Reykjavík: 5 Nights In The City From €502.50pp
December is the season Reykjavík was made for. Long dark nights perfect for chasing the Northern Lights, cosy cafes tucked into every corner, and a characterful 101 guesthouse just a five minute walk from Hallgrímskirkja. This one includes return Icelandair flights and 5 nights in the heart of the city, rated 9.4 for location by over 1,400 guests.
5 nights in the heart of 101 Reykjavík, return Icelandair flights and a stay rated 9.4 for location
From €502.50pp
5 nights in Reykjavík
Return Flights with Icelandair
9.4 Rated Location
Free Cancellation Available
Why We Love This Stay
🏠 The location itself
Guesthouse Galtafell sits in 101 Reykjavík, five minutes walk from Hallgrímskirkja and the Laugavegur shopping street. It scores 9.4 out of 10 for location on Booking.com from over 1,400 reviews.
❄️ December in Reykjavík
December brings long dark evenings, perfect for a chance to spot the Northern Lights, plus the whole city dressed up for the festive season with lights strung along Laugavegur and cosy cafes on every corner.
🛏️ Cosy city living
The Double or Twin Room comes with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and free WiFi, soundproofed for a quiet nights sleep after a day of exploring in the cold.
🍽️ Food and drink right outside
Restaurants including The Gallery Restaurant and Þrír Frakkar sit just 200 metres away, so you are never far from a warming bowl of soup or a hearty Icelandic dinner.
🌌 Northern Lights season
December sits right in the middle of aurora season, with long dark hours giving you the best chance of catching the lights dancing overhead on an evening tour out of the city.
🔑 Easy and flexible
Free cancellation may be available on select rates, check exact terms and dates at booking.
Your Flights
Icelandair, from €233pp.
Flights land at Keflavík International Airport, around 45 minutes from the city centre, so a transfer or FlyBus ticket into Reykjavík is needed separately.
Your Curated Package Includes
5 nights in a Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Return Icelandair flights
Free WiFi and on-site parking at the guesthouse
5 minutes walk from Laugavegur Shopping Street
Winter in the heart of 101 Reykjavík
Your Stay
Guesthouse Galtafell is set in a building dating back to 1916, in the heart of 101 Reykjavík and five minutes walk from Laugavegur shopping street. Rated 8.7 overall from over 1,400 reviews, with a 9.4 score for location, 9.0 for staff and 9.0 for cleanliness. The Double or Twin Room comes with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and free WiFi, and is soundproofed for a quiet stay. Guests consistently highlight the central yet quiet setting, the helpful hosts and how well equipped the kitchenettes are on the apartment options. Free WiFi and on-site parking are included, and the National Museum of Iceland is just 700 metres away. Smoking and pets are not permitted at this property.
Book on Booking.com for the best rate.
Optional Upgrades
Upgrade to the Signature Apartment for an extra €94.50pp, adding a private kitchen, private bathroom and a separate living space, ideal if you want extra room to spread out during your stay.
What It Feels Like
Snowy city streets
Northern Lights magic
Cosy cafe warmth
Toasty guesthouse comfort
Candlelit evenings
Wrapped up walks
Things To Do
Chase the Northern Lights
A three hour evening tour out of Reykjavík in search of the Aurora Borealis, with photo stops along the way and a lifetime guarantee to rebook for free if the lights do not appear on your first attempt. The bus includes WiFi, USB charging and an audio guide in ten languages.
Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Tour
A full day tour taking in Iceland’s three most iconic natural landmarks, Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall, finishing with a soak in the Secret Lagoon’s natural geothermal bath. Rated from over 2,100 reviews, with hotel pickup included from central Reykjavík.
Blue Lagoon Admission with Transfer
Secure prebooked entry to the Blue Lagoon, which sells out regularly without advance booking, including a towel, bathrobe, complimentary drink and a silica or algae face mask. Round trip transfer from Reykjavík is included, so there is no need to arrange your own transport.
All three experiences offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Book early and secure your spot risk-free.
💡 Pricing disclaimer: All prices quoted were correct at the time of posting and are subject to change. Flight fares are based on Ryanair basic fare (hand luggage only) and may vary depending on availability at time of booking. Accommodation rates are based on availability and may differ from those shown. We recommend checking all prices directly with the airline and hotel before booking. Terms and conditions of individual operators apply.
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