GUESTHOUSE AURORA, Reykjavik – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Freyjugata 24,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
101,
Capital Region
Simple Accommodations
Guesthouse Aurora offers 25 basic rooms with refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms include a wash basin, with some featuring a private balcony. Bathroom facilities are shared and include showers with heating.
Complimentary Breakfast Included
A complimentary breakfast is served daily from 7 AM. Guests can prepare meals in the shared communal kitchen, which includes free laundry facilities.
Self-Service Facilities
The guesthouse provides a shared kitchen for meal preparation and free laundry facilities. Coffee and tea are available in common areas. High-speed WiFi is accessible throughout the property.
Central Reykjavík Location
Located in the Thingholt neighborhood, Guesthouse Aurora is 800 meters from the National Museum of Iceland and a 3-minute walk from Hallgrimskirkja. Harpa Concert Hall is 0.8 miles away. Reykjavik harbour with whale watching tours is 1.5 km from the property. Free public parking is available nearby and car hire services are offered on site.
Practical Guest Services
The 24-hour front desk provides tour planning, airport shuttles, and restaurant recommendations. Services include dry cleaning, luggage storage, and multilingual staff assistance. The area is popular for hiking activities.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Off-site car park
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
Shared kitchen
Services
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
Cots
Room features
Heating
Self-catering
Shared kitchen
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Location
Freyjugata 24,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
101,
Capital Region
Map view
Freyjugata 24,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
101,
Capital Region
City landmarks
Museum
National Museum of Iceland
3900 ft
Museum
The Settlement Exhibition
3900 ft
Event hall
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
3700 ft
Museum
Icelandic Phallological Museum
2800 ft
Art object
The Sun Voyager
3000 ft
Public Building
Rathhus
3900 ft
Market
Kolaportith
3900 ft
Landmark
Perlan
1.2
mi
Mall
Laugavegur
3700 ft
Landmark
Volcano House
3900 ft
Landmark
Nordic House
3900 ft
Landmark
Solfar Sculpture
1.4
mi
Museum
Reykjavik Museum of Photography
3900 ft
Landmark
Tales from Iceland
2800 ft
Museum
Saga Museum
5000 ft
Marina
Old Harbour
3900 ft
Park
Austurvollur Square
3900 ft
Museum
National Museum
2800 ft
Landmark
Sundhollin Public Baths
2800 ft
Museum
The Icelandic Punk Museum
3900 ft
Museum
Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus
3900 ft
Public Building
The Parliament House
3900 ft
Nearby
Church
Hallgrimskirkja
1100 ft
Museum
Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum
1100 ft
Tjörnin 101
Lake Tjornin
2000 ft
Eiriksgata
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson
1200 ft
Park
Parc Hljomskalagardur
2000 ft
Public Building
The Culture House
1900 ft
Gallery
National Gallery of Iceland
1600 ft
Museum
Asgrimur Jonsson Collection
1000 ft
Restaurants
Reykjavik Street Dog
800 ft
Skolavordustigur 40 near Hallgrimskirkja Church
Cafe Babalu
1100 ft
Skolavoerdustigur 22a 101 Reykjavik
Noodle
1200 ft
103 Laugavegur
Braud & Co
1300 ft
16
Reykjavik Roasters
1200 ft
Karastigur corner of Frakkastigur
Voffluvagninn
900 ft
Frakkastigur 27 Hallgrimskirkja Square
Krua Thai
1200 ft
Skolavoerdustigur 21a
Kaffifelagid
1200 ft
Skolavoerdustigur
Drekinn
1200 ft
Njalsgata 23
Vitabar
1600 ft
Bergporugotu 21
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
60%
enjoyed their stay & would return
6.0/10
Guest rating
Rooms
8.7
Location
9.2
Service
9.0
Dining
7.5
Guest reviews
6.0/10
based on 6 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 2266 reviews
Danielle
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.4/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location is fantastic, close to amazing restaurants and right in front of a beautiful church. The rooms were comfortable, and the service was top-notch. However, the dining options were a bit limited. Overall, a great value for the price.
Rooms
8.0
My room was cozy and comfortable with all the necessary amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to help with all our needs, making our stay truly enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is ideal, close to everything you need for a perfect vacation.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast included delicious home-baked bread, making mornings delightful.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and convenient for guests.
Ashley
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.4/10
What an amazing find! The hotel is in a perfect location, just steps away from the city center and close to a well-known landmark. The rooms are fantastic and the service was top-notch. However, the dining options were a bit lacking, and the price could be considered a bit high. But overall, a great stay!
Rooms
9.0
The room with a shared bathroom and double bed was impeccable.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful with all our queries and even made a booking at our request.
Location
8.0
The hotel is pretty close to the city center, making it so convenient to explore the area.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience with warm bread was delightful.
Facilities
8.0
The laundry service was a great bonus during our stay.
Robert
United States,
February
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is superb, right in the heart of Reykjavik and close to everything I needed. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the service was exceptional. However, the dining options were a bit limited. The facilities were great and added to my overall experience.
Rooms
9.0
My room was clean and comfortable, providing a cozy environment for a good night's rest.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to assist with all my queries, making my stay stress-free and enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location in the heart of Reykjavik was a major plus, making it convenient to explore the city.
Dining
7.0
While the dining experience was satisfactory, I wished for a bit more variety in the menu choices.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything I needed during my stay.
Paul
United States,
February
2024
8.2/10
I had a great stay at the hotel, located close to downtown Reykjavik with easy access to everything. The rooms were comfortable despite having a shared bathroom, and the service was exceptionally helpful. The dining experience offered delicious fresh bread, but the facilities were somewhat limited. Overall, a good value for the price.
Rooms
8.0
The room with a shared bathroom was comfortable and clean.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful with all our queries and made a booking at our request.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located in the neighborhood, close to everything in downtown Reykjavik.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was fantastic with excellent fresh bread served.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but somewhat limited.
Samuel
United States,
January
2024
8.8/10
The hotel's location was fantastic, very close to the city center, making it convenient to explore. The rooms were cozy and clean, providing a comfortable stay. The service was excellent, with the staff being extremely helpful and accommodating. The dining offered delicious home-made desserts, adding to the overall experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were cozy and clean, providing a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful with our queries and made a booking at our request.
Location
9.0
The hotel is very close to the city center, making it convenient to explore.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful with delicious home-made desserts.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers laundry services and tours/ticket assistance.
Dennis
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean, the staff was extremely helpful, and the location was just perfect. However, the dining options were limited, and some facilities could be improved.
Rooms
9.0
The room with 3 single beds and a private bathroom was impeccably clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly helpful with all our queries and even assisted us in making a booking at our request. They also provided laundry service and helped arrange tours and tickets.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in the neighborhood close to the most beautiful church in Reykjavik and just a short distance from the old downtown core. It's very convenient for exploring the downtown area.
Dining
7.0
Although the dining did not offer a wide variety, the warm breads provided were delightful.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were satisfactory, but there is room for improvement, especially in terms of dining options.