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Alba Guesthouse Reykjavík, Reykjavík
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About the Hotel
Eskihlid 3,
Reykjavík,
Iceland,
105,
Capital Region
Alba Guesthouse is a charming bed and breakfast located in Reykjavík's peaceful Hlíðar district. It boasts a mix of modern décor and comfortable communal areas. Visitors can easily access iconic landmarks like the Perlan dome and Hallgrimskirkja, the tallest church in the city. This guesthouse is an ideal base for exploring both the culture and natural beauty of Iceland's capital.
Location
Situated on 3 Eskihlid Street, Alba Guesthouse is conveniently located near major attractions, including Perlan and the University of Iceland. The area features natural sites like Oskjuhlid Hill and Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach. Keflavík International Airport is a 45-minute drive away, and the nearby BSÍ Bus Terminal facilitates easy transport around the city.
Rooms
Alba Guesthouse offers ten simple yet comfortable rooms designed to make guests feel at home. Each room features modern décor, a wardrobe, and an in-room wash basin. Among the accommodations are three family rooms that can host up to five individuals. Shared facilities include bathrooms that are maintained for guest convenience.
Eat & Drink
A breakfast buffet is served every morning, providing guests with a hearty start to their day. The communal lounge and terrace also offer space for socializing. Light refreshments can be enjoyed with access to tea and coffee facilities. Guests can find outdoor seating in the garden area to enjoy meals al fresco.
Leisure & Business
The guesthouse includes a range of amenities such as a terrace, garden, and laundry facilities. Tour/ticket assistance is available to help guests organize their excursions. A picnic area and barbecue grills provide leisure options for visitors. Free Wi-Fi in public areas supports both leisure and business activities.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Delicious Breakfast!
The breakfast spread was delightful, especially the little pancakes that were a highlight of my mornings!view full review
Cozy and Warm
The room's temperature was perfect for a comfortable night's sleep, and I felt right at home.view full review
Handy Kitchenette!
Having access to a small kitchenette was a lifesaver, allowing me to prepare meals easily during my stay.view full review
Comfy Beds!
The mattresses were incredibly comfortable, ensuring I woke up refreshed and ready for the day's adventures.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Ski storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Grocery shopping service
Dining
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Children
Cribs
Spa & Leisure
Sun terrace
Garden area
Room features
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Eskihlid 3,
Reykjavík,
Iceland,
105,
Capital Region
Map view
Eskihlid 3,
Reykjavík,
Iceland,
105,
Capital Region
City landmarks
Church
Hallgrimskirkja
5000 ft
Varmahlid 1 Oskjuhlid
Perlan
3300 ft
Saebraut 101
Solfar Sculpture
1.4
mi
Museums
National Museum of Iceland
1.1
mi
Museums
Icelandic Phallological Museum
4400 ft
Mall
Laugavegur
1.2
mi
Art object
The Sun Voyager
1.3
mi
Museums
Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum
4100 ft
Museums
The Settlement Exhibition
1.4
mi
Events
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
1.6
mi
Museums
Saga Museum
1.5
mi
Museums
Perlan - Wonders of Iceland
3300 ft
Tjörnin 101
Lake Tjornin
1.2
mi
Snorrabraut 37 Austurbaer
Tales from Iceland
4100 ft
Baronsstigur 45a
Sundhollin Public Baths
3400 ft
Saemundargoetu 11
Nordic House
1.1
mi
Museums
Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center
1.5
mi
Public Building
Rathhus
1.3
mi
Market
Kolaportith
1.5
mi
Eiriksgata
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson
3900 ft
Tryggvagata 11
Volcano House
1.6
mi
Kringlunni 4-12
Kringlan
1.0
mi
Museums
The Reykjavik Maritime Museum of Vikin
1.5
mi
Museums
Reykjavik Art Museum Kjarvalsstadir
3800 ft
Museums
Asgrimur Jonsson Collection
2600 ft
Parks
Parc Hljomskalagardur
4800 ft
Lokastígur 28
Cafe Loki
5000 ft
Public Building
Hofthi
1.2
mi
Lækjargata 8
Icelandic Street Food
1.3
mi
Public Building
The Culture House
1.4
mi
Nearby
Gallery
Art Gallery 101
1600 ft
Laugavegur 64
Arctic Photo
1600 ft
Restaurants
Isbudin Herdis
3000 ft
Raudararstigur 41
Ribkebab
2900 ft
Restaurant
Vitabar
4800 ft
Bergporugotu 21
Devito's
4500 ft
Laugarasvegur 126
Mai Thai
4300 ft
Laugavegi 116
Krydd & Tehusid
4100 ft
Thverholt 7
Reykjavik Roasters
4700 ft
Karastigur corner of Frakkastigur
Voffluvagninn
5100 ft
Frakkastigur 27 Hallgrimskirkja Square
FUEGO Taqueria
4200 ft
Laugavegi 107 Hlemmur foodhall
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
88%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean
convenient
limited dining options
shared bathrooms
8.8/10
Great
Rooms
8.3
Location
9.2
Service
8.8
Dining
8.2
Guest reviews
8.8/10
based on 6 review
7.8
7.8/10based on 1547 review
Roland
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.2/10
I had a great stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The dining experience could be improved with more options. The location was ideal, just a short walk from the city center and in a lovely residential neighborhood. Overall, good value for money.
Rooms
9.0
My room was cozy and clean with access to a good breakfast. The shared bathrooms were immaculate.
Service
8.0
The staff was very accommodating and helped me with printing my boarding pass. The housekeeping and grocery shopping service were convenient.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a quiet area but just a few minutes' walk from the city center. You can enjoy a pleasant walk through a picturesque park to reach the big church and the bus terminal for excursions.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed delicious home-made coffee as part of the included breakfast. The classic dishes served were satisfying.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The facilities were well-maintained and enhanced my experience.
clean
limited dining options
John
United States of America,
January
2024
9.2/10
I loved my stay at the hotel! The rooms were clean and comfy, with very clean shared bathrooms. The breakfast was delicious, and everything was in good condition. The service was top-notch, especially as they printed my boarding pass upon request. The location was perfect, just a few minutes' walk from the city center in a quiet residential neighborhood. Dining with tasty homemade coffee was a delightful experience. I couldn't have asked for more!
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were in good condition and very clean with shared but very clean bathrooms.
Service
9.0
The staff was attentive and went above and beyond to assist, even helping with my boarding pass and grocery shopping.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally situated in a quiet area close to the city center and Smart Bus main Bus Stop, making it a breeze to explore the city.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was fantastic, especially with the delicious gyu-don dishes and included tasty homemade coffee.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers excellent facilities that enhance the overall experience.
M.
United States of America,
January
2024
8.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable and clean with very nice shared bathrooms. The service was accommodating and even printed my boarding pass upon request. The location was convenient, nestled in a quiet area but just a few minutes' walk from the city center. The dining experience was delightful with tasty homemade coffee. The facilities were well-maintained and added to my overall enjoyment.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were in good condition and the breakfast was great.
Service
9.0
The staff was helpful and provided excellent service.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, just a short walk from Reykjavík city center.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the tasty home-made coffee that was included with my stay.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities and everything was well taken care of.
Allan
United Kingdom,
December
2023
8.6/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The shared bathrooms were very clean, and the breakfast was delicious. The service was top-notch, and the location was perfect for exploring the city. However, the price felt a bit high for what was offered.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were in good condition and very clean. The breakfast provided was tasty.
Service
9.0
The staff printed my boarding pass promptly and were very helpful. They even offered a grocery shopping service.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a quiet area but just a few minutes' walk from the city center. It's very convenient to access excursion buses to explore Iceland's famous places.
Dining
9.0
The included dining options were great, especially the tasty homemade coffee and delicious cakes.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
George
United States of America,
December
2023
8.6/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the service was excellent, and the location was convenient. However, the dining experience could have been better with more variety. Overall, a great value for the money.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were in good condition, and the shared bathrooms were very clean. The breakfast provided was also quite good.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful and accommodating. They printed my boarding pass promptly upon my request, and I appreciated the housekeeping and grocery shopping services.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a quiet residential neighborhood but just a short walk from the city center. It's so close to the center and within walking distance to Reykjavík city center, making it very convenient.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, especially with the tasty homemade coffee included in the breakfast. The steaks served were juicy and satisfying.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-equipped and maintained, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.
John
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, and the shared bathrooms were well maintained. The breakfast served was delicious, and the overall condition of the hotel was good. However, the price could have been more budget-friendly.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and cozy, and the shared bathrooms were well maintained.
Service
9.0
The staff was helpful and accommodating. They even printed my boarding pass upon request.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, a short walk from the city center. It's convenient for exploring the city and accessing excursion buses.
Dining
8.0
The included breakfast was tasty with home-made coffee, and they also offered delicious grilled dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered convenient facilities, making my stay comfortable.
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