ALBA GUESTHOUSE, Reykjavik – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Eskihlid 3,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
105,
Capital Region
Simple Guest Rooms
Alba Guesthouse offers 10 rooms with shared facilities, including 3 family rooms that accommodate up to 5 people. Rooms feature modern décor, a wardrobe, and an in-room wash basin. Each room includes free WiFi, heating, ironing facilities, and a tea and coffee maker. Some rooms offer garden views and outdoor furniture.
Daily Breakfast Buffet
A breakfast buffet is served every morning in the communal dining area. The property provides barbecue grills and a picnic area for guest use. There are no onsite restaurants, but the surrounding Hlidar area offers dining options.
Guesthouse Facilities
The property features a communal lounge, terrace, and garden area. Laundry facilities are available for guest use. The guesthouse provides tour and ticket assistance through a front desk service.
Central Hlidar Location
Alba Guesthouse is located at 3 Eskihlid Street in the quiet Hlidar residential area, 5 km from central Reykjavik. It is within walking distance of Perlan (a 25-meter dome building with shops and viewing deck) and Hallgrimskirkja church. Nearby landmarks include Einar Jonsson Sculpture Garden (1 km), Icelandic Phallological Museum (1.5 km), and Sundhollin Public Baths (1 km). Keflavík International Airport is a 45-minute drive from the nearby BSÍ Bus Terminal.
Practical Guest Services
The 24-hour front desk offers multilingual staff and tour assistance. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and free self-parking is provided. Car rental services can be arranged onsite.
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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
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Services
Grocery shopping service
Dining
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
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Location
Eskihlid 3,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
105,
Capital Region
Map view
Eskihlid 3,
Reykjavik,
Iceland,
105,
Capital Region
City landmarks
Church
Hallgrimskirkja
5000 ft
Landmark
Perlan
3300 ft
Landmark
Solfar Sculpture
1.4
mi
Museum
National Museum of Iceland
1.1
mi
Museum
Icelandic Phallological Museum
4400 ft
Mall
Laugavegur
1.2
mi
Art object
The Sun Voyager
1.3
mi
Museum
Einar Jonsson Sculpture garden and museum
4100 ft
Museum
The Settlement Exhibition
1.4
mi
Event hall
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
1.6
mi
Museum
Saga Museum
1.5
mi
Museum
Perlan - Wonders of Iceland
3300 ft
Landmark
Lake Tjornin
1.2
mi
Landmark
Tales from Iceland
4100 ft
Landmark
Sundhollin Public Baths
3400 ft
Landmark
Nordic House
1.1
mi
Museum
Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center
1.5
mi
Public Building
Rathhus
1.3
mi
Market
Kolaportith
1.5
mi
Landmark
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson
3900 ft
Landmark
Volcano House
1.6
mi
Landmark
Kringlan
1.0
mi
Museum
The Reykjavik Maritime Museum of Vikin
1.5
mi
Museum
Reykjavik Art Museum Kjarvalsstadir
3800 ft
Museum
Asgrimur Jonsson Collection
2600 ft
Park
Parc Hljomskalagardur
4800 ft
Landmark
Cafe Loki
5000 ft
Public Building
Hofthi
1.2
mi
Landmark
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
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
7.8
7.8/10 based on 1502 reviews
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,
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,
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 Reykjavik 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,
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 Reykjavik 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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