Alba Guesthouse – A Favorite for Families in Reykjavik
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Alba Guesthouse has 10 rooms with shared facilities, including 3 family rooms for up to 5 people. Each room includes a wardrobe, in-room wash basin, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms offer garden views and outdoor seating. Quadruple rooms feature a shared bathroom with a hairdryer, electric kettle, and complimentary chocolate.
Dining & Breakfast
A breakfast buffet is served every morning at Guesthouse Alba. The guesthouse does not have an onsite restaurant but is near local dining options in central Reykjavík.
Location & Attractions
Alba Guesthouse is in Hlidar, a quiet residential area, 1.8 mi from the University of Iceland. It is close to Perlan (1 km), Hallgrimskirkja (1.5 km), and Lake Tjornin (2 km). Keflavík International Airport is a 45-minute drive from the nearby BSÍ Bus Terminal.
Guest Services
The guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi, self-parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional amenities include tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and first aid kit.
Leisure & Nearby
Guests can explore Oskjuhlid Hill and Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach. The guesthouse is near Harpa Concert Hall (2.5 km), Solfar Sculpture (2 km), and the Icelandic Phallological Museum (1.5 km). Car rentals are available onsite.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Ski storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor