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Eric the Red is a perfectly located Guest House in Reykjavik just 60m/200ft from Hallgrímskirkja Church which is the biggest church and single most central point in Reykjavik, we are in short walking distance from all the best Reykjavik has to offer, whether it’s Museums, Restaurants, Cafés, Bars, Shopping Streets, Parks, the BSi bus station, Geothermal Swimming pools or Lake Tjörnin, and yet positioned in a quiet area of the center. Eric the Red is a family run business and we try as best we can to give you the personal assistance and recommendations we would expect from our hosts whilst traveling abroad, so please don’t hesitate to ask about anything you have on your mind, we are here to assist in making your trip and experience to Iceland as pleasant as possible. We offer rooms with comforatable beds, fresh towels, free Wi-Fi and a TV. An electric kettle, tea and cups are provided in each room at Eric the Red Guest house, along with an in-room washbasin and hairdryer. Most room have a private bathroom , while few others have access to shared facilities. Guests can also relax on Eric the Red's furnished Terrace or in the Garden, however most guests prefer to have coffee or tea in our Large dining room consisting a large table that seats up to 30 Guests. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking and preparing meals.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

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

FREE parking!


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Reykjavík
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Xu
    Singapore Singapore
    2 heating in the room Some free food for breakfast in pantry Free parking at the adjacent street The church is right across
  • Isabelle
    Germany Germany
    It was very close to the city center, the beds were comfortable and we had no problems finding free parking near by. We also liked that guests were asked to take off their shoes and use the provided slippers in the house. We had a room with...
  • Marianne
    Ireland Ireland
    great, clean property. 10 mins walk from BSI bus station and is close proximity from the city centre
  • Marianne
    Ireland Ireland
    very clean apartment, with comfortable beds and pillows. easy self check-in. 10min walking distance from BSI bus stop. and very close to the city centre.
  • Melanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was excellent for Hallgrimur Church and downtown shopping areas. Easy walk to the harbour area. BSI Bus Terminal 10 minute walk. Cooking facilities in the kitchen with a fridge, toaster and cereals available for breakfast, Tea and coffee...
  • Shayla
    Australia Australia
    Loved the location! Shared bathroom was clean and well kept. There was a very friendly cat awaiting us in our room which was unexpected but we love animals.
  • Jessica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was in the perfect location, only a short walk from everything we needed/ wanted to see. There was also plenty of space for parking as we rented a car during our stay and the house was very well organised considering the number of rooms/people...
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was the key fact which was super, the shower whilst small had plenty of hot water with decent water pressure. The house was nice & warm with kitchen & dining room facilities with free cereals & coffee.
  • Jennifer
    Germany Germany
    We stayed in the separate apartment and it was very nice!
  • Joëlle
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Super stylish room with a cozy bed and a really cool shower next to the bed - such a lovely concept.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Eric the Red Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Laundry

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Croatian
  • Icelandic
  • Serbian

House rules
Eric the Red Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Visa and Mastercard.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside check-in hours, please inform Eric The Red Guesthouse in advance.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Eric the Red Guesthouse

  • Room options at Eric the Red Guesthouse include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Single
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bungalow
    • Apartment

  • The prices at Eric the Red Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Eric the Red Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Check-in at Eric the Red Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Eric the Red Guesthouse is 0.6 miles from the centre of Reykjavík. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.