Is parking available at the property?

Yes, accessible parking options are available directly at the hotel.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers breakfast on-site, allowing guests to start their day with a meal before exploring Reykjavik.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the property.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 14:00 and ends at 22:00. Check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The hotel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, ensuring comfort for guests with disabilities.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Reykjavik, close to local activities such as Reykjavik Harbour and Sky Lagoon, and cultural sites like Harpa.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

The hotel does not have a swimming pool.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not offer rollaway or extra beds. Extra-person charges may apply depending on property policy.

Guesthouse Aurora in Reykjavik

Average nightly price at Guesthouse Aurora by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$88
February	US$106
March	US$106
April	US$89
May	US$113
June	US$155
July	US$190
August	US$219
September	US$167
October	US$122
November	US$99
December	US$98

What guests think

Guesthouse Aurora is a budget guesthouse praised for its central, walkable location near Hallgrímskirkja and Bus Stop 8, with many guests highlighting friendly staff and a solid breakfast featuring fresh bread and varied options.

Rooms are small and basic, noise can carry between rooms or from the street, and many accommodations share bathrooms that can feel busy at peak times. Cleanliness feedback is generally positive but mixed, with some reports of dated or less‑maintained shared bathrooms and occasional odors. Reception is limited in hours with strict check‑in times, self check‑in and luggage storage help, and parking is on surrounding streets that can be tricky or paid. Expect a simple, centrally located stay that suits budget travelers comfortable with shared facilities.

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Facilities

Basic facilities with shared kitchens or kitchenettes in some buildings. Parking is on surrounding streets and can be limited or paid, and luggage storage is available.

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Elisabeth

21 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Guesthouse is right in the center, close to a lot of sight s. Walking to great Restaurants and shopping. Self checkout and in was great, room was clean, breakfast good. The only downside is that there was no dedicated parking space, there is free street parking, but we had to park two blocks away, because there were no spaces in front of the Guesthouse.

8

Maureen

9 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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).

10

Jamie

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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

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Maxim

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The listing on Expedia clearly says there is free parking at the property, but really there isn’t. There is -maybe- some free parking at some road a few blocks away, or maybe some free parking at a church nearby - good luck finding those. The room was cramped, tap water had sewage smell. Breakfast was nice though.

10

Erin

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

With free parking around the corner and free breakfast in the morning, this place was ideal for a couple of budget travellers. Well stocked kitchen and plenty of EU adapters to borrow if you forgot yours, the building was a bit older but maintained with care. The tenant fridge is on the upstairs, and came in handy with the kitchen downstairs. Very nice fellow guests, lots of diversity and no problems with sharing bathrooms with fellow guests.

8

Alexander

6 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Located right in the city center next to famous gorgeous Hallgrimskirkja. The check-in process was smooth. Took minutes for the stuff to show us to our room in the next door building which was 20 m walk from the reception. Stuff was very friendly and helpful. We booked the room with private bathroom, it shared common entrance with 3 other rooms that had share bathroom (no bother for us at all) and we shared the same kitchenet area with coffee maker, electric kettle, medium fridge, sink, plenty of dishes, cups, utensils etc. The room was spacious enough by European standards. Bathroom with the shower was a bit outdated but functioned well. The beds were comfortable. The breakfast was served in the main building where reception was, the standard continental variety. The parking was next-door and free (a big plus in the center of the city), but we were lucky to find nice spot right away, which could be tricky if we were arriving later in the day (we arrived around 4 pm). Overall - good stay well worth the money paid.

8

Kevin

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was a bit of a challenge. Breakfast was good

8

Kari

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was well located with free street parking nearby. Staff were friendly , room was fine. Towels could be replaced with newer ones but that's a small thing.

10

Dawn

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

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!

10

Natascha

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Super easy and fast check in and out. Easy to find street parking nearby.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and shared spaces clean, sometimes spotless, but others reported dated or less‑maintained bathrooms, occasional odors, and sporadic lapses like stained linens or dust.

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Nathalie

21 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and pleasant and staff were very helpful. Location is excellent.

8

CLAIRE ISABEL

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upon check-in, I was told we were being placed in the property's sister house across the street. We were given a set of keys along with our towels to bring across the street. There were 3 separate doors to get into the property and no explanation as to which keys were for which doors. While this wasn't a huge issue, I found the room itself to be semi-decent. The sheets seemed to be clean although there were a few stains - probably from previous guests. The room itself seemed to be clean otherwise. There was however, a horrible smell coming from the bathroom! The sink was filthy, there was barely any soap in the dispenser and the soap that did come out smelled absolutely horrible. One of the other guests left their menstrual blood on the toilet seat in the morning!!! That is not the guesthouses fault but they could do well by adding in air fresheners. If you do not mind the possible dirtiness from other guests and can do with the smell this was an okay accommodation for one night.

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Morgan

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This guesthouse was suitable for one night in the city. While the guesthouse was clean, the bedroom was incredibly hot in early September and even with the window open it didn't cool down. I tried to contact the staff via phone calls and messages but no one was able to answer. Also, the bathrooms were really dated and didn't feel super clean.

8

Evelyn

30 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The location was great. You can walk anywhere in the city sightseeing place. Breakfast wasgrwat. Homemade fresh bread every morning. The only thing which bothered mus: the toilet/shower seamed never ckeaned in the whole 4 nights we where there, beside empty the bin. Would be nice at least have it cleaned eve second day. Specially you share it with 2 other rooms, max. People using it are 6.

10

Lisa

30 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was spottless. Great breakfast. Shared restroom kept very clean throughout the day. Location is AMAZING! Parking was the only challenge.

4

Marc

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Leider hat mir der Aufenthalt nicht gefallen. War im Haus Andrea untergebracht. Zimmer war schmuddelig, stsubig und roch komisch. Bettlaken waren voller Flecken. Kissenbezug löchrig. Von mir leider keine Empfehlung...auch nicht für eine Nacht.

4

Hlynur

21 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

As a Icelandic native i dont recommend this for anyone my room was probably worse then one of the rooms in the Icelandic jail litla hraun , there was mold in the window and dust everywhere , the window was closed but you still feel the wind blowing threw , everything was very unclear with reception towels and stuff , and there was no soap in the shower , when i first arrived the clerk told me breakfast ends at 11 when i came down next morning at 10 the lady told it already ended and at 10 , beds were hard and i didn't get alot of sleep cause of it and noice at middle of the night from late check ins , recommend to pay 15thousand kónur (100$) more and stay elsewhere with cleaner nicer rooms and better service

10

Beryl

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It was very good value for money and a delicious and substantial breakfast was included. Cosy bedrooms and very clean establishment. Great location within walking distance to main attractions. Would highly recommend if you dont mind sharing a bathroom.

10

L

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean Room, Nice Staff

10

Nicolas

28 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good Guesthouse, the rooms are clean and it's convenient for a small rest in Reykjavik. Very close to shopping streets and monuments of the city. Thank you for welcoming us!

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Rooms

Rooms are small and basic with simple furnishings; some include sinks or a kitchenette. Street and hallway noise can be an issue, and a few rooms were very warm or affected by lighting.

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Shanker

21 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

room was too small with extremely low roof, have to crawl unto bed.

8

Maureen

9 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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).

8

Nicole

27 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall great place to stay, but the walls are thin. Luckily other guests were very quiet.

10

Pearly

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small rooms, quick and easy access to everything you need.

6

Morgan

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This guesthouse was suitable for one night in the city. While the guesthouse was clean, the bedroom was incredibly hot in early September and even with the window open it didn't cool down. I tried to contact the staff via phone calls and messages but no one was able to answer. Also, the bathrooms were really dated and didn't feel super clean.

8

Charly

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are small, shared bathroom, breakfast has many options to choose. Great area, easy to walk everywhere, recommend staying.

10

Patricia

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was comfortable. It included a small sink, mirror, table, chair, small space for hanging clothes, and a nice window that could be opened to let the fresh air flow. The location is great. Breakfast was good.

10

Garry

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room 33 (I believe it was) is part of the fire escape route and is rather illuminated all night long. I asked to be moved and was put in room 32 the next night, which was fine. Nice place, location and good price.

8

Julie

15 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing value for Reykjavik. Our room was a bit noisy being on street level but apart from that very central location and everything was great

4

Emma J

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Blev väckt av trafik och folk utanför långt in på natten, inte alls ljudisolerat

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Service

Staff are often friendly and helpful, and self check‑in and luggage storage make arrivals easier. However, reception hours are limited, check‑in can be strict, and some guests struggled to reach staff or had key and communication hiccups.

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10

Jamie

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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

10

Klaus

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small but clean room. No towels at arrival - have to ask for them at reception (which is only open until 18:00)

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Morgan

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This guesthouse was suitable for one night in the city. While the guesthouse was clean, the bedroom was incredibly hot in early September and even with the window open it didn't cool down. I tried to contact the staff via phone calls and messages but no one was able to answer. Also, the bathrooms were really dated and didn't feel super clean.

10

Craig

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy late check in, friendly staff and very clean and comfortable.

8

Kaylin

17 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I arrived 15 minutes after the reception hours and was emailed by Aurora to say I’d find my key on the table in the entrance. There was no key as promised. Another guest was in the same predicament. I called and the employee said he was still downstairs (location of reception was not clearly marked.) I received my keys there, one for the building next door and one for my room. Room was clean and remodeled. There is no sink. Shower is in bathroom. Breakfast decent and reached by going downstairs. Basic stay within easy walking distance of the big church, but I would recommend other accommodations if you can get them. I liked Sunna Guesthouse better and it had a personal sink and is next door.

8

Sarah

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very convenient to walking around. Check in was pretty strict on not starting till 2pm however I was able to leave my bags there so I could walk around before checkin. Process was very easy and staff is very friendly and helpful

10

Mustafa

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hosts were amazing and very accommodating. They were always available to answer and ready to help with everything. We liked the location and also our accommodation was amazing! Loved their breakfast!

10

L

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean Room, Nice Staff

6

Amelia

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Breakfast was really good. I guess they are not big on customer service. You felt you are pretty much on your own, no staff except during breakfast. Don't think I will be returning.

10

maria

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No era muy bien ubicado , excelente staff y muy amables

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Location

Consistently praised central location near Hallgrímskirkja, Bus Stop 8, BSI station, shops, and restaurants, making the city easy to explore on foot.

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Charly

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are small, shared bathroom, breakfast has many options to choose. Great area, easy to walk everywhere, recommend staying.

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Patricia

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was comfortable. It included a small sink, mirror, table, chair, small space for hanging clothes, and a nice window that could be opened to let the fresh air flow. The location is great. Breakfast was good.

10

Jacob

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right by the big church!! The breakfast is awesome as well

8

Jaehyun

17 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

위치가 좋습니다.

10

Chrystina

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

10

jesse

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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

10

Marc

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Proximity to central walking area!

8

Jaana

8 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean spaces and sufficient facilities at the heart of Reykjavik. Early check in at 2PM and breakfast were nice.

10

Dawn

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

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!

10

Natascha

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Super easy and fast check in and out. Easy to find street parking nearby.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely appreciated for variety and fresh bread, though a few guests found it average or poor and noted seasonal timing at 7:30 rather than 7:00.

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Jamie

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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

10

Jason

9 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

No frills, but we had a very comfortable stay. And the breakfast was very well done.

10

Jacob

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right by the big church!! The breakfast is awesome as well

6

Francisco

12 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Café da manhã bom variado

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jesse

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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

8

Tanja

24 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

central location, steps from the Hallgrímskirkja, and very walkable area. The single room I had was good. There is a fridge and sink in the hallway that can be used. Bathroom is modern and clean, shared with other guests. Everything was good; the breakfast buffet is very good, with lots of choices. (The only thing that was not that great was other guests arriving very late at night and being noisy.)

10

Maik

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable bed Everything very clean Superb breakfast Super Location 10 mins from central bus station Easy Check-in-out

8

Kevin

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was a bit of a challenge. Breakfast was good

8

Jamie

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in and check out Nothing fancy, very basic. Clean. But if you just need a place to sleep this worked great. It was short walk to BSI bus station and the main shopping and restaurants. Website said breakfast was 7am, I was there in September and told they were on winter hours so breakfast was not until 7:30. That is not mentioned anywhere on the website. I had 7:30 bus to catch so that was bit frustrating. Accurate changing on hours should be posted at booking.

4

Claus Lykke

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dårlige nedslidte værelser. Ekstremt dårlig morgenmad.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $114	2 $104	3 $114	4 $115	5 $120	6 $142	7 $150
8 $109	9 $104	10 $105	11 $116	12 $119	13 $110	14 $139
15 $122	16 $108	17 $104	18 $99	19 $125	20 $118	21 $146
22 $110	23 $109	24 $111	25 $111	26 $111	27 $118	28 $121
29 $114	30 $109

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11	12	13	14	15	16 $106	17 $113
18 $112	19 $119	20	21	22	23	24
25 $535	26 $106	27 $102	28 $108	29 $111	30 $114	31 $210