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Located in Snæfellsbær, Gamla Rif is housed in a over 120 years old farmhouse which was later renovated into a coffee house. Today, it is a guest house and features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. Rooms come with free WiFi and shared bathroom facilities. All units in the guest house are fitted with a coffee machine. Gamla Rif offers some rooms with sea views, and rooms have a kettle. Gamla Rif offers a sun terrace with a great view of the harbour along the glacier. Skiing is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 single bed
Bedroom 5:
1 single bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.6
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sandra
    Sweden Sweden
    Very comfortable beds! Well equipped kitchen and good parking!
  • Alessa
    Germany Germany
    Cozy place with wooden walls, very comfy bed. Reminds me of houses in the Alps. Good quality of pillows and duvets. Towels icluded and some shampoo etc in the shower available. Traditional Icelandic house close to the sea. Shared bathroom and...
  • Maxime
    France France
    the location the room was clean and tidy it was quiet

Host Information

Company review score: 7.6Based on 404 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Gamla Rif or Old Rif is the oldest house in Rif, Gamla Rif is a former farmhouse and coffee house. Gamla Rif has amazing view of the glacier and the harbor and also of breiðarfjörður and the sunsets are awesome in the summer. Gamla Rif is a big house 143 squere meter and has 2 toilets shower and shared kitchen.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gamla Rif

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Gamla Rif takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 09:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about Gamla Rif

  • The prices at Gamla Rif may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Gamla Rif include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Holiday Home

  • Gamla Rif is 3.7 miles from the centre of Snæfellsbær. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Gamla Rif is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Gamla Rif offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours
    • Horse riding