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
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
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
$122 nightly
The total price is $142
$142 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total includes taxes and fees
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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
129 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom
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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Single Room, Shared Bathroom
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
75 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Small Double Room, Shared Bathroom
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Lebowski Bar - 6 min walk
Café Loki - 2 min walk
Reykjavík Roasters - 4 min walk
ROK - 3 min walk
Dillon Whiskey Bar - 7 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 City Hall and Harpa are within a 15-minute walk. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
Catalan, English, Icelandic, Spanish
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
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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.
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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Guesthouse Aurora Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options, including freshly baked bread, and was a great value for the price. (30 reviews)
Free parking was available nearby, with some guests finding a spot right outside, making it a convenient option. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Clean, affordable place to stay
Great, clean room to crash in while in Reykjavík, especially for the price. Nothing fancy. Slightly small for four adults. Great free breakfast.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 8, 2025
Centrally located nice guesthouse
Clean spaces and sufficient facilities at the heart of Reykjavik. Early check in at 2PM and breakfast were nice.
Jaana
Jaana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2025
Basic but adequate. Good location.
We stayed here twice. It wasn't flash but was all we needed. Unfortunately both times we had to leave before breakfast was served so unable to comment on that.
It was a shared bathroom but we didn't have any issues with that - it was kept clean and was available when needed.
We had a wee visitor through the window which was fun.
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Great place
Very helpful staff - travelling with a baby and the cot was already in the room. Stored our luggage for us upon arrival.
Great breakfast - perfect location for our short stay in Reyktavik
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Nice stay / Twin Room Private
Super friendly staff, this was a good option for staying within walking distance of the popular tourist areas :-)
Sherrie
Sherrie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Easy late check in, friendly staff and very clean and comfortable.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
I needed to make a last-minute reservation in Reykjavik and looked at Guesthouse Aurora primarily based on price and location. And it didn't disappoint. I had a clean room, clean shared bathroom and a good breakfast in a safe area very close to Hallgrímskirkja church. They also can do laundry for a cost and hold luggage.
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2024
Nice breakfast and location and staff good stay
james
james, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Budget but great value and location
This is a budget guesthouse. That being said, the staff was very responsive booking us a return bus pickup to the airport and the breakfast was varied with fresh baked bread.
Lisa
Lisa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Clean inviting and friendly guesthouse in the heart of Reykjavik. Right by bus stop 8, perfect for tour pick ups, and an easy walk to the Main Street with food. Community pool within walking distance as well. Felt safe and comfortable as a female solo traveler. I stayed in the second building, which was also an apartment building on the other side. I needed 3 keys to get into my room which made me feel extra safe and comfortable. Breakfast was fresh buffet style and perfect to grab before a long day of adventures
jesse
jesse, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
We had a great time at Guesthouse Aurora. It is located right next Hallgrimskirkja, shopping, dining, and old Reykjavík. It was a five minute walk to the BSI bus station where many of our day tours left from.We had a kitchenette and were able to cook for ourselves. Everyone was very nice and they allowed us to store our luggage on day one and our last day before and after check in and check out. Breakfast had many options. The price was price was great for all these amenities!
Dawn
Dawn, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
This quiet refuge was easy to find on our layover in Reykjavik. Check in was convenient even after hours. Lovely restaurants nearby.
Emmely
Emmely, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2023
Great location in the heart of the city with nice staff and good breakfast.
Igor
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Best place to stay in Reykjavik for few days
Live this place
Sink in my room ❤️
Comfy room
Nice and large desk❤️
Very nice breakfast ❤️👍
Tanguay
Tanguay, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 1, 2023
Best thing about staying here is its location.
Angel
Angel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2023
Great location, welcoming staff, clean comfortable room.
Jay
Jay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2024
Happy Stay in Reykjavik
Very comfortable bed
Everything very clean
Superb breakfast
Super Location 10 mins from central bus station
Easy Check-in-out
Maik
Maik, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 21, 2025
room was too small with extremely low roof, have to crawl unto bed.
Shanker
Shanker, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2023
Lovely place to stay
Room was clean and pleasant and staff were very helpful. Location is excellent.
Nathalie
Nathalie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2023
It was a nice stay
Andre
Andre, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2024
Near Hallgrimskirkja Church and within 10 minutes walk to downtown and Central bus station the guesthouse is in great location.
Lovely breakfast with warm breads in the morning. My room had a kitchenette which allowed me to make some meals (money saving as eating out is expensive).
Maureen
Maureen, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2024
It was a good area with in walking distance off everything.
Caroline
Caroline, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 8, 2023
Nice location
Stephen
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Loved having a sink in room w shared bathroom situation. easy access, great breakfast!
Gretchen M
Gretchen M, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2023
We found the place ideal for our requirements for the night.