Downtown Design Studio Studio

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Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 255 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæðið

Reykjavik City Hall3 min walk
Reykjavik Harbour6 min walk
Harpa10 min walk
Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic)3 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Newly renovated Studio Apartment located in heart of Downtown Reykjavik.
Close to everything - City Hall, Parliament Square, shops and restaurants.
Beautifully decorated apartment with design furniture, artwork and more. Seeing is believing. Private entrance. Private parking.
Walking distance to harbour area with Whale Watching, and Seafood Restaurants.
Walking distance to a Geothermal heated outdoor public swimming pool.

Property manager

Sali - Arsaell Hreidarsson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Reykjavik

Located in Reykjavik, this apartment is in the city centre. Travellers looking for local activities can try Reykjavik Harbour and Sky Lagoon, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Harpa. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Laugardalsvollur or Laugardalsholl. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

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Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæðið

What's nearby

Reykjavik City Hall - 3 min walk
Reykjavik Harbour - 6 min walk
Harpa - 10 min walk
National Museum of Iceland - 11 min walk
Hallgrimskirkja - 14 min walk

Getting around

Reykjavik (RKV-Reykjavik Domestic) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Laundromat Café - ‬4 min walk
‪Sæta Svínið - ‬3 min walk
‪The English Pub - ‬4 min walk
‪The Drunk Rabbit - ‬3 min walk
‪Iðnó - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Design Studio Studio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Design Studio Studio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Design Studio Studio?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Design Studio Studio located?

Located in Downtown Reykjavik, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Reykjavík 871 +/-2, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur. Harpa and Hallgrimskirkja are also within 15 minutes.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Diane M

21 June 2024

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

Chicago Travelers

Location could not be better and owner is super responsive. Lived our stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

28 Mar 2024

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

Perfect Location and Oasis

We could not have found a better host, location, and oasis to retreat after exploring the city and the country of Iceland. Fantastic spot.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juanita K., Lincoln

20 Nov 2023

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

Perfect homebase in Reykjavík

Traveled with my daughter and our first few days in Iceland were spent in Reykjavik. Arsaell's home was a perfect spot to explore the downtown area from. Having a place to park was hard to beat as anything we wanted to do in the area was a short walk and easy access if we wanted to explore outside the city. Perfect, cozy, clean home. The washer and dryer were a nice perk. Although we only spoke with Arsaell as we were leaving, I'm sure had we needed anything or had any issues they would have been addressed without a problem. Seemed a lovely man.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kira S., Saranac Lake, NY

6 Nov 2023

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

Perfect downtown spot!

The most perfect spot for our downtown visit. Bed was very comfortable, parking made life easy and we were walking distance to anything and everything we wanted to explore. Great style too!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik B.

19 Oct 2023

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

Downtown Reykjavik

Very nice accommodation. We did not have a vehicle for our 9 day stay and the location is in walking distance of everything you would need. Perfect for 2 people. We can't wait to come back!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

26 Sept 2023

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

Perfect spot

This was a fantastic comfortable launching point for our 5 days in Iceland. Perfect downtown location

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Summit, NJ

21 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful stay in Iceland

Great apartment Super location Convenient parking Short walk to restaurants/stores etc.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy G., Altoona, USA

15 Sept 2023

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

Great Property!

Sali is an excellent host! (We stayed 6 nights and rented a car.) His check-in time is earlier than 99.9% of others allowing to drop off luggage and starting your adventure free from worrying about your belongings upon arrival in the city. There is a dedicated parking space for you in case you’re staying in the city and walking around. Parking in Reykjavik is very expensive! The apartment is very comfortable! All kinds great surprise touches…pantry items, instructions for the washer/dryer, blanket on the sofa, shower items….the little things that mean so much. The location is absolutely amazing…near everything and you can walk everywhere, even the bus terminal if you’re taking a tour. Sali was very response to any questions. The only thing we weren’t prepared for is that he didn’t tell us how much we wouldn’t want to leave😍😂 Kristy & Jeff

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

5 Sept 2023

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

Cozy nook perfectly situated in Reykjavik

This was an amazing location from which to explore Reykjavik for a few days. More than enough room with a very accurate VRBO listing. Everything was as advertised. Enough room that you're not tripping over each other. Great location at the bottom of the shopping district. Close to all major transit lines, as well as the stops used by the various tour companies. Short walk to some fabulous restaurants like Apotek and Food Cellar. A bit further to spots like Dill, Ox and Sumac, but an easy walk or convenient transit ride. Even though we accessed the flat using a lockbox, the owner still checked in to make sure everything was okay and to see if we had any questions. We would not hesitate to book this again when we return.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

25 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

A lovely spot in an outstanding location!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

18 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful Downtown Reykjavik Stay

This is a wonderful place to stay in Reykjavik. Close to everything and wonderfully appointed. I highly recommend for anyone visiting Reykjavik.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber Z.

7 Aug 2023

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

Excellent

The apartment is comfortable, well-appointed, well-designed, clean, and close to everything. If you have a car and plan to take road trips, this is a good place to stay because it has a dedicated parking space and is situated in a part of the city that is easy to get in and out of. The host is friendly and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence W.

31 July 2023

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

Great location

This property was perfect for our needs. It was within easy walking distance of the historic center of town, pubs and restaurants, and pick-up bus stops for tours and transportation to/from the airport. For a studio, the apartment was roomy with a separate, modern kitchen that had a lot of cooking staples available. The king-size bed was comfortable, and the partitioned bed area was quiet for sleeping. We arrived on a cruise ship, and the owner was very accommodating in letting us drop off our luggage early so we could do some exploring before check-in time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

26 July 2023

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

Modern oasis

Great location! Feels like your own cottage in the heart of the city!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

24 July 2023

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

wonderful location

Communication was great! The area was located within walking distance to all the places that you want to see.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alicia S., Mission Viejo

21 July 2023

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

Reykjavik City Center

Convenient city center location. Good size for 2 people. Key code and key lockbox location was confusing. Shades could have blocked out more light.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

8 July 2023

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

Great location and very comfortable

We spent 4 nights here and enjoyed every minute.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael d.

1 July 2023

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

Wonderful Experience!

This location is exactly as listed! It is beyond clean, the amenities are superb, the location can’t be beat, and the communication was perfect. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michael T.

20 June 2023

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

In Town Reykjavik Studio

The studio was excellent and I would definitely stay again. Met Saeli on D1. Easy walking distance to everything. The free parking spot was a plus. The studio had many amenities including a kitchen, modern appliances, W/D, Wi-Fi, espresso machine, tv. Nicely furnished. 5/5.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

10 June 2023

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

Great Place

Parking, great location. Having the kitchen helped a lot. French press coffee maker and nestle espresso. Comfy bed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie P., Grand Junction, CO USA

29 May 2023

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

A nice time in Reyjkavik

Saeli’s place is spacious compared to our next stop! We loved the bed! Location was terrific- close to everything. Washer/dryer was a bit hard to figure out but we did. The seat cushion in the kitchen bench was a terrible fit but overall that was a minor thing. We would stay there again in a HEARTBEAT! It was quiet, calm, easy access for excursions (Bus stop#1) was only 2-3 minutes away and it had an overhang for rainy mornings. We were amazed at the geothermal heating throughout the whole town.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl K.

19 May 2023

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

Beautiful place! Perfect location!

Beautifully decorated and maintained. Walking distance to marina, restaurants, food markets, Harpa Concert Hall. Great place to stroll around town. Big bonus is the dedicated parking spot as parking in town can be limited and expensive. We stayed for a week and traveled to Vik and the Golden Circle daily. Had the best time!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., North Kingstown, RI

24 Apr 2023

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

Amazing Studio in Heart of City

We absolutely enjoyed our stay in this beautifully appointed and comfortable VRBO. We immediately felt at home. Saeli was super friendly and very accommodating. The location was perfect for enjoying Reykjavík. Couldn’t recommend it more highly!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scot M.

4 Apr 2023

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

Great access to Iceland.

Very much enjoyed our stay. Nice facility Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

2 Apr 2023

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

Perfect location, great aesthetic

We enjoyed our great stay in this lovely studio. Everything was very cleverly thought out and very stylish. Communication was excellent. Kitchen was very well stocked and made it homey for us. Wholehearted recommendation!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sali - Arsaell Hreidarsson

Outdoor enthusiast with keen interest in hiking, cycling, angling and golf.

Why they chose this property

The property is a beautiful building with a long and interesting history, located in absolutely the best downtown location. The house has a peaceful and calming atmosphere. I've been renovation the property as mixed family residence and office property. I take a great pride in the design and craftsmanship and would like to share that with our visitors.