About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Old Town Reykjavik in Reykjavík offers family rooms with city views. Each room includes a sofa bed and a sofa, ensuring a relaxing stay. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a tour desk, and luggage storage. Shared bathrooms are available for added convenience. Prime Location: Located in the city center, the guest house is a short walk from Hallgrímskirkja Church (13 minutes), Reykjavik Old Harbor (6 minutes), and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Center (2625 feet). Reykjavík Domestic Airport is 0.6 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 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 9.4!


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Wendy
United States United States
The location was great, it was quiet, the beds were comfortable.
Julia
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
Absolutely love this hostel! Great location, great cozy single rooms, beds are comfortable, plenty of toilets, saw the staff cleaning the floors everyday I was there. Easy to find and even easier to access even if there’s no one physically there....
Mark
United States United States
Excellent location in the heart of Reykjavik with a nice lobby and free coffee available all day.
Valerie
United States United States
Queen bed on 3rd floor. Room was good size for hostel. Good number of WCs and clean showers. Coffee and hot water always available.
Sóley
United States United States
The perfect spot in the heart of Reykjavík. Very clean rooms.
Silvia
Germany Germany
The location was perfect and also the room was clean
Johnhglloyd
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Old Town's location is excellent, right in the historic heart of Reykjavík, steps away from the Parliament building, and close to a wide range of restaurants and bars. The room was clean and comfortable, with clean bathrooms and WCs. I was...
Pamela
United States United States
The room was comfortable and clean, always coffee at the lobby; very peaceful. The cleaning ladies very kind and helpful. Loved the sink into the room! And the possibility to regulate the temp room.
Donna
Australia Australia
Fantastic location right near the Settlement Museum, close to bus-stops for tours. Close to a mix of restaurants, cafes and grocery stores. My single room was quite small but with a comfortable bed. Really more of a hostel than a hotel so I was...
Andrew
United States United States
In a very expensive city nice to have a private space at a reasonable price.

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Property info

Old walls. Big windows. Simple rooms. This building has seen things. Now it sees travellers. A guesthouse designed to give you exactly what you need - and Reykjavík right outside the door. Old Town Reykjavik guesthouse is in one of the oldest buildings in Reykjavik. Built in 1916 it has housed a hospital, restaurants and clubs, but for the longest time, the Salvation army. The building will be renovated in 3-5 years (this is written in 2025) but until then you can see and experience the old Salvation army building in center of Reykjavik.

Neighborhood info

Guests love the Old Town Reykjavík neighborhood for its charming atmosphere, colorful streets, and easy access to the city's main attractions. The area is perfect for exploring on foot, with many popular sights just a short walk away, including Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa Concert Hall, and the scenic Sun Voyager. Guests also enjoy visiting the nearby National Museum of Iceland to learn about Iceland's rich heritage. The neighborhood offers a wide selection of cafés, restaurants, and bars, ranging from traditional Icelandic cuisine to international dining options. The Old Harbour area is also close by, where guests can join whale-watching tours, enjoy fresh seafood, and experience Reykjavík's vibrant waterfront atmosphere. With its combination of culture, history, dining, and nightlife, Old Town Reykjavík is an excellent base for discovering the best of Iceland's capital.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Old Town Reykjavik

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

House rules

Old Town Reykjavik takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages 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 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Old Town Reykjavik of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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