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Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min.

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 228 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min.

Take advantage of the recently furbished, perfect Luxury hotel alternative we call the Garden Studio. Situated downtown Keflavik, in the Secret Garden of Little White Castle that is well known by the locals. It sleeps two (a bunk bed & or crib can be added for third person) and is in short walking distance from Grocery-stores, museums, restaurants, bars & shops.

Designed in a Rustic Style, it was rebuilt with top of the line materials for comfort & reclaimed materials for decoration, sweat, & lots of love.” The apartment is equipped with a combined kitchen, dining & work-area with a desk, private bathroom with shower and one bedroom with an extra-long queen size bed, and a 50" flat-screen Smart TV.

The Garden Studio comes with its own private patio with a fireplace, grill and seating area and guests are also more than welcome to share other facilities in the Secret Garden. The Main Patio of Little White Castle is equipped with a waterfall, Jacuzzi, fireplace, large dining table, and lounge area. Free Parking, Free Bicycles & Free WiFi is available for all guests.

It's also in close driving distance to most of Iceland top tourist attractions as well as the city of Reykjavik. In the near distance, we have the Blue Lagoon (20 min drive) as well as the Reykjavik/KEF International airport(6 min drive) and Reykjavik (40 min drive). Perfect to make the most of your time on hand.

Don't have a car? “No problem!” Little White Castle is a fully licensed travel agency in Iceland and offers Private Guided Tours on site!

Last but not least, the Little White Castle offers two Studio Apartments. The Garden Studio and Studio One that sleeps 3. Have a look at our other listing of Studio One.

Property manager

Katrin

Languages

Danish, English, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside the apartments.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 301 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: Depending on the celebration and time of day.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

About the area

Map
Keflavík, Reykjanesbaer

What's nearby

  • Reykjanes Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Duus Hus Cultural Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Giantess Cave - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Viking World Museum - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Blue Lagoon - 24 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mathus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min. located?

Located in the heart of Reykjanesbær, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Reykjanes Heritage Museum, Duus Hus Cultural Centre and Reykjanes Art Museum. Giantess Cave and The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Little Gem Downtown Keflavik & close to Reykjavik/KEF Int.Airp. Approx. 5 min. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This place was small but cute! We only stayed overnight as we had to catch a morning flight, so it was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

The hot tub was a great location to see the Northern Lights. Incredible experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

This is a sweet little cottage with different but really nice decor. Owners very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

great accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

We had a lovely time at the Little White Castle. The only downside was you could hear the guest when in the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

I had a great one night stay in Iceland and this was the perfect place. The host are very nice and even picked me up and dropped me off at the airport which saved me the headache of catching a bus. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Clean, comfortable, very good communication with host. She gave us good tips where to walk around and shop. Timely in picking up at airport and a very fun day outing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Wonderful property. Very comfortable room, great location near town center. Despite a snafu with the reservation, the owners were super accommodating and super thoughtful. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

This was the cutest place to stay! Everything was so wonderful and everything we needed was available. The location is great and right by restaurants and shops. Katrin is the sweetest and we wished we could have stayed longer! She was so accommodating and made us feel like family right from the start
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Had a quick layover and this was the perfect place to catch some sleep. Katrin was so nice 😁
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

The Garden Studio is comfortable and conveniently located to facilitate a wonderful Iceland experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Clean and comfortable with clever/artsy decor. We had what we needed for a comfortable stay our last night in Iceland. Just a few minutes drive to KEF and easy walk to grocery store and restaurants/bars. Host was responsive and communication easy. Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Stayed here on our last day in Iceland before our flight home and it was perfect. We’ve been “living” out of a camper van the past week so it was nice having a relaxing place to stay in. The owners were nice enough to let us in a little earlier and gave us good dining recommendations as well as have a taxi ready for us the morning of our flight. Overall 5/5.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We were a group of 5 friends travelling Iceland, we spent our first two nights at the Little White Castle in Reykjanesbar. Katrin was the most accommodating host we have ever had while travelling! Upon our arrival she had picked up some fresh bread and prepared an Icelandic Breakfast! Furthermore, throughout our stay she assisted us with navigating Iceland, planning activities, and recommending places to eat! We hope to come back and explore again soon! Matthew Gustavson June 6, 2015 - June 8, 2015

10/10

When we arrived Katren greeted us warmly. We loved the warm touches in our cozy room. She gave us tips and directions for restaurants.I especially loved the hot tub after an all day tour. There's plenty of shops nearby. She treated us like family. We needed to find a laundromat,she offered to do the laundry for us wich was very kind. There's more I would like to see of Iceland, I hope to return and stay there again.I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Perfect last few days in Iceland at The Little White Castle! Clean and comfortable, the host was fantastic!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The bed is very comfortable and tastefully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Our host was friendly, communicative and more than accommodating. The Little White Castle is charming and my engagement and Northern Lights siting helped too :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Amazing stay with amazing property owner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Very easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

4/10

We did not end up staying in the Garden Studio, as there were other guests there upon our arrival for check-in. We hadn't contacted the host prior to arrival, as a couple days before check-in, we recieved excellent, detailed instructions for how to access the unit on our date of arrival. The host came out to meet us as we were trying to figure out what to do next, after there was no key in the lockbox we accessed, per the check-in instructions. The host had left a voicemail and sent a message via VRBO the day of check-in, however, I didn't have an international phone plan so did not have access to check these messages before our arrival (was using wifi to check in and coordinate lodging throughout the trip). Although we had confirmation of our booking, had paid, and recieved the check-in information, she cited a system error that must have allowed a double-booking that she hadn't caught prior to that day. She took us across the street to another property. Since it was already late and we had an early flight, we went with it and figured it would suffice. While trying to get situated, we realized there was no power to half the unit (bathroom and bedroom) and that the WiFi wasn't working. We also were not able to lock the door, so had to leave it open for the night (this was likely operator error, but didn't feel great staying in an unlocked place and would have appreciated instructions for how to use the lock, either left in the unit or demonstrated when we arrived). We messaged the owner (granted, it was late by this time) and did not receive a message back until the following day, when we were already back home. This message said there was a noticeable fuse box in the unit we should have seen and tried. It doesn't seem unreasonable to us that there would be working electricity upon check-in. In the unit we ended up in, we did not see usable amenities such as a hot tub that were part of the original listing. Based on our experience, we would find a different place to stay next time in Keflavik. The host was friendly, but this was a stressful way to end our trip in Iceland and frustrating to have paid for one thing and then recieved another, which didn't meet the needs of what we were looking for. Katrin seems like a good host, so if this looks like it may suit your needs, it could be an option to consider. But, we'd encourage explicit communication prior to arrival to know what you're getting and hopefully avoid the experience we had.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10

Outstanding little place. The host was very gracious. The property was really cool with little bits of artsy stuff all over the backyard garden. The amenities were plentiful. A discount at 3 different restaurant s within walking distance. 10/10 Would and will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

We had such an amazing time at this rental property, the unit was cozy and had everything we needed. The location was great, only a few minutes walk from the nearest bus top (we took a bus from Reykjavik), a grocery store(Bonus), the harbour and the strip where there are restaurants and bars. Our host was phenomenal and did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable. She and her hubby are awesome and we had a good time learning about her decor and the stories behind them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022