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Located in Snæfellsbær, Gamla Rif is housed in a over 120 years old farmhouse which was later renovated into a coffee house. Today, it is a guest house and features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. Rooms come with free WiFi and shared bathroom facilities. All units in the guest house are fitted with a coffee machine. Gamla Rif offers some rooms with sea views, and rooms have a kettle. Gamla Rif offers a sun terrace with a great view of the harbor along the glacier. Skiing is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 4:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 5:
1 twin bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.6
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Animesh
    United States of America United States of America
    Good communication. The location can't be better. Clean, tastefully decorated. Utensils and coffee/tea etc in kitchen. Comfortable bed. Warm.
  • Kathleen
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was exceptional, being close to the National Park. Breakfast was good and got us out the door at a reasonable time. Being on the coast was terrific.
  • Andrew
    Canada Canada
    Peaceful and restful place, really cozy with everything available!

Host Info

Company review score: 7.6Based on 405 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Gamla Rif or Old Rif is the oldest house in Rif, Gamla Rif is a former farmhouse and coffee house. Gamla Rif has amazing view of the glacier and the harbor and also of breiðarfjörður and the sunsets are awesome in the summer. Gamla Rif is a big house 143 squere meter and has 2 toilets shower and shared kitchen.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Gamla Rif

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 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.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about Gamla Rif

  • Gamla Rif offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding

  • Check-in at Gamla Rif is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

  • Room options at Gamla Rif include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Vacation Home

  • Gamla Rif is 3.7 miles from the center of Snæfellsbær. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.