Refurbished Flat in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area
4.9
Outstanding(65 Reviews)Apartment in Reykjavik
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
A completely restored flat in one of Reykjavik’s “funkis style” houses ( one of the first architect designed residential houses in a planned neighbourhood), located in a quiet residential area, yet less than 5 minutes walk from the main shopping street in down town Reykjavik with numerous restaurants, bars and shops in the area. The house is typical of the area and is clad with what can best be described as lava like concrete coating for protection against the elements.
Reykavik's main museums, galleries and harbour (in case you want to go whale watching) are all within 5-20 minutes walk.
Our favourite seafood restaurant, Humarhusid (the lobsterhouse) is only about 15 minutes strole down the main shopping street.
10 minutes walk down to the seafront, 15-20 min walk to Öskjuhlíð where you can see all over Reykjavik and further.
The flat is less than 5 minutes walk from the local grocery shop, pharmacy and the central bus station.
The flat is less that 3 minutes walk to an indoor swimming pool
The flat is decorated and equipped to a high standard.
The flat is heated by underfloor heating controlled with wall-mounted dials.
The flat is entered from outside, down steps through the entrance door which leads to a tiled hallway.
The kitchen is fitted with electric hob and oven, fridge and microwave. There is coffee maker and all main kitchen utensils, crockery and cutlery.
The bathroom has a large walk in rain shower, fully tiled with a wide sink and large mirror.
The bedroom has a queen sized comfortable double bed.
The open plan lounge has a sofa bed which converts to a double bed, comfortably sleeping two adults. The lounge is fitted with a 50inch smart TV and two tall wardrobe units with hangers and drawers to accommodate your clothing and luggage.
The flat has wooden flooring throughout and tiles in kitchen and bathroom.
From the hallway there is an access door leading to a shared wash room equipped with a washing machine and fold-out clothing line to dry your washing.
Reykavik's main museums, galleries and harbour (in case you want to go whale watching) are all within 5-20 minutes walk.
Our favourite seafood restaurant, Humarhusid (the lobsterhouse) is only about 15 minutes strole down the main shopping street.
10 minutes walk down to the seafront, 15-20 min walk to Öskjuhlíð where you can see all over Reykjavik and further.
The flat is less than 5 minutes walk from the local grocery shop, pharmacy and the central bus station.
The flat is less that 3 minutes walk to an indoor swimming pool
The flat is decorated and equipped to a high standard.
The flat is heated by underfloor heating controlled with wall-mounted dials.
The flat is entered from outside, down steps through the entrance door which leads to a tiled hallway.
The kitchen is fitted with electric hob and oven, fridge and microwave. There is coffee maker and all main kitchen utensils, crockery and cutlery.
The bathroom has a large walk in rain shower, fully tiled with a wide sink and large mirror.
The bedroom has a queen sized comfortable double bed.
The open plan lounge has a sofa bed which converts to a double bed, comfortably sleeping two adults. The lounge is fitted with a 50inch smart TV and two tall wardrobe units with hangers and drawers to accommodate your clothing and luggage.
The flat has wooden flooring throughout and tiles in kitchen and bathroom.
From the hallway there is an access door leading to a shared wash room equipped with a washing machine and fold-out clothing line to dry your washing.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Reykjavik
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(65 Reviews)4.9
We had a lovely stay at this apartment, July 11-20, 2024. It is centrally located and we had very easy parking for our rental car, Close to shopping, resteraunts and sight seeing. We really liked the apartment. Bus stop 11 for tour buses is just around the corner and a few blocks down, about a 10 minute walk. I highly recommend the apartment. Ulli was very good at communicating with me and made our stay very easy. Thank you, Lorie
4.9
We enjoyed our stay. Comfortable and fairly well stocked, ample street parking. No real issues. You do hear a bit of street noise and occasionally the guest in the flat above. I had a little difficulty checking in as I couldn't find the attachment showing where the lock box was, luckily the clean crew was there for the above flat and showed me.
4.9
WOW! Was I fortunate to find this spot. With more than half of my two week holiday in Iceland focused on downtown, I could walk everywhere from this place. Out to "Fly Over Iceland" at one end and then up to Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum and the Kringlan mall. The modern simple spot suit me perfectly.
"skál"
4.9
Good position, warm stay, everything as needed
4.9
Perfect location for a stay in Reykjavik! Easy parking, walking distance to downtown and affordable
4.9
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. Close enough to everything, but still free on-street parking. Excellent flat. As advertised. Great rental.
4.9
The flat was conveniently located to restaurants, groceries, and bus stops. It was clean and spacious.
4.9
Great area, walking distance to downtown,
Harpa, Perlan and the old harbor museums and restaurants.Very clean and tidy apartment. Would stay here again!
4.9
We stopped in Reykjavik for our honeymoon. This location was perfect. Close to downtown but far enough to be able easily drive to other locations. Driving in the actual downtown would be very difficult. This place had everything we needed! Great shower pressure, living room space, easy check in/out.
4.9
This basement apartment was close to everything we wanted to do in the city and is also not far from Þingvellir. We did not get the chance to see the Northern lights while staying here, but know that it is possible. We went to Sky Lagoon, which was about 12 minutes away.
The apartment itself is nicely set up with a private bedroom, spacious shower (compared to our other stays in Iceland) and a kitchen with an oven (also a rare find from our other stays).
We really enjoyed the location and the surrounding area. The only downside is the noise that trickles down from the occupants of the first floor apartment, but it wasn't a deal breaker. We would certainly stay here again.
4.9
Good sized apartment for 2-4 people with everything you would need for an affordable stay in Iceland.
4.9
Very nice flat in Reykjavik! It met all out needs on our stay. Walking distance to shopping and dining. Would recommend it for your stay.
4.9
Great spot for me and my girlfriend to stay for the start of our trip in Reykjavik. The flat had everything we needed. It was a great location for walking into downtown Reykjavik and exploring the city. We would stay there again when we come back to Iceland! 🇮🇸
4.9
Very cozy and comfortable. Fantastic location! Close to bus stops (where tours pickup), nice grocery, some restaurants.
Was only there 2 nights after a cruise, but it would have been very comfortable for longer stay. If I return to RVK, would definitely stay there again!
4.9
Nice and clean, well supplied. Good communication from the owner.
4.9
Great stay after 2 weeks in Greenland. Great location, comfortable. All good.
4.9
The rental was in a good location. It had all the necessities.
4.9
The VRBO was exactly what we hoped for-perfect location to walk and explore Reykjavik, easy parking for our car, comfortable charming accommodations and excellent communication with our host. Highly recommend staying here!
4.9
Very comfortable, great location, and easy access to downtown rejkavik!
4.9
What a great place to stay with our family. Safe, clean, updated, easy parking and great location. All we needed for our kids first international trip.
4.9
Easy check in, comfortable, convenient to the city center
4.9
Amazing location, we walked everywhere! Very comfortable, amazing down comforters! Would highly recommend!
4.9
We enjoyed our stay in Iceland. The apartment had everything we needed and was comfortable for our family of 4. We only had one noise issue from the upstairs neighbor one night. But overall a pleasant stay.
4.9
Quiet neighborhood. Apartment is located about 10 mins walk away from downtown and Hallgrímskirkja.
Kitchen is equipped for quick meals.
4.9
The apartment was clean and we had what we needed.
Size was fine for the two of us.Most very responsive.
I would probably paint the stairway and add a front pan and something to use in oven like a casserole dish
4.9
We stayed in Reykjavik for 5 days and this location was perfect, both for getting tour pick-ups and for venturing downtown. Our host was very helpful with questions and very quick to respond.
4.9
The apartment is in the perfect location to see the towncenter, tours, renting a car,etc. The host is wonderful and helpful. I highly recommend.
4.9
The place was clean, quiet and spacious. We loved the walking proximity to Hallgrimskirkja and downtown but still being in a free parking zone. We could hear the soft ringing of the church bells from our place. It was a great place to sleep off our jet lag.
4.9
First stay in Reykjavik
The place was clean, quiet and spacious. We loved the walking proximity to Hallgrimskirkja and downtown but still being in a free parking zone. We could hear the soft ringing of the church bells from our place. It was a great place to sleep off our jet lag.
4.9
The flat was simple and clean and decently stocked. It was an absolutely perfect location for what we wanted to visit in the old Reykjavik city center. We parked our car and walked everywhere!
4.9
Perfect location!
The flat was simple and clean and decently stocked. It was an absolutely perfect location for what we wanted to visit in the old Reykjavik city center. We parked our car and walked everywhere!
4.9
The best attribute of this place is it’s location and proximity to activities and tour pickup stops. We definitely would stay again.
The accommodations are simple and adequate.
4.9
Great location!
The best attribute of this place is it’s location and proximity to activities and tour pickup stops. We definitely would stay again.
The accommodations are simple and adequate.
4.9
Good, though fairly small flat. Tough stairs to front door.
We enjoyed the location of this flat - central Reykjavík (everything 2-10 min away). The owner was very helpful throughout. The unit is fairly small (maybe similar to many Reykjavík flats, though we stayed later in one much larger). Nicely furnished. My one concern is the stairwell to get to the front door - the stairs are narrow, often slick, and there is no handrail.
4.9
Strongly recommend to stay here. Very clean and nice place to stay!
4.9
Owner is very nice and provide all details
Strongly recommend to stay here. Very clean and nice place to stay!
4.9
We enjoyed our stay at this extremely convenient location. Easy walking to downtown and Old Harbour. Quiet neighborhood and very comfortable apartment. We will definitely stay here again when in Reykjavik!
4.9
Lovely property located just outside of the city center. Short walk to the famous Hallgrimskirkja church and then main thoroughfares. Many great places to eat or just have coffee/snacks.
Convenient food store is located nearby as well. Braud & Co. has terrific fresh pastries/breads. Don’t miss the Old Settlement area for quaint shops and food as well.
Of course the Reykjavík guide books will point out all the attractions; but, consider one of the Hop On- Hop Off busses to allow for a nice overview of the city and then pick your favorite spots to revisit.
Overall rating is a 5; but the location did have a fair amount of traffic noise which could be heard even w/ the windows closed. We’d still come again though 😄
4.9
Lovely property located just outside of the city center. Short walk to the famous Hallgrimskirkja church and then main thoroughfares. Many great places to eat or just have coffee/snacks.Convenient food store is located nearby as well. Braud & Co. has terrific fresh pastries/breads. Don’t miss the Old Settlement area for quaint shops and food as well.Of course the Reykjavík guide books will point out all the attractions; but, consider one of the Hop On- Hop Off busses to allow for a nice overview of the city and then pick your favorite spots to revisit.Overall rating is a 5; but the location did have a fair amount of traffic noise which could be heard even w/ the windows closed. We’d still come again though
4.9
1st Trip to Iceland
Lovely property located just outside of the city center. Short walk to the famous Hallgrimskirkja church and then main thoroughfares. Many great places to eat or just have coffee/snacks.
Convenient food store is located nearby as well. Braud & Co. has terrific fresh pastries/breads. Don’t miss the Old Settlement area for quaint shops and food as well.
Of course the Reykjavík guide books will point out all the attractions; but, consider one of the Hop On- Hop Off busses to allow for a nice overview of the city and then pick your favorite spots to revisit.
Overall rating is a 5; but the location did have a fair amount of traffic noise which could be heard even w/ the windows closed. We’d still come again though 😄�
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Reykjavik?
The average price for a rental in Reykjavik is R 2,699 per night. This rental is R 73 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Refurbished Flat in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Refurbished Flat in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Refurbished Flat in Central Reykjavik in a Quiet Residential Area?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and hot tub or spa.
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