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Central Guesthouse Reykjavik

Property class: 2.5

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Breakfast area
Breakfast area
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Laufasvegur 2, Reykjavik, IS-101
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Reykjavik City Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Self Check-in)

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (Self Check-in) | Private kitchen

Studio (Self Check-in)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Reykjavik

Central Guesthouse Reykjavik places you in the centre of Reykjavik,connected to the convention centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Laugavegur and Reykjavik City Hall. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and patios. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-in. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Reykjavik guest house include Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa.
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What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Iceland Phallological Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harpa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bæjarins Beztu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BakaBaka - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Icelandic Street Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ægir Bar Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Central Guesthouse Reykjavik

A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Central Guesthouse Reykjavik also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Reykjavik guest house is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Central Guesthouse Reykjavik offers 12 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. This Reykjavik guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping centre
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Central Guesthouse
Central Reykjavik
Central Reykjavik Reykjavik
Central Guesthouse Reykjavik Reykjavik
Central Guesthouse Reykjavik Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik?

Central Guesthouse Reykjavik offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik?

Yep, Central Guesthouse Reykjavik has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Central Guesthouse Reykjavik?

The closest beach to Central Guesthouse Reykjavik is Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach (2.7 km).

What makes Central Guesthouse Reykjavik a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik?

No, Central Guesthouse Reykjavik does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Central Guesthouse Reykjavik?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Central Guesthouse Reykjavik Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 274 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay....close walking distance to the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a good stay, really enjoyed staying downtown and being able to walk everywhere. Lots of restaurants and shopping close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it's great to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katharina

Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

theresa

great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, very central location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, central, good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so convenient and excellent amenities. the host was also wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, and convenient. Found parking easily just outside the property. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jan H

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Place was simple and basic. Would stay again, no complaints.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Serhiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with lots of natural light, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice economy hotel in Old Reykjavik's city center, close to the ocean, and if you don't mind a shared bathroom (one on each floor) and the curiosity of needing to remove your shoes at the entryway. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Older rooms and not terribly quiet between rooms but great to have access to a kitchen to make breakfast or lunch. Nice walkable location and bus stop right out front. Overall, pleased with stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location. Not sure about free parking or laundry
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gillon

Great Location Youth Hostel Feel

Good location and good shared kitchen facilities. However, the private room was stuffy and the shared bathroom was mediocre.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy simple rooms just enough for us. Location awsome in the centre of Reykjavik, yet quiet. Easy to find the house and parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, right downtown and easily accessible to bus stops. Many food and shopping options around as well. It also has a very nice and homey kitchen and dining area where we could get some tea before heading for trips. Very good value !
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located. Had everything we needed for our family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lea

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and rooms were spacious. Washrooms need upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cory

Disliked: Staff & service
It was in a very convenient area. The room itself wasn’t as nice as the area, but it felt worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modest and charming, our room for four had great windows and view of the legendary concert hall...and took in the 20-hour daylight quite well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Just steps away from bus stop 2 which was used for our excursion pick ups. 5 minutes away from streets full of restaurants and bars. The room had everything we needed and was really cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chetang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process, but the parking could become difficult since its street parking. Otherwise a decent guesthouse.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023