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The 5 Best Guesthouses in Álftanes, Iceland

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Located in Álftanes, a 15-minute drive from central Reykjavík, Eyvindarholt Guesthouse features bright and modern accommodation with free WiFi, scenic views, as well as Icelandic art and design.

Produce grown on site or in a nearby greenhouse is often served for breakfast. The guesthouse offers, free private parking and a large, surrounding garden with a children's playground.

We had a feeling of staying at a relative’s house. The best host, super breakfast, just amazing.

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9.6
Exceptional
242 reviews
Price from
$288
per night

Located on Álftanes peninsula, this guest house offers cottage-style rooms with free WiFi , driftwood furniture and a flat-screen TV. Reykjavík city centre is 14 km away.

All rooms at Hlid Fisherman's Village provide tea/coffee amenities and sea views. Each room has a private bathroom with shower.

The location and view were great

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8.9
Excellent
1,696 reviews
Price from
$132
per night

At Travel Inn, guests can choose between rooms with private or shared bathrooms. Those with shared facilities have an in-room sink.

Hotel Travel Inn is 5 minutes’ walk from Nordic House Cultural Centre. Tour buses regularly depart from the nearby BSI Terminal.

If you were a fun of photography then you definitely wanna talk to Paul who run this guesthouse, it was amazing to talk with him and shared lots of gorgeous footage in Iceland!

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7.7
Good
1,795 reviews
Price from
$94
per night

Set in a building dating back to 1916, this Reykjavík guest house is within 5 minutes’ walk of the popular Laugavegur shopping street. Both WiFi and private, on-site parking are free.

Guesthouse Galtafell offers both rooms and self-catering apartments with wooden floors, an iron and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Apartments include a private bathroom and well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave and fridge.

The location is great and easy to walk to many main attractions and restaurants. The room is big and comfortable.

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8.3
Very Good
1,658 reviews
Price from
$111
per night

Ideally situated in Reykjavík, Baldursbrá Guesthouse Laufásvegur provides express check-in and check-out and parking on-site. It is situated 2.9 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach and offers private check-in and check-out. The accommodation features a hot tub, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

Good location, beautiful interiors, better price

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7.7
Good
1,795 reviews
Price from
$107
per night

This family-run guest house, 500 metres from Reykjavik Bus Terminal, is a 45-minute bus ride from Keflavik International Airport. It offers free in-room WiFi and access to a communal kitchen and dining room.

It’s really close from Hallgrimskirkja!

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7.5
Good
2,825 reviews
Price from
$90
per night

Centrally located, Guesthouse Andrea is just a 10-minutes’ walk from the city centre of Reykjavík. The self-catering accommodations offer free high-speed internet access and free parking.

At Guesthouse Andrea you will find bicycle and car rental services, tour desk and luggage storage. Breakfast is served 90 metres away at Guesthouse Aurora.

Very well located for excursion pick ups and access to city highlights. Perfect base

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7.6
Good
1,630 reviews
Price from
$100
per night

This guest house offers free Wi-Fi and parking, plus a communal lounge and terrace. Reykjavík Domestic Airport and BSÍ Bus Terminal are within 3 minutes’ drive.

Alba Guesthouse’s simple rooms feature modern décor, a wardrobe and in-room wash basin. Bathroom facilities are shared.

A warm family house. The Owner was very attentive and accomodating. He serves breakfast which sustains the traveler forta large part of the day and is included in the price. The room was spacious and clean and so were the bathrooms. highly recommended !

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7.7
Good
1,439 reviews
Price from
$106
per night

Popular points of interest near the guest house include Reykjavik Art Museum: Kjarvalsstadir, Laugavegur Shopping Street and Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre. The nearest airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, 2 km from Reykjavík Central Guesthouse.

For me, it's important to sleep well in silence. We had a very good bed and it was perfectly safe and sound, no noise or loud people in other rooms. The kitchen was excellent equipped for what we need for our stay. They have a laundry room as well, You can use it. The bathroom was clean, and everything was functional. Clean white towels are always for use. The building looks old from the outside, i don't know why, but it's pretty new everything. Very good area to go everywhere, even walking. In all, for us, this was very worthy.

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7.8
Good
246 reviews
Price from
$82
per night

A guest house nestled in the centre of Reykjavík, Freyja Guesthouse & Suites features parking on-site, free WiFi, free bikes and garden. The property is practically located near Hallgrímskirkja Church and Solfar Sun Voyager. The property has garden and city views, and is 2.7 km from Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Location was superb - just a 5mins walk to the main shopping street in Reykjavik. Room was spacious, had a huge TV with all the main streaming apps installed. Shared bathroom was really clean too. Complimentary smoothie was a plus!

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9.2
Wonderful
585 reviews
Price from
$134
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.
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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Álftanes

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 reviews
    Coast in front of the property, coast behind, amazing views. Lovely clean house, well stocked kitchen, and an absolutely incredible film collection for the evenings if you want a movie. Lovely to have chickens running around the back in the morning too. Dark in the evenings, making it perfect to view the northern lights as well. Great location, as only a 15 min drive from Reykjavík. Would recommend booking if you have a hire car.
    Thompson
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 242 reviews
    Fantastic host and breakfast (enough for later in the day). Great location to get on the road to see the sights or taxi into Reykjavik. Saw the Northern Lights from the picturesque backyard.
    Jack
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $182.63
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,696 reviews
    We decided to stay a couple extra nights in Iceland to rest up before traveling home and booked Hlid Fisherman’s village because it is secluded and quiet. It was obviously a labor of love for someone, and it shows. It is a really quaint setup and very private, but we were close enough to drive to restaurants and shopping.
    MICHAEL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $182.63
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,696 reviews
    The location was amazing, the accommodation was quirky and quaint. Great location to see the northern lights. Basic but very clean.
    Lisa HOLDEN
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 242 reviews
    Studio Apartment at Guesthouse Eyvindarholt, 225 Álftanes, near Reykjavik – in the foreground it looks towards the attractive Bessastadir, State Government Office where the President lives, Reykjavik is in the distance (20 minutes by car). The apartment is very well equipped and only missing 3 of my 16 criteria – a desk with a suitable chair and a freezer section in the fridge. Breakfast is included and consists of orange juice, yogurt, egg, fresh bread and jam, cheeses, cold meats, apple or other fruit, a slice of cake. A delightful host.
    Serious Traveller
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $182.63
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,696 reviews
    Isolated place with a nice view on the sea, charming old style village A car is needed (though there is a bus stop not too far), it is far from any shop or other activity than enjoying quietness, nature and jacuzzi
    Emmanuel
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 242 reviews
    A great host, great location, great accommodation and facilities! Hot tub would be the only possible improvement but without doubt will return. Amazing breakfast all made freshly with fantastic choice.
    Kim
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 reviews
    Everything from A to Z. Stunning view and quiet location Hosts helpful and kind. Not intrusive. A lot of utensils in the kitchen. The hot tub.
    Thomas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $182.63
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,696 reviews
    Wonderful stay in a great location, comfortable room and bedding. Staff was friendly and helpful, hot tub a great addition after a long day. Perfect for northern lights viewing, due to location in a quieter area yet still well connected with Reykjavik.
    Petri Maaninen
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 242 reviews
    What a gorgeous guesthouse! Everything was so clean and the host was so so friendly and welcoming. All of the little touches of decor really made the studio apartment welcoming and a great comfort after Afew days of hiking and being constantly on the go. The host even cooked us a beautiful breakfast each morning and delivered it to our door. Would highly recommend for those wanting to do abit around Reykjavik or flying out from Keflavik.
    Zahra
    Young couple