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Guesthouse Galtafell

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Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
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Guesthouse Galtafell
4.5 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
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Akureyri, Iceland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

We stayed for 4 days in February and the last night was no problem to organize even though it was a last minute decision. The owner is so very nice and the location can't be beat, especially if you want a place downtown but away from the club noise. It's an historic house and location on the world politics platform... More

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Akureyri, Iceland
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

Such a treat to have found this guesthouse. I have been there alone staying in the dorm style rooms with shared kitchen, bathrooms and washing machines. Always quiet friendly travelers in the other rooms. Other times with my wife we have rented the private suites with kitchen/private bathrooms. Lots of charm. Just a 5 minute walk to anywhere you want... More

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Leeds, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012

This was the perfect place to come when we stayed in Reykjavik, brilliant location but also quiet enough when going to sleep. Also the price includes breakfast, which left us full enough to have a small lunch everyday, a bonus in a reasonably expensive city! The owner and her wonderful cat, Jelly, kept my daughter very entertained and they were... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

The hosts were extremely welcoming and helpful. They were forthcoming with advice and help including maps and ideas for trips, and very pleasant to speak to. Based very close to the town centre, we found it very easy to walk home each night, easy to park our rental car outside (though it was winter) and the place is covered with... More

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New York, New York, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

What an excellent location! The guesthouse is just a couple of minutes away from downtown in a quiet and beautiful little street. My husband had stayed at Galtafell before on his travels, and I was so happy that he took me there for our honeymoon. The staff were so lovely, friendly and helpful with their tips in regards to the... More

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New York, New York, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

I was recommended this guesthouse by friends from Paris, who had stayed there for several different occasions through the last two years. And it was abosutely fantastic! The location is extremely convenient - just a couple minutes away from downtown Reykjavik yet still in calm and beautiful neighborhood. The house is clean and charming (it actually used to be an... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2011

amazing location, fantastic rooms, great stuff and cheap price... what more do u want? this place has it all! u have to check it out! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

Location: 10' walking from the center of town where the two main shopping streets are. Stuff: thori is the most friendly person in iceland!!! She rules!!! Cleanliness: room and bathroom were very clean. Wifi: very fast even in my room. Price: compare to everything else in reykjavik, this was cheap. More

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Reykjavik, Iceland
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011

the owners are super friendly, helpful and always with a smaile in their face!! i have never met warmer people in iceland than them!!! the rooms are comfortable, big and extremely clean!!! the location is ideal, less than 10´ walking from the center. in other words if u want to enjoy reykjavik, this is the place for u!!!!!!!!!! More

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Herndon, Virginia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2011

The Galtafell is a wonderful place to stay. The location is ideal, within easy walking distance of most of Reykjavik's key attractions and very accessible while still quiet, and peaceful. The house itself is very interesting, designed by a renown Icelandic architect and full of beautiful art. The hosts are positively lovely, gracious, friendly and very accommodating. We had a... More

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Laufasvegur 46, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
Price range (per night):* INR4,053 - 10,470

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