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Eric the Red Guesthouse

Hostel in Reykjavík

Hostel
Floors
3

Location Excellent location — 24 attractions within walking distance

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About

Eric the Red Guesthouse is a hostel to stay in Reykjavík. It sits close to Listasafn ASÍ and Hallgrímskirkja, around 1.5 km from Reykjavíkurflugvöllur. The most comfortable time to visit Reykjavík is generally June to August.

Location

What's nearby

  • Listasafn ASÍ0.1 km
  • Hallgrímskirkja0.1 km
  • Listasafn Einars Jónssonar0.2 km
  • Art Ceramic Studio Gallery0.3 km
  • Safn Ásgríms Jónssonar0.3 km
  • Kaolin Keramik Gallery0.4 km

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Within a short walk

🍽️ 126 places to eat🛒 4 supermarkets💊 3 pharmacies & clinics🚌 2 public-transport stops

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport
Reykjavíkurflugvöllur (RKV) 1.5 km → all hotels near RKV
Nearest beach
Ylströndin í Nauthólsvík2.1 km
Sea temperature
Sea temperature about 11.6 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving
Drives on the right
Currency
ISK
Power
Type C/F plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
Tap water
Generally safe to drink

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