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About this property
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
- Valeria
United States
“Great location for walking to key sites around Reykavik. The cathedral was also helpful as visible guide to getting back again.” - Hattie
United States
“It was really easy to find from the bus stop. And it is by a beautiful church building” - Marshall
United States
“What an excellent location! It was so convenient! We had great walks in the city. We had two rooms and they were excellent. The kitchen and dining room was unexpected and nice. We had cereal in the morning, and they provided the cereal and...” - Christopher
United States
“Centrally located. Staff was very helpful when around. Coffee available anytime.” - Jihad
United Arab Emirates
“The room was comfortable and location was easy to access at city center. Perfect for couple with car parking at premises.” - James
United States
“The place is very clean, the location is unbelievably convenient, everything is set up for a worry free visit” - Linda
United States
“The location is incredible. Very walkable. Property owner, Elsa, was very friendly and helpful. Would recommend this property!” - Yeomans
United States
“the hosts were very hospitable. and the location. beds were super comfortable!!” - Mantara
United States
“The owner and his family were very friendly and welcoming. Felt like you were just staying at an uncle's house.” - Alice
United States
“Easy to walk to from the central bus station, very convenient to main tourist and commercial area of downtown, quiet street although a major street”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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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 print
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.