in and find out room with easy instructions. The room was simple and all we needed. Nice shared kitchen facility. Didn't have to wait for the shower or bathroom.

Sarah United States of America

Location in respect to city centre was excellent. ability to check in and out at any hour was useful.

Brooker Australia

No frills, but central, clean, quiet (despite bar next door), comfortable

Leslie United States of America

Very cozy clean and cute! We loved our stay and the location was perfect!

Carly United States of America

The staff was really helpful and gentle, allowing to deposit the luggage before the check in

Anduena Finland

location was perfect for anyone without a car. walked everywhere. having the kitchen with everything you needed was a lovely plus

Robin United States of America

The location was excellent, right downtown by Bus Stop 3 and the main food and shopping districts and close to the harbor. The room was small but adequate and clean and comfortable, with a bed, chair, and sink. A shared bathroom and kitchen was on each floor so neither were crowded. The water, powered by Icelandic geothermals, was hot, and the cold water was very pure and drinkable.

James United States of America

Can be a bit noisy if you get the main roadview rooms. I slept very well.

Joshua United States of America

Awesome location, nice room, good value for money. It was nice to be able to use the kitchen and make some coffee (for free) in the morning.

Stefano Germany

Location was perfect. The room was cozy and clean and we had everything we needed.

Övgü Turkey
7.7
Good
426 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The location was ideal. We didn't run into any staff but were able to get in and find out room with easy instructions. The room was simple and all we needed. Nice shared kitchen facility.”
    Sarah Sarah United States of America United States of America
  • “Location in respect to city centre was excellent. ability to check in and out at any hour was useful.”
    Brooker Brooker Australia Australia
  • “No frills, but central, clean, quiet (despite bar next door), comfortable”
    Leslie Leslie United States of America United States of America
  • “Very cozy clean and cute! We loved our stay and the location was perfect!”
    Carly Carly United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff was really helpful and gentle, allowing to deposit the luggage before the check in”
    Anduena Anduena Finland Finland
  • “location was perfect for anyone without a car. walked everywhere. having the kitchen with everything you needed was a lovely plus”
    Robin Robin United States of America United States of America
  • “The location was excellent, right downtown by Bus Stop 3 and the main food and shopping districts and close to the harbor.”
    James James United States of America United States of America
  • “Can be a bit noisy if you get the main roadview rooms. I slept very well.”
    Joshua Joshua United States of America United States of America
  • “Awesome location, nice room, good value for money. It was nice to be able to use the kitchen and make some coffee (for free) in the morning.”
    Stefano Stefano Germany Germany
  • “Location was perfect. The room was cozy and clean and we had everything we needed.”
    Övgü Turkey Turkey

Categories:

  • Staff7.7
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness7.8
  • Comfort7.8
  • Value for money8.0
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.7

Stay in the heart of Reykjavík – Excellent location – show map

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This property is a 12-minute walk from the beach. Set in a historic building in Reykjavík's downtown area, Downtown Guest house Reykjavik is a family-owned accommodations just 100 feet away from Lækjartorg Square and a local bus stop. Laugavegur shopping street is right around the corner.

Rooms at Guest house Centric comes with an electric kettle and free tea and coffee facilities. Bathroom facilities are private or shared. Free WiFi is available throughout guest house. The shared kitchen and dining area is located on the third floor.

There is a popular restaurant and bar in the same building. Many other restaurants, bars, cafes and shopping are within walking distance.

Harpa Concert Hall is within 5 minutes' walk, while Iceland's Parliament House is a 3-minute walk away. Whale safari boats depart within 2,300 feet of Downtown Guest house Reykjavik.

This is our guests' favorite part of Reykjavík, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 27, 2009

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

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Guest reviews

7.7
Good · 426 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff7.7
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness7.8
  • Comfort7.8
  • Value for money8.0
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.7

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  • Sarah
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The location was ideal. We didn't run into any staff but were able to get in and find out room with easy instructions. The room was simple and all we needed. Nice shared kitchen facility. Didn't have to wait for the shower or bathroom.”
  • Brooker
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location in respect to city centre was excellent. ability to check in and out at any hour was useful.”
  • Leslie
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “No frills, but central, clean, quiet (despite bar next door), comfortable”
  • C
    Carly
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very cozy clean and cute! We loved our stay and the location was perfect!”
  • Anduena
    FinlandFinland
    “The staff was really helpful and gentle, allowing to deposit the luggage before the check in”
  • Robin
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “location was perfect for anyone without a car. walked everywhere. having the kitchen with everything you needed was a lovely plus”
  • James
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The location was excellent, right downtown by Bus Stop 3 and the main food and shopping districts and close to the harbor. The room was small but adequate and clean and comfortable, with a bed, chair, and sink. A shared bathroom and kitchen was on...”
  • Joshua
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Can be a bit noisy if you get the main roadview rooms. I slept very well.”
  • Stefano
    GermanyGermany
    “Awesome location, nice room, good value for money. It was nice to be able to use the kitchen and make some coffee (for free) in the morning.”
  • Övgü
    TurkeyTurkey
    “Location was perfect. The room was cozy and clean and we had everything we needed.”
Property questions and answers
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  • My flight is landing at 6am on February 18th. Do you do early check in or to book for the previous night and have access to the room around 8am?
    You have to book the earlier night to be able to access your room at 8 am. Guests do not have to check out till 11 am and then we clean. Some guests leave earlier and we clean earlier then. As soon as the room is clean you can have access to your room. If the previous night is not booked by anyone how ever, you may enter your room early but we are usually about 80-90% fully booked. It is an unlikely scenario. You are also welcome to drop off your bags, walk around the city or stay in our lounge area on the 3rd floor, with a kitchen and a tv with Netflix while you wait. Hope this answer your question. Regards, Olafur Gudmundsson Owner and Manager, Centric Guesthouse
    Answered on February 11, 2020
  • Do you offer baggage storage for guests leaving to do a several-day trek and returning after the trek?
    Yes that is possible.
    Answered on February 25, 2020
  • Hello, We would like to book a room from 20.11.2019. However, we will be able to check in around 00:30 21.11.2019. Would that be possible? Kind regards, Poline
    HI, yes that will be no problem. You will get a code for the front door so you can come when ever you like :) Gísli
    Answered on November 19, 2019
  • One double room left on your site for 29/08/22-2/09/22 . Can you confirm which floor and does it have a balcony
    Hi it is on 2nd floor and have balcony
    Asked about: Deluxe Double Room with Private Bathroom • Answered on July 24, 2022
  • Hello, is it possible to park somewhere around and if yes is it for free or how much is it ? Thank you.
    Here below is the parking instruction: Parking is free from 18:00 until 09:00 in the morning. On Sundays parking is free
    Answered on April 18, 2022

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Hosted by Hlynur

7.7
Host Review Score
Hlynur
This one of a kind, old Reykjavik style wooden house was built in 1904 and is one of the few surviving timber buildings of the historic downtown. It was formerly the headquarters for the Icelandic telecommunication services. Today it is an adult only hotel situated in the heart of Reykjavik. Located right at the bus stop #3 to the airport and most tour busses, right between city hall, parlament, the main street and the first schools of the city, it is fair to say, we are in the middle of it all. Surrounded by buzzing nightlife, comedy clubs, restaurants and a few minute walk from the old harbour this is a place where no car is necessary. The guesthouse is in the heart of the city so there are loud bars close by. We offer our guests to request quiet rooms on the top floors or facing the back alley. Those rooms are extra quiet and should offer a silence for deep sleep.
Our names are Floki and Patricia but we are the owners of the Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik .We would like to welcome people from all over the world to stay at our Guesthouse in heart of Reykjavik. We are family run operation that like to give our guests comfortable stay with all the events close by
Our guesthouse is located right in the city center, just minutes walk away from most of our museums and attractions. It will only take you 7 minutes to walk down to the old harbour. Our guests love the local swimming pool which is only 15 minutes walk away from our guesthouse. All the bigger bus companies do have us on their pick up list, so it is easy to attend the tours and hunt for the northern lights.
Languages spoken: German,English,Spanish,Icelandic,Dutch
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • The Parliament House
    0.1 miles
  • The Offices of the Cabinet of Iceland
    0.1 miles
  • Reykjavík City Hall
    0.1 miles
  • Reykjavik Old Harbour
    0.4 miles
  • Hljomskalagardurinn
    0.4 miles
  • Hallgrímskirkja Church
    0.4 miles
  • National Museum of Iceland
    0.5 miles
  • Solfar Sun Voyager
    0.5 miles
  • University of Iceland
    0.5 miles
  • Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool
    0.7 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Messinn
    0 miles
  • Restaurant Icelandic Street Food
    0 miles
  • Restaurant Hard Rock Café
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Most restaurants and cafés in Reykjavík are in our neighbourhood
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Drunk Rabbit
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Prikid
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Laugavegur Shopping Street
    0.8 miles
  • Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir
    0.9 miles
  • The Pearl
    1.3 miles
  • Kringlan Shopping Mall
    1.7 miles
  • Laugardalslaug Swimming Pool
    1.7 miles
  • Laugardalsholl Stadium
    1.9 miles
  • Imagine Peace Tower
    2.6 miles
  • Smáralind Shopping Center
    3.5 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain The Big Church
    0.6 miles
  • River Elliðaár
    4.3 miles
  • Lake Tjörnin - The City Pond
    0.1 miles
  • Mountain The Harbour
    0.2 miles
  • Ocean/Sea We are close to the old harbour
    0.2 miles
Ski lifts
  • Bláfjöll
    15.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Reykjavík Domestic Airport
    1.2 miles
  • Reykjavík Keflavík Airport
    23.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Icelandic
  • Dutch
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

5:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed by request
€ 30 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

FAQs about Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik

  • Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik is 500 feet from the center of Reykjavík.

  • Check-in at Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik include:

    • Single
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple
    • Double

  • The prices at Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik by:

    • Airport shuttle (public) 45min

  • Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavik offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Game room
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)