Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík

Property class: 2

Choose dates to view prices

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
Close to Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja, Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík provides a bar, a restaurant, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Kitchen

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Self Check-in)

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room (with Shared Bathroom - Self Check-in)

Room

Basic Single Room (with Shared Bathroom - Self Check-in)

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (with Shared Bathroom - Self Check-in)

Room

Double or Twin Room (with Shared Bathroom - Self Check-in)

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room (with Private Bathroom - Self Check-in)

Room

Standard Single Room (with Private Bathroom - Self Check-in)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, City View (Self Check-in)

Room

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, City View (Self Check-in)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment - Self Check-in

Living area

Two Bedroom Apartment - Self Check-in

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Studio Apartment - Self Check-in

Room

Studio Apartment - Self Check-in

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

You may also like

Ad
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a vase with flowers, and a lamp.

Black Pearl Luxury Apartments

Downtown Reykjavik
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 783 reviews
The price is NT$8,803
NT$9,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík is in Downtown Reykjavik neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Reykjavík 871 +/-2 and National Gallery of Iceland are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik City Museums. Þjóðmenningarhúsið and Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Reykjavik travel guide
View more Guest Houses in Reykjavik
Map
Lækjargata 6a and 6b, Reykjavik, IS-101

What's nearby

  • A street with a pink bicycle, a yellow bench, and various storefronts.
    Laugavegur
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A historic stone building with arched windows and a central entrance.
    Parliament House
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A modern building with large glass windows and a curved roof.
    Reykjavik City Hall
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by a marina with several boats.
    Harpa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Iceland Phallological Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
    3 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lemmy
    2 min walk
  • BakaBaka
    2 min walk
  • Icelandic Street Food
    1 min walk
  • Te & Kaffi
    2 min walk
  • The Laundromat Cafe
    3 min walk

About this property

Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík

  • Guesthouse near Reykjavik Harbour
  • Close to Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur, Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík provides a bar, a restaurant, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Luggage storage, a porter/bellhop, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, ovens, and toasters
    • Stovetops, spices, and cookware/dishes/utensils

Similar properties

A hot tub with two people in it, surrounded by wooden decking and plants.
CityHub Reykjavik
Downtown Reykjavik
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 714 reviews
The price is NT$3,042
NT$3,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
CityHub Reykjavik
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per person applies.

Where is Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour. Reykjavík Cathedral and Austurvöllur are just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Downtown Guesthouse Reykjavík Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 448 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 448 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 448 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 448 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 448 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Sijainti loistava.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Entry was a bit rundown and 2 flights of stairs to climb. Facilities clean and quiet. Shared bathroom and kitchen. Check-in instructions clear and easy to follow. Good location for shopping, restaurants and bus pickup.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The guesthouse is a reasonable option for a short term visitor to central Reykjavik. However, it fails to deliver on its promise to provide safe storage of luggage. The luggage room is unlocked, unsupervised (since there is never anyone at reception) and easily accessible not just to all guests but to anyone on the street who knows the outer door code which appears never to change. For that reason we had to abandon our booking and move to different accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property lobbies were dark, dingy & dirty. The room was bright but felt unclean. The towels were old and tattered. The restrooms and common areas were straightened but did not feel clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Smelly

It is close to everything, but it is a rather run down guesthouse. The smell from perfumed detergent overwhelms you as you enter the room. Made me wonder what other smells they are trying to hide. The smell was a bit easier when I had stayed a few nights (no cleaning). Otherwise reasonably clean. In the room the fire alarm were covered with a plastic bag.
Covered fire alarm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Smelly

It is close to everything, but it is a rather run down guesthouse. The smell from perfumed detergent hit you in the face as you enter the room. Made me wonder what other smells they are trying to hide. The smell was a bit easier when I had stayed a few nights (no cleaning). Otherwise reasonably clean. In the room the fire alarm were covered with a plastic bag.
Covered fire alarm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

Extremly bad! Smells, no hospitality, old and awful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Perfect location and everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Sleeping was challenging

The guesthouse has no control over the music coming from the street (teenagers playing loud music across the street until very late at night) or the bar downstairs, nor can they do anything about the noise of the pipes. Nevertheless, I would not stay in that particular room (#6) again because sleeping was very difficult. My son stayed in a studio at this guesthouse and did not experience any of these problems, so I think it is limited to that room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
リーズナブルな価格で立地条件のよい個室に泊まれる。設備の古さや下のレストランの騒音は許容範囲内です。
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not quite a motel 6 maybe a motel 2

Ick. What a dump. This place was nothing like the pictures of the outside or the inside. The window was broken, the, not reachable balcony was either covered in either mold or just filthy. The toilet seat was cracked, which gives a nice pinch to your thigh when you sit. The shower drips incessantly . The furnishings were a hodgepodge of old junk, and you can hear every foot step up stairs and using the stair case. And the shades were wonky, so they didn’t cover the window. On the flip side, the staff communicated with us very well and the beds were very comfortable. But that’s hardly a trade off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
While a bit cozy and squeaky in places, this was an affordable space for my family in the heart of Reykjavik - close to everything we wanted to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a group of 5 with young kids and were housed in two separate buildings even though we did try and communicate ahead of the trip. To get to the different buildings require you to go outside and come back in. The two properties are very old and it shows. The kitchen in the "A" building needs a lot of work where the kitchen in the "B" building is nice. We also tried to make changes to our booking (decrease the stay by one day) but via the website we could only cancel the entire stay and rebook at a higher costs. When we reached out to the operator we only received a response after we already left. I will admit that the location is nice to be used as a base location as it is close to all of the tour bus stops.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This is a good choice if you are on a severely restricted budget, but if you can afford it, choose something in a better category. There are no blackout curtains, and the curtains that are there don't fully cover the window. During a one week stay, we only saw a member of staff once, so don't count on any kind of assistance. Our room and the communal kitchen were as clean as you can get an old property. The location couldn't be better. You can easily walk to rainbow street, the church, the old harbor, the Harpa, most museums and the BSI bus terminal. Bus stop number 3 for excursion pick ups is right outside the door. This is a good choice if it is all you can afford.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Downtown Guesthouse was complex. The TL;DR/ short version: don’t expect any support if you have trouble checking in, or any other issues. The place is an okay place to stay, at best - 4 of 10 stars. Shout out to housekeeping for clean room and sheets. Management and hosts are non-existent. Make sure you get an emailed code sent to you before arrival: -- Before the “host” can respond to this review, let me point out, they trash anyone who writes this type of review as if it is the guest's fault they did not receive a code. Since the automated system through Expedia must be flawless, the guest is lying when they say they did not receive it. (See reviews from March 12 and March 6, 2024.) I called the property contact. I messaged via Expedia, I texted. Expedia is not the organization that never responded to me, a stranded traveler outside their establishment. That non-response rests squarely on the shoulders of Floki and Delve - the apparent hosts. I Literally never heard a word from them- hello/goodbye/ sorry/ go to hell. Nothing. -- Our overall stay was fine. I mean it is essentially a bed and a bathroom. “Guesthouse” implies you are a guest. And as a guest, I expected some form of “host”, Please know. There is no host here. Even Hostels have more support for travelers than this “guesthouse “ I would say the best part about the “Guesthouse” was that I could discern no bedbugs with my standard search.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation is very central and was fine for us. The room was no longer in good condition, but was okay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too Loud!

Extremely loud music from downstairs until 4 in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Good value for money

The guesthouse has a good location, I received easy instructions for check in and the room was as I expected. There are good kitchen facilities, the rooms are clean and everything works. The only minus, but a big one, was a really awful madras! And proper darkening curtains would also be a plus. I didn’t sleep very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The poor rating is not related to the guesthouse itself, but the location. While convenient, it's right on a main road and walkway for late night revellers, hence, impossible to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It met all of our overnight needs during our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and lovely. Easy to follow check in after hours. Room was simple but clean and comfortable. Bathrooms and communal kitchen were lovely. Lots of dining options close by and only about 12 minutes walk to the BSI terminal so access to local busses and tour companies was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and cozy. Excellent location right in the heart of downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This guesthouse was clean and very conveniently located, next to a prominent bus stop, restaurants, historic district and more.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very easy check in/out. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024