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Njálsgata 43, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

#42 of 281 Holiday rentals in Reykjavík

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Review score

Based on 82 apartment reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was very convenient! East walk to shops, restaurants and some sites. The apartment had everything we needed but was a little tight for 4 people.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    10
    The alert
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was just what we needed

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    9.0
    Traditional house in great central location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Microwave needed to be on a table, would have liked bedside units with lamps and a blackout blind in the bedroom (went in June during midnight sun season). No dishwasher tablets, but not a problem to wash-up instead as that is what we are used to.

    Easy to find apartment, always wanted to stay in an authentic Icelandic coloured house. Very quiet area although only a few streets up from main street. Safe to walk around, lots of cafe's and restaurants and supermarkets or corner shops. Not far to walk from drop off/pick up bus stop just 5 minutes and 12 minutes from tour bus stop for day trips. Lovely shower with plenty of hot water, comfy beds with own single duvet each.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    10
    fabulous and highly recommended
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Could use some blackout curtains in the bedroom. I had trouble sleeping because of the light.

    amazing location, very cute and comfortable. I was very happy there.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This apartment is fantastic. Great location and close to everything we wanted to see. It is warm, tidy, comfortable, and had everything needed for a great stay. Especially the coffee machine... that got some good usage!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything was great

    Great little place, great location, owner was very nice and welcoming too!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    8.0
    Charming place. Comfy and well equipped in fantastic part of town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was great. A more modern tv or set top box with access to apps such as Netflix etc would have been nice.

    Great location. Charming period property. Well equipped.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    9.0
    Brilliant, would highly recommend Live As Locals
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Superb location in the city centre. Close to everything but in a nice quiet street. Host was very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    This is by far the best trip my son and I have been on. Iceland is amazing and the people are kind.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 10 nights

    It was great as is!

    Maria was exceptionally nice and welcomed us with a box of Christmas Iceland Chocolates! The apartment is in an excellent location for shopping, eating and seeing the beautiful surroundings. The bus stop 9 is close enough to make it convenient to travel to excursions.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    It was perfect for both local activities & getting out and about beyond the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Minor points/suggestion; to have some additional small lighting for the bedroom, reading etc.. Floor mop for the bathroom, the shower water runs around into the main area.

    We were comfortable and it’s always great to have the flexibility to cook in or go out. The kitchen has all you need for a short stay. Super comfortable bed & lovely shower/bathroom. It was perfect for both local activities & getting out and about beyond the city.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    10
    Perfect home base for exploring downtown Reykjavík
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Location. Quality appliances. Cosy

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    9.0
    Great location, good facilities, and a small yet cozy atmosphere. I'm happy with my experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only hiccup during our stay was the absence of an iron. While I understand it wasn't explicitly mentioned, we somehow expected one to be available. That aside, it's the only area that could use a bit of improvement. Overall, still a great experience!

    I absolutely loved the location of this place! Everything was within walking distance, making it a breeze to explore the city without needing to rely on a car.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    10
    Close to attraction, eatries, supermarket. We enjoy the stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Yes, clean, quiet, very nice apartment

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would advise you to get warm pejamas, its relatively warm but you'll still need to dress heavily in winter when u sleep. As windows do leak cold air

    Great location. Communication and checkin was easy, staff were helpful and kind. Has everything you need in your stay ❤️

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Host was so so nice that I remember how nice she was a month later. She gave lots of recommendations for the local area and was really welcoming. It was super easy to get the keys and is in a super central location without being too overwhelming or loud

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The apartment was very clean and well equipped. In a great location. Would recommend as a place to stay.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 6 nights

    We stayed for a week, they left 2 rolls of toilet paper which obviously not enough. The apartment is very small it's hard to walk around, I think it's most suitable for a couple and not more. Parking in this area is an issue. There was another guest above us - the noise was sometimes horrible, you could hear every step they took. It was kind of hard to deal with the lock at the door.

    Nice location. Great shower. Most of what you need is there. The host was available on the phone and very friendly. This place should be good for a couple.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    9.0
    We would stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedroom a bit small

    Location Cleanliness Help from Maria

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    Ideal place to rent to visit Reykjavic and Iceland
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot water comes directly from a central system from the city so the smell is really sulphuric. That is all.

    Cosy apartment, very clean and close to the city center. Only a few 100m. Traffic is very limited so it is a quiet neighborhood. Restaurants and bars are very close. Also very close to a busstop for all your visits. Cold water is pure drinking water so no need to buy bottled water. In iceland they do not do that.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    9.0
    Perfect location, everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The queen was two twins pushed together, and there were two twin quilts, though we had that throughout Iceland. We had a (friendly) neighborhood cat appear on our bed one night, apparently got in through an open upper window.

    Perfect location, a quick walk to restaurants and the harbor, but also to the bus terminal where the excursion buses leave. Maria was very friendly and responsive. The apartment has everything you'd need with a kitchen, table, couch and TV. The bed was comfy. It's generally a quiet neighborhood though the bedroom window is on the street and you do hear people walking by at night.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    9.0
    Great super cozy home away from home in Reykjavik!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only challenge was the door handle, which was a bit sticky.

    This cozy downstairs apartment was perfect for our family trip to Reykjavik! The location is great, walking distance to everything but super quiet and mellow. Great coffee maker, all loaded up, and lovely kitchen, nice dining table and comfy bed/pullout. So loved the whole area and felt indeed like locals:)) Thank you!!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    10
    A cozy welcoming, stay in the middle of city!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was honestly nothing I can say that was really negative! Being a property renter myself, all I can do is suggest the following to make it an 11 out of 10! Disposable paper towels and a sweeper (for cleaning up after my kids!) Antibacterial hand sanitizer Basic cooking oils like olive oil to prepare a light meal Reading lamps in the bedroom

    Maria's place was amazing. You cannot get a better location if you want to be in the center of the city. We gladly were able to meet Maria to get the keys and settle in as we were tired from driving all day. What we really enjoyed was the exceptional pillows, bedding and mattress - we are a bit picky about these things, especially pillows and these were perfect. Everything was tidy and to a good standard. We would return again when we come back to Reykjavik!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    9.0
    It was a very comfortable place to stay as a family, highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wished we had a bottle of cooking oil. Saw on the review there was a washing machine on site, didn’t see it.

    Close proximity to all landmarks, having the house to ourselves, the DeLonghi espresso machine.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    excellent location!

    Stayed in June 2023

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