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Grettir Guesthouse

2.0 star property
City centre guesthouse within walking distance of Hallgrimskirkja

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Double Room
Dishwasher, toaster
Double Room | Shared kitchen facilities
Double Room | Shared kitchen facilities

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Self parking
  • Library
  • ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2025

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Double Room

Highlights

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Dishwasher
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

Highlights

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Toaster
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Grand Double Room

Grand Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Dishwasher
Toaster
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Front of property

CityHub Reykjavik

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11)
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
CityHub Reykjavik
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About the area

Map
Laugavegur 28a, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harpa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reykjavik Harbour - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 7 min drive
  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lebowski Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Einstök Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪krua Thai Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Reykjavík - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grettir Guesthouse

When you stay at Grettir Guesthouse, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Hallgrimskirkja. Also, this guest house is within a 15-minute walk of Reykjavik Harbour.

Languages

Danish, English, Icelandic

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 20
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 20

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (EUR 2.5 per stay)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Whale watching nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1901
  • ATM/banking
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 2.5 per stay

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Grettir Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grettir Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Grettir Guesthouse?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grettir Guesthouse?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 2.5 per stay.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grettir Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What's the area around Grettir Guesthouse like?
Grettir Guesthouse is located on the Strip in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 13-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 6 minutes' walk from Hallgrimskirkja.

Grettir Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Quaint stay, great location, close to everything. Only complaint is the bed and pillows were a bit uncomfortable, but overall fine for one night
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Grettir Guesthouse was amazing! Especially loved the location. The guesthouse was clean and well kept. Would recommend to anyone staying in Reykjavik!
Maury, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Steve, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

You should let people know there is one toilet and one shower for 10 people. That was not at all clear and not expected. Furthermore the bathroom floor was soaking wet all the time with no bathmat, no soap, no fan to keep it dry. Frankly the worst Airbnb experience I’ve ever had.
Laura, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I really likes the self check in. The email i received describing the digital code and process was very clear and straightforward. The room was small and the bathroom very large. The location is perfect. Right off of one of the main shopping streets.
Erin k, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

The location was great. Street parking only but free after 9
Alyssa, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The water smells very bad! Stinky! The owner of this guesthouse needs to work on that…, and it’s very difficult to locate it.
pau, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay in town!
Matthew, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

David Rush review
Very late check-in. Information in check-in email was perfect. Everything was where it said it would be. No hassles, very easy. Room was great.
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

No communication. I messaged 24 hrs before asking how I would get into the property. No reply. Luckily another guest came by while I was waiting outside. Usually you get the door code by email in advance but no. Other guest said he has the same poor experience communicating. I was in room 104 beside the bathroom and it was extremely loud. All the doors have old latches and was just quite a noisy experience. Avoid that room if you can. The towel provided was this super thin thing. Barely a bath towel. Location was good. Close walk to everything.
Jake, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

something I wished I could of read before-- this property is smack dab in the heart of downtown. It is perfect for walking around- but the parking is difficult. So here are some tricks I wish someone would of shared. When you arrive go to the 2nd hand store on Grettisgata park only to drop off your luggage (if you have a lot) Then go up a few blocks to the P3 (green) which becomes free at 1800 zone where parking is 220isk/hr instead of 600isk/hr which doesnt become free until 9-10?. if you download the parka app it will help you find cheap parking. Once I figured this out - I saved a lot of money. Then when you are leaving- walk to get your car and bring it back to the 2nd hand store again so you don't have to drag your luggage all over- they don't open until 10 which is also when you have to check out by.
LAURAANN, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything you need for an easy night’s stay. My American compatriots may find the shower a bit small compared to all the space we are used to. I liked that there was a sink in the bedroom so I really only needed the shared bathroom for the toilet. The armchair and side table were all I needed to store and repack my travel pack. Room was warm and cozy all night.
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Tess, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Such an effortless experience. Everything was as described and very nice!
Lasse, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Ok hotel
Jacqueline, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The property had very real difficulties. There were 5 rooms usually with 2 people in each room BUT the shared kitchen could hardly fit more than two people without being crowded. Given that many of the guests wanted to cook rather than dine out at the expensive cafes in the area this was very problematic. Also our room had a broken heater in it.
Janys, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The entrance to the guesthouse is down an alley. check in was simple. The space is quaint and cozy. has a very intense echo but was clean and comfortable.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We changed our plans last minute and looked for a place in the city - so glad we did. Great location, comfortable bed, and clean!
Christy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Noisy. Got locked out. Don’t recommend.
Only positives: Clean place, great location. It was incredibly noisy, both in and outside. My room was next to the bathroom, anytime some used the bathroom I pretty much heard everything. The front door alarm would beep about every 10-15 seconds. All. Night. Long. Room was next to a parking lot, so many people walking by could see right in the window. There wasn’t much lighting in the room if the shades weren’t open. Additionally, there were no signs advising to always have your room key (or don’t shut your door) because you’ll be locked out. I got up around 10pm to use the bathroom, shut my bedroom door and was locked out of my room! Luckily, there is a landline phone in the kitchen with the number listed for the property manager. Unluckily, she didn’t answer. I tried calling probably 20 times, other residents used their mobiles to try and call or message her and she didn’t answer. One of the couples was able to “guess” the lock code on the closet cupboard in the kitchen, which thankfully had spare room keys, or I would’ve been stuck sleeping in the kitchen. I’d spent 10 days previous driving the Ring Road in a camper van. All I wanted was a restful night and had anything but that. 2.5/10 - do not recommend.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The room was comfortable and spacious; kitchen area was basic with a fridge, kettle, toaster, and microwave; bathroom was sufficient but could have used more than one for five rooms. It was a cozy place though and we would stay again!
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Centrally located.
Fine, centrally located, suitable if you're busy out so it's okay as a bed set.
High St, steps off guest House..
Mohammed, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location in center of downtown
Great location. Clean and safe. Recommend!
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Two nights in Reykjavik
Nice and cute place in the heart of Reykjavik. Music festival next door was loud but more loud were the Icelanders who stayed in a room below us for that reason overall rating just ok.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review