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About this property

Just off the Laugavegur shopping street, Grettir Guesthouse Downtown Charm 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 650 metres from Grettir Guesthouse Downtown Charm 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the real heart of Reykjavík, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4


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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$342 for 3 nights
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free WiFi

  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Toaster
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$114 per night
Original price
US$404.89
Late Escape Deal
- US$63.35
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$341.54

US$114 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ozodbek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Best location, easy check in and professional host!
  • Michael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Well equipped, very good location, parking not too much of an issue with P2 and P3 fairly close. Very good instructions, we parked temporarily in the second hand shop carport to unload.
  • Airidas
    Iceland Iceland
    Everything was perfect! The guesthouse was cozy, spotless, and very comfortable. The location couldn’t be better — right in the heart of Reykjavík, with shops, restaurants, and attractions just steps away. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming,...
  • Maryna
    Lithuania Lithuania
    very good location, we walked around the whole center of Reykjavik. Also liked the self check-in - we arrived at 2 am and checked in without problem
  • Gina
    Australia Australia
    Clean and comfortable and photos of my room were accurate. Kitchen had a microwave and tea and coffee. Great location in the centre of town in a quiet location.
  • Elisa
    Italy Italy
    Cosy, clean, very efficient and reactive staff. City centre
  • Marcus
    United States United States
    Easy automatic check-in. Refrigerator and freezer available. Comfortable room with a small sink. We were able to leave our bags in the common area after check-out.
  • Haiqian
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Loved this place! It’s clean, easy to get around, and everything’s nicely set up. Awesome location too—right in downtown Reykjavik and close to everything!
  • Nadja
    Germany Germany
    Washbasin in my room, very clear house rules, free coffee and tea, free food shelve over the microwave. All was super clean and tidy! It’s very close to everything and was easy to find. All as described :)
  • Zanna
    Latvia Latvia
    Cozy place in very heart of the city. Location exelent for coffee shops, eating places, museums, etc. Very comfortable room, kitchen with all I need, fridge, very clean, easy to check in, I could leave my bag till evening. Worth for money. Thank...

Managed by Olga

Company review score: 8.2Based on 1,119 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Company information

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 information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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