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Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Reykjavik Harbour

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Daily continental breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
Interior
Family Room, Private Bathroom, Sea View | View from room
Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Street view
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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35 Valhúsabraut, Seltjarnarnes, 170
  • Place, Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Iceland
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Grotta Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom, Sea View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Private Bathroom, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, Private Bathroom, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 95 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Double Sofa Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sea view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Seltjarnarnes

In Seltjarnarnes .You'll find Medical and Health Care Museum Nesstofa and Seltjarnarnes Peninsula Jogging Path within a 15-minute walk of this Seltjarnarnes guesthouse. Grotta Lighthouse and University of Iceland are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seltjarnarnes Peninsula Jogging Path - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Medical and Health Care Museum Nesstofa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • University of Iceland - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Grotta Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffivagninn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whales of Iceland - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ráðagerði - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mýrin brasserie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Iþrottahús Hagaskóla - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms

3-star guest house near Reykjavik Harbour
Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Seltjarnarnes guesthouse.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms offers 4 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. Smart televisions come with Netflix. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is a self-catering property. Housekeeping and reception services are not available.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Grotta Northern Lights & Rooms
Grótta Aurora Lights Apartment Rooms
Grótta Northern Lights Apartment Rooms
Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms Guesthouse
Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms Seltjarnarnes

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms to the airport?

Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms is 3.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms?

As of Apr 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms on Apr 12, 2026 start from CA $109, excluding 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.

Does Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms.

How close is Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms to the beach?

This guesthouse is 4.7 mi (20-min drive) from Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach.

Does Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms have a pool?

Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms features outdoor pool access.

Does Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms to downtown Seltjarnarnes?

Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms is 0.2 mi away from Seltjarnarnes.

Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We are starying at triple room with private bathroom. The room and location was good. The only thing make me give 3* was because the hot water was working but the pressure was super weak. We end up taking shower in the outside bathroom. Other than that everything else is good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

evelyn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This may be a good spot to see the northern lights from but that was not the reason of my trip, the place is nothing like as it was advertised I feel like they were deceiving, I would not recommend this to anyone The place was old, everything was not as the pictures, the bed sheets were old, the pillows have no body left on them, they were old and flat, if it wasn't for me coming in so late and having no time to switch hotels I would have not stayed there, there was supposed to be a bathroom per stay and we had to share the bathroom with a whole another family, it was awkard I was charged 30 Euros for 3 breakfast that I never got, on the fridge there was some juices and I bag with what it look like pancake mix, that is not a 30 euros breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Family room and it had everything we needed. Bedroom and bathroom were clean and we had towels already set out. Only challenge was the main door. It was difficult to exit (in was fine). Had to really pull to activate the magnetic lock. Other than that, it was everything we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice location

We liked the location of this rental. It was near downtown without being too noisy. The home itself was a bit worn down, but it did what we needed it to do for the most part, and it wasn't as expensive as many other options. Not much in the way of kitchen facilities. We liked having 3 separate bedrooms for everyone to have their own space. They were also very helpful getting back an item of clothing that we left behind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for Solo travelers

Perfect place for solo travelers looking for a place to stay for the night. Management was super responsive and the checkin process was seamless. Rooms are good size too and comfortable. Will note, you share a bathroom with other guests, but it’s a clean bathroom so I wasn’t concerned. Thank you management for a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhagat

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was clean and very spacious. The Nes had two rooms which was great for us and kids. We only stayed for a night, but otherwise, it was a nice location to visit downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Nabil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean place. Easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Erin B

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The heater in the living room didn’t work and the shower drain did not drain very well, so I had to keep turning off the shower to let the bottom drain.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Huy Van, SAN JOSE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The address listed on Expedia is NOT right. It’s actually down the street from where Expedia tells you. That confused us greatly. But this property is AMAZING. You should definitely stay here. Amazing views of the bay and the lighthouse. I bet in winter this is the best northern lights place in all of Iceland (we stayed in summer). 10 minute drive from downtown. 30 minute walk. This place is a MUST STAY! (Just know the directions are slightly off on this website)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Juney Kim Lan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yui Ting

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

John, Chicago

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the best spot for northern lights. Next to famous lighthouse northern lights hot spot. Entire apartment is self service but good support from staff via whatsapp.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the location, easy parking, large rooms and amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Christian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Pratique mais peu confortable

Plus : Très calme, facile d’accès et pour se garer, cuisine relativement bien équipée Moins : Personne à l’accueil à 16h30 alors qu’il est sensé y avoir quelqu’un jusqu’à 17h, qualité literie plus que moyenne, 1 seule salle de bain / WC pour 10 personnes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Damian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021