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Guesthouse Aurora

2.0 star property
City-center guesthouse, steps from Hallgrimskirkja

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Guesthouse Aurora, nestled near Reykjavik Harbour, offers a charming retreat. Savor the breakfast and enjoy express check-in and check-out while taking advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. Multilingual staff are available to assist with concierge services or tour/ticket assistance during your stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The current price is $83
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7

Room options

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Small Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Freyjugata 24, Reykjavik, 101

What's nearby

  • Hallgrimskirkja - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Laugavegur - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Reykjavik Pond - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Harpa - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 3 min drive
  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Loki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bastard Brew and Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Babalú - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sjávargrillið - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Aurora

Guesthouse Aurora puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Hallgrimskirkja and Laugavegur. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Offsite parking within 66 ft (ISK 1900 per day)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs ISK 1900 per day (66 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International

Also known as

Guesthouse Aurora House Reykjavik
Guesthouse Aurora House
Guesthouse Aurora Reykjavik
Guesthouse Aurora
Guesthouse Aurora Reykjavik
Guesthouse Aurora Guesthouse
Guesthouse Aurora Guesthouse Reykjavik

Frequently asked questions

Does Guesthouse Aurora offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Guesthouse Aurora does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse Aurora?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Guesthouse Aurora?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Guesthouse Aurora?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Guesthouse Aurora like?

Guesthouse Aurora is in Downtown Reykjavik, a short 17-minute walk from Reykjavik Harbour and 2 minutes' walk from Hallgrimskirkja. Travelers give top marks for the guesthouse's prime location.

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Reviews

Guesthouse Aurora Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Freshly baked bread and varied breakfast options were a highlight of the stay. (36 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Kelly, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly clean , warm and cosy, simple but decent qnd varied breakfast, amazing location, staff friendly and helpful. Could not ask for more.
SUSAN, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Chrystina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean Room, Nice Staff
L, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Super easy and fast check in and out. Easy to find street parking nearby.
Natascha, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Proximity to central walking area!
Marc, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking was a bit of a challenge. Breakfast was good
Kevin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Conviniently located in the city center.
LINFEN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a short stay in Reykjavik.
Hugo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the center and comfortable beds
Nicolas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was comfortable. It included a small sink, mirror, table, chair, small space for hanging clothes, and a nice window that could be opened to let the fresh air flow. The location is great. Breakfast was good.
Patricia, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Right by the big church!! The breakfast is awesome as well
Jacob, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very convenient to walking around. Check in was pretty strict on not starting till 2pm however I was able to leave my bags there so I could walk around before checkin. Process was very easy and staff is very friendly and helpful
Sarah, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Perfecto location
Nadia, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Basic hostel stay - adequate for short term
Peter Strack, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hosts were amazing and very accommodating. They were always available to answer and ready to help with everything. We liked the location and also our accommodation was amazing! Loved their breakfast!
Mustafa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice breakfast and location and staff good stay
james, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The kitchen facilities were great. The staff was welcoming and helpful and it was nice to stay in the studio room but lots of stairs going up. Property was well maintained and a nice breakfast to start the day.
Theo, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Centrally located nice guesthouse

Clean spaces and sufficient facilities at the heart of Reykjavik. Early check in at 2PM and breakfast were nice.
Jaana, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Best thing about staying here is its location.
Angel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location in the heart of the city with nice staff and good breakfast.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good Location, rooms were clean and good breakfast
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room , great breakfast very nice staff
Dawn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, welcoming staff, clean comfortable room.
Jay, 2-night trip