Holiday rentals with breakfast in Sveitarfélagið Ölfus

I booked this room because I had an overnight layover in KEF and going all the way to Reykjavik did not seem like a good use of time or money. The check-in instructions were clear. The room was very clean and tidy, as was the bathroom. There was a fridge in it, which was a nice amenity. There was an occasional loud car (or teenager) going by, so if you're a light sleeper you might want to bring earplugs, but it didn't bother me. I was able to take the number 55 bus from the airport to the center of Keflavik, and the apartment was a short 10-15 minute walk from there. My flight in the morning was quite early, before the bus started running, so I planned to walk to the airport. There is a bike trail that goes all the way from the airport to Reykjavik. I would say it would probably take an hour to walk from Keflavik to the airport, but a nice local stopped and offered me a ride. TL;DR -- This is a great option for a few hours' sleep close to KEF!

I had an amazing experience at this Airbnb! Birgir was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The space was spotless, cozy, and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay. One of the highlights was our Iceland story time with Birgir—his captivating stories gave us a deeper appreciation for the country and its culture. His passion for the environment was truly inspiring, motivating me to become more proactive about global warming and environmental responsibility. Birgir also recommended trying an Icelandic swimming pool, and we absolutely loved it! This was a truly memorable stay, and I can’t recommend it enough!

We had a fantastic stay at this property! The location is incredibly convenient, making it easy to explore the area. The host was exceptionally kind and welcoming, providing us with plenty of helpful tips about local attractions and hidden gems—we truly learned so much and benefited greatly from their insights. The room was spotless, well-organized, and very comfortable. Everything was thoughtfully prepared, making us feel right at home. Overall, it was a perfect experience, and we would absolutely recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. Thank you so much for the wonderful hospitality!

Very clean and tidy, we spent very little time but it was very comfortable

This venue is very good. The hosts are very informative and give you all the attention you require. Their two assistants are also friendly, but as they have 4 legs and a tail (cat & small dog), they only come to you for company on occasions. They are well trained and will not bother you. The accommodation is large enough, and all amenities to make light meals are provided, plus there is a coffee maker ! It is placed just north of the capital, so it is easily found and is not too far from the airport. Overall this was an ideal opportunity to be next to local people who can assist you, but you also have your own floor of the building to yourself. The hosts offer various ideas for days out, and they print off A4 guides for you to take with you. The photo and video gallery they have is quite extesive, and their personal recordings of visits to the volcanos can be seen on request. Birgir and Björg offer a very friendly service, I fully recommend this option!

The apartment was recently renovated, very comfortable and looked clean. It’s very close from the center and would definitely be back.

So kind and friendly. We felt like home away from home. Clean and kitchen had everything what we needed for simple food preparation. Beautifully renovated home. Definitely will recommend this place!

The host was very nice, and there was a special Chinese outlet in the room.

Great spot, close to all the great restaurants in the city center.

This is a perfect location if you want to stay in the center of the city. Everything is within walking distance. The room was beautiful and clean. The bathroom was tiny but served its purpose. It can stay loud until late due to location but closing the window blocked out most of the noise. It was a great stay!

Ylfa's was very friendly and helpful. Her place is beautiful and super cozy, it felt like staying as a local. And the location is super!, highly recommended.

We had a great stay with B14. They were very accommodating and were kind enough to allow an early check-in. Highly recommended and look forward to our next stay there. Thanks!

Haraldur’s place was perfect! Really close to the golden circle and great breakfast.

Very good hosts! Going beyond to make you feel welcome and helps with inspo for what to do and such.

We only stayed one night passing through but it was a lovely spot! It's very close to the airport, easy to get into Reykjavik, and felt very home-like. The room was excellent and they even had a pack and play for our baby. We will definitely stay here again when we're passing through or staying longer.

Fantastic spot! The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was outstanding! We had a great stay and would highly recommend it. Wonderful hospitality!

Place was excellent. Comfortable. Exactly as described. Kitchen and bathroom clean and had everything you might need. Dagmar was super helpful and gave information immediately with updates day of arrival. Stayed due to proximity to blue lagoon and KEF and was VERY convenient. Grindavik is essentially abandoned. Don’t count on much besides gas. Locals were surprised we stayed there.

Modern room, designer decor, very clean. Very nice host and attentive to his guests. Great hearty breakfast.

For our last night, we wanted to be close to the airport. We stayed one night at Johann and Karen's Their house is very nice. The room is spacious with spotless bedding. Johann and Karen were attentive to the calm in the house because we were getting up at 3am. The equipped “club house” just for guests is great! We will definitely be back on a future stay in Iceland. Thanks both of you!