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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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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Reykjavík
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hugo
    France France
    The house itself The room The bed The kindness of the owner The location
  • Mo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was central , staff were friendly and very helpful. Very clean and bed was comfortable . I strongly recommend it .
  • Suzi
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Lovely family own it. Great rooms and facilities. Went out of their way to help on our first day.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Eric the Red Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

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

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 room.

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

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 Mastercard and Visa .


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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

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

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

  • Room options at Eric the Red Guesthouse include:

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