Eric the Red Guesthouse
Eric the Red Guesthouse
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Eric the Red is a perfectly located Guest House in Reykjavik just 197 ft/200ft from Hallgrímskirkja Church which is the biggest church and single most central point in Reykjavik, we are in short walking distance from all the best Reykjavik has to offer, whether it’s Museums, Restaurants, Cafés, Bars, Shopping Streets, Parks, the BSi bus station, Geothermal Swimming pools or Lake Tjörnin, and yet positioned in a quiet area of the center. Eric the Red is a family-run business and we try as best we can to give you the personal assistance and recommendations we would expect from our hosts while traveling abroad, so please don’t hesitate to ask about anything you have on your mind, we are here to assist in making your trip and experience to Iceland as pleasant as possible. We offer rooms with comforatable beds, fresh towels, free Wi-Fi and a TV. An electric kettle, tea and cups are provided in each room at Eric the Red Guest house, along with an in-room washbasin and hairdryer. Most room have a private bathroom , while few others have access to shared facilities. Guests can also relax on Eric the Red's furnished Terrace or in the Garden, however most guests prefer to have coffee or tea in our Large dining room consisting a large table that seats up to 30 Guests. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking and preparing meals.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Laundry
- Terrace
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
Monique
the United States“Great location, older home. Friendly and communicative host. Large dining room. I briefly met other guests in the kitchen and had a friendly chat. Airbnb feeling (which I like) Overall I enjoyed the stay and hope to visit again”- Esperanza the United States“Convenient location. Walking distance to tourist areas. Good value for the money. Able to cook meals was a good option as everything here are quite expensive.”
- Camila the United States“It was great to stay there, parking is easy on the street, very clean and I had everything I needed. It felt like home”
- Aira the United States“Location is prime. It's a very welcoming place that just screams home! My bathroom view was also the famous Hallgrimskirkja, which was lovely.”
- Reagan the United States“Perfect location. Our room was large and comfortable.”
- Katelyn the United States“Georg was an exceptional host. He is professional, helpful, and generous with his ideas. We loved his eclectic decor, it’s such a special space. The location is perfect - across from the very recognizable Hallgrímskirkja, which is a hub for...”
Glen
Canada“Amazing all round! Very friendly and accommodating staff, great location right by the church, clean and well laid out rooms. One of the best stays I’ve had!”- Karen-margrethe the United States“This quiet location was perfect for a short stay over. Close to Downtown and the church. For a fee manager-owner picked me up from the airport at midnight and drove me to the property. He welcomed me and gave me a tour of facility. He also...”
Evgeniia the United States“The host was super nice and allowed us to use the kitchen after hours due to our late arrival. The room had everything we needed, and the location was convenient for the bus terminal and exploring the city.”- Katzman Canada“The property is well located with free overnight parking (have to move the car by 8 am or pay a small fee). We stayed in the cottage in the back yard of the guesthouse. It's very cute and cozy, has its own fridge and bathroom, plus we were able to...”
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Amenities of Eric the Red GuesthouseGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Laundry
- Terrace
- Heating
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dryer
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
PetsPets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
- HikingAdditional charge
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Laundry
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Languages Spoken
- English
- Croatian
- Icelandic
- Serbian
House rulesEric the Red Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
If you expect to arrive outside check-in hours, please inform Eric The Red Guest house in advance.
Please inform Eric the Red Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
FAQs about Eric the Red Guesthouse
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Eric the Red Guesthouse is 0.6 miles from the center of Reykjavík. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Eric the Red Guesthouse include:
- Twin/Double
- Single
- Double
- Triple
- Bungalow
- Apartment
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The prices at Eric the Red Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Eric the Red Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Eric the Red Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
