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Newly renovated city centre penthouse

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg
  • Place, Laugavegur
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hallgrimskirkja
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Newly renovated city centre penthouse

Summary:
A stunning newly renovated apartment on the main street. An open kitchen/dinning area makes this the perfect apartment to spend time with your friends and family during your holiday in Iceland. The apartment has two spacious bedrooms and two seperat sleeping couches in the living room.

Amazing view of Hallgrímskirkja from the spacious balcony.

Located right on the main street, restaurants, shops, museums are only a step away.

Guest Access:
Check in at your own convenience with our simple self-check-in process. Check-in details will be sent via email before arrival, and support is available 24/7 if needed.

Guests have access to the whole apartment. Everything within the apartment is private and for you to use at your convenience.

Getting Around:
Public transport from here is very good. The main bus station (Hlemmur) is within 5 minute walk. There are tons of bars and restaurants within few minute walking distance. There is limited parking due to the location and most spaces are pay and display but are free overnight

Other Things to Note:
Cots, cribs, high seats and other children/baby furniture are available upon request.

Important note! In Iceland beer, wine and liquor is only sold in one chain of stores called "Vínbúðin" (apart from restaurants and bars).

The washing machine and dryer are located in the basement of the building and are shared with 2 other apartments.

We have cameras monitoring the common areas of the building and front doors, for your safety

Interaction with Guests:
We are ALWAYS available for you for any matter.
We answer online and via email promptly but in case of emergencies our phone number is listed in our arrival info document.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

• No smoking • No pets • No parties or events • Check-in is anytime after 4:00 PM

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10661478
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Reykjavik

Downtown Reykjavik, a neighbourhood in Reykjavik, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Reykjavik Pond and Oskjuhlid Hill, while Harpa and National Theatre of Iceland are cultural highlights. Þjóðmenningarhúsið and Sundhollin are also worth visiting.
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Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg

What's nearby

  • Laugavegur - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hallgrimskirkja - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Theatre of Iceland - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Harpa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reykjavik City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakarí Sandholt - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dillon Whiskey Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Svarta Kaffið - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Te & Kaffi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Reykjavik Roasters - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly renovated city centre penthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Newly renovated city centre penthouse?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newly renovated city centre penthouse on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$519, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Newly renovated city centre penthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly renovated city centre penthouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly renovated city centre penthouse located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Skólavörðustígur and Hallgrimskirkja. Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Enjoyed our stay. Iceland is gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt Roach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location - couldn't be more central. Lovely apartment, beautifully done out inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

I stayed here with my family of 5. The apartment was perfect in every way — clean, spacious, centrally located, great view of the church. We had such a lovely time in Reykjavik and staying here made it so convenient! The management was so helpful and very easy to communicate with. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, nice place

The rental itself is very cool. Nice place with 5 people total. Everything was clean and worked great. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and service from hosts. The only drawback for us was the LOUD street noise from those partying at all hours of the night. Not the fault of the hosts but just something to account for (earplugs).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great space. Very cosy. Great kitchen and everything you need to make your own food. Perfect location. Underground Parking about 5 minute walk to the East. Even though newly refurbished there was a cracked tile or two on the bathroom floor, but no problem. Two bedrooms, with two single beds in each and a lounge/shared space with a sofa bed. Small outside terrance to look up if the lights are about. Only one thing was a struggle and that is there is no elevator and its three flights of stairs. Suggest only book if you have manageable cases or a good strong member of the crew. At least you onky have to do it once up and down. There are P1 parking spaces right outside. Pay for one hour on the website and then get unloaded and then go and take the car to the underground parking. Really close to Sun Voyager and Hallgrimskirkja church.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from Newly renovated city centre penthouse on 10 February 2026
Dear Christopher, Thank you for your detailed review! We’re glad you enjoyed the cozy, well-equipped apartment and great location. We appreciate your note about the stairs and parking—it’s helpful for future guests to plan ahead. It’s great to hear that minor things, like a cracked tile, didn’t affect your stay. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!Thank you for your detailed review! Best regards, Kamelia, Heimaleiga team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown

Good location for downtown. Four flights of stairs, laundry in the basement. Kitchen was well stocked with coffee and tea, cooking items. Cozy upstairs apartment. Parking can be difficult to find in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!

This place was perfect for our family of 6 - just enough room, clean, and location couldn’t be better. Management company was quick to respond to any questions. Would def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and central

This unit is very nice and is very central, few steps to bars , restaurants, shops, as well as many meeting points for excursions ( BSI Bus station, Bus stop no 1 and no 3). The hosts are also very responsives.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was our first time to Iceland and the location was perfect for easy access to the town (and a yummy bakery!) and to the bus station for excursions. The apartment itself was clean and comfortable, but some construction outside. Still ok because we spent most time out exploring the wonderful things Iceland has to offer! Overall a great vrbo experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2025
Dear Autimn, Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that the location was perfect for your Iceland adventure and that you enjoyed the nearby bakery and easy access to excursions. We appreciate your understanding of the construction and are happy it didn't affect your experience. We hope to host you again for your next visit! Warm Regards, Nikol, Customer Care Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location, Location

Close to restaurants and shopping. Management was very responsive when we asked for additional towels and dishwasher tabs. Lots of stairs but worth the climb.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2024
Dear Susan, Thank you for the time spent with us on our property. We sincerely value your opinion. We always strive to leave feelings in our guests for as great an experience as possible. I hope you have a lovely day / night! Best wishes, Kristina, Heimaleiga team
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

City center

Location was great and it was clean and nice, but if carrying luggage up and down 4 flights of stairs is not easy for you, then this is not the place to stay. We also had quite a few bumps to the head on the pitched ceiling before we decided to move all of the furniture to the center of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Banny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location, Close to everything

Pros: - Location is in a very central location that makes this place great. - Valdi's ice cream is just downstairs - Modern look with a great view. Having coffee in the morning while watching the sun rise from the balcony was amazing. - Staff is very quick to respond to any issues and they are easy to get a hold of. Cons: - Be prepared to walk up 4 flights of stairs to get to the rental. Great way to get your daily steps in. - The sheets were clean, but the furniture such as the sofas could use a deep clean. They are in need of a shampoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Good but very misleading

First, the pictures are VERY much filtered. The building entry is very dirty and the bathroom toilet and shower were gross. They offered to send a cleaning person back but never did. There were absolutely no cleaning products or trash bags available for a week long stay. Also, it is not four flights of stairs up with no elevator, as they said, it is SIX. The apartment had at least 5 lightbulbs out and wire from a lighting socket hanging from the ceiling. The way the beds are arranged there is no way NOT to bump your head. On the positive side, the beds are very comfortable as well as the linens. There’s a cute terrace, an awesome ice cream shop downstairs, and it’s in an excellent location. Pretty much everything is walkable ( as long as you haven’t killed your back walking up and down six flights of stairs). It’s unfortunate because if this property was better maintained and the management actually answered your questions and concerns it could be very lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Great Location!

Great location right in the heart of all the Christmas happenings in Reykjavik! Couple of concerns/drawbacks: 1. It’s in the attic. 4 flights of stairs up. This is all fine except those are the only way out. If there’s a fire 🔥 it’s certain death unless you can shimmy thru one of the SMALL window openings and jump to the street 4 stories below ⬇️. There is a balcony of sorts but the snow was piled up against the door such that it only opened 8”. If the balcony door opened one would still have to jump. No emergency escape ladder or anything. 2. The pics show a light filled space. However, it’s quite dark. Ceilings and walls are charcoal and all the bulbs seem to be 40W. Overhead light in bathroom was out. Quite dark overall in winter. 3. Radiators in the room with 2 beds did not work. Remained stony cold no matter what we did to them. Seemed like a valve supplying them was closed. That room was 10-15° F colder than test of space. Contacted management company and got a lesson in how radiators work which we already knew. 4. No microwave or washing machine.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip to Iceland

Memories to last a lifetime we’re made on this trip. The base camp location of this property was amazing. Unique and lovely interior. (I am interior designer and I loved this property). We had four kids and two adults and it worked out great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay in Iceland

When we arrived at the unit it was a bit confusing. The entrance to the unit is actually in the back of the building. There are four flights of stairs (58 steps) so it can be a bit taxing to walk up and down the stairs. I am 64 so I was tired by the time I got to the unit. In addition the back entrance and steps were a bit dirty. All that goes out the window when you enter the unit. Very new and nice with plenty of room. We only had three in our party but there was room for 6. I would recommend this as a place to stay as long as the steps aren’t too much. Very close to bars and restaurants. If you come from the airport you need to get off at bus stop 8. Five minute walk from there. Great place and I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Location in the the heart of Reykjavik!

This is a lovely walk-up unit in the heart of Reykjavik. Location was perfect for our short stay as we were able to get around easily. Area has lots of shops and restaurants. As is mentioned in the property description, there are lots of stairs to get to the unit. Also, because it's in the heart of the city, it can be somewhat noisy though this did not interfere with our enjoyment of this property. Overall, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

City Center REeykjavik

Excellent location and furnishing. On the fourth floor. Not handicap friendly. Check in was an hour late. Entry to the building very difficult or the vision impaired. No instructions on the appliances. Even with the shortcomings listed I would return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

We loved our stay at this beautiful property! The location was perfect and the house was just as described!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

All as expected, very well kept apartment, good city views from all windows and balcony. Little bit of noise at night and quite a few flights of stairs - No issues for us, but may be for others. Location is ideal to get to all the local bars/shops/attractions etc. We found parking every day fine within a couple of hundreds meters - Free in evening, about £7 per day in daytime. Would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The apartment was clean and description was accurate. Very cute! Everything we needed and in a perfect location! Our 3 teens could just walk out the door and get ice cream, which they loved! Centrally located to all the shops and restaurants. Easy access out of town for our day trips. We got in very early so even though check in wasn’t until 4pm they let us know as soon as the apartment was ready which was a couple hours early to our delight!! We couldn’t unlock the apartment door when we checked in but management was there within 10 minutes to let us in and a carpenter came a couple of days later to fix the lock. It was a wonderful stay! I highly recommend the property for couples and families!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

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