2,265 reviews
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$96Freyjugata 24, Reykjavik, 101, Iceland
2,265 reviews
1/34
Free wifi
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
Welcome to Guesthouse Aurora, a charming 2-star guest house located in the heart of Reykjavík, Iceland. Situated just 1.2mi from the city center, this cozy guest house offers a convenient and comfortable stay for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city. With 2265 reviews, Guesthouse Aurora has become a popular choice among visitors to Reykjavík.
Guesthouse Aurora offers a range of amenities to ensure a pleasant stay, including free wifi, private bathrooms, and a daily breakfast to start your day off right. For those traveling by car, parking is available for an additional charge. The non-smoking rooms provide a peaceful retreat after a day of sightseeing or adventures in Reykjavík.
Experience the beauty and warmth of Iceland at Guesthouse Aurora, located at Freyjugata 24. With its welcoming atmosphere and convenient location, this guest house is a fantastic choice for budget-conscious travelers seeking comfort and value during their stay in Reykjavík. Book your stay at Guesthouse Aurora for a memorable Icelandic getaway.
At Guesthouse Aurora, your payment options are flexible, with the guest house accepting cash and cards like Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, JCB, and UnionPay. This allows you to settle your bills conveniently, whether you prefer using cards or cash during your stay in Reykjavík.
The rooms at Guesthouse Aurora offer a cozy retreat for up to two adults and one child, featuring either a comfortable double bed or two separate beds. With private bathrooms and free wifi included in every room, you can relax and unwind in comfort after a day of exploring the city or embarking on exciting Icelandic adventures.
Conveniently located just 1.2mi from Reykjavík's city center, Guesthouse Aurora provides an ideal base for travelers looking to immerse themselves in Icelandic culture and charm. Whether you're enjoying the complimentary breakfast to kickstart your day or heading out for a day of sightseeing, this charming guest house offers a welcoming atmosphere for a memorable Icelandic getaway.
Closest airports
Reykjavik Airport
0.9miKeflavík International Airport
23.1miFree wifi
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
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Room, Private Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
1 Double Bed
130 sqft
Private Bathroom
Shower
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Simply furnished room that has a bathroom with a shower. Some feature a private balcony.
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Room, Shared Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
1 Double Bed
130 sqft
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Basic room with shared bathroom facilities.
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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
3 Twin Beds
160 sqft
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Basic room with shared bathroom facilities.
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Small, Shared Bathroom
1 Double Bed
85 sqft
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This double room features a shared bathroom, and heating. The unit has 1 bed.
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Family, Shared Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
2 Bunk Beds
160 sqft
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Basic room with shared bathroom facilities.
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Family, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
2 Bunk Beds
160 sqft
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Single Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Twin Bed
75 sqft
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Basic room with shared bathroom facilities.
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Standard Room
1 Double Bed
Free wifi
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Deluxe
Spa tub
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Economy, Shared Bathroom
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Grand Family Suite Panoramic, Pyramids View, Terrace
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Terrace
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1 Twin Bed
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2,265 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Susan
8.2
October 2024
Excellent location just beside the Hallgrímskirkja in Reykjavik. We were in the other property across the road so had a shared bathroom and pantry area. Breakfast was self service in the conservatory with a good selection of cereals, fresh bread and wonderful marmalade which tasted like homemade.
Too warm at times and noisy. The radiator pipes clicked through the night, we could hear people talking in the next room and traffic passing by. Electrical safety! One of the sockets beside the sink was off the wall and there were three sockets in the bathroom.
Anett
8.2
June 2025
The place has an excellent location, just around the corner from Hallgrímskirkja and practically 5 minutes from Rainbow Street. Check-in was fast, the room had a little balcony from where we could see the ocean. The room and the bathroom were both really clean. While the bathroom was shared, we had no issues with needing to wait long. The breakfast was good and diverse, a nice way to start the day. We found parking in front of the house. As we get there Friday afternoon, we only need to pay for one hour. It was a good stay and good value for money.
The stairs in the main house are a bit steep and narrow - with a large amount of luggage, it is a bit hard to get up the last floor. For us, it was not such a big issue, but for those with mobility issues (even a simple back pain) might be uncomfortable, so keep that in mind. Personally, the thing that was a minus for me was the sign signalling the emergency evacuation route. The room was quite small, and above the balcony door, we had a pretty big, electric light that made more light than what would be coming from the outside. I understand the need for signalling, it was just about the size of it. This, however, is not an issue if you use a sleeping mask.
Kirsten
9.1
March 2025
The beds were incredibly comfortable. Loved having a sink in our room. The guesthouse was relatively quiet, too. We could hardly tell that it was a full house! The location was great, right in the city center. Wi-Fi worked perfectly. Prior to coming to the guesthouse, the staff were incredibly communicative / responsive to email.
There wasn't anything that my group outright disliked. Check-in was a little confusing at first when we arrived, as we did arrive at an earlier time, which conflicted with others as they were checking out. There also isn't a true reception desk which confused us a bit. But once we found a staff member and were checked in, staying at the guesthouse was straightforward and painless.
Emily
9.1
April 2025
We had an issue with our dates on booking.com, but once we were there the staff at Guesthouse Aurora were very helpful in resolving the issue! 10/10! The breakfast at the Guesthouse was also very nice. It was a continental buffet spread with nice fresh bread and toppings. The location near the church was great because it was convenient to walk to everything in downtown Reykjavik, but far enough from the city center that it was easy to find free parking, and it was quiet at night for sleeping with the windows open.
Just keep in mind that it is a Guesthouse with shared bathrooms, the rooms are basic, you might hear a little noise from your neighbors. Not really a bad thing, it was a great value and perfect for what we were looking for, but go in with the right expectation.
William
10
May 2025
I had a fantastic experience at Guesthouse Aurora. The location is perfect — close to the city center but still in a quiet and peaceful area. The room was clean, cozy, and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The staff were friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with tips or directions. Everything was super easy and well-organized. I felt very welcome and at home here. I highly recommend this guesthouse to anyone visiting Reykjavík — I would definitely stay again!
N/A - The experience was fantastic!
Gabi
9.1
April 2025
Straight in the middle to reach every point of interest at foot. Hallgrimskirkja is only a five minute walk away. I had a double room just in front of the street. That was a little bit noisy but the room was cosy and modern. There´s a small kitchen and the bathroom ist clean and comfortable. Nothing to complain. I felt very well at this location. Surprisingly at that point of booking my accomodation I found the sculputures of Einar Jónsson nearby this location and I dearly recomment you to visit this sculpture garden.
Christina
8.2
September 2024
Very clean and comfortable and more than I was expecting in terms of room size and breakfast offerings, given the I expensive price. Excellent location for eating, shopping the central downtown area, and so convenient for the guided tour companies that pick up at Stop 8, which is in nearby landmark church parking lot. 15 minutes to a public pool/hot baths.
The room locks and main door lock at my building are noisier than typical. People lock their door when going to shared bathroom, so you might hear that a lot early or late at night. The staff you see at breakfast (maybe one person), does a good job at getting what needs to be done, done, but they don’t know answers questions that a receptionist would -ie, where is that commonly used nearby bus stop 8; how do you pay for public bus (an app).
Kurt
8.2
September 2024
Location is great, within 10-15 minute's walk of most of the areas of interest, almost all within a 30 minute walk. I was pleased to smell coffee our first morning; I didn't realize they had a Continental breakfast every day. It's simple; bread, cheeses, deli meat, some veggies, hard eggs. Our room was small and basic, but clean with a comfortable bed. Our room had a small sink, which is a plus given the shared bathroom. I really appreciated that the staff helped to favorably resolve a reservation/cancellation issue that b--king.com was no help with.
Hard boiling the eggs with about 50cc of salt per liter of water will make them easier to peel! ;-) We were without water one morning, so we went to breakfast and all was well afterwards.
Koleszynska
9.1
September 2024
I had a fantastic stay at this guesthouse! It's perfectly located, close to the main attractions and the bus station, making it easy to explore the area. Despite being so central, the Guesthouse is situated on a quiet street, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The comfortable beds made my stay even more relaxing, and the good breakfast provided in the morning. The highlight, however, was the super nice staff—they were incredibly welcoming and always ready to help with anything I needed. Highly recommend staying here!
The bathroom was clean and well-maintained, though it was a bit to small.
Magnus
10
March 2024
Very clean room, good quality typical Nordic breakfast, I liked the atmosphere of the whole place. Comfortable bed, and the room was big enough for a single room at a budget accommodation. Check in took just a few seconds, only to tell my name and then get the keys. I stayed for a whole week, using Reykjavik as a base for exploring western and southern Iceland. The price was very affordable considering how expensive accommodation is in general in Reykjavik.
I do not have any complaints!
Attractions
Hallgrim's Church (Hallgrímskirkja)
0.2miAurora Reykjavik (Northern Lights Center)
0.9miSun Voyager (Solfar)
1.4miFaxaflói Bay
2.8miThrihnukagigur Volcano
3.6miÁrbaer Open Air Museum (Árbaejarsafn)
3.8miMt. Esja
8.1miLeidarendi Lava Caves
11.2miSeltún Geothermal Area
17.4miBlue Lagoon
24miReykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River
24.2miHveragerdi
24.5miThingvellir National Park
25.6miSilfra Fissure
25.7miGlymur
26.2miAttractions
Hallgrim's Church (Hallgrímskirkja)
0.2miAurora Reykjavik (Northern Lights Center)
0.9miSun Voyager (Solfar)
1.4miFaxaflói Bay
2.8miThrihnukagigur Volcano
3.6miÁrbaer Open Air Museum (Árbaejarsafn)
3.8miMt. Esja
8.1miLeidarendi Lava Caves
11.2miSeltún Geothermal Area
17.4miBlue Lagoon
24miReykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River
24.2miHveragerdi
24.5miThingvellir National Park
25.6miSilfra Fissure
25.7miGlymur
26.2miAirports
Reykjavik Airport
0.9miKeflavík International Airport
23.1miFree wifi
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
Private Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
Shower
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Living Area
Desk
Parking
Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Discover,
Diners Club,
Mastercard,
Visa,
JCB,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
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