Just off the Laugavegur shopping street, Grettir Guest house features self-service check-in. This property is a 5-minute walk from Hallgrimskirkja Church. Free WiFi is available. Grettir’s basic style rooms have in-room wash-basins and shared bathrooms. The Sundhöll Reykjavíkur public swimming pool is 2133 feet from Grettir Guest house and a variety of restaurants and cafés are found in nearby streets. The Keflavik Airport shuttle stops a 3-minute walk away. The Sun Voyager statue and seaside promenade is within a 10-minute walk of the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!


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Susannah
United States United States
The location was convenient. Check in/out were simple (self service). It is not a fancy place to stay, but it works well if you have a short stay and just want a place to keep you things, and sleep. The room was clean. The bathroom seemed clean,...
Iris
United States United States
Clean, comfortable and quaint. Close to public transportation, shopping and restaurants.
Christine
United States United States
Very comfortable bed, beautiful old guesthouse with lovely decor, small kitchen with everything needed to prepare a meal, great location
Nataliia
Canada Canada
The location is excellent—right in the heart of downtown and within walking distance of everything. We were fortunate to share the accommodation with very considerate people in the neighboring rooms, which meant it was quiet and everyone respected...
Schneider
United States United States
3 nights spent there...2 nights downstairs and one night upstairs a couple weeks later. Guesthouse is right downtown...great location. Parking is very tough...we found a street near the church for free parking, but had to walk several blocks w/...
Gabrielle
United States United States
It is well kept and the owner is very responsive to communication.
Nathalie
United States United States
The location of this stay is unbeatable - very close to the main street and attractions in Reykjavic. The room had everything I needed as well and was easy to find after asking around for exact location. Host helped check-in go smoothly as well.
Rudolf
Germany Germany
Booked in March conveniently with mobile phone in a snow storm for a fair price, because my flight was delayed. Self-check was good after I found the entrance.
Patricia
United States United States
It was nice. Great location in downtown Reykjavik near nice restaurants and shopping. Great value for budget travelers. There was a full kitchen, and the staff was responsive to all questions.
Madison
Canada Canada
The room was very clean and comfortable. The location is amazing and right downtown! Definitely exceeded my expectations and would recommend.

Managed by Olga

Company review score: 8.4Based on 1,002 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company info

I am a new owner at Grettir (2017). I am very excited to make Grettir at better, cleaner and more of a homelike place to stay at. I am a former jewelry smith with 3 boys. I like cats, good food and good company. This little house is in the best place ever here in Reykjavík downtown, everything is close by but still we have a privacy because how the house is located (back from the main street Laugavegur). Small, old and charming place with soul between all the new and luxoriuos.

Property info

Old and charming little self-service guesthouse. Simple and non complex features, feels like a home in center of Reykjavík. All shops and restaurants super close...just walk out the front door. Quiet place in the middle of downtown. Normal city center street parking.

Neighborhood info

We are located right in the city centre and as Grettisgata runs parallel to Reykjavík's most famous street - Laugavegur, you should not have any trouble finding your way back home should you get lost strolling around town. All the services and attractions that a traveller could need or want are located within walking distance. Reykjavik's famous nightlife is also centered on this area and all the best pubs, clubs, bars, theaters and restaurants are only a few steps away. Just walk out the front door. • The budget store Bónus can be found right on Laugavegur. Just turn right when you exit the gate and head up Laugavegur in the direction of the Hlemmur bus station. Bónus is on Laugavegur 59, just look for the pink pig which serves as it‘s token and the steady stream of people exiting with big bags of groceries. The opening hours vary but you are generally safe by heading there before 6 p.m.

Languages Spoken

Danish,English,Icelandic

Area info

Amenities of Grettir Guesthouse Downtown Charm

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 27
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

After booking, you will receive the door code and check-in instructions from Grettir Guest house via email.

Please note that the entrance to Grettir Guest house is through a gated underpass at Laugarvegur 28A.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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