GUESTHOUSE GALTAFELL, Reykjavik

Guesthouse Galtafell - A 1916 historic guesthouse with self-catering apartments and garden in Downtown Reykjavík

Located in the heart of Downtown Reykjavík, this 3-star Reykjavík hotel occupies a historic 1916 building with a garden and 24-hour front desk. Guesthouse Galtafell features individually decorated rooms and apartments with wooden floors, flat-screen TVs, and satellite channels. All units include private bathrooms with free toiletries, while apartments add well-equipped kitchenettes with microwaves, fridges, and electric kettles. The property maintains comprehensive safety measures, including carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and window guards. Children under 12 receive complimentary breakfast. The guesthouse sits 2296.6 ft from the National Museum of Iceland, with Hallgrimskirkja and the Einar Jonsson Museum within walking distance. Free public parking is available nearby, and an airport shuttle service operates for an additional fee.

Pros

Historic 1916 building with garden access and individual room designs

Within 1640.4 ft of major cultural sites including Nordic House and National Museum

Eight restaurants within 1640.4 ft, including Þrir frakkar and Snaps Bistro

Comprehensive safety features including multiple detection systems

Cons

Some rooms have shared bathrooms

Located 3 miles from Reykjavik Airport