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Skalholtsstigur 2a, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
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Castle House Luxury Apartments
Ranked #1 of 38 hotels in Reykjavik
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very clean(15)
  • Great location(8)
  • Will definitely stay(5)
  • Would definitely stay(5)
  • Great value(5)
  • Tour operator(4)
  • Quiet street(4)
  • Free wifi(4)
  • Short walk(4)
  • Grocery store(4)
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Nottingham, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
“Didn't feel particularly "luxury"...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
7
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This is one of those reviews where I think the only way to do it justice is to look at the pros and cons in turn. (I should also mention, before I start, that we had apartment 64, which is one of the cheaper double options). So that out of the way, here goes...

Pros - it is well located close to the centre of Reykjavik (both the shopping/restaurant/cafe area and the harbour) and in a nice area, it has basic cooking facilities (although not an oven), the cleaners wash up your pots and pans for you, and the radiators were good and massivley appreciated after days out in the cold/wet.

Cons - it is very basic (and certainly not anywhere close to the titular "luxury"), the double bed is actually a pull out leather sofa which isn't particularly comfortable (to the point we couldn't both sleep on it), the decor is dated and the bathroom (shower in particular) shows sign of mould.

Overall I wasn't particularly impressed and was surprised it gets such a high rating on TripAdvisor. Don't get me wrong, it's fine and the location is very good, just don't go expecting luxury, otherwise you'll be sorely disappointed.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Ingibergur Thorkelsson, Manager at Castle House Luxury Apartments, responded to this review
3 February 2012
Thank you for your review. You booked a "Budget Twin Studio" which means apt. 64.

It does not have a double sofa, it has a single bed and a single sleeping sofa. I am not surprised you could not fit 2 people on the sofa and think you are brave to have tried.

At the time of booking I sent you a complete description of the apartment including pictures. I agree the bathroom needs an update. We are in the process of refurbishing all the bathrooms and will soon finish this task.

We have one twin studio, most of our apartments are one bedroom apartments. You can see pictures and descriptions of all our apartments if you click on "Hotel Website" at the top of these listings.
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Misha098
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great Value 'Home away from Home'”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

Booked the 3 bedroom apartment in which I was pleasantly surprised with the spaciousness and the homely feel with loads of books and all the essentials.
Location is very close to the centre of town.
I would definitely recommend staying here.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Simply excellent.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

we picked a twin bed private suite. We stayed in two hostel / hotel before staying ar castle house. This was the best and had everything we need, clean toilet, mini kitchen, clean beds, excellent location etc, and near to the pond with so many ducks and gooses! It was actually sharing the same price with a 6 bed female dorm in one of the hostel in Reykjavik. Reli worth staying there. Definitely stay there again!

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Just right!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
3
people found this review helpful

We arrived at airport and purchased our flybus + tickets.Arrived at BSI Station and transfered to a smaller bus to be taken to our accomodation!
We were taken to Hotel Holt and told that was the closest stop.Not a problem as we asked directions and set off down the hill lots of laughing along the way dragging our suit cases like mini snow ploughs!
Arrived at Castle house pressed buzzer,straight in,key and instructions to App 60 on table.
This apartment is one of 2 around the side of the building.A shared hallway which was warm and secure for leaving wet boots.
The apatment was perfect.Spotlessly clean,comfy bed.well equiped kitchen (no oven)there is a hob and microwave so no problem what so ever.
The bathroom is a wetroom with heated floor so you do get a puddle when showering.If you turn water pressure down slightly its fine,but then your given so many towels we just popped one on the floor.If your used to a wet room as we are its fine.
Really warm cozy comfy apartment.Hubby loved the recliner chair!
We ordered shopping which was all there and perfect for when we arrived (just remembered i still havent paid for it,must do that now)
We want to go back to Iceland and will book again at Castle house.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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IcelanderReykjavik, Manager at Castle House Luxury Apartments, responded to this review
6 January 2012
Thanks for a great review. There are two airport buses:

The Flybus, which you took, and which refuses to stop at the smaller hotels,
drives right past them.

Then there is the Airportexpress (dot is) which delivers our guests to our doorstep
and picks them up for going to the airport.

I highly reccomend the Airportexpress bus, a much better choice for our guests.
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Brighton
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“A Merry Christmas in Reykjavik”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

When we arrived at the airport, we were a little worried as we had pre booked the airport express bus and our flight had been delayed. However, the driver was waiting for us and after dropping off one other hotel dropped us off right at the door of the apartments.



Check in was a breeze and we soon settled in with a nice cup of tea and a little exploration of the apartment The apartments are very well presented and have everything that we needed for our self catering holiday. The bathroom in particular was finished to a great standard and even has under-floor heating.

The location is fantastic – so close to the city centre, yet far enough out not to be disturbed by city night life.

The Christmas vibe and all those lights were just amazing!

We hope to return to Reykjavik and when we do we WILL be staying here again

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Skalholtsstigur 2a, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
Price range (per night):* INR2,173 - 22,236

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