Bright penthouse on the main street
About this condo rental
Nestled in Reykjavik, this lovely condo for $371 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Summary: Bright penthouse apartment located right on the main street. The Space: This 2 bedroom apartment accommodates 6 persons. The house is located on the main street so everything you need is just a walk away. Spacious living room along with the amazing view from the balcony, where you can along other things see Hallgrímskirkja (the famous church) The apartment is very open and bright with a lot of character and charm to it. High ceiling and large windows make it exceptionally bright. Guest Access: Guests have access to the whole apartment. Everything within the apartment is private and for you to use at your convenience. The Neighborhood: Everything you need is right around the corner such as grocery stores, shops and a great restaurant. Hungry for groceries ? Bónus grocery store within 2 minute walk from the apartment. 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. 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.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Reykjavik
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(23 Reviews)
3.0
It's very cozy in there which we liked.
Good location. Kind communication.
We had a few issues during our stay
- door code didn't work on arrival
- bad toilet smell on second day
- no chopping board, good knife
- original internet didn't work (but they had a back up)
- you had to fill out a form after booking which was a bit of a cuffufle.
- The location of the storage room was unclear so we put it downstairs which then wasn't the right place and we needed a code to get back in.
They had a lot of systems in place, but it seemed to not really flow. But they were quick to communicate and kind.
5.0
Apartment location was amazing. Walking up to the 4th floor was a blessing and a curse. Needed the workout after amazing dinners out. Bathroom was extremely cramped and only real downside.
5.0
The management team at Iðunn was communicative and easy to work with and helped immediately when there was a slight check in issue. The flat is in a perfect location in the heart of Reykjavik (walking distance to most everything). The place was lovely inside and met all our needs. A couple things to be aware of = The entrance seems sketchy, but ignore the trash / graffiti - its great inside. There are 4 flights of stairs, no elevator. This was no problem for us, but be aware. Yes, the water does smell and taste of sulfer. This is normal for Iceland. :-). And finally, the crowds are a bit boisterous on the weekends. If you are a light sleeper and in bed by 8 PM kind of person... We loved out stay. I highly recommend this team and flat.
4.0
Rental unit was good. Our unit had access from the back and behind a restaurant.
We enjoyed our stay and we mostly were gone throughout the day.
4.0
The apartment offers great views, charming atmosphere and comfortable furnishings. As a warning to anyone with mobility issues, it is a four story walk-up.
My one complaint was the check-in process and descriptions of parking options. When we arrived, we did receive a door code and very general description. However, no one told us that our unit had a separate entrance on the backside of the building. There is a sign, but it's far from immediately noticeable, especially when one is tired from travel and jet-lagged. The whole process could have been spelled out in an email or message, well before our arrival. As it stood, all we had was the address and door code, no step by step help to get us in quickly and easily.
The managers should think about the average stressed and tired traveler, arriving with no clue about the property e.g.; "upon arrival, go around the corner of the property, past the Turkish restaurant, and turn into the parking space, next to the ice cream shop. There you'll find the door for your specific unit and enter the code listed below."
Also, parking instructions were very vague. I was left with questions like: "Can I park here all day and pay once, or do I have to refill a meter, several times a day? What are these three parking zones; what do they mean? Is there a place we can just park and forget our car, until we are ready to leave the city?"
5.0
My family enjoyed a wonderful stay at this property. Everything was seamless- checkin process super easy, property is beautiful and clean, and location couldn’t be better. Owners very communicative if any questions come up. We look forward to staying here again!!
5.0
Amazing location right downtown Reykjavík! Beds were comfy and the style of the place was cute. Seriously loved being in the heart of everything. The noise was never bad but we ran a sound machine. Warning though there are a lot of
stairs (no elevators) but didn’t bother our group. I would give our stay a 4.5 and the only reason not a 5 is because of the bathroom. Poor drainage and circulation/venting!! Always seemed wet/not as clean because of it no matter what we did. Other than that our experience was great!!
4.0
Great location. Unit is on very top floor with many flights of stairs. Consider this if you have anyone elderly in your group. Very simple place, one pot, one pan, 4 forks and two knives. No sharp knives. Code on door did not work when we arrived, had to email manager and wait in restaurant down stairs for response. Restaurant owner let us in the complex via the back door. This is not pleasant after traveling over seas with two small children and arriving early in the morning just to wait till 4:00 to finally check in and could not access the unit. The beds were very comfortable. Again, the location was great in the heart of down down Reykjavík.
3.0
The property is in a great location but the common stairway to get up to the top floor is dirty and not well cared for. Inside the unit you’ll find a nice living room but I would not call this a 2 bedroom. Beds are wedged into 2 small rooms, just enough room to lay down. The bathroom leaves much to be desired. As a frequent traveler, I am disappointed. Under the sink, where plastic bags were to be kept, a previous quest used it as a trash can and threw cigarettes and trash there and it was not cleaned up.
5.0
Easy to walk around from here. Very cute. Would stay again. Our code didn’t work to get in and called the emergency number and they immediately fixed the problem after hours. Very responsive.
4.0
Great location, easy street parking. Equipped kitchen but needed plates and forks which were delivered quickly.
4.0
This apartment is great. It is small as the photos depict, but the beds are very comfortable and the view is wonderful. It suited my family of 4 just fine. My complaints would be that the keypads never worked properly for us and it took a while to reach the property management. Also, the entrance and hallway were always full of litter and the trash was overflowing. There are only 3 or 4 plates, which was a bit annoying.
Overall, a very good experience.
4.0
Loved this apartment, just wish getting there the first day could’ve been more clear- one email said bus stop 7 and one said 8, another said 14! Definitely recommend bus stop 8 so it’s a quick downhill walk with your suitcases. Loved the location once we were there and the apartment is great. The team was also very quick to respond and help!
5.0
This location is right in downtown, a stone's throw from the church. It is perfectly located to walk just about everywhere in town. The unit was perfect for our family of six. Parking was excellent along with check in. Rented a car and did day long trips. Unbelievable country. We loved the minimalistic vibe.
Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in Reykjavik.
5.0
My husband and I really enjoyed this apartment. The location is great, close to everything, including a pharmacy and a grocery store. Very comfortable couch, and the bed has a great mattress! The apartment can get quite warm, but it’s easy to control the temperature. It was just an all around enjoyable and cozy apartment to go back to after spending all day outside braving the cold and wind!
My only suggestion would be to add a coffee press to the kitchen line up. There is a coffee maker already, but it needs coffee pouches and it’s not the most straightforward to use. Coffee presses are easier. It’s just a suggestion though, we were able to use the coffee maker just fine!
5.0
A Lovely Stay
My husband and I really enjoyed this apartment. The location is great, close to everything, including a pharmacy and a grocery store. Very comfortable couch, and the bed has a great mattress! The apartment can get quite warm, but it’s easy to control the temperature. It was just an all around enjoyable and cozy apartment to go back to after spending all day outside braving the cold and wind!
My only suggestion would be to add a coffee press to the kitchen line up. There is a coffee maker already, but it needs coffee pouches and it’s not the most straightforward to use. Coffee presses are easier. It’s just a suggestion though, we were able to use the coffee maker just fine!
5.0
Property was well-located and allowed access to all of Reykjavik. Parking was simple and accessible despite lack of dedicated spot on property. The space was cozy, comfortable and very clean. I will add that the laundry unit in the basement was quite messy and did not look to be maintained. Overall, a lovely stay in the heart of Reykjavik and we would gladly return and recommend to others.
5.0
Really awesome spot in Reykjavik! Close walk to anything you need and the loft is really nice.
5.0
Great location
Property was well-located and allowed access to all of Reykjavik. Parking was simple and accessible despite lack of dedicated spot on property. The space was cozy, comfortable and very clean. I will add that the laundry unit in the basement was quite messy and did not look to be maintained. Overall, a lovely stay in the heart of Reykjavik and we would gladly return and recommend to others.
5.0
Great location
Really awesome spot in Reykjavik! Close walk to anything you need and the loft is really nice.
3.0
Unfortunately, the building in which our lodging was located was a mess. A pile of debris was outside the main entrance and the pavement was cracked. The steps leading upstairs to our room were dirty and unswept. The room itself was ok but a picture of the bedroom did not appear on line as it basically was a cubby hole with a bed in it. There was NO wiggle room. The shower curtain was moldy and too long so it dragged in the water and the resulting smell was unpleasant. The location was the property’s saving grace. The coffee pot was subpar and the TV, erratic. From personal experience, I think lodgings that are privately owned show more care than those managed by a company as this property was.
3.0
Adequate but not desirable
Unfortunately, the building in which our lodging was located was a mess. A pile of debris was outside the main entrance and the pavement was cracked. The steps leading upstairs to our room were dirty and unswept. The room itself was ok but a picture of the bedroom did not appear on line as it basically was a cubby hole with a bed in it. There was NO wiggle room. The shower curtain was moldy and too long so it dragged in the water and the resulting smell was unpleasant. The location was the property’s saving grace. The coffee pot was subpar and the TV, erratic. From personal experience, I think lodgings that are privately owned show more care than those managed by a company as this property was.
5.0
The apartment was really nice. Kink of a loft vibe. It’s located on a busy walking street with all that entails. If you can’t sleep through street noise probably not a good choice for you. We thought we would cook more but with all the cool restaurants literally steps away we only made breakfast a few times. Parking was easier that we thought. Spots available and it’s free at night. Download the app to pay for day parking made that a lot easier. The location is so central a car is only useful for out of city trips.
We did have an issue with the WiFi at first but an email to the people and it was fixed!
If we went to Iceland again I would definitely get this place.
5.0
Best location
The apartment was really nice. Kink of a loft vibe. It’s located on a busy walking street with all that entails. If you can’t sleep through street noise probably not a good choice for you. We thought we would cook more but with all the cool restaurants literally steps away we only made breakfast a few times. Parking was easier that we thought. Spots available and it’s free at night. Download the app to pay for day parking made that a lot easier. The location is so central a car is only useful for out of city trips.
We did have an issue with the WiFi at first but an email to the people and it was fixed!
If we went to Iceland again I would definitely get this place.
5.0
We loved our time at this cute little place. Highly recommend!
5.0
Cute, clean loft!
We loved our time at this cute little place. Highly recommend!
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Reykjavik?
The average price for a rental in Reykjavik is $145 per night. This rental is $226 above the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Bright penthouse on the main street. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Bright penthouse on the main street pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Bright penthouse on the main street?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony / patio, dishwasher, and tv.
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